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Watch back: CSCS Industry Accreditation webinar
August 15, 2023The recent CSCS Industry Accreditation webinar is available to watch back via the CSCS YouTube channel.
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JIB Chief Executive Jay Parmar appointed to support Building Safety Regulator and Industry
August 8, 2023Jay Parmar, Chief Executive of the Joint Industry Board, has been appointed as a member of the Industry Competence Committee (ICC).
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CSCS and IOSH collaborate to improve data verification measures
August 7, 2023IOSH is to introduce additional security improvements for certificates issued to delegates who successfully complete its Safety, Health and Environment for Construction Workers course.
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Industry Training Board Review 2023 - call for evidence
July 24, 2023The government has launched a review of the role and effectiveness of the construction and engineering construction industry training boards (CITB and ECITB).
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CSCS to host Industry Accreditation webinar
July 10, 2023CSCS is hosting a webinar for those impacted by the withdrawal of CSCS cards issued under Industry Accreditation (IA),
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Construction Leadership Council Employer Survey: Routes into Industry
July 5, 2023The CLC is undertaking a survey to establish the routes into construction and views on how these need to change.
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CSCS wins landmark intellectual property case
July 4, 2023CSCS is pleased to announce a legal victory in a trademark infringement case against Construction Help Centre Ltd.
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CSCS announces changes to Professionally Qualified Person card requirements
June 9, 2023CSCS will only recognise professionally qualified members of approved bodies for the issue of the PQP card, effective from June 30th 2023.
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Don’t pay more than £36 for a CSCS card
June 1, 2023Construction workers are being charged excessive sums by third-party websites for their CSCS cards.
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Watch back: Does my CSCS card still work?
May 30, 2023CSCS Head of Communications, Alan O'Neile, recently featured on Construction Wave's latest webinar.
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Changes to the CITB HS&E test for Managers & Professionals (MAP)
May 5, 2023CITB are making important changes to the Health, Safety & Environment test for Managers and Professionals.
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The CSCS Alliance at UK Construction Week 2023
May 1, 2023The CSCS Alliance are at UK Construction Week 2023, running from May 2nd to May 4th 2023.
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British Safety Council certificates not accepted for Labourer cards
March 16, 2023CSCS do not accept Level 1 Awards in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment issued by the BSC dated before February 2017.
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CSCS supports HSE campaign to highlight the risk of asbestos to those working in trades
March 7, 2023The Health and Safety Executive has launched a new campaign, titled Asbestos and You, to raise awareness of asbestos among tradespeople.
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Industry Accreditation: Common queries answered
February 16, 2023CSCS has set out some of the common areas of concern around Industry Accreditation and information on how they can be resolved.
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Industry Accreditation support discussed on Fix Radio
February 13, 2023The support and guidance available to those on Industry Accreditation cards was in the spotlight on Fix Radio.
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New guidance and support for Industry Accreditation announced
January 23, 2023An industry task group has published new guidance that clearly sets out the next steps CSCS IA card holders must take before the deadline.
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Discover Careers in Construction with Open Doors 2023
January 9, 2023Booking is now open for Open Doors 2023, giving young people and those looking for a change of career the chance to visit construction sites across Great Britain.
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CSCS publishes Annual Review 2022
December 15, 2022The CSCS Annual Review 2022 is out now to download.
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NEBOSH construction qualification secures CSCS recognition
November 30, 2022Health and safety awarding body NEBOSH has secured CSCS recognition for its UK construction qualification holders.
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CSCS Alliance: raising standards and safety in construction
November 3, 2022The CSCS Alliance acts as a collective voice and advisor on matters relating to personnel registration and the verification of skills, training, and qualifications.
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HS2 tunnel site opens doors to launch national drive to get young people into construction
November 2, 2022Open Doors 2023 will give young people the chance to go behind site hoardings on busy construction sites and learn about career opportunities across the industry.
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CSCS mourns the death of Her Majesty The Queen
September 8, 2022The Construction Skills Certification Scheme mourns the death of Her Majesty The Queen.
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CSCS Chief Executive to participate in CEO Sleepout
September 7, 2022Sean Kearns is to participate in a CEO Sleepout on Monday 21st November 2022 at Lord's.
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IIRSM members with relevant skills eligible for CSCS cards
September 7, 2022The International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) is now a CSCS-recognised approved professional body.
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How to submit an Employer Application for a CSCS card
August 31, 2022The guidance for employers making CSCS card applications on behalf of their workforce has been updated.
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CSCS Smart Check: FASET training course expiry dates
August 12, 2022Industry is being reminded to make thorough checks on FASET cards for details such as safety critical training, CPD, additional functionality and other certifications.
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Not all occupations require CSCS cards
July 18, 2022CSCS is reminding the industry that people in non-construction related occupations do not need a CSCS card.
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Supporting apprentices with free CSCS cards
July 11, 2022CSCS is to make all Apprentice cards free of charge to help ensure applicants begin their careers on the correct card.
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CSCS reminds industry of need to accept digital SICCS cards
June 20, 2022CSCS is reminding the industry to accept cards from partner schemes when presented at site gates.
