Renewing a CSCS card can be tedious, especially if you unaware of when is the right time to renew and what documentation needed to smoothly renew your CSCS card. Whether you live in London or not, renewing a gold CSCS card can be done easily in a few simple steps, which this article will discuss. What is a gold CSCS card? Gold CSCS Card The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) was put in place to ensure construction workers are fully qualified to perform tasks on-site, while being aware of safety regulations. The gold CSCS card is a card that is specialised for construction professionals who want to be a skilled worker or get into site supervisory. There are 2 gold CSCS cards - the gold CSCS advanced worker card and the gold CSCS supervisory card. In order to gain either gold CSCS cards, applicants must achieve a level 3 NVQ or construction related qualification of the same level. How do I renew my gold CSCS card? Before renewing your gold CSCS card , you must have a pa...

The Importance of a Gold CSCS Card Holding a CSCS card in the construction industry is one of the few ways in which you can get access on-site and is arguably the most important piece of information to hold when entering a construction site. In regard to site supervisory, one of the most important roles on any construction project, owning a gold CSCS card is essential. This article will discuss what is a gold CSCS card and the importance they have. Gold CSCS Card What is a Gold CSCS card? Under CSCS, the Constructions Skills Certification Scheme, construction professionals are required to own a CSCS card to work on-site as it is proof that you are aware of relevant health and safety regulations. Gold CSCS cards are seen as a level above the blue skilled worker card, specialised for workers who have advanced knowledge in a specific discipline and those who wish to pursue a supervisory role. What are the different types of Gold CSCS cards? The gold CSCS card comes in 2 variations...

With CSCS being the only universal standard of proof for construction site competency, gaining a CSCS card is an essential part of your construction career. This blog will specifically layout the process to gain a gold CSCS card, including the qualifications and tests needed to qualify. CSCS Gold Card Pass CITB test The first step in successfully gaining gold CSCS card is to pass a CITB Health, Safety & Environment test. This test, governed by the Construction Industry Training Board, shows that you are aware of the health and safety regulations needed to work on a construction site. They come in the form of three types: CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test for Operatives CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test for Specialists CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test for Managers & Professionals (MAP test) In order to pass, you must achieve a score of at least45 out of the 50 questions within the 45 minute time frame. Those taking a MAP test require a minimu...