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Site passport explained

Digital site passport for construction workers: what it is and why it matters

What a digital site passport contains, how it is used at site induction, how it differs from a paper record, and how to create a free one.

Quick answer

A site passport is a portable record of your credentials, qualifications and site-readiness evidence — shown at induction on any device. Free to create on SubbHubb.

Timeline: Under 3 minutes to set up a basic passport; longer with multiple cards.

Cost: Free on SubbHubb. No app required.

Watch out: A site passport is only as useful as the credentials inside it. Expired cards will still flag at the gate — keep them current.

Step-by-step guide

  1. 1. Create a free SubbHubb account

    Takes under 3 minutes. No credit card required.

  2. 2. Enter your trade and basic profile details

    Trade, contact details, and emergency contact information.

  3. 3. Upload your CSCS card

    Photograph front and back from your phone. Add card number, colour and expiry date.

  4. 4. Add any additional cards or qualifications

    Specialist cards (CPCS, CISRS, ECS, IPAF, PASMA, NPORS), First Aid, SMSTS or SSSTS, and any other tickets.

  5. 5. Your Site Passport generates automatically

    Built from your uploaded credentials. Expiry tracked with reminders.

  6. 6. Share at site induction

    Open SubbHubb on your phone and show your credential summary at induction. No printing needed.

Requirements

Account
Free SubbHubb account — no app required
Cards to upload
CSCS as a minimum; add specialist cards as held
Photo quality
Front and back of each card, legible in good light
Time to set up
Under 3 minutes for basic passport; longer with multiple cards

What employers usually check

  • Correct card scheme for the role (CSCS, CPCS, CISRS, ECS, IPAF, etc.)
  • Card in date — not expired or close to expiry without an active renewal
  • Card level matching the work being performed
  • First Aid provision (at least one holder per crew on most sites)
  • Supervisory qualifications where the role requires them (SSSTS, SMSTS)
  • Any site-specific induction requirements (these vary by contractor)

Common mistakes

  • Uploading expired cards — they appear in the passport but will flag at gate checks. Keep credentials current before adding them.
  • Only uploading the CSCS card and ignoring specialist cards — a passport is most useful when it shows the full credential picture
  • Not updating the passport when a new card arrives — set a reminder to refresh when a renewal card lands
  • Assuming the digital passport replaces physical cards entirely — some sites and contractors still require original cards at first induction

Use this in SubbHubb

Create your free Site PassportUpload your cards once. Show your credentials at any induction.Check your credential statusSee what is valid, expiring, or missing from your passport.Browse jobs that match your credentialsFind work where your cards meet the requirements.

FAQ

What does a site passport contain?

Typically: name, trade and contact details; CSCS card details (type, colour, number, expiry); specialist cards (CPCS, CISRS, ECS, IPAF, PASMA, NPORS); First Aid at Work certificate; SMSTS or SSSTS where held; other trade-specific qualifications and tickets; emergency contact details; and induction records for specific sites.

Is a site passport a legal requirement?

No, but the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and CDM Regulations 2015 place duties on contractors and workers to ensure competence. A site passport is one practical way of evidencing that competence.

Is a digital site passport accepted on all UK construction sites?

Acceptance varies by contractor and site. Most will accept a clear digital display of credentials at induction. SubbHubb's passport is designed to be compatible with standard site induction checks.

Can employers view my site passport?

Only if you share it. Your SubbHubb Site Passport is private by default. You control who you share your credential summary with.

Does a site passport replace my physical CSCS card?

No. Your physical card (or the digital equivalent from the issuing scheme) remains the primary credential. The site passport is a summary record that supports faster and clearer sharing of your credentials.

Can I use my SubbHubb site passport to apply for jobs?

Yes. When applying for jobs on SubbHubb, your credential information from your Site Passport is automatically attached. Employers can see your card readiness before offering the role.

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Next steps

Related jobs, cards and requirements

Use the requirements checkerCheck which cards or training may apply to your role and site activity.Browse construction jobsFind live construction work and compare job requirements before applying.Create a free Site PassportTrack cards, expiry dates and job readiness in one worker profile.

Reviewed by SubbHubb Construction Content Team — Construction workforce guidance on 15 May 2026

CDM Regulations and site passport requirements can evolve. Always confirm specific site induction requirements with the principal contractor before attending.

Sources / official guidance