Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS Touchscreen Tests) Course
Key Features
Of this Construction Skills Certificat Course:
- Covers all core CITB Health, Safety and Environment test categories required for CSCS card applications
- Includes practice questions on high-risk activities, environmental issues and specialist trade knowledge
- Focuses on real site scenarios such as excavation, working at height and confined spaces
- Prepares delegates for the exact format and question style used in official touchscreen test centres
- Emphasises practical application of health and safety legislation on active construction sites
Course Date Availability
Construction Skills Certificat training at the following 1 centres. Prices from £60 per person :
| Training Centres | Next Available Dates |
|---|---|
| Teeside | 30th Jun 20268th Jul 2026 |
Course Information
Overview:
The CSCS Touchscreen Test preparation course delivers comprehensive training for the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test that underpins every CSCS card application. Delegates work through the full range of question types and topic areas that appear in the official test, building the knowledge needed to demonstrate competence in construction health and safety. The programme uses current UK industry standards and real site examples so participants understand both the test content and how the principles apply during daily site operations.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
- General labourers and operatives applying for a CSCS card
- Skilled tradespeople such as carpenters, bricklayers and electricians
- Site supervisors and managers requiring the appropriate CSCS card level
- Plant operators and vehicle drivers working on construction sites
- New entrants to the construction industry seeking their first CSCS card
What You Will Learn
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Legal duties under the Health and Safety at Work Act and CDM Regulations
- Safe working practices for excavation, working at height and lifting operations
- Fire prevention, emergency procedures and first-aid responsibilities on site
- Environmental protection measures including waste management and pollution control
- Hazard identification, risk assessment and method statement interpretation
- Specialist knowledge for high-risk activities and trade-specific questions
Course Agenda
Overview:
The course runs over one day in a classroom or training centre environment and combines guided study of the test syllabus with timed practice sessions on touchscreen equipment. Delegates receive individual feedback on performance across each test category.
Key Modules Covered
What you will learn:
- Core knowledge: general responsibilities, PPE, welfare facilities and site induction
- High-risk activities: working at height, excavation, confined spaces and demolition
- Specialist trade questions tailored to common construction occupations
- Environmental awareness: waste disposal, energy efficiency and pollution prevention
- Full mock test under timed conditions with category-by-category review
Private Courses On-site
Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS Touchscreen Tests) training is also available as a dedicated course, at your premises, and on a date and time of your choosing. Advantages of group / private course is the convenience of candidates being in familiar surroundings and not having to travel, the lowest price, and the ability to have the course tailored to your own application.
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Accreditation & Next Steps
What you will achieve as a result:
Delegates who pass the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test receive an official pass certificate that is valid for two years. This certificate is submitted with a CSCS card application to obtain the appropriate card for the delegate's role and experience level.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most commonly asked Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS Touchscreen Tests) questions:
The official test takes 45 minutes. Preparation courses include timed practice sessions that mirror this duration so delegates become comfortable with the pace.
Questions cover general responsibilities, high-risk activities, environment, specialist trade knowledge and health and safety legislation relevant to UK construction sites.
No formal prior qualifications are required, although delegates should have a basic understanding of construction site operations and be able to read and understand English.
Delegates can retake the test after a short period. The course provides detailed feedback on weaker areas to help focus further study before reattempting.
CSCS cards are normally valid for five years. The touchscreen test pass certificate itself remains valid for two years from the date of passing.
Delegates must bring valid photographic identification such as a passport or driving licence. Some centres also require the booking reference number.
All applicants take the same core test, but higher-level cards such as supervisory or manager cards require additional specialist questions on leadership and planning.
The test must be retaken whenever a new CSCS card is applied for if the previous pass certificate has expired or if the card level changes.
The official test must be completed at an approved CITB test centre using their secure touchscreen system. Remote or home testing is not permitted.
The test content directly relates to daily tasks such as selecting correct PPE, following method statements, reporting hazards and managing environmental controls on active construction projects.
The test includes a core section taken by everyone plus optional specialist questions that match common construction occupations such as plant operation or roofing.
Delegates need to achieve the required score across all categories. The course includes full mock tests with scoring so participants can gauge readiness before the official sitting.
Prices per person typically start at £60. Discounts available for multi person or group bookings (depending upon location)
More Information
The training equips participants with the precise knowledge required to pass the touchscreen test while reinforcing safe working practices that protect individuals and teams on site.
Last updated: Jun 2026 • Part of XYZ Training Group