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CITB - Health, Safety, & Environment Test (CSCS)
Course Description
The CITB Health, Safety, and Environment (HS&E) test validates that individuals have the necessary skills and knowledge to work safely. For employers, having employees who have successfully passed this test provides confidence that their workforce can maintain a safe environment for themselves and others.Various tests are available tailored to specific trades and positions. We currently offer the following tests:
- Operative
- Supervisory (SUP)
- Manager and Professional
- Demolition (DEM)
- Plumbing (JIB) (PLUM)
- Highway Works (HIW)
- Specialist Work at Height (WAH)
- Lifts and Escalators (LAEE)
- Tunnelling (TUNN)
- HVACR - Heating and Plumbing Services (HAPS)
- HVACR - Pipefitting and Welding (PFW)
- HVACR - Ductwork (DUCT)
- HVACR - Refrigerations and Air Conditioning (RAAC)
- Services and Facilities Maintenance (SAF)
The total course of this test comes to £50. This is made up of the £23.50 test fee and a £26.50 registration fee.
Course Aims
The CITB HS&E test provides workers with vital health, safety, and environmental awareness needed before going to work on a site.
Completing this test and obtaining the Construction Skills Certificate Scheme (CSCS) Card demonstrates that delegates have successfully completed the relevant assessment for their specific trade and position.
Who Should Attend?
All construction workers should hold the relevant CSCS card to access a construction site, therefore, construction workers should attend and take the relevant HS&E test.
FAQs
How is the course delivered?
The test is conducted at our CITB-approved centre in East Kilbride. The test is computer-based, consisting of 50 questions. To pass, candidates must correctly answer at least 45 out of the 50 questions.
How long will the course last?
The test takes 45 minutes to complete, consisting of 50 questions. You must arrive a minimum of 30 minutes before your scheduled exam, to ensure ample time for our team to check you in, verify your identification, and provide any necessary instructions.
We run our HS&E tests in both morning (10:30am) or afternoon (2:30pm) slots.
What are the course pre-requisites?
There are no pre-requisites for this course.
How can I prepare for the HS&E test?
You can find further information on the CITB preparing for the test page.
What PPE is required?
No PPE is required, however, you must bring a valid form of photographic ID that is in date.
If you do not bring a valid form of photographic ID, you will not be permitted to take the CITB CSCS test.
Click here for a full list of approved forms of ID.
What certificates will be achieved?
On completion of the test, candidates will be given their results, indicating a pass or fail.
Candidates can use this to apply for their CSCS card. To apply for your card, visit the CSCS website.
There is no expiry date for your HS&E test, however, when applying for a new or renewing a skills card, your HS&E test usually needs to have been taken within the last 2 years.
| Course Name | Start Date | Course Location | Duration | Time | Places Left | Delegate Price | Book | Quantity |
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CITB - Health, Safety, & Environment Test (CSCS) | 28/10/2026 | East Kilbride - Learning & Development Centre | 1 Day | 14:30 - 15:15 | 2 | £23.50 | ||
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CITB - Health, Safety, & Environment Test (CSCS) | 04/11/2026 | East Kilbride - Learning & Development Centre | 1 Day | 10:30 - 11:15 | 5 | £23.50 | ||
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CITB - Health, Safety, & Environment Test (CSCS) | 19/11/2026 | East Kilbride - Learning & Development Centre | 1 Day | 14:30 - 15:15 | 7 | £23.50 | ||
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CITB - Health, Safety, & Environment Test (CSCS) | 09/12/2026 | East Kilbride - Learning & Development Centre | 1 Day | 10:30 - 11:15 | 7 | £23.50 | ||
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CITB - Health, Safety, & Environment Test (CSCS) | 06/01/2027 | East Kilbride - Learning & Development Centre | 45 minutes | 10:30 - 11:15 | 7 | £23.50 | ||
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CITB - Health, Safety, & Environment Test (CSCS) | 20/01/2027 | East Kilbride - Learning & Development Centre | 45 minutes | 14:30 - 15:15 | 7 | £23.50 | ||
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CITB - Health, Safety, & Environment Test (CSCS) | 03/02/2027 | East Kilbride - Learning & Development Centre | 45 minutes | 10:30 - 11:15 | 7 | £23.50 | ||
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CITB - Health, Safety, & Environment Test (CSCS) | 17/02/2027 | East Kilbride - Learning & Development Centre | 45 minutes | 14:30 - 15:15 | 7 | £23.50 | ||
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CITB - Health, Safety, & Environment Test (CSCS) | 10/03/2027 | East Kilbride - Learning & Development Centre | 45 minutes | 10:30 - 11:15 | 7 | £23.50 | ||
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CITB - Health, Safety, & Environment Test (CSCS) | 24/03/2027 | East Kilbride - Learning & Development Centre | 45 minutes | 14:30 - 15:15 | 7 | £23.50 |
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