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The CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test checks that you understand the risks on a UK construction site. Almost every CSCS card needs a pass from the last 2 years, and so do CPCS and NPORS cards with the CSCS logo.
There are three versions of the test. Each has 50 multiple-choice questions in 45 minutes. This guide explains which version you need, the pass marks and how to prepare.
Book the version that matches the card you are applying for.
| Test | Who it’s for | Pass mark | Leads to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operatives | Labourers, trades and plant operators | 45 out of 50 | Green, Red, Blue and many Gold cards |
| Specialist | Supervisors and specialist trades such as demolition, plumbing, highway works or work at height | 45 out of 50 | Gold Supervisor and specialist cards |
| Managers and Professionals | Site managers and construction professionals | 46 out of 50 | Black Manager and White AQP and PQP cards |
Not sure which card you need? See which CSCS card you need.
Choose your test version, or pick a test centre near you.
Want to practise first? Try the free Coteca CITB mock tests.
Practise under time pressure. 45 minutes for 50 questions sounds generous, but timed mock tests help you avoid rushing the last few.
Through Coteca, booking the CITB HS&E test costs £47. That includes the £23.50 CITB test fee, free study material and booking at a centre that suits you.
If you also need a CSCS card, Coteca books that for £66, so the test and card together come to £113. Book through the Coteca CITB test page.
We'll book the right version at a test centre near you, send free study material and help with your card when you pass.
Book your CITB testCall 0208 099 4324All three versions have 50 multiple-choice questions, and you have 45 minutes to answer them.
You need 45 out of 50 for the Operatives and Specialist tests, and 46 out of 50 for the Managers and Professionals test.
Through Coteca, the booking costs £47, including the £23.50 CITB test fee and free study material.
For a card application, your pass needs to be from the last 2 years.
Most labourers, trades and plant operators need the Operatives test. Supervisors and some trades need a Specialist test, and managers need the Managers and Professionals test.
Yes. Coteca sends free study material with every booking, and you can take free mock tests on the Coteca test revision site.
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