Get A CSCS White Card
The CSCS White Card is issued to individuals who hold professional or academic qualifications. To obtain this card, you must also pass the CITB Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Test.
Test For The CSCS White Card
To apply for a CSCS White Card, you need to pass a CITB Health, Safety & Environment test—either the Specialist or the Managers and Professionals (MAP) version. This test measures your knowledge of essential health, safety, and environmental factors relevant to your role. The exam includes 50 multiple-choice questions and typically takes about 45 minutes to complete.
Applying for a CSCS White Card requires passing the CITB Health, Safety & Environment test—either the Specialist or Managers and Professionals (MAP) test. This assessment evaluates your understanding of key health, safety, and environmental issues related to your specific job. The test consists of 50 multiple-choice questions and usually lasts around 45 minutes.
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Provide proof of your construction-related qualifications qualification or enrollment on a training programme.
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About - CSCS White Card
Not everyone working in construction is involved in manual labour or operating heavy machinery. Many contribute vital academic or professional expertise behind the scenes to help ensure projects are completed safely and correctly. To work on construction sites, these individuals should hold a CSCS White Card, which is obtained by passing the CITB test specifically for the White Card.
There are 2 kinds of CSCS White Cards:
CSCS White Card: For Professionals with Academic Qualifications
The Academically Qualified Person White Card is issued to individuals who have demonstrated academic expertise in a construction-related discipline. Acceptable qualifications include:
- A 4 year Degree
- An HND or HNC
- A CIOB certificate
- A National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) diploma
CSCS White Card: For Professionally Accredited Persons
To qualify for a CSCS Professionally Qualified Person White Card, you must provide proof of membership in a CSCS-recognised professional organisation, such as the Royal Institution of British Architects, the Chartered Institute of Building, or the Institution of Civil Engineers. The card is valid for 5 years and cannot be renewed; however, you can apply for a new card after it expires to confirm your continued good standing with the professional body.
Frequently Asked Questions:
To obtain either type of CSCS White Card, you must not only meet the eligibility requirements but also pass the mandatory CITB Health, Safety & Environment test for Specialists, Managers, or Professionals. The test lasts 45 minutes and includes 50 multiple-choice questions, many of which focus on knowledge relevant to academics and professionals in the construction industry. If you need to renew your CSCS White Card, passing this test is also required before you can submit your renewal application to CSCS.
Booking your CITB Test for the CSCS White Card is easy. Just visit the CITB test booking page, fill in your personal details, choose a nearby approved test centre, and complete your payment. Your booking confirmation will typically be emailed to you within 24 hours. You can access useful revision materials here.
