If you are working on a construction site, you must have heard a lot about CSCS Card. A question that crosses everyone mind is What is CSCS Card? ….. Why CSCS it is important and most importantly how to get a CSCS Card?
This blog will explain the importance of having a CSCS Card. Here you will also get information that how you can apply for the CSCS Card.
So to begin with the first and most important question what is CSCS Card?
A CSCS Card is considered as proof that the individual
working on the construction site is having all the required skill set, knowledge, learning
and training for the job they are carrying out. Housebuilders and contractors
give priority to hiring resources who holds CSCS card so that they can minimize the
possibility of accidents on-site and make it a safe place to work.
CSCS cards were introduced in 1995 to make people trained for their health and safety and create awareness among the workers working on site. With the introduction of these cards, a standard level of safety is introduced across the construction industry.
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In how much time you can get CSCS Card?
Why I need a CSCS card?
To get work on a construction site you need to have a CSCS
card. Without the card, you might not be allowed to work in the construction
industry as all major contractors and housebuilders prefer CSCS card tradesmen
to work on their site.
Is holding CSCS Card is legal requirement?
No, there is no legal requirement even the usage of CSCS
cards is very popular. This is totally optional to hold CSCS Card.
However, if you are interested to work in the construction industry then it is better to get a CSCS card for yourself as all big contractors, major house builders, large firms and project companies give preference to give work opportunities to the people holding the card in comparison to the one who is not having the card.
How many different types of CSCS Cards are there?
There are mainly 11 different levels of CSCS Cards in 6 different colours. The colours of CSCS card depends on the level of skill of cardholder.
- Labourer (Green CSCS Card) – Green
- Apprentice Card – Red
- Experienced Worker Card – Red
- Trainee Card – Red
- Skilled Worker – Blue
- Advanced Craft – Blue
- Supervisory – Gold
- Manager – Black
- Academically Qualified Person – White
- Professionally Qualified Card – White
- Provisional Card – Red
Green/Labourer – This is for the individuals who are involved in groundwork on construction sites with little experience or starting out in the construction industry and looking to start an entry-level position.
Blue/Skilled Worker – This card is for those who are
having experience in construction and who have achieved a NVQ Level 2.
Gold/Supervisory – This is for the more advanced who
are in more supervisory roles.
Black/Managers – This card is applicable for experienced
workers that hold a managerial role on a construction site.
White/Academically Qualified – This card is for
individuals who are having the highest level of expertise for senior managers or
industry board members.
How can I apply for the card?
If you are looking to take the stress out of the application
process and follow up, we can support to apply a card for you.
We also offer a range of health and safety courses which can help you to get your CSCS Card in many locations across the United Kingdom. We also assist and help people to book them for CITB Health, Safety andEnvironment Test. Feel free to write us at constructioncards@gmail.com