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Closure of the Personal Fall Protection Installer Permanent Solutions courses
June 16, 2022CSCS is announcing the withdrawal of the Kee Safety and HCL Personal Fall Protection Installer Permanent Solution courses.
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CSCS Smart Check app updated
June 16, 2022CSCS Smart Check now includes a number of additional card schemes and an improved fraud reporting process.
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CSCS Chief Executive Graham Wren retires
June 10, 2022CSCS Chief Executive Graham Wren is to retire next month.
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Construction Industry Council launches new route to CSCS Card for Built Environment Professionals
June 8, 2022The CIC has launched a cutting edge e-learning Heath & Safety Certification course, which represents an acceptable alternative to the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test.
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CSCS Smart Check: already raising standards
May 6, 2022The new CSCS Smart Check app has made its mark on the industry in its first month.
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Construction News: CSCS Smart Check app keeps watch over skills
April 20, 2022Andy Reakes, chair of the CSCS Smart Check working group, speaks to Construction News about the app.
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CSCS Smart Check: One app to check millions of qualifications
April 1, 2022The new CSCS Smart Check app is out now to download free of charge.
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CITB announce Health, safety and environment test price rise
April 1, 2022The price of the Construction Industry Training Board's (CITB) Health, safety and environment test is now £22.50.
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CSCS Smart Check - Go-live information
March 31, 2022A summary of the key points around CSCS Smart Check ahead of the app's launch.
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CSCS Smart Check app | March update
March 3, 2022The CSCS Smart Check app project team provide the latest update on its development.
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CSCS Smart Check webinars
March 2, 2022A series of CSCS Smart Check webinars are to take place throughout March.
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Construction Enquirer: New app set to simplify site skills card checks
February 22, 2022Construction Enquirer reports on the upcoming rollout of the CSCS Smart Check app.
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Information regarding Professional Development Awards (SQA)
January 27, 2022CSCS seeks to provide clarification on Scottish Qualification Authority (SQA) Professional Development Awards (PDAs).
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CSCS Smart Check app | January 2022 update
January 25, 2022The CSCS Smart Check app's project team have issued their first update of 2022.
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New CSCS Smart Check app to revolutionise card verification procedures
December 14, 2021The new app is set to radically improve the construction industry’s card checking procedures and site safety.
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CSCS publishes Annual Review 2021
December 13, 2021CSCS has published its Annual Review for 2021, reviewing highlights from the year and priorities for 2022.
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Applying for CSCS cards: Common queries answered
December 12, 2021CSCS sets out to address some of the common misconceptions and misunderstandings around the scheme.
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SBATC and CSCS card partnership ends after successful seven years
December 9, 2021CSCS cards will no longer be automatically given to SBATC-registered apprentices after changes to construction apprenticeship frameworks.
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Chartered Society of Designers members eligible for CSCS cards
November 16, 2021The Chartered Society of Designers is now recognised as a professional body by CSCS.
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Changes to Occupational Work Supervision NVQ structure and CSCS cards
September 16, 2021The National Working Group for Occupational Work Supervision (OWS) has confirmed the removal of the endorsement list and redefined the pre-entry requirements for the OWS N/SVQ.
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Industry Placement card set to launch ahead of new academic year
August 26, 2021The card is to be made available from September 1st, ahead of the new academic year.
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Certain City and Guilds qualifications to require accompanying e-certificates
August 25, 2021Applications using qualifications from 2012 onwards will require an accompanying e-certificate from 1st September 2021.
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CSCS and CITB talk fraud with Fix Radio
August 20, 2021Alan O'Neile and Ian Sidney spoke to Fix Radio's Clive Holland about the issue.
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Registrations open for employers to take part in Open Doors 2021
August 12, 2021Open Doors 2021 will once again gives visitor a unique insight into working in construction.
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New NEBOSH qualification now accepted for Academically Qualified Person applications
August 3, 2021The NEBOSH Health & Safety Management for Construction (UK) qualification is to be accepted for Academically Qualified Person (AQP) card applications.
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CSCS improve Academically Qualified Person applications
June 9, 2021A recent review of the AQP card identified the need to simplify the application process.
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Industry Placement card sets learners on the right pathway into construction
June 2, 2021To support learners transitioning from the classroom into the workplace, the construction industry is introducing the Industry Placement Card.
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SICCS picks up CSCS occupations
May 6, 2021CSCS is notifying the industry that all shopfitting occupations are being transferred to the SICCS scheme.
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CICES continued recognition by CSCS
April 15, 2021Members of the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES) can use their memberships to apply for CSCS cards
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More Institution of Lighting members eligible for CSCS cards
March 22, 2021Affiliates of the Institute of Lighting Professionals can now apply for the Professionally Qualified Person card.
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Academic qualifications transferred to Electrotechnical Certification Scheme
March 15, 2021Electrotechnical qualifications currently accepted for the AQP card are to be transferred to ECS.
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Academic qualifications transferred to Building Engineering Services
March 15, 2021Building Engineering Services qualifications accepted for the AQP card are being transferred to SKILLcard.
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RICS recognised by CSCS
March 3, 2021CSCS is pleased to announce that Associate and Chartered members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) can use their memberships to apply for CSCS cards.
