CSCS Mock Test Full 50 Questions 2024 – CSCS Mock Test | CSCS Revision

This CSCS mock test is a full 50-question example designed to help you practice and prepare for your real Health, Safety and Environment Test in 2024. All the questions will be pulled at random from some of the core health and safety topics covered in the real CSCS test.

For the real test, you will have 45 minutes to complete 50 multiple-choice questions, you’ll need to demonstrate that you have a good theoretical knowledge of many health and safety topics before you can pass your test and apply for your CSCS card.

Most of the questions in the real test will require a single answer but there are a few which require multiple answers. In keeping with this format, we’ve added questions that require multiple answers so you can get the full experience when attempting any of our CSCS mock tests.

If a question requires two answers, you’ll need to choose both correct answers before you can get a full point for that question, so please ensure that you read each question carefully. The pass mark for this CSCS mock test is 45 out of 50. Good luck!

1. What would you do if you’re using a hammer and the head comes loose?

Continue using the hammer but warn colleagues in the area

Continue using the hammer only if you’re using protective gloves

Continue using the hammer but use it very slowly

Stop using the hammer and get another that’s appropriate for the job

Question 1 of 50

2. You believe that excess noise at the job site has damaged your hearing. What do you need to do?

There is nothing that you can do. The damage is permanent and cannot be undone

Have your doctor or employer arrange a hearing test for you

Place cotton wads in your ears to prevent any future damage

Take a few sick days and rest

Question 2 of 50

3. Why are site inductions important?

It gives you the opportunity to meet the site manager and supervisors

It gives you the opportunity to formally meet your colleagues

The work site health and safety rules are discussed during the site induction

It allows you to have a look around at the work site

Question 3 of 50

4. What should you do if the first aid box at your workplace is missing items or completely empty?

It’s not your responsibility so just leave it until the appropriate person can sort it out

Purchase you own supplies to top it up

Inform the person who looks after the first aid box

Ask all of your colleagues to bring in a few items each

Question 4 of 50

5. What is the main cause of death among workers in confined spaces?

Methane

Too much oxygen

Temperatures that cause hypothermia

A lack of oxygen

Question 5 of 50

6. In which of these are you most likely to encounter asbestos?

Asbestos is no longer present in any homes or buildings

In industrial buildings built after the year 2000

In any building built or refurbished before the year 2000

In homes built between 1990 and 2015

Question 6 of 50

7. Which of the following is the best option if you're trying to avoid causing any harm to a protected species in an area where you're working?

Only conduct work using manually operated machinery

Avoid doing any work during breeding season

Transport all present species to your site office

Only conduct work during night-time hours

Question 7 of 50

8. Which of these is true about environmental law?

Only companies can be prosecuted for not following the law.

Both employees and companies can be prosecuted for not following the law.

Only a site supervisor can be prosecuted for not following the law.

Only a site manager can be prosecuted for not following the law.

Question 8 of 50

9. To operate a plant on site you must: (Choose 2 answers)

Be a UK citizen

Be competent and trained

Be authorised

Be over 24 years old

Question 9 of 50

10. To ensure maximum protection when using a mask you should ____.

Ensure you’re using the correct type of mask for the job

Ensure you’re wearing the mask correctly

Ensure you’ve passed a face fit test for that specific mask

All of these answers

Question 10 of 50

11. Are you responsible for helping to reduce the amount of waste created on-site?

Yes, everyone on-site is responsible for reducing the amount of waste created.

No, this does not relate to you.

No, this is the responsibility of your supervisor only.

No, this is the responsibility of your site manager only.

