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Should international employees hold a card featuring the CSCS logo?

There will be occasions where international visitors are required on site to oversee works and it
may not be practical for them to hold a card carrying the CSCS logo. This will have been pre-
agreed by the Principal Contractor and site management should refer to the risk assessment
developed for this situation. International operatives who attend UK sites regularly and hold
international qualifications can apply to Ecctis to check whether the qualification maps to a UK
equivalent. If the qualification maps, the operative will be able to apply for a CSCS card by
following the process on the CSCS website.

What is the process for reporting a fraudulent card?
If a card fails to pass the checks and is suspected to be fraudulent, then a Smart Site will not
allow the cardholder to access the site and you should follow the steps below:
1. Deny access to the site
2. Retain the card and clarify with the cardholder when and how they obtained it
3. Create photocopies or capture images of both sides of the card
4. Record the cardholder’s name and address
5. Report the suspected card to intel@cscs.co.uk or via post to: CSCS Limited, 26 Store Street,
London, WC1E 7BT
Suspected fraudulent cards can also be reported via the CSCS Smart Check app once a card has
been scanned.
For the protection of whistleblowers and the integrity of investigations, it is recommended to
send these reports via the email address noted above.

Card schemes carrying the CSCS logo take the issue of fraudulently obtained cards extremely
seriously. Fraudulently obtained cards enable unqualified workers to gain access to construction
sites where they may be a risk to themselves and others working alongside them.
For further guidance please visit www.cscs.uk.com/ReportFraud.
June 2025

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