Can I get a CSCS card with Smsts?

Unfortunately, successfully completing your SMSTS doesn’t qualify you for a Black CSCS Card. You need the Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Management. Your SSSTS and SMSTS can be used toward your NVQ.

Is there a card for Smsts?

Successful candidates will receive the CITB SMSTS certificate, which is issued on completion. This is valid for 5 years. Please note that there is no physical ‘SMSTS Card’, however, you can list your SMSTS certificate qualification when applying for a CSCS card.

How can I get a free CSCS card?

If you’re aged over 16 and not in work or education, we can help you get the CSCS card you need to get on site. This fully-funded, accredited programme is delivered online and does not involve the remote webcam exam invigilation required by other course providers.

What is the difference between Smsts and CSCS?

What is an SMSTS Certificate? Separate from the CSCS card is the SMSTS certificate. It’s aimed at site managers, supervisors and agents and develops skills to implement health and safety, welfare and environmental practices in line with current legislation.

Is Smsts a good qualification?

The SMSTS is a recognised and beneficial certificate. It’s a must for those construction companies out there who are finding it difficult to meet the ever increasing demand for health and safety compliance. The certificate is increasingly becoming the yardstick by which the construction industry is measured.

Do you need CSCS If you have Smsts?

CSCS no longer accept SSSTS, SMSTS and NEBOSH General as a qualification to get any CSCS card.

How much is a CSCS test 2020?

The standard fee for a CSCS card is £36 and the Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test costs £21.

Can I do the CSCS test online?

Booking a CSCS test is straightforward and can be done online or by telephone. You should be able to get an appointment for your test at the CSCS test centre of your choice within two weeks. When booking, you will be offered a test date and time immediately.

Is Sssts better than Smsts?

SMSTS and SSSTS are similar courses but the SMSTS course goes into much deeper detail as it is designed for managers to be able to implement safety systems within the workplace; whereas the SSSTS is designed to give supervisors the skills needed to ensure compliance with these systems.

How much is a CSCS test 2021?

No matter what CSCS card you are applying for there is a flat-rate cost of £36. In addition to this cost, you will also need to pay for the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test (commonly known as the CSCS Test) which is a requirement for all of the CSCS cards. This test costs £21.

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What can I do with CSCS card apart from smsts?

Separate from the CSCS card is the SMSTS certificate. It’s aimed at site managers, supervisors and agents and develops skills to implement health and safety, welfare and environmental practices in line with current legislation. This is a CITB accredited course that is approved by BuildUK and accepted by most construction businesses across the UK.

How long is the smsts course in Glasgow?

It is widely recognised both in the UK and abroad as the leading Health & Safety Qualification for Managers, Supervisors, Foremen, Project Managers, Site Engineers, Architects and all those that lead a team within construction – Subcontractors included. The SMSTS Course is a 5 day training programme conducted in the classroom.

Where is the CSCs test centre in Glasgow?

If you’re planning to travel to the Glasgow CSCS Test Centre by car, from the direction of the City Centre, the Pentagon Centre on Washington Street is located off the Broomielaw just before the Kingston Bridge Underpass. There isn’t any parking available at the Pentagon Centre itself although there are several car parks situated close by.

Do you need a CSCS card to work in the UK?

If you want to work on many construction sites in the UK nowadays you will need a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card. These come in various types depending on what area you work in and your level of qualification or expertise.