Four arrested over alleged CSCS test fraud

Police have arrested four men in connection with suspected fraudulent activity, in relation to CSCS tests at an independent construction testing centre in Winchester. The investigation, led by Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary’s Economic Crime Unit, follows a referral from the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB). Investigation targets online test fraud The inquiry focuses [...]

By |2026-02-20T14:31:18+00:00February 20th, 2026|Top Stories|

CSCS Smart Check records 60 million scans in major safety milestone

The CSCS Smart Check platform has recorded its 60 millionth scan, reflecting its growing use by employers and contractors to support workforce verification and compliance with the Building Safety Act. CSCS Smart Check is the only platform capable of verifying all 2.3 million cards displaying the CSCS logo, offering a secure way to confirm that [...]

By |2026-02-05T11:08:32+00:00February 3rd, 2026|Top Stories|

CITB Survey Reveals Construction Workers Can Spot Qualification Fraud – But Most Unsure How to Report It

A new CITB-backed survey has found that while construction workers feel confident recognising potential qualification fraud, the majority do not know how to report it. The research, conducted by Ofqual in partnership with the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) and the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS), gathered 473 responses from across the sector and exposes [...]

By |2025-11-24T10:59:09+00:00November 24th, 2025|Top Stories|
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