FAQ

1.    Does CSCS apply across the UK?

Yes. It’s called CSR (Construction Skills Register) in Northern Ireland

2.    I've lost my CSCS card. How do I get a replacement?

A duplicate card can be requested from the CSCS Helpline this will cost £30.00 and payment can be taken over phone using a credit/debit card if you are happy to use the existing photo. If you want to update your photo then a pre-populated form can be sent to you to attach a new photo and the appropriate payment.

3.    What is a CSCS card?

The CSCS Card shows that the holder is considered to be competent at his or her job, lists any relevant certificate/qualifications and also shows that the holder has passed a health & safety test.

4.    What type of CSCS card should I apply for?

It depends on your job, your experience and whether you already have any qualifications or belong to certain professional bodies.

5.    Who checks that people hold relevant cards?

It is usually the main contractor or site manager, but can vary depending on the requirements of the client.

6.    Why do I need a CSCS card?

Many contractors and clients insist that all workers on site hold a CSCS card to prove competence in their stated occupation and show that they have relevant health and safety awareness.

7.    I am unemployed is there any funding from CSCS available to help with costs for the Health & Safety test or card fees?

Not directly from CSCS and the fees are the same whether you are employed; self-employed or unemployed. However your local Job Centre Plus office should be able to provide advice about financial help that may be available to you.

8.    What do Grade A and Grade B mean on CSCS card application forms?

If industry accreditation (also known as grandfather rights) still applies to the occupation of the person applying for the CSCS card, their employer can sign off their ability to carry out the tasks specified in the competencies document for that occupation in place of taking the relevant NVQ.  However, it should be noted that very few occupations are now under available under industry accreditation. 

9.    What do I need to get a card?

It depends on the job you do, but most of the cards require you to pass a relevant S/NVQ. You can download the CSCS test questions and answers here

10 Who can sign the CSCS application form if the applicant is self-employed?

When an individual is self employed their form should be signed by their main client or contractor. For people who own their own company, their form will need to be signed by their business partner or main client or contractor. They are signing to validate you have worked competently in the occupation on site and they are also verifying the individual is who they say they are and the photograph is a true likeness.

 Download the CSCS questions and answers revision test aid here

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