General Contractor Guide for Qualifications and Training

Do it Yourself Tips for Qualifications and Training

None of us like to admit that we have made the wrong decision when faced with a bill for thousands of pounds and nothing to show for it. So how do you know if the firm you have hired are cowboys or the genuine article?

If you are a client, whether in business or are a householder, you must ask to see a CSCS identification card.

CSCS is raising standards of both workmanship and health & safety within the UK construction industry. It is firmly linked to the Government's initiative to drive out the cowboys. For the first time there is a method in place for identifying constractors with trained, qualified and competent workforces.

At present we have over 135,000 registered members covering forty-three trades and these figures are ever increasing.

There are advantages to you if you insist on CSCS.

A CSCS card can

Indicate the skill level of the operatives on your site

Show that the workforce have appropriate health & safety knowledge

Mean that you contract will less likely be late, over budget, need re-working or suffer from accidents.

If you ask for the card, you will help improve industry standards and drive out the cowboys.

Protect yourself! Ask for the card.