In line with the latest version of the CLC recommendation on Industry Card Schemes, which confirms that all cards carrying the CSCS logo for skilled occupations should be achieved by qualification, cards obtained via Industry Accreditation will no longer be renewed from 30 June and all such cards will expire on 31 December. There are 25,000 individuals still holding Industry Accreditation cards, down from more than 60,000, and CSCS has issued guidance on replacing Blue, Gold or Black Industry Accreditation cards issued by the core scheme.
Members should identify the appropriate route for each of their workers to move onto the relevant card, which will depend on their occupation and qualifications. For any workers who need to complete a qualification, you should be putting in place a plan as soon as possible, and there are currently increased CITB grant rates for achieving certain S/NVQs when replacing Industry Accreditation cards. CSCS does not issue cards for non-construction-related occupations and anyone who no longer attends site regularly may not require a card.