Apply for a LISS/CSCS SmartCard to gain access to commercial land-based sites. Upskill your workforce and develop your own personal career by demonstrating your qualifications, skills and knowledge.
Depending on the type of work you or your employee(s) carry out, choose from one of seven industry categories below. This includes New, Update, Renewal or Duplicate SmartCards.
Important – before applying please ensure you have passed your ROLO Health, Safety and Environmental Awareness Course and relevant CITB Touch Screen Test (these must have been completed within the last 2 years on application)
Please ensure you have checked your land-based qualification(s), if applicable, to help you map your certification to the appropriate LISS/CSCS SmartCard.
The way SmartCards are being processed has changed. Please read our updated Privacy Notice for full details.
**PLEASE NOTE **
The photo taken at the CITB test centre is the one that will appear on your card.
It's your responsibility to ensure you meet all the criteria for the specific card you’re applying for. If you apply and are later found to be ineligible (e.g., wrong qualifications, missing documents), BALI is under no obligation to refund the application fee.
If you're unsure whether you meet the criteria for a specific card, please contact the LISS team, who will be happy to help guide you through the process. Contact by telephone 024 7669 0333 or email
** CARDS CAN TAKE UP TO 28 WORKING DAYS TO PROCESS FROM THE DATE OF SUBMISSION **