Labourer

Do not apply for this card if you work in a skilled occupation. This card is for unskilled workers only, it show employers the holder is not on a recognised training pathway. You will be refused entry to site if you work in a skilled occupation and you hold a Labourer card.

The Labourer card is valid for five years and can not be renewed. Instead, individuals should apply for a new Labourer card when their existing card expires.

All applicants must pass the CITB health, safety and environment test for operatives and hold one of the following:

• The Level 1 (Scotland Level 4) Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment
• The Scottish Level 5 REHIS Elementary Health and Safety Certificate
• The NOCN/CSkills Awards Construction Health and Safety (F/618/0738) unit
• A CSCS approved alternative qualification – see below.

How to apply

All applications are made via CSCS Online.

Once an application is approved, cards should arrive within five working days.

This Level 1 award was developed for Labourers needing to obtain a CSCS card.

CSCS do not deliver training. To take this level 1 award, please contact your local college of further education, training centre or Jobcentre Plus.

These organisations can advise about training and assessment availability, pricing and whether funding is available.

The following awarding organisations have approval from OFQUAL to offer this qualification