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CourseSight-CSCS link simplifies site admin
February 12, 2021Linking Reference Point’s CourseSight system with the CSCS GoSmart app continues to bring benefits to training providers.
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Partner Card Scheme GQA announce new card design
January 29, 2021GQA, the CSCS Partner Card Scheme which issues the Q-card has announced the launch of a new Card design.
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FASET becomes the latest CSCS Partner Card Scheme
January 25, 2021The Fall Arrest Safety Equipment Training association (FASET) has teamed up with CSCS, to issue FASET cards which display the CSCS logo for the safety netting and temporary safety systems industry.
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New CSCS cards are virtually the same
December 18, 2020The Construction Skills Certification Scheme has announced the launch of a virtual card and new app.
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Annual Review 2020
December 17, 2020CSCS has published its Annual Review 2020
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Postal applications: past their best
December 10, 2020The Construction Skills Certification Scheme is reminding the industry not to send in CSCS card applications by post. Applications received by post will not be processed.
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CSCS accepts recognised apprenticeships
December 9, 2020The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has updated its requirements related to the acceptance of apprenticeships by CSCS and its partner card schemes.
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PASMA joins CSCS as Partner Card Scheme
November 9, 2020PASMA, the recognised authority in access towers, and CSCS, the leading card scheme for the UK construction industry, have become a CSCS Partner Card Scheme.
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Health and Safety Awareness Course Goes Online
October 7, 2020CITB have introduced an online version of the Health and Safety Awareness (HSA) Course. The online course can be used to apply for the green Labourer card.
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New features added to CourseSight
September 16, 2020New training and courses booked through CourseSight will now be automatically added to a CSCS card.
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CSCS supports Talent Retention Scheme
September 7, 2020The Construction Leadership Council has launched the Talent Retention Scheme (CLC TRS) to keep essential talent within the UK Construction industry.
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Lift and Escalator Testers to get Supervisor cards
August 24, 2020Lift and Escalator Testers applying for CSCS cards will now receive a gold Supervisor card instead of a black Manager card.
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CSCS no long accepting new alternatives to the Level 1 Award
May 7, 2020CSCS has made the decision to stop accepting any further alternatives to the RQF Level 1 Award
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British Safety Council to withdraw delivery of Labourer card qualification
April 1, 2020The British Safety Council recently announced their plans to stop delivering the Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment.
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IOSH launch Safety, Health and Environment course
March 30, 2020IOSH have introduced a new course called ‘Safety, Health and Environment for Construction Workers’ which will be accepted for the CSCS Labourer card.
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New route to a card for welders
March 17, 2020The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS), the Safety Assessment Federation (SAFed), and Structural and Weld Testing Services Ltd (SWTS) have announced a new route for welders to gain a “Skilled Worker – Qualified Welder” card displaying the CSCS logo.
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iPhone game changer for electronic card checks
March 5, 2020CSCS is pleased to announce that electronic card checks are now available on iPhones.
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Validating your CITB HS&E test
February 25, 2020To apply for your CSCS card you will need your HS&E Test ID.
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Application delays
February 17, 2020We are experiencing some technical issues with our new online application service.
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Global Microsoft technical issue
February 3, 2020Microsoft currently have a global technical issue. We are in contact with our internet service provider who are investigating. This means we are unable to process applications at this time. We will update this page once we have more information.
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British Telecom internet outage
January 31, 2020There is currently a nationwide internet outage with BT.
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Annual Review 2019
January 31, 2020CSCS has published its Annual Review for 2019
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Online application issues
January 30, 2020Online application issues
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CSCS ends exemption to Health, safety and environment test requirement
September 2, 2019CSCS has ended an exemption CSCS card applicants could previously use to get a CSCS card without passing the Construction Industry Training Board’s (CITB) Health, safety and environment test.
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CSCS launches new website
August 6, 2019Improved navigation, combined with a contemporary look and feel will improve the experience for visitors to the site.
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Professional body members eligible for cards
July 29, 2019Full member and other relevant grades of membership of CSCS recognised professional bodies can apply for the CSCS Professionally Qualified Person (PQP) card.
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CSCS to end exemption to the CITB Health, safety and environment test
June 17, 2019CSCS is withdrawing an exemption to the HSE test requirement for getting a CSCS card.
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Important Notice for Construction Support Line Applicants
April 15, 2019CSCS is no longer accepting card applications from Construction Support Line
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Changes to the Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test
April 12, 2019The Health, safety and environment test for the construction industry is being updated on 26 June 2019.
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Look for the logo
April 4, 2019If you work in a specialist occupation, then you should apply for a card from one of our specialist Partner Card Schemes.
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CSCS to withdraw postal applications
April 1, 2019The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) has announced plans to withdraw postal applications.
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CSCS announce plans to withdraw Industry Accreditation
March 5, 2019CSCS has consulted with the industry and agreed a plan that will pave the way for the eventual withdrawal of cards issued under Industry Accreditation.
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CSCS to launch online application service
March 1, 2019The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) will be launching an updated online service aimed at speeding up the CSCS card application process.
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Guidance on work experience placements
February 28, 2019CSCS is asking employers to remember that not everyone on their site needs a CSCS card.
