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How to Get a CSCS Card for the First Time: Step-by-Step Guide for New Construction Workers

10 October 2025

If you want to work on UK construction sites, you’ll need a CSCS Green Card. This shows you’ve completed the required construction health and safety training and are prepared to work safely on site.

 

This guide explains the steps for first-time applicants, including course options and the fastest way to get certified with Safe2Site Online.

 

What Is a CSCS Green Card?

The Construction Skills Certification Scheme card is proof that workers have essential safety knowledge. Employers use it to confirm that staff have completed CITB approved courses and passed the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test.

 

For most new workers, the Green Card is the starting point.

 

Step 1: Complete the Safe2Site Online Course

Before applying for your card, complete a Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment qualification. The simplest way is through the Safe2Site Online Course.

 

  • Fully online and flexible
  • CITB approved
  • Recognised across UK construction sites

 

This course covers essential site safety training required for first-time applicants.

 

Step 2: Pass the CITB HS&E Test

After the course, book your CITB HS&E Test for Operatives at an approved test centre via the CITB website.

 

Step 3: Apply for Your Green Card

Once you’ve completed the course and test, submit your application on the CSCS website. After verification, your card will be issued.

 

Safe2Site Options for First-Time Applicants

Option 1: Safe2Site Online Course for CSCS Green Card – £99 + VAT

  • Complete the course first and book the HS&E test separately.

 

Option 2: Safe2Site Premium – Full Package – £180 + VAT

  • Includes the course, test booking, and card application.
  • Fastest way to get fully certified.

 

Progress With Site Supervisor Training

Once you have your Green Card, you can move on to Safe2Site Supervision Training. This CITB approved course prepares you for supervisory roles on construction sites.

 

Why Choose COSAC?

COSAC provides CITB approved courses that are fully online. Our training is simple and accessible, helping beginners and supervisors get qualified and work safely on site.

 

Ready to Get Started?

 

Get trained, certified, and ready to work on site today.

 

Useful Resources

– CITB HS&E Test Booking

– Apply for CSCS Cards

– Safe2Site Courses Overview

 

Quick Start: How to Get a CSCS Green Card

If you’re applying for a CSCS Card for the first time, here’s the easiest way to get your CSCS Green Card and start working safely on a UK construction site.

 

Step 1: Complete a CITB Approved Course

Take the Safe2Site Online Course for CSCS Green Card to complete the required Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment qualification. Fully online, it takes around four hours and is accepted across the UK.

 

Step 2: Pass the CITB HS&E Test

Book and pass the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test for Operatives via the official CITB website.

 

Step 3: Apply for Your CSCS Green Card

Submit your course certificate and test pass on the CSCS website to receive your Green Card.

 

Faster Option: Get everything in one go with Safe2Site Premium – Full CSCS Green Card Package — your course, test booking, and card application all handled for you.

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