How To Apply Online For The CSCS Green Card

If you are a labourer who wants to work on a construction site in the UK, you will need to obtain a CSCS  card. This card shows that you have the basic health and safety knowledge and skills required for your job. In this blog post, we will guide you through the steps of applying for the CSCS green card online using the official CSCS website.

What is the CSCS green card?

The CSCS card, also known as the Labourer card, is for those who carry out labouring duties on site. It is valid for five years and can be renewed. To get this card, you must have:

• A Level 1 Award or approved alternative in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment or Site Safety Plus Health and Safety Awareness course.
• A CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test pass within the last two years.
  
  

You can check if your qualification is accepted by CSCS using the CSCS Card Finder. You can also find out more about the types of CSCS cards available for different occupations and qualifications on the CSCS website.

How to apply for the CSCS green card online?

To apply for the CSCS card online, you will need to create an account on the [CSCS Online] service. This is the only official online service for applying for CSCS cards. It is quick, easy and available all year round. You will need:

• A scanned copy of your qualification certificate or proof of registration for a recognised construction related qualification.
• The test ID number from your CITB HS&E test pass certificate.
• A credit or debit card to pay the £36 application fee.
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Once you have created your account, you can follow these steps to apply for your card:

• Log in to your account and select ‘Apply for a new card’.
• Select ‘Labourer’ as your occupation and confirm that you have the required qualification and HS&E test.
• Select ‘E-Learning COSAC Safe2Site’ from the drop down list, if you completed Safe2Site.
• Upload your qualification certificate or proof of registration as a PDF or JPEG file.
• Enter your test ID number and personal details.
• Review your application and make the payment.
• Confirm your application and wait for approval.

What happens after I apply?

After you submit your application, it will be reviewed by CSCS. If your application is approved, your CSCS card will be posted out to you the next working day. Most cards arrive within 3-5 days of application approval. If your card does not arrive within 10 days, please contact CSCS.

You can also download the [My CSCS app] to use your virtual CSCS card on site straight away.

Why should I apply online?

Applying online is the fastest and easiest way to get your CSCS green card. You can avoid delays and errors that may occur with postal applications. You can also track the status of your application and access support from CSCS online.

If you are an employer, you can also apply online for multiple cards for your workers. You can find out more about employer applications on the [CSCS website].

Where can I find more information?

If you have any questions or need help with your application, you can contact CSCS online or by phone. The quickest way to get in touch is via your CSCS online account. If you already have an account, please log in and select ‘Support’ on the top menu, click ‘Add Request’ and enter your details and required documents, then a member of the team will be in touch.

If you do not have an online account, then please call 0344 994 4777 (8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday).

You can also find more information about the CSCS green  and other related topics on these websites:

• [CSCS]: The official website of Construction Skills Certification Scheme.
• Operative Hire: A website that provides information and advice on construction jobs and careers.

We hope this blog post has been helpful and informative. If you are ready to apply for your CSCS green card online, please visit https://www.cscsonline.uk.com/login and start your application today.

Good luck!