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Guidance for Managers with academic qualifications
February 27, 2019CSCS has issued guidance for construction managers who hold academic qualifications
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CSCS approves gold card for past graduates of TSA Surveying Course
February 21, 2019Past graduates of The Survey Association’s Surveying Course can now use the course to get a Gold CSCS card
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Annual Review 2018
January 3, 2019CSCS has published its Annual Review for 2018
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Closing for Christmas
December 10, 2018CSCS offices will be closed from 6pm on Friday 21st December 2018 until 8am on Wednesday 2nd January 2019.
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Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship gains CSCS recognition
November 28, 2018The training organisation Youthforce has developed a new skills development programme for the Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard for Laboratory Technicians
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CSCS introduce online employer applications
November 26, 2018The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is set to launch an improved employer application process that is quicker, easier and online.
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Digital College online award reinstated
November 15, 2018CSCS is pleased to announce that The British safety Council has reinstated the Digital College's online Level 1 Award ‘Health & Safety in a Construction Environment’ course and qualification.
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Results of 2018 SmartCard Audit released
November 14, 2018On the 3rd October 2018, Build UK and CECA carried out their annual SmartCard audit on their members’ sites. The results of this audit have now been compiled and released.
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Jail sentence for online card manufacturer
October 26, 2018A man who manufactured and sold fake construction industry skill cards has been jailed for more than 3 years.
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EUSR issues new cards
October 22, 2018The Energy & Utility Skills Register (EUSR) has been rebranded, as part of a series of measures to add value to the energy and utilities sector workforce.
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Professional Body status for the Chartered Institute of Housing
October 15, 2018CSCS are pleased to confirm that Chartered Member and Fellow grades at the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) are now eligible for the Professionally Qualified Person (PQP) card.
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Bricklayer Trailblazer gains CSCS recognition
October 8, 2018CSCS is pleased to announce recognition of the new bricklayer apprenticeship standard Level 2 developed by the FMB-led employer group, in partnership with the wider industry. On completion of the apprenticeship workers will be able to apply for the CSCS blue Skilled Worker card.
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New white paper highlights the need for more CSCS SmartCards to be checked electronically
September 25, 2018A new white paper by CSCS IT Partner Donseed looks at the statistics behind how CSCS SmartCards are currently being verified on site.
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Launch of FIS #iBuiltThis2018 campaign
August 30, 2018FIS have announced the launch of their #iBuiltThis2018 campaign.
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NPORS cards wrongly turned away from site
August 9, 2018CSCS recently received reports that holders of NPORS cards (one of CSCS’s Partner Card Schemes) have had workers turned away from site because their cards were considered not to be approved by CSCS.
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FIS launches CSCS card upgrade offers for the drylining trade
August 1, 2018FIS have introduced two offers to help fit-out sector drylining operatives upgrade to the Blue Skilled Worker CSCS card, an essential replacement for the expired CRO cards which cannot be renewed.
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Overseas qualifications under the spotlight
July 30, 2018Over the last few years CSCS has made a number of high profile changes that ensure construction workers hold the correct qualifications for the job they do on site.
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CSCS announce price rise
July 9, 2018CSCS will be increasing the cost of a card to £36 (this includes VAT) with effect from 1st September 2018. This increase applies to all cards administered directly by CSCS.
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CSCS to withdraw the Construction Site Visitor card
June 13, 2018All Construction Site Visitor cards issued from 3rd September 2018 will expire on 31st August 2020 and CSCS will stop issuing the card from 28th February 2020.
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New CSCS SmartCard integration announced by Donseed
May 18, 2018As part of the launch of its new Biometric Identity Workplace Management system, Donseed Workplace®, Donseed has announced a new integration with the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card.
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CITB announce Health, safety and environment test price rise
May 17, 2018CITB’s Health, safety and environment test currently costs £19.50. However, CITB have announced that from Monday 18th June 2018 the price will increase to £21
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British Safety Council suspends The Digital College’s delivery of Labourer qualification
May 3, 2018The British Safety Council (BSC) has confirmed the suspension of the Digital College’s delivery of the RQF Level 1 Award Health and Safety in a Construction Environment.
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CSCS welcomes new Chairman
April 20, 2018The Construction Skills Certification Scheme is pleased to announce the appointment of Carolyn Uphill as Chairman of the Board with effect from 1st May 2018.
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Labourers wrongly turned away from site due to CSCS logo confusion
March 27, 2018CSCS recently received reports that holders of the GQA CSCS Q-card (one of CSCS’s Partner Card Schemes) have had Labourers turned away from site because their cards and their occupations were not considered to be approved by CSCS.
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CSCS approves Safe2Site online course
March 5, 2018CSCS is pleased to announce that the Safe2Site online course has been approved as the latest route to the green Labourer card.
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Our phone lines are closed all day Friday 2nd March
February 28, 2018Due to the adverse weather conditions a number of staff are unable to make the journey to work. Unfortunately, this means we cannot deliver the normal telephone service and we have taken the decision to close the telephone lines for today.
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British Safety Council cracks down on fraudulent Level 1 Award certificates
February 27, 2018BSC have taken the decision to stop verifying or replacing older versions of their certificates
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We are experiencing high call volumes
January 31, 2018Our service provider CITB are experiencing high call volumes and this has increased the call waiting times at our contact centre.
