What Exam Do I Need?
The correct CITB Health, Safety & Environment test depends on your role, occupation and CSCS card route. Use this guide to choose the most likely test before booking.
Most common route
In most cases, candidates need the Operatives test
The Operatives test is designed for a wide range of common site roles. It is the usual starting point for many labourer and trade routes, although the correct test always depends on your own role, qualification and card requirements.
Select Operatives TestCommon site roles
- Labourers
- Bricklayers
- Carpenters
- Painters & Decorators
- Groundworkers
- Other common construction trades
Common CSCS card routes
The Operatives test is suitable for many common card routes, including:
- Green CSCS Card
- Blue CSCS Card
- Gold CSCS Card
- Yellow CSCS Card
- Red CSCS Card
Alternative tests
Some roles need a different CITB HS&E test
If your occupation is supervisory, managerial or specialist, your card route may ask for a different test. Choose the option that matches the role or card guidance you have been given.
Managers or Professionals
Managers & Professionals Test
For management, professional and many academically or professionally qualified card routes.
Select this testSupervisors
Supervisor Test
For supervisory roles where the card route or occupation requires supervisor-level HS&E knowledge.
Select this testPlumbers / Gas
Plumbing/Gas Test
For plumbing, gas and related specialist occupations when that route is required.
Select this testDemolition Workers
Demolition Test
For demolition roles where the relevant card or employer route asks for the specialist test.
Select this testHighway Workers
Highway Works Test
For highway works occupations and card routes that need highway-specific test content.
Select this testScaffolders / Roofers / Working at Height roles
Working at Height Test
For roles where working at height is the key specialist occupation requirement.
Select this testHVACR Specialists
HVACR Test
For heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration specialist routes.
Select this testGuidance only
This page is general guidance to help you choose a booking option. Construction Test Booking provides independent booking support and does not claim official affiliation with CITB, CSCS or Pearson VUE. Always choose the test required for your role, occupation and card route.
Booking process
How to book your CITB test
Complete booking form
Enter the candidate details, choose the test type, tell us about voiceover or special assistance needs if applicable, and select a preferred centre and date.
Get your appointment
Construction Test Booking checks your preferred date and time, then confirms the appointment or offers suitable alternatives.
Attend the exam
Attend the selected centre at the scheduled time with valid ID, complete the exam and receive next-step guidance for your CSCS card route.
Ready to book your CITB HS&E test?
Complete the booking form, choose your preferred centre and pay securely online.