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Is CITB same as CSCS?

Is CITB same as CSCS?

Because of the relationship between the two bodies, you might see CSCS cards referred to as ‘CITB cards’. Don’t worry, they are the same thing! To get a CSCS card, applicants will need to have completed the necessary qualifications for the role.

How do I get a CITB card?

If you have achieved the correct qualifications and completed the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test (within the previous two years), please call the CSCS Contact Centre on 0344 994 4777 to apply for your card. Most successful applications result in the card been dispatched the next working day.

What is CITB card?

CSCS cards give validation that the individuals working on a construction sites have completed the required training and qualifications for the type of work they carry out on site. …

Who runs the CSCS scheme?

the Construction Industry Training Board
From 1997 the scheme has been administered by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB). However in December 2017 the CITB notified CSCS that it no longer wanted the contract and CSCS would need an alternative supplier at the end of the 42 month notification period.

Do delivery drivers need CSCS card?

CSCS Storeperson/Delivery Driver You must have a valid CSCS card as well as a Counter balance forklift truck ticket and previous experience – a reference will be required.

Do I have to pay CITB?

The CITB Levy is an annual payment made by employers/contractors to support reinvestment into the construction industry. Any company that is registered with the CITB must pay the levy, so long as the total amount they pay their employees and subcontractors is greater than £80k.

Can you do a CITB test online?

If you know which type of test to take, contact CITB to book and pay for the test online or phone CITB on 0344 994 4488. PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT CSCS TO BOOK A TEST. How do I book the HS&E test? You can book the test from the CITB website.

What ID do I need for CITB test?

A CITB candidate must provide one form of Primary ID containing a photograph and signature. If they do not have the required form of Primary ID they may present two forms of Secondary ID. This must be one ID from List A and one ID from List B (two from List A or two from List B is not acceptable).

Are CSCS cards being scrapped?

The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) has confirmed it will be phasing out the Grandfather Rights scheme from 2020 and abolishing it completely from 2024. More than 60,000 experienced construction workers will no longer be able to renew their skills cards under the “Grandfather Rights” system.