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Asbestos occupations moved to Partner Schemes
January 30, 2018The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is notifying the industry that asbestos related occupations are being moved to alternative schemes.
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Go Smart to be withdrawn from Windows phones
January 24, 2018Following confirmation that Microsoft are ending their support for Windows phones, CSCS is withdrawing the Go smart app for Windows phones.
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Blasting sector occupations transferred
January 22, 2018The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is notifying the industry that blasting occupations are being transferred to the Blasting Competency Scheme (BCS)
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Annual Review 2017 published
January 9, 2018CSCS has published its Annual Review for 2017
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CITB to withdraw from CSCS card administration service
December 4, 2017The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has taken the decision to serve notice on its contract to provide the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) with card application and contact centre services.
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Phone lines to close Thursday 7th December
December 4, 2017Our phone lines will be closed on Thursday 7th December for system improvements.
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LISS cards get smarter
November 28, 2017The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI), the leading trade association for landscape professionals in the UK, has today announced its adoption of Go Smart
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Construction Leadership Council (CLC) reinforces backing of CSCS logo and a qualified workforce
November 28, 2017Following the success of the CLC’s 2015 decision and its adoption across the industry the CLC have announced further enhancements to the original requirements.
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WQ Inspection & Certification route for welders to obtain CSCS cards
November 24, 2017The Construction Skills Certification Scheme and the Safety Assessment Federation have announced an extension to their route for welders, with a card offered by its member WQ Inspection & Certification (WQiC).
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Professional Body status for the Institute of Carpenters
November 16, 2017CSCS are pleased to confirm that Fellow and Member grades at the Institute of Carpenters (IoC) are now eligible for the CSCS Professionally Qualified Person (PQP) card.
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Wednesday 15th November phone lines closed between 11 am and 2 pm
November 14, 2017Our phone lines are closed today from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
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Health, safety & environment test redevelopment
November 8, 2017CITB is reviewing the Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test to ensure that it continues to contribute towards a qualified workforce with the right knowledge, skills and training.
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Enhanced verification of overseas qualifications
November 6, 2017From 1st December 2017, overseas construction workers wishing to work in the UK will have the technical content of their overseas qualification mapped against the relevant UK National Occupational Standard for that occupation.
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We are currently experiencing high call volumes
October 18, 2017Due to the withdrawal of the Construction Related Occupation (CRO) card we are experiencing high-call volumes and this has increased our call waiting times.
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New SAFed route for welders to obtain CSCS cards
October 9, 2017The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS), the Safety Assessment Federation (SAFed) and Zurich Engineering have announced a new route for welders to gain a SAFed card displaying the CSCS logo.
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Cold calling security notice
September 27, 2017CSCS has received reports from some employers that they are being contacted by individuals claiming to be CSCS agents and asking for card details.
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NAS goes virtual with the SICCS skills card
September 19, 2017The National Association of Shopfitters & Interior Contractors (NAS) is delighted to announce the launch of its new Virtual SICCS Smartcard - a digital card that is stored in an app called Vircarda on a smartphone - developed by Reference Point for the CSCS Go Smart platform.
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CRO Cards remain valid until expiry date
September 8, 2017It has been brought to CSCS’s attention that some CRO card holders, contractors and employers believe all CRO cards expire on the 30th September. This is not the case.
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CRO Occupations requiring qualification development
September 8, 2017CSCS recognise there are a number of qualifications currently under development that will not be available by the end of September. These workers will require access to site after their CRO expires and while their qualification is under development.
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Glazing occupations now on the Q-card
August 29, 2017The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is notifying the industry that glazing/fenestration occupations are being transferred to the GQA Qualifications (formerly Glass Qualifications Authority) Q-Card.
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CSCS accepts the PCN Certification
August 25, 2017CSCS and the British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing (BINDT) have agreed a new route to a CSCS card.
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Last Call for CRO Cards
August 23, 2017The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is reminding the industry that time is almost up for 85,000 Construction Related Occupation (CRO) cards.
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Enhanced document verification tackles overseas card fraud
August 18, 2017From October 2017 UK NARIC will be introducing a new application process for holders of construction skills certificates that have been awarded overseas.
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CSCS accepts Water Jetters training programme
August 8, 2017The Water Jetting Association (WJA) Safety Awareness Training Programme has been approved as an equivalent to the Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Associated Industrial Services Occupations (Water Jetting.
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Virtual is getting real
July 21, 2017The National Federation of Demolition Contractors in conjunction with the National Demolition Training Group, have recently announced the launch of a new virtual CCDO SmartCard.
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MSite and Carillion go smart with pre-induction
July 20, 2017Carillion Construction Services has transformed its company-wide inductions process by using the MSITE pre-induction system.
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Qualification developed for Architectural Metalworker
June 15, 2017Following feedback from the industry, CITB has concluded that there is a need for an Architectural Metalworker qualification.
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Are you paying too much for your CSCS card?
June 15, 2017The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is urging employers and construction workers to be vigilant when dealing with third party companies that offer CSCS card application services
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Thermal Insulation occupations moved to TICA
June 2, 2017The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is notifying the industry the Thermal Insulation Operative will be transferred to the new TICA Skill Card.
