CITB Health, Safety & Environment test

The CITB Health Safety Environment test is a mandatory requirement for anyone applying for a CSCS card, proving that you understand the essential health, safety, and environmental standards expected on a UK construction site.

ARC Plant & Civils helps you prepare for and book your Operatives, Specialist, or Managers & Professionals (MAP) CITB test—either as part of a training package or as a standalone service.

Please be aware there is now a 48 hour working day window when booking

What Is the CITB Health Safety Environment test?

This multiple-choice test assesses knowledge in:

  • General site health & safety
  • Environmental awareness
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Manual handling
  • Working at height
  • Emergency procedures

Test Categories Available

We offer guidance and booking support for:

  • Operatives Test – for most labourers and entry-level roles
  • Specialist Test – for trades including plumbing, demolition, road working, etc.
  • Managers & Professionals Test (MAP) – for supervisors, managers, site agents

Test Centre Access

ARC is an approved CITB testing centre, we:

  • Offer Level 1 Health & Safety training as a package with the Operatives test
  • Provide revision materials and support to help you pass first time

Need the CSCS Green Labourer Card?

To apply, you’ll need:

  1. Level 1 Health & Safety in a Construction Environment Certificate
  2. CITB HS&E Operatives Test Pass

➡️ View our CSCS Green Card course package

Funding & Support

You may be eligible for funded training and test support through:

  • Personal Learning Accounts (PLA)
  • ReAct+ for jobseekers
  • Employer-sponsored training

Need Help Booking?

We’ll guide you through the full process—from revision to test centre booking.

If you require renewals please contact our office to ensure you are booked in for the correct category tests

This price of £45 includes the Test Booking Administration Fee of £22.50, access to practice PC’s, Coaching if needed, Test administration & invigilation.

You can also book this test as part of our one day Safety Awareness course.