Construction Training
CSCS Green Card — Level 1 Health & Safety in a Construction Environment
The entry-level card that lets you work as a labourer on most UK construction sites. Covers the Level 1 Award in Health & Safety and prepares you for the CITB HS&E operatives test.
1 Day
Classroom-based with multiple-choice assessment
Labourers
Who this course is for
- Anyone starting out in the construction industry
- Workers required to hold a CSCS Green Labourer Card
- Employers inducting new site staff
Entry requirements
- 18 years or over
- Photo ID (passport or driving licence)
- Reasonable spoken and written English
What you will learn
- Health and safety law relevant to construction
- Risk assessments and safe systems of work
- Manual handling and working at height basics
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Site hazards, signage and safe behaviour
- Preparation for the CITB HS&E operatives test
Certification & outcome
Successful learners receive a Level 1 Award in Health & Safety in a Construction Environment, which is the qualification required to apply for the CSCS Green Labourer Card once you pass the CITB HS&E test.
Frequently asked questions
Do I still need the CITB HS&E test?
Yes — the Level 1 qualification and the CITB test are separate. You must pass both to apply for the CSCS Green Card.
How long is the card valid?
The CSCS Green Labourer Card is currently issued for 5 years.
Ready to enquire about CSCS Green Card?
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