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The Build UK Summer Party is going virtual
June 1, 2017No, the party is not virtual, but the invitations are!
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CSCS cards: new rules for asbestos operatives
May 26, 2017The Asbestos Removal Management Institute (ARMI), the standard setting body for Asbestos, has confirmed the qualification requirements for the Asbestos Removal Operative blue Skilled Worker card.
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Why a 100% carded workforce isn’t always 100% right
May 25, 2017People attending site to perform a non-construction related occupation should not be expected to carry a CSCS card.
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CSCS suspends recognition of e-learning IOSH Working Safely certificate
May 5, 2017CSCS has announced the suspension of the IOSH Working Safely certificate via e-learning assessment as an approved route to obtaining the green Labourer card.
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SSPC Trainthepainter signs agreement to display CSCS logo
April 28, 2017We are pleased to announce that SSPC Trainthepainter have become a partner card scheme.
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CSCS announces new apprenticeship funding agreement with CCATF
April 28, 2017The Cross-industry Construction Apprenticeship Taskforce (CCATF) has reached agreement with the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) for a funding package in support of the CCATF’ ‘Pathway to Construction’ Scheme.
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CITB research into the experiences of non-UK construction workers
April 21, 2017CITB has commissioned IFF Research and the Institute of Employment Research (IER) to undertake an important piece of research into the experiences of non-UK workers in the construction sector across Great Britain. This research will help inform industry by identifying current and potential skills needs.
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Smart thinking by JIB PMES
April 20, 2017The Joint Industry Board for Plumbing Mechanical Engineering Services in England and Wales (JIB-PMES) are pleased to announce the introduction of smart technology.
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The CSCS email address is changing
April 5, 2017From 11th April 2017, all CSCS email addresses ending in gb.com will be withdrawn and replaced with co.uk. This means emails sent to gb.com will not be delivered.
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Locksmith and Safe Engineer occupations withdrawn from CSCS
March 29, 2017The Master Locksmiths Association (MLA), with support from the Standard Setting Body – Skills for Security, have formally requested that “Locksmith” and “Safe Engineer” occupations be withdrawn from the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS).
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CITB research into the experiences of non-UK construction workers
March 28, 2017CITB has commissioned IFF Research and the Institute of Employment Research (IER) to undertake an important piece of research into the experiences of non-UK workers in the construction sector across Great Britain.
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Industry Accreditation
February 2, 2017Industry Accreditation (IA), also known as Grandfather Rights, allowed workers to obtain CSCS cards on the strength of an employers’ recommendation rather than the achievement of a recognised qualification.
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Professional Body status for the BIFM
February 1, 2017CSCS are pleased to confirm that the British Institute of Facilities Management (BIFM) members are now eligible for a CSCS Professionally Qualified Person (PQP) card.
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National SmartCard audit on 8th February
January 27, 2017Build UK and CECA are holding a SmartCard audit across all their members’ sites on 8th February
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Annual Review 2016 published
January 10, 2017CSCS has published the Annual Review for 2016
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CSCS to stop issuing CRO cards from 31st March 2017
January 5, 2017The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is reminding the industry to get ready for the withdrawal of the Construction Related Occupation (CRO) card.
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Occupations moved to ECS
December 12, 2016The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is notifying the industry that the Communications Installer and Team Leader occupations will be transferred to the Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS).
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No CSCS cards for NVQ Assessors
October 27, 2016CSCS is advising NVQ Assessors and Verifiers that they do not require CSCS cards
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Employer Application turnaround time increases
October 18, 2016Processing times for Employer Application times has temporarily increased
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The CCDO Scheme goes Smart
September 12, 2016From the 1st September 2016 all NDTG completed training courses will result in one of the new style CCDO Smart Cards cards being issued.
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Clarification for Cleaners
September 7, 2016CSCS cards are intended for construction related occupations only. Industry recognises that due to the diverse nature of construction projects, there are occasions when a person may need to access a construction site to perform a non-construction activity and that these individuals would not be expected to carry a CSCS card.
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Trainee Card Changes
August 1, 2016Trainee cards have changed. Find out how this will affect you
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Sites Go Smart with SmartCards in Construction Manager
July 5, 2016Construction Manager, the official magazine of the CIOB, is helping CSCS to push for more sites to adopt SmartCard technology. Despite the numerous benefits of the CSCS Smartech contained in every CSCS card, recent surveys show that few sites are taking advantage of this free feature.
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Trainee card changes - are you ready?
June 30, 2016Feedback from industry has told CSCS the acceptance of qualifications not based on a National Occupational Standard is causing confusion amongst card holders and their employers.
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Employers urged to check CSCS cards the Smart way
April 18, 2016Following extensive reports in the media earlier this year highlighting the dangers of construction card fraud, CSCS is urging employers to carry out electronic card checks before allowing workers on site.
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Profiled Route is now closed
April 1, 2016Profiled route has closed.
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CSCS cards provide smart way to reduce vibration damage
March 31, 2016Following a report from the HSE* saying that construction has higher rates of vibration white finger and carpal tunnel syndrome than any other sector, employers across the industry are looking at ways to tackle the ill effects of working with vibrating equipment on construction sites.
