CSCS tests in Fife
The CSCS test (also known as the CITB touch screen test) can be sat at our very own CITB approved test centre near Lochgelly in Fife. The CSCS test is an important way for construction workers to show that they can be safe on the job. It’s also a way for them to know that their fellow workers are as safe on the site and won’t put them at risk of injury.
For employers, having workers who’ve passed the CITB test is assurance that their workforce can continue to be safe at work
There are three types of CITB HS&E test:
- Operatives
- Specialists
- Managers and Professional
About the Operatives CITB HS&E tests
The Operatives Health, Safety and Environment test ensures workers have a minimum level of health, safety and environmental awareness before going on site.
About the Specialist CITB HS&E tests
These CITB tests include questions about the five core knowledge areas as well as relevant questions in the chosen specialist areas. The Specialists test can be taken in the following topics:
- supervisory (SUP)
- demolition (DEM)
- plumbing (JIB) (PLUM)
- highway works (HIW)
- specialist work at height (WAH)
- lifts and escalators (LAEE)
- tunnelling (TUNN)
- HVACR – heating and plumbing services (HAPS)
- HVACR – pipefitting and welding (PFW)
- HVACR – ductwork (DUCT)
- HVACR – refrigeration and air conditioning (RAAC)
- HVACE – services and facilities maintenance (SAF)
About the Managers and Professionals CITB HS&E test
This test covers the same five core areas but also includes questions on the following topics:
- Construction (design and management) regulations
- Demolition
- Highway works
Studying for your test
CITB have published a range of study materials for the tests including study books, DVDs, downloads and mobile phone apps. For further information about CITB training materials, contact Camilla Training or visit the CITB website.
Special assistance
You can choose to take your CITB test with the help of a voiceover audio recording in either English or Welsh. If you are sitting the operatives test you can choose from a further 12 languages. You will be provided with headphones so you can hear the test questions and possible answers in your chosen language. The questions and answers displayed on the screen will remain in English.
You can take the operatives test with the help of a video recording of a BSL signer which will play on screen during the test.
Certification
On completion of your CSCS touch screen test you will be given a score report identifying a pass or fail. If you have been unsuccessful the score report will identify areas of weakness to allow further study prior to booking a resit.
CSCS cards
The CITB Health, Safety & Environment test is a pre-requisite for all CSCS cards. CSCS cards can be applied for for the job that you do, based on the qualifications that you have for this job. Please visit the CSCS site where you can use their card finder tool for further information. If you need our help, please get in touch. We can order your CSCS card for you!
If you would like to know more about the CSCS Labourer card visit our information page to find out how we can support you to get your card
Funding
We are an ITA approved centre. Get in touch with us to find out how you can use your £200 ITA grant towards the cost of this course
Further information
Please note that the cost of this test includes CITB’s test fee of £22.50 plus our fee for administering the test.
To book a test or check availability, please give us a call 01592 720033. For further information on the content of the test, please visit the CITB website or contact us.
Suction Vacuum Excavator Training
Aims & Objectives
The suction excavator vacuum excavator course is designed to offer candidates the fundamental knowledge and practical skills which will allow them to safely operate this machine.
Course summary
- Introduction
- Roles and responsibilities of the plant operator
- Current relevant regulations
- Introduction to the machine
- Preparing for work
- Travelling and manoeuvring
- Setting up for work
- Working tasks
- Shutting down
Locations
Training can be carried out at our centre in Fife. If criteria can be met, training can also be delivered at your own site.
Course Duration
Candidates with relevant experience can be tested and we can deliver up to 4 tests (test only) in 1 day.
The training duration is dependent on the number of candidates, and each candidates previous experience. Generally a novice candidate would require 5 days training on the Suction Excavator (based on 3 candidates with little to no experience). However this can be significantly reduced with relevant experience. Please get in touch to discuss how many candidates you have who require this training and their current level of experience so that we can determine how many days are required.
Certification
Our construction plant courses can be delivered with either NPORS or our own in-house accreditation. On successful completion of the course candidates will therefore receive certification per their preference. For further information on these schemes, please click here.
Funding
We are an ITA approved centre. Please get in touch to find out how you can use your £200 ITA grant towards the cost of this course.
Material re-handler Training
Aims & Objectives
The material re-handler training course is designed to offer candidates the fundamental knowledge and practical skills to work operate this machine.
Course summary
- Introduction
- Roles and responsibilities of the plant operator
- Current relevant regulations
- Introduction to the machine
- Preparing for work
- Travelling and manoeuvring
- Setting up for work
- Working tasks
- Shutting down
Locations
Training can be carried out at our centre in Fife, or at your own site where criteria be met. CPCS testing must be carried out at our approved test centre in Fife however NPORS testing can be carried out at your own site providing site specifications can be met.
