Renewal of Plumber, Advanced Plumber, Technician Plumber and Plumbing Related Grading cards
In line with changes in the Construction Leadership Council’s criteria and in order to retain the industry recognised CSCS logo on SNIJIB Graded cards, individuals wishing to renew their Plumber, Advanced Plumber, Technician Plumber and Plumbing Related cards must provide evidence of plumbing occupational qualifications.
Plumber, Advanced Plumber and Technician Plumber Grading cards who previously qualified under the historic ‘Grandfather Rights’, will require either the SVQ/NVQ Level 3 Certificate or City and Guilds Certificate in Plumbing in order to receive a Grading card with a 5 year lifespan.
Plumbing Related cards must provide evidence of plumbing occupational qualifications at SVQ/NVQ Level 2 Certificate in order to receive a Grading card with a 5 year lifespan.
Apprentice cards are only offered to those who are registered with the SNIJIB and on an industry approved program.
This card is for those doing a pre- apprenticeship qualification at college to aid in gaining the necessary work experience to achieve their qualification.
To apply for a Plumber’s card you must meet all the criteria listed and have a current Plumber’s Health and Safety certificate. Cards are either Gold or Blue depending on qualification level.
You must hold an Advanced Plumber’s card, meet all other criteria and have an endorsement letter form your employer.
Must hold a N/SVQ level 3 and a Supervisors CSCS certificate. Please submit a letter from your employer along with your application.
Managers must hold an SVQ level 4 on top of the other criteria required. Please also submit your endorsement letter to info@snijib.org
There are no qualification requirements for this card other than a current Health & Safety certificate.
A strictly 1 time card, valid for 3 years, for those going through the ‘Experienced Worker Route’ with their local college. Must also have at least 10 year’s plumbing experience.
If you hold a Plumber’s (Gold) card with us and meet the other upgrade criteria you can apply for an Advanced Plumber’s card.
To apply for a Mechanical Pipe Fitter’s card you must meet all the criteria listed and have a current Health and Safety certificate. Cards are either Gold or Blue depending on qualification level.
To apply for a Gas Service Fitter’s card you must meet all the criteria listed and have a current Health and Safety certificate. Cards are either Gold or Blue depending on qualification level.
Must hold a construction related SVQ/NVQ Level 2 or higher qualification
There are no qualification requirements for this card other than a current Health & Safety certificate.
SNIJIB Experienced Worker Grading Card
As many Industry Accreditation (aka ‘Grandfather’) individuals need a SNIJIB Grading card now to access building sites, they may be eligible to apply for the SNIJIB Experienced Worker Grading Card. They must provide evidence that they are registered at a SQA recognised college or training centre to do the Plumbing and Heating Experienced Worker Assessment Route, and be a registered candidate on the SQA portal. For more information please contact the SNIJIB at info@snijib.org
Registration of Apprentices
The apprentice registration fee will cover the SNIJIB apprentice registration and card, Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship and issue of an individual’s first SNIJIB/CSCS Plumbers Grading Card.
Scotland Specific: Where the apprentice is funded through SNIPEF Training Services Ltd in Scotland, the charge of Apprentice Registration will be paid by SNIPEF Training Services Ltd. If the same apprentice needs to be re-registered then the charge of Apprentice Re-registration will be paid by SNIPEF Training Services Ltd, if they are still to achieve their Modern Apprenticeship.
Fraudulent Cards
The SNIJIB’s policy for fraudulent cards is that they will be destroyed. Any such cards handed in to our office or used to try and gain access to a building site will not be returned to the owner under any circumstances and you may be reported to the relevant authorities.
SNIJIB
(0131)-524-1225
Office Hours – 8am-4pm (3:30pm Friday)
Please provide your national insurance number or SNIJIB card number when contacting the SNIJIB.
