Book CITB Test (HS&E) – Complete Booking Support
What is the CITB HS&E Test?
The CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) Test is a safety knowledge exam required before you can apply for a CSCS Card in the United Kingdom construction industry.
Let us define the terms clearly:
CITB = Construction Industry Training Board
This organisation manages safety training standards for construction workers in the UK.
HS&E Test = Health, Safety and Environment Test
This is a computer-based test that checks if you understand how to work safely on a building site.
Without passing this test, most construction sites will not allow you to work.
So in simple words:
The CITB test proves to employers that you understand how to stay safe, protect others, and follow site rules.
Why You Must Book CITB Test Before Apply CSCS Card
The CSCS card is not the first step.
The real first step is passing the CITB HS&E test. Here is the correct order:
Book CITB Test
Pass the HS&E exam
Apply for CSCS Card
Start working on construction sites
Many applicants make a mistake and try to apply for the CSCS card first. This always fails because the CSCS system automatically checks your CITB result.
Who Needs the CITB HS&E Test?
You need to book CITB test if you want to work as:
• Labourer
• Skilled worker (bricklayer, carpenter, plumber, electrician)
• Supervisor
• Site manager
• Trainee or apprentice
Almost every construction job in the UK requires this safety qualification.
Types of CITB Tests
Not everyone takes the same exam. The test type depends on your job role.
1. Operatives Test (Most Common)
For labourers and general site workers.
Required for Green CSCS Labourer Card.
2. Specialist Test
For skilled trades such as plastering, plumbing, roofing, tiling etc.
3. Supervisors Test
Required for Gold Supervisor CSCS card.
4. Managers & Professionals Test
Required for Black Manager CSCS card.
If you book the wrong test, you cannot apply for your card later.
Our team checks this before booking to avoid rejection.
How the CITB Test Works
The test is taken on a computer at an official CITB approved centre.
Test details:
• 50 multiple choice questions
• Time allowed: 45 minutes
• Pass mark: usually 45 correct answers (may vary slightly)
The questions are based on:
• Site safety rules
• PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
• Working at height
• Manual handling
• Fire safety
• Hazard awareness
You receive your result immediately after finishing.
What Happens After You Pass?
After passing, your result is recorded in the national CITB database.
This result is valid for 2 years.
During these 2 years you must apply for your CSCS card.
UKCS Consulting Services will guide you through the next step so you do not choose the wrong card.
Why Book CITB Test with UK Construction Support?
UK Construction Support helps applicants who:
• Do not understand the process
• Book the wrong test
• Fail CSCS card applications
• Need step-by-step guidance
We are not just a booking form.
We provide guided booking support so you complete the process correctly the first time.
What We Do
1. Correct Test Selection
We confirm your job role and choose the correct HS&E test type.
2. Approved Test Centre Near You
We locate your nearest official CITB testing centre.
3. Fast Booking Confirmation
You receive booking confirmation by email and SMS.
4. Preparation Guidance
We explain what to study and how to pass.
5. Next Step Support
After passing, we help with your CSCS card application.
Our Booking Process (Step-by-Step)
You complete the booking form on this page
Our team reviews your job role
We select the correct CITB test type
We book your nearest test centre
You receive confirmation and test instructions
You attend the test and get your result
We assist with your CSCS card application
This prevents the most common problem:
People paying multiple times because they booked incorrectly.
Important Things You Must Bring to the Test
On the test day you must carry:
• Valid Photo ID (Passport OR UK Driving Licence)
If you forget ID → the test centre will refuse entry and you lose your booking fee.
About the Service
The booking support on this page is provided by:
UKCS Consulting Services
(trading as UK Construction Support)
We assist construction workers and new entrants by helping them correctly complete the CSCS process, starting from booking the CITB test to applying for the CSCS card.
Book CITB Test Now
Complete the form below and our team will arrange your CITB HS&E test booking and send your confirmation details.
After booking, you will receive:
• Test centre address
• Test date and time
• Preparation guidance
• Next step instructions
Your journey into the UK construction industry starts here.
Frequently asked questions
You can book CITB test online using our booking form. After submitting the form, our team arranges the test at your nearest approved centre and sends confirmation details.
Yes. Passing the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test is mandatory before applying for most CSCS cards.
The official CITB test fee is set by CITB. Service providers may charge an additional administration or support fee.
The result is valid for 2 years. You must apply for the CSCS card within this period.
You can retake the test. However, you must wait before rebooking and pay the test fee again.
No. The CITB HS&E test must be taken in person at an approved test centre.
You must bring a valid passport or UK driving licence with photo identification.
The test lasts 45 minutes and contains 50 multiple-choice questions.
It depends on your job role. Labourers take the Operatives test, while supervisors and managers take different versions.
After passing, you can apply for the appropriate CSCS card. Our team can assist you with the correct application.
Yes. In most cases, you must pass the CITB Health, Safety & Environment test before applying for a CSCS card.
You will receive your booking confirmation and test details by email and SMS after submitting the form.