Course Duration
A 1 day test only can be carried out on candidates with relevant experience
Training duration is dependent on the number of candidates, and each candidates previous experience. Generally a novice candidate would require 5 days training on the material re-handler (based on 3 candidates with little to no experience), however this can be significantly reduced with relevant experience.
Certification
Our construction plant courses can be delivered with either NPORS, CPCS or our own in-house accreditation. On successful completion of the course candidates will therefore receive certification per their preference. For further information on these schemes, please click here.
Funding
CITB have a range of funding options available including Employer Networks, Skills and Training Fund, and CITB Grant funding. Please have a look at our funding page for further information and contact details
We are an ITA approved centre. Please get in touch to find out how you can use your £200 ITA grant towards the cost of this course. Please note that ITA grant funding is currently closed for the 2025 – 2026 session.
For further information, please get in touch
Excavator banksman Training
Aims & Objectives
The excavator banksman training course is designed to provide candidates with the knowledge to be able to efficiently and effectively monitor and control the work and movement of mechanical excavators on a work site in accordance with company procedures.
Course summary
- Introduction
- Relevant legislation
- Equipment to be used
- Method statements, risk assessments and permits to work
- PPE
- Prepare and direct excavations
- Communication signals and emergency procedures
- Safe positioning of an excavation marshall
- Overhead and underground services
- Responsibilities of excavation marshall – banksperson
- Risks of excavating near to underground services and safe digging practices
Locations
Training can be carried out at our centre in Fife, or at your own site where criteria be met. CPCS testing must be carried out at our approved test centre in Fife however NPORS testing can be carried out at your own site providing site specifications can be met.
Course Duration
A 1 day test only can be carried out on candidates with relevant experience
Training duration is dependent on the number of candidates, and each candidates previous experience. Generally a novice candidate would require 10 days training on the 360 Excavator (based on 3 candidates with little to no experience), however this can be significantly reduced with relevant experience
Certification
Our construction plant courses can be delivered with either NPORS, CPCS or our own in-house accreditation. On successful completion of the course candidates will therefore receive certification per their preference. For further information on these schemes, please click here.
Funding
If you are a CITB levy paying company CITB have a range of grant and funding options available to you. Please check out the CITB funding page or for a summary please check out our funding page
We are an ITA approved centre. Please get in touch to find out how you can use your £200 ITA grant towards the cost of this course. Please note that ITA funding is not currently active in 2025/2026.
For further information, please get in touch
Aim of course
Our vehicle banksman training course will provide candidates with an understanding of a safe system of work to be adopted when vehicles are being manoeuvred within the workplace.
To minimise the risk of accidents and ultimately reduce incidents that may cause injury to personnel and damage to property, vehicles and equipment.
Course summary
- Health & Safety regulations
- The causes and costs of accidents
- Internal company procedures regarding manoeuvring
- Roles and responsibilities of the banksman / signaller and drivers
- Risk assessment
- Vehicle familiarisation
- Other considerations, ground conditions, proximity hazards, other vehicles
- Understanding and confirming signs and signals to be used
- PPE
Course duration
1 Day
Course certification
On successful completion of this vehicle banksman training course candidates will be issued with the following certification:
- CTA (Camilla Training Aspects) certificate
Further information
We are an ITA approved centre. Get in touch to find out how you can use your £200 ITA grant towards the cost of this course. Contact us
Pallet Truck Training
Aims & Objectives
The pallet truck training course is designed to offer candidates the fundamental knowledge and practical skills to work operate this machine.
Course summary
- Introduction
- Roles and responsibilities of the plant operator
- Current relevant regulations
- Introduction to the machine
- Preparing for work
- Travelling and manoeuvring
- Setting up for work
- Working tasks
- Shutting down
Locations
Training can be carried out at our centre in Fife, or at your own site where criteria be met. CPCS testing must be carried out at our approved test centre in Fife however NPORS testing can be carried out at your own site providing site specifications can be met.
Course Duration
A 1 day test only can be carried out on candidates with relevant experience
Training duration is dependent on the number of candidates, and each candidates previous experience. Generally a novice candidate would require 2 days training on the pallet truck (based on 3 candidates with little to no experience), however this can be significantly reduced with relevant experience
Certification
Our construction plant courses can be delivered with either NPORS, CPCS or our own in-house accreditation. On successful completion of the course candidates will therefore receive certification per their preference. For further information on these schemes, please click here.
Funding
We are an ITA approved centre. Please get in touch to find out how you can use your £200 ITA grant towards the cost of this course.
For further information please contact us
Crane supervisor Training & Testing
Aims & Objectives
The crane supervisor course will enable the candidate to undertake the duties of a crane supervisor as defined by the appointed person. They will learn how to comply with legislation, regulations, code of practice and industrial requirements.
