CPCS, CSCS & other card schemes

Help your workers stay qualified, competent and safe. A card scheme allows you to prove that you can do your job, and that you can do it safely. 

Checking card details

To check the validity or expiry of a card, or the qualifications of the cardholder:

• register to use the online system
• call 0844 576 8777

Cards for Plant

Plant operations  have a slightly different card scheme - the Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS).

Delivery of cards 

Following application for a card it will take 2-4 weeks for it to arrive.

If the card has not been received after 4 weeks, contact the  appropriate card scheme.

Applications though SkillsDirect should receive cards within 7 working days of completing the SkillsDirect appointment.

Migrant workers and card schemes 

Information is also available on migrant workers and how to ensure any those employed are qualified, competent and safe.