Question 11 of 50

12. What is the leading cause of death among construction workers?

Leptospirosis

Falling from height

Electrocution

Being hit by vehicles on site

Question 12 of 50

13. Should hand tools such as saws, hammers and wire cutters be inspected?

Yes, the should be checked once a month only

No, hand tools do not need inspecting

No, only electrical tools need inspecting

Yes, you should inspect them every-time you need to use them

Question 13 of 50

14. What should you do if you’re working in a deep trench and notice a lorry with its engine running above you?

Leave the trench immediately

Continue working – this is normal

Put on ear defenders to block out the noise

Continue working – the lorry will move eventually

Question 14 of 50

15. You need to sweep up dust that was created during your shift. You should:

All of these

Ensure that there has adequate ventilation

Place a protective mask over your nose and mouth

Dampen down the area

Question 15 of 50

16. What does the health and safety sign below mean?

safety-sign-10

White clothing only must be worn in this area

High visibility clothing must be worn in this area

High visibility clothing recommended but not compulsory

High visibility clothing not necessary in this area

Question 16 of 50

17. Pedestrians are most likely injured by site vehicles when the vehicles are:

Reversing

Moving forward

Lifting materials

Parked

Question 17 of 50

18. What should you do if you notice the side supports moving around as you're working inside an excavation?

Nothing – this is normal

Move further down and continue working

Keep working but monitor the situation carefully

Make sure you and everyone else exit the excavation immediately

Question 18 of 50

19. Which of these TWO types of fire extinguishers are most suitable for use on electrical fires? (Choose 2 answers)

CO2

Wet Chemical

Foam

Dry Powder

Water

Question 19 of 50

20. You should report all serious accidents to_______.

Your employer

Your site security

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

The police

Question 20 of 50

21. Safe manual handling techniques are essential in the workplace because___.

It reduces the risk of injuries

It eliminates the need for expensive lifting equipment

It allows you to work faster

It allows you to lift heavier loads

Question 21 of 50

22. Being exposed to engine oil can cause ____.

Temporary loss of breath

Lung cancer

Hearing problems

Skin problems

Question 22 of 50

23. Why is it important for you to keep your working environment clean and tidy?

To prevent rats and other animals that could spread diseases

To reduce environmental side effects

All of these

To reduce the risk of slips, trips and falls

Question 23 of 50

24. What should you do if the guard from a power tool you need to use is missing?

Use the tool as fast as you can to complete the task quickly

Do not use the tool unless you get the correct guard fitted

Improvise and make your own

Carry on using it but be very careful and work very slowly

Question 24 of 50

25. All of the following statements are true about using podium steps EXCEPT:

Podiums are 100% safe and cannot topple over

Podiums can topple over so you must take care when reaching sideways

Like all other equipment podiums must be inspected regularly

You must ensure the wheels are locked before getting on

Question 25 of 50

26. Exposure to which of these would most likely result in you contracting Weil’s disease?

Dust

Asbestos

Water

Paint

Question 26 of 50

27. When does your employer need to provide a first-aid box?

When the total number of employees exceeds 35

First-aid boxes are provided at the company’s discretion and are not compulsory

When the total number of employees exceeds 10

Every site should be equipped with a first-aid box regardless of the number of employees

Question 27 of 50

28. Wet chemical fire extinguishers are identified by which colour?

Yellow

Red

Black

Blue

Question 28 of 50

29. What should you do FIRST if someone is unconscious but you are not a trained first aider?

Get medical help immediately

Try to perform CPR on the person

Move the person on to their back

Slap the person to see if they would wake up

Question 29 of 50

30. What should you do if the toilet on your worksite doesn’t work and is always in a messy state?

Avoid using the toilet

Speak to your supervisor about the problem

Leave the site on your break and use the toilet in a nearby shop

Investigate and try to fix the problem

Question 30 of 50

31. Which of these should be worn on-site if there’s a risk of objects falling from above?

High-visibility clothing

Safety goggles

Safety harness

Hard hat

Question 31 of 50

32. If you need to operate a power tool you must be:

At least 16 years old

At least 21 years old

At least 18 years old

Trained and competent

Question 32 of 50

33. What should you do if your supervisor asks you to drive a truck but you have never driven one before?

Try to figure it out as you go along.

