New rules to apply cscs card ?

You may have heard about the new changes that the CITB have bought in regarding the Green CSCS Labourer cards. There have been lots of rumors regarding this, but here are some facts below:

What are the changes?

The Green Construction Site Operative (CSO) card is now no longer being issued and has been replaced by the new Green labourer Card.

From when did these changes occur?

From the 1^st of July 2014 the Green Construction Site Operative (CSO) card will no longer be issued.

What do I need to do to get the new Green Labourers Card?

You will then need to apply for the new Green Labourer Card by doing the following:

1. Attending either of the following courses:

• 1 NVQ Level 1

Or

• CITB Site Safety Plus Health And Safety Awareness Course 

2. Passing the CITB Operative Health, Safety + environment test within 2 years of applying for a new card.

What do I do if I have an old style Green Card but it is not yet expired?

If you have a Green CSCS card that expires after 1^st of July 2014, the card will be valid until the expiry date. Having said that some large construction sites are asking that all operatives have the new Green Labourers card so it would be best to check with the site you are working on.

What if I only need to renew my Green CSCS card? Do the changes still apply?

*CSCS cards can be renewed up to 6 months before they expire. If you hold a green card CSCS Construction Site Operative (CSO) card that expires before the 31^st of December and have passed the operative level CITB Health, Safety + environment test you can renew your current CSO card before 1^st of July 2014.

How do I apply for my Green Labourer Card?

Steps to achieve the Green Labourer Card are as follows:

1. Book onto your NVQ Level 1 or CITB Health & Safety Awareness course–
2. Book onto your CITB Operative Health, Safety & Environment test
3. Apply for your Green Labourer Card

How do I book onto the CITB Health & Safety Awareness training course?

We have lots of regular courses all over UK from £200 + VAT per person so phone them on 0844 682 0844, or book online at www.cslinks.co.uk.

Can I book onto the CITB Operative Health, Safety & Environmental test prior to attending the CITB Health & Safety Awareness course?

You can book onto the test this prior to taking the CITB 1 day health and safety training course, but the test must actually be taken after the delegate has passed it.

How do I book the CITB Operative Health, Safety & Environment test?

Just phone CS LINKS Certification Scheme on 0844 682 0844.

How do I apply for my Green Labourer Card?

After attending the CITB Health & Safety Awareness course and the CITB Operative Health, Safety & Environmental test, phone CSCS Card Application Department on 0844 682 0844

Will I need to wait for my CITB Health & Safety Awareness Certificate prior to applying for my Green Labourer Card?

No, the CITB will have your details uploaded onto their system from your CITB Health & Safety Awareness course.

I am an individual, can you train me?

Yes, we have plenty of open courses where individuals are more than welcome to attend. Just phone us on 0844 682 0844 or email info@cslinks.co.uk , or you can check our availability online at www.cslinks.co.uk

I have a group of delegates, can you train us at our site?

As long as you have 6 or more delegates (CITB rules) we can arrange a course for you anywhere in the country. Just phone us on 0844 682 0844 or email info@cslinks.co.uk.

How do I book?

You can give us a ring on 0844 682 0844, email info@cslinks.co.uk or book online via the link below….

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