CSCS Card

[simonb43]

As the domestic side of work is erratic, I am looking at getting a CSCS card to work on sites, which appears to be increasing.
However, getting the right card seems to be confusing. Having looked into it, I believe I can get the Red card, for an experienced worker. Am I correct ?? Obviously, I know I have to complete the H & S test, which I can organise.
Please let me know if right in what I'm saying, also feel free to call me stupid, if I'm making something easy sound difficult.

 

[Martyn Leeds]

Why not ask your question to the actual people that issue the cards? I'd quess that they will no doubt be able to give you the correct answer for you and your circumstances?? instead of opinion and heresay

Here's a link
Contact Us | CSCS - Construction Skills Certification Scheme | Official Site

 

[Ash-wolves]

All sites in the west midlands vales, keepmoats, bullocks ect all specify "a trade specific" qualification (a blue card with "Nvq floor and wall tiler" written on the back) some will let you on site most wont all depends on their company policy

 

[Diggy]

I only have the green one, no probs for me.

 

[Ash-wolves]

I only have the green one, no probs for me.

As from the 1st of June 2014, they'll be phased out, 'cos under the old system any old Tom dick & harry could get hold of one and they don't show competence. As I said sites here aren't recognising them.

On another note, you'll need asbestos awerness, public liabily, and your own risk assessments and method statements, not essential but its an advantage

 

[White Room]

As from the 1st of June 2014, they'll be phased out, 'cos under the old system any old Tom dick & harry could get hold of one and they don't show competence. As I said sites here aren't recognising them.

On another note, you'll need asbestos awerness, public liabily, and your own risk assessments and method statements, not essential but its an advantage

Is that as a contractor or employee [MENTION=43126]Ash-wolves[/MENTION]

 

[Gazzer]

Only as a contractor.

 

[White Room]

There making it hard work nowadays....

 

[Gazzer]

Yep, NVQ2, CSCS, Asbestos Awareness etc just to get in site......then forget NVQ2 just get them fixed as fast as you can, never mind the faulty power cables and rubbish lying around the site ....just get it done !

 

[Eclipse Tiling]

Sir Ramic

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[Gazzer]

Sir Ramic

i tried to PM you but got a message your in box was full

Try now

 

[Eclipse Tiling]

Try now

Still no dice, give me a bell tomorrow, on the number quoted and I can fill you in

 

[Ash-wolves]

Youve got to be quick to make it pay, cos the £perm2 isent great, and theres often with no power or clean running water not great but it puts the bread on the table I supposed

 

[The D]

http://www.cscs.uk.com/cscs-cardshve a look on this site. i just booked my test done it today and my gold card is in the post

 

[The D]

CSCS - Construction Skills Certification Scheme - OFFICIAL WEBSITE go from this page and it will tell you what card you can have or what qual you need to get the one you want

 

[Ash-wolves]

Kudos!

 

[Diggy]

As I suspected , time served - like myself and many others - have to do an EWPA ( Experienced Worker Practical Assessment ) to get hold of the Blue/Gold card. This seems to cost upwards of £700 - £800 for 1-2 days assessment , would appear to be a bit an industry if I'm honest. One has to provide a portfolio , refs , do an interview , to determine your level of skill .

May come a day when I have to do it , until such times as my green one runs out I'll not bother.

Diggy

 

[Diggy]

LOL! Was just quoted £1500!

Diggy

 

[simonb43]

After passing the H & S test, you can apply for the Red card, for experienced worker. Card only valid for a year, then you need to gain NVQ2 to apply for next card. Cost of being assesed for NVQ2 is at least £1000 !!!!

 

[The D]

If you have no qualifications the gov will fund 1 level 2 corse and if you are on means tested benefits the cost will be less or free you may be surprised at what you can get.
The way I see it is all trades have to have one if they want to work on site some have to have a lot more and pay a lot more so you can take it or leave it but it's not going away. And the testing is only going to get stricter and the qualifications harder to obtain so I would do it sooner rather than later and I have ;0)

 

[Eclipse Tiling]

If you have no qualifications the gov will fund 1 level 2 corse and if you are on means tested benefits the cost will be less or free you may be surprised at what you can get.
The way I see it is all trades have to have one if they want to work on site some have to have a lot more and pay a lot more so you can take it or leave it but it's not going away. And the testing is only going to get stricter and the qualifications harder to obtain so I would do it sooner rather than later and I have ;0)

Sooner rather than later is great advice.

We currently have a tiler who finished an apprenticeship in 1983, but cant get his card as he hasnt got copies of his indentures! He has City and guilds certs but no proof of finishing the apprenticeship.

As mentioned above its only going to get more difficult to obtailn.

The colour of the card isnt that important, as long as you have one you will be allowed on site.

 

[Diggy]

Well just spoke to a guy at the TTA and apparently if you join them , you get the course money back in the form of a grant! He told me BAL do the NVQ test which he actually designed. This seems to be the route to go .

Cheers Diggy

 

[Eclipse Tiling]

Well just spoke to a guy at the TTA and apparently if you join them , you get the course money back in the form of a grant! He told me BAL do the NVQ test which he actually designed. This seems to be the route to go .

Cheers Diggy

Sounds ideal Diggy

I noticed your in Gloucestershire, I'm down there myself thisafternoon for a leisure centre. Dont fancy working on it do you? :smilewinkgrin:

 

[Diggy]

Sorry eclipse , tied up in Bristol until may, then starting a big housing site in Gloucester there after. Thanks for the offer though!

Diggy.

 

[Diggy]

Sorry Graham wasn't being rude , didn't see your actual name on my dopey smartphone thing.

Diggy