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Lightning Conductor Engineers and Steeplejacks: are you ready?
March 22, 2016A new requirement is in place for operatives renewing their Lightning Conductor Engineer or Steeplejack CSCS card.
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Are you paying too much for your CSCS card?
March 15, 2016Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is urging employers and construction workers to be vigilant when dealing with third party companies that offer CSCS card application services.
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CLC: One Industry Logo. What does it mean for you?
March 3, 2016At the beginning of 2015 the CLC announced (via its Industrial Strategy: Construction 2025) that industry, including trade associations, contractors, clients and government should specify and promote card schemes carrying the CSCS logo with no equivalents accepted.
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CSCS updating the construction industry
February 18, 2016CSCS has been out and about talking to a wide range of organsations about its recent activities and its plans for the future to gather feedback to inform future developments.
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Annual Review 2015
February 9, 2016CSCS has published its Annual Review for 2015.
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New application slashes CSCS card check times for home builders
February 1, 2016New card checking applications saves housebuilder 500 working days per year
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Employers urged to check CSCS cards electronically
January 25, 2016The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) and the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) have revoked 4,615 cards, following investigations into fraudulent activity at five test centres.
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Construction industry united in fight against fraud
December 9, 2015The recent BBC Newsnight undercover investigation identified fraudulent activity at some test centres delivering construction industry training. The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), British Safety Council (BSC) and Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) has made the following joint statement:
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Changes to Profiled Route
December 4, 2015CSCS will stop accepting all applications via the Profiled Route from 1st April 2016.
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BBC Fake Britain reporting on construction industry certification cards
December 4, 2015Following the BBC’s episode of Fake Britain broadcast on 4th December regarding the use of fake skills certification cards, CSCS has made a statment.
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BBC fraud investigation: CSCS confirms cards at risk of cancellation
November 9, 2015BBC fraud investigation: CSCS confirms cards at risk of cancellation
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Action taken in light of fraud exposure
October 23, 2015CSCS takes the issue of fraudulent activity extremely seriously.
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BBC reporting fraudulent behaviour in the classroom
October 21, 2015Following the reports on BBC London and Newsnight (Wednesday 21 October) regarding people fraudulently obtaining construction related qualifications, CSCS has made a statement.
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CSCS hits 2 million
October 21, 2015CSCS recently presented the two millionth card.
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Smart move by SKILLcard
October 12, 2015The Engineering Services SKILLcard is converting to ‘smart’ technology as part of a strategy to further improve professional standards across the building engineering services industry.
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Smart move by SKILLcard
October 12, 2015First scheme affiliated to CSCS to switch to chip-enabled smart technology
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CSCS launches free apps…
October 3, 2015There are now three free Android apps available to download.
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CRO changes from October 1st
October 1, 2015CRO cards are changing from 1st October and will no longer be issued from 31st March 2017.
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For labourers
September 24, 2015If you work in a labouring occupation you can apply for the labourer card. You will need to meet a number of requirements which you can read about on this page.
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Advice on using CSCS Smartcards
September 17, 2015Find out how easy it is to use CSCS smartcards to cut costs and improve efficiency on construction sites.
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If you’ve got a CSO card you need to be making a plan
September 13, 2015In July CSCS stopped issuing green Construction Site Operative (CSO) cards.
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How do I book a CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test
September 10, 2015Read about how you can book a CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test on this page.
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Changes to the CRO card – another step towards a fully qualified workforce
August 24, 2015This page contains information about changes to the CRO card.
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CSCS goes mobile
July 29, 2015More and more visitors to the CSCS website are using smartphones and tablets.
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CSCS cards help McGee’s desire to revolutionize systems
July 3, 2015McGee is using CSCS smartcards to help to to increase efficiency and improve safety.
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Service update
June 30, 2015As the demand for more workers on construction sites increases to meet rising work levels, the volume of calls and applications to the CSCS Contact Centre for CSCS cards has grown rapidly.
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CSCS Update Presentation
June 19, 2015Senior managers from CSCS recently presented a webinar that covered all the latest developments to the scheme.
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Call to tackle construction card fraud
June 11, 2015One in five of those responsible for checking cards on construction sites have seen fake certification cards for construction workers in the past year, which means that some workers may not be qualified to do the jobs they are doing, according to a new survey published today.
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New video provides help on applying for CSCS cards
June 3, 2015CITB and CSCS have produced a new video that provides advice for individuals applying for or renewing CSCS cards.
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Nick Boles has been reappointed as construction minister
May 20, 2015In one of his final government appointments David Cameron has kept Nick Boles as construction minister alongside his role as minister for skills.
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CSCS consultation on hold until further notice
April 27, 2015The CSCS Board has decided to defer consultation on simpifying the scheme.
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Not sure which card to apply for?
April 27, 2015The type of CSCS card you should apply depends on what your job is and what qualifications you have.
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Quick answers to common questions
April 2, 2015The CSCS contact centre receives thousands of calls every working day, with the majority of the enquiries relatively straightforward to answer. So to save you time and money calling, we’ve summarised the most frequently asked questions and answers which we hope you will find useful.
