Health, Safety and Environment Test for Operatives

The CITB (Construction Industry Training Board) test for Operatives, also known as the Operations test, is important to help raise construction industry standards and to keep workers safe across the industry.

Workers in the construction industry take on the risk of accidents occurring frequently. Sadly, some accidents result in injury and even loss of life. Accidents also incur substantial financial expense and result in negative publicity for the construction company. It is therefore essential for all workers and the people around them to be safe and feel safe.

The CITB Operatives test ensures the knowledge and skill of operatives is to construction industry standard as well as helping to improve site productivity.

What does the CITB Operatives test involve?

This is a 45 minute touch-screen skill-based test consisting of 50 questions.

Ensuring all workers meet a minimum level of health, safety and environmental awareness when entering a construction site the test will help you learn to demonstrate knowledge across key areas such as:

  • Legal and management.
  • Health and welfare.
  • General safety.
  • High risk activities.
  • Environment.

Which CSCS card will I receive if I pass the CITB Operatives test?

Successful candidates receive a score report and then, depending on whether the candidate already holds qualifications for a specific trade and, if so, which qualifications they hold, they may receive a CSCS green, blue or gold card.

Who is required to take the CITB Operatives test?

Almost all construction site workers should take this test depending on their existing qualifications.

Strict environmental regulations on construction sites means that ALL workers need to be fully aware of and able to adhere to the operatives guidelines during their day-to-day work.

Apply for CITB Operatives test

Construction Guidance is available to help you with any questions you may have and can provide you with the appropriate revision material to practice for your test. Our aim is to ensure you feel confident on the day and equipped with the knowledge you need to have the very best chance of passing the test.

For advice and further information about the test please call us on 0208 0505165.