Remote online construction training & NVQ qualification routes • UK-wide
CSCS Green Labourer Card route

Level 1 Health & Safety Awareness

Study online at your own pace for the ProQual Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment.

Course price£99 £118.80 incl. VAT
DeliverySelf-paced online
Suitable forConstruction labourers

Build the knowledge to work safely

Learn to recognise common construction hazards, understand your responsibilities and follow safe systems of work. Study at your own pace, with course materials included and assessment arrangements confirmed at enrolment.

Your route to a Green Labourer Card

  1. Successfully complete the accepted Level 1 Award.
  2. Pass the separate CITB Health, Safety and Environment Operatives test.
  3. Apply to CSCS with your certificate and test details and pay the card application fee.

The Green Labourer Card is for labouring roles. It does not certify competence in a skilled trade or guarantee employment. Check the official CSCS requirements.

What you will study

  • Your responsibilities and the safety of others
  • Construction hazards, risk assessment and control measures
  • Legal duties and safe working practices
  • Working at height and safe access
  • Manual handling
  • Fire prevention and emergency arrangements
  • Work equipment and electrical safety
  • Occupational health, dust, noise and hazardous substances

Study and assessment

Online study has no fixed classroom timetable. After booking, we confirm course access and assessment arrangements for the ProQual Level 1 Award. The separate CITB touch-screen test is not included in this course.

Practise with three interactive Health & Safety Awareness papers, with instant marking, correct answers and explanations.

Book the separate CITB Operatives test

The test lasts 45 minutes and contains 50 questions. The pass mark is 45 out of 50 (90%). Book through the official CITB service or call 0344 994 4488: Monday–Friday, 8 am–8 pm; Saturday, 8 am–12 pm, excluding bank holidays.

Official CITB test booking

Separate costs

The direct CITB test fee is £23.50 and the standard CSCS card application fee is £36: £59.50 combined, excluding training. Including this £118.80 course, the indicative total is £178.30. Check official fees when booking; third-party agents may add charges.

Card processing and delivery

CSCS reviews your application and supporting evidence. Once approved, physical cards should arrive within five working days. Your digital card can be accessed through the My CSCS app after approval. Application processing time can vary.

Read our full Green Labourer Card guide →

FAQs

Your questions answered

Is this a recognised qualification?

This product leads to the ProQual Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment. ProQual is the awarding body. Certificate and assessment arrangements are confirmed before enrolment. It is distinct from IOSH self-paced awareness e-learning.

Do I need an existing CSCS card?

No existing CSCS card is required to start this introductory course. Check the provider’s enrolment, identification and assessment requirements before booking.

What are the course hours?

Study online at your own pace. There is no fixed 10 am–4 pm classroom timetable. We confirm access arrangements and any assessment appointments with your booking.

Can I study before the assessment?

Yes. Try our four independent interactive practice papers and review the answers and explanations. These support learning and do not award a qualification.

What does the assessment involve?

An end-of-course assessment is required. We confirm the precise format and pass requirements for the selected regulated award before enrolment. Results and certificates are normally arranged within 10 working days after successful assessment, subject to awarding-body processing.

What if I need a retake?

A course assessment retake is offered without an additional course retake charge under the provider’s arrangements. Confirm the permitted attempts and conditions before enrolment. This does not include a free retake of the separate CITB HS&E test.

Who supports the course?

Qualified health and safety professionals support the training and assessment. The course includes learning materials covering construction hazards, responsibilities and practical safety controls.

Does my certificate expire after three years?

The regulated Level 1 Award has lifetime validity for the CSCS Labourer card route. Some alternative awareness certificates have different validity periods. Your CSCS card itself expires and must be renewed under the current CSCS rules.

Does £99 (£118.80 including VAT) include the CITB test and CSCS card?

No. The course is £99 (£118.80 including VAT). The separately booked CITB test and CSCS card application have their own fees.

How long is the first Green Labourer Card valid?

The first Labourer card is valid for two years. People who remain in labouring roles may renew for five years with the required evidence and current scheme requirements.

Free independent revision

Prepare with SiteRevision before your assessment.

Use original practice questions, explanations and course-specific revision guidance on SiteRevision, then return to SiteCourses when you are ready to book.