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Card checking survey - we want to hear your views
March 17, 2015CITB, in partnership with CSCS, is conducting the first industry-wide survey to assess card checking procedures
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Changes to profiled route
March 16, 2015From 1st May 2015 the following rules will apply for all profiled route applications submitted to CSCS
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Which card should you be applying for?
March 4, 2015Have you used the CSCS cardfinder?
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Improved service levels
March 4, 2015Over the past 12 months the service levels provided by the CSCS Contact Centre have improved dramatically.
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Trevor Walker
March 4, 2015It is with regret that we announce that former CSCS Chairman Trevor Walker has died after a long battle with illness.
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Looking to make your sites smarter?
February 23, 2015Using CSCS smartcards can help improve efficiency and cut costs.
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CSCS news straight to your inbox
February 16, 2015Our enewsletter will keep you informed about the latest CSCS news.
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Check out our new website
February 3, 2015We are pleased to announce the launch of our new look website www.cscs.uk.com. The new site is designed to be a One Stop Shop for all your CSCS enquiries.
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CSCS appoints new scheme manager
February 3, 2015Following 2 successful years as CSCS Office Manager, we are pleased to announce Angeleen Hill has been promoted to Scheme Manager.
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CSCS - what it is and what it's not...
December 8, 2014Although most people are familiar with CSCS there are many views expressed regarding its purpose and what it means to have a CSCS card. To summarise:
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CSCS is not about competence...
December 8, 2014In the past many schemes, CSCS included, have been promoted as ‘Competency’ card schemes i.e. possession of a card automatically signifies the cardholder is competent to carry out a given task or job. Furthermore the industry has been keen to embrace this concept with cursory inspection of the card before individuals are allowed to work on site.
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Green card update
December 8, 2014Up until July 2014 CSCS had issued over 700,000 green CSO cards. These cards were issued on completion of a Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) Health, Safety & Environment test together with an Employer recommendation.
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If you've got a CSO card you need to be making a plan
December 8, 2014You are probably aware that in July CSCS stopped issuing green Construction Site Operative (CSO) cards.
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New communications manager joins CSCS
September 11, 2014Following 5 years with CSCS Helen Atkinson will be leaving at the end of September to take up the position of Director of Member Services with the Electrical Contractors Association.
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Improving customer service...
August 6, 2014The upturn in CSCS card applications this year is a positive indicator for the construction industry. However, it has created pressure on the card processing service provided by CITB.
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Results of level one award pilot project...
June 13, 2014New qualification for Labourers – Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment
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New video: Using SmartCards
June 9, 2014New CSCS video about SmartCards
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Beware of misleading charges...
April 10, 2014CSCS Chief Executive Graham Wren is urging people applying for CSCS cards and booking CITB's Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) tests through third party companies to be on their guard against misleading charging policies.
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Countryside Properties pioneers use of CSCS SmartCards...
February 3, 2014Countryside Properties pioneers use of CSCS SmartCards.
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BAM Nuttall implements CSCS-based worker verification system at Europe's largest construction site...
January 8, 2014BAM Nuttall implements CSCS-based worker verification system at Europe's largest construction site.
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CSCS certificates withdrawn...
November 19, 2013CSCS is withdrawing its Certificates of Commitment with immediate effect.
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Green card changes
September 24, 2013From 1st July 2014 the green CSCS Construction Site Operative (CSO) card is no longer being issued.
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HRS integrates access solution with CSCS...
September 5, 2013Human Recognition Systems (HRS), a leader in total biometric solutions, has announced the integration of its advanced access control solution, MSite, with CSCS.
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CSCS reaches major milestone
May 14, 2013CSCS has issued its millionth Smartcard.
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CSCS helps the industry get smarter...
April 24, 2013CSCS recently held an event in central London at which its IT Partners outlined how CSCS SmartCards can be used with a range of software-based solutions to increase productivity, cut costs and improve health and safety management.
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Apps make smart technology easily accessible...
April 24, 2013CSCS now has three free apps available for download from Google Play.
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Investing in the industry...
April 24, 2013Recently CSCS has sponsored several industry events including two CIOB Committed to Construction awards as well as CECA, NFB and SBF events.
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CSCS Survey...
April 11, 2013A recent CSCS survey identified that most major construction sites require site workers to hold CSCS cards.
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CITB and CSCS negotiate new agreement...
February 5, 2013CSCS is in talks to negotiate a new agreement with CITB who administer the scheme under contract.
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Project director explains benefits of CSCS smartcards...
February 2, 2013VINCI/BAM Nuttall Project Director, Jez Haskins, was recently interviewed about how the joint venture’s site at Tottenham Court Road underground station is reducing overheads and improving efficiency by using CSCS SmartCards.
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CSCS launches free apps to cut contractors’ costs...
January 27, 2013CSCS has developed three free apps for use on smartphones and tablets that enable contractors to use the card scheme’s smartcards for a range of applications.
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CSCS launches free apps...
January 24, 2013Check CSCS cards simply by placing them on your Android smartphone or tablet.
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CSCS or equivalent specified for Scottish public sector construction projects...
January 4, 2013The Scottish Government has introduced a new policy for the assessment of skills, competence and safety standards on construction sites.