Course summary
- Legislation, regulations and codes of practice relating to lifting duties
- Safe systems of work including method statements
- Taking personal responsibility
- Different types of cranes and associated terminology
- Understanding crane documentation
- Understanding crane stability, duty charts and safety devices
- Crane appreciation
- Observing British Standard 7121
- Understanding the role of crane supervisor
- Understanding the role of appointed person
- Preparing an area with exclusion zones
Locations
Training can be carried out at our centre in Fife, or at your own site where criteria be met. CPCS testing must be carried out at our approved test centre in Fife however NPORS testing can be carried out at your own site providing site specifications can be met.
Course Duration
A 1 day test only can be carried out on candidates with relevant experience
Training duration is dependent on the number of candidates, and each candidates previous experience. Generally a novice candidate would require 3 days training based on 5 candidates with little to no experience, however this can be significantly reduced with relevant experience
Certification
Our construction plant courses can be delivered with either NPORS, CPCS or our own in-house accreditation. On successful completion of the course candidates will therefore receive certification per their preference. For further information on these schemes, please click here.
Funding
We are an ITA approved centre. Please get in touch to find out how you can use your £200 ITA grant towards the cost of this course.
For further information please contact us
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Plant Loader Securer Training & Testing
Aims & Objectives
The plant loader securer course is designed to offer candidates the fundamental knowledge and practical skills to safely load plant.
Course summary
- Introduction
- Industry dangers, responsibilities
- Manufacturer’s handbooks and relevant legislation
- Different types of transport, purposes, components etc
- Pre-operational checks
- Safety checks at loading / unloading area
- Transporter set up for loading / unloading
- Hazards in work area
- Communication
- Arrange and secure plant
- End of shift procedures
Locations
Training can be carried out at our centre in Fife, or at your own site where criteria be met. CPCS testing must be carried out at our approved test centre in Fife however NPORS testing can be carried out at your own site providing site specifications can be met.
Course Duration
A 1 day ‘test only’ can be carried out on candidates with relevant experience.
Training duration is dependent on the number of candidates, and each candidates previous experience. Generally a novice candidate would require 2 days training (this is based on 3 candidates with little or no experience) however this could be reduced with relevant experience.
Certification
Our construction plant courses can be delivered with either NPORS, CPCS or our own in-house accreditation. On successful completion of the course candidates will therefore receive certification per their preference. For further information on these schemes, please click here.
360 Excavator Below 10 Tonnes Training (mini digger training)
Aims & Objectives
The mini digger course is designed to offer candidates the fundamental knowledge and practical skills to work operate this machine.
Course summary
- Introduction
- Roles and responsibilities of the plant operator
- Current relevant regulations
- Introduction to the machine
- Preparing for work
- Travelling and manoeuvring
- Setting up for work
- Working tasks
- Shutting down
Locations
Training can be carried out at our centre in Fife, or at your own site where criteria be met. CPCS testing must be carried out at our approved test centre in Fife however NPORS testing can be carried out at your own site providing site specifications can be met.
Course Duration
A 1 day test only can be carried out on candidates with relevant experience
Training duration is dependent on the number of candidates, and each candidates previous experience. Generally a novice candidate would require 10 days training on the 360 Excavator (based on 3 candidates with little to no experience), however this can be significantly reduced with relevant experience
Certification
Our construction plant courses can be delivered with either NPORS, CPCS or our own in-house accreditation. On successful completion of the course candidates will therefore receive certification per their preference. For further information on these schemes, please click here.
Funding
We are an ITA approved centre. Please get in touch to find out how you can use your £200 ITA grant towards the cost of this course.
If your company is a CITB Levy payer then you can claim grant funding for this course. Alternatively you may be eligible for funding from CITB as below:
Small, micro and medium CITB registered employers can apply for funding to deliver training to their team once every 12 months
Employer Networks are an initiative set up and funded by CITB, run by local network groups. It aims to simplify the way you get the support and funding you need to access the training you want.
For further information on CITB funding please get in touch and we’ll point you in the right direction!
Aims & objectives
The lorry loader hiab course is designed to offer candidates the fundamental knowledge and practical skills to work operate this machine.
Course summary
- Introduction
- Roles and responsibilities of the plant operator
- Current relevant regulations
- Introduction to the machine
- Preparing for work
- Travelling and manoeuvring
- Setting up for work
- Working tasks
- Shutting down
Location
Training can be carried out at our centre in Fife, or at your own site where criteria be met. CPCS testing must be carried out at our approved test centre in Fife however NPORS testing can be carried out at your own site providing site specifications can be met.
Course duration
A 1 day ‘test only’ can be carried out on candidates with relevant experience
Training duration is dependent on the number of candidates, and each candidates previous experience. Generally a novice candidate would require 3 days (based on 2 candidates with little or no experience), however this can be significantly reduced with relevant experience.
Certification
Our construction plant courses can be delivered with either NPORS, CPCS or our own in-house accreditation. On successful completion of the course candidates will therefore receive certification per their preference. For further information on these schemes, please click here.