Watch what other drivers are doing and give it a go.

Inform your supervisor that you are not trained to drive it.

Have a colleague show you what to do.

Question 33 of 50

34. What should you do if you suspect someone about to start working on-site is under the influence of alcohol?

Give them coffee before they start working.

Give them lots of water before they start working.

Speak to your supervisor and inform him about your concerns.

Tell them to sit in the canteen for an hour before starting work.

Question 34 of 50

35. You’re working with a new chemical/substance and you start to feel ill, what should you do?

Continue working with the substance and report it after your shift

Stop working immediately and report it to your supervisor or manager

Nothing – this is common while working with some chemicals

Stop working and go home immediately

Question 35 of 50

36. If you need to hand dig near any electrical underground services you must use:

A jack hammer.

A full metal shovel.

A metal shovel and rubber gloves.

An insulated shovel or spade.

Question 36 of 50

37. Why should workers be fully trained and competent before they’re allowed to enter a confined space?

Confined spaces don't provide breathable air

Only house-building sites have confined spaces

The potential hazards of entering a confined space must be fully understood

Flammable or explosive gasses are always present in confined spaces

Question 37 of 50

38. As an employee it’s your responsibility to do all the following EXCEPT: (Choose 2 answers)

Raise concerns about safety issues

Write your own risk assessments

Report unsafe working practices

Provide your own PPE

Question 38 of 50

39. Before starting your shift you’re given a dust mask that’s too big and keeps falling off, what should you do?

Ask for a mask that fits securely and wait until you have the correct RPE before starting

Ask your colleague to borrow his mask then carry on working

Carry on working with the big mask until you can get another one

Carry on working and get another one after your shift ends

Question 39 of 50

40. What do yellow service pipes carry in relation to underground service pipes?

Gas

Water

Electricity

Sewage and drain lines

Question 40 of 50

41. In the event of a fire you should do all the following EXCEPT:

Exit the building immediately using the nearest lift

Operate the nearest fire alarm

Call the fire brigade

Tackle the fire if safe and trained to do so

Question 41 of 50

42. If you’re in an accident, which of these does NOT have to be recorded in the accident book? (Choose 2 answers)

Your driving license number.

Your personal mobile number.

Details of the injury you sustained.

When the accident occurred (date and time).

Question 42 of 50

43. Who is responsible for recording an injury in the accident book?

The supervisor.

The site manager

The person who was injured or someone acting for them.

A Health and Safety rep.

Question 43 of 50

44. What substance is probably present in the air if workers notice the smell of rotten eggs?

Carbon dioxide

Oxygen

Hydrogen sulphide

Methane

Question 44 of 50

45. Methane gas is very dangerous in confined spaces because: (Choose 2 answers)

It will block your vision.

It could explode.

It will limit the amount of oxygen you have available.

It could make you feel dehydrated.

Question 45 of 50

46. What should you do if you notice a safety hazard that no one else seems to notice?

Report it to your supervisor immediately

Stay away from that area

It's not your responsibility to report this

Keep on working and report it at the end of your shift

Question 46 of 50

47. It is important to preserve old buildings because______.

It preserves the area’s historical record

It’s cheaper to maintain

It reduces the cost of living within the area

It drives up house prices in the area

Question 47 of 50

48. An excavation should be battered back or stepped if ___.

Water is present at the bottom of the trench

It’s more than 5m in depth

Buried services are present

There is a risk of the sides falling in, regardless of how deep it is

Question 48 of 50

49. What should you do if you suspect the scaffolding you are working from is unsafe?

Continue working and wait for it to be identified at the next inspection

Report it to your supervisor at the end of the day

Report it to your supervisor immediately

Try to make the necessary repairs yourself

Question 49 of 50

50. What should you do if one of your colleague has a nail stuck in their foot and you are not a trained first aider?

Pull the nail out immediately otherwise the foot will get infected.

Pull the nail out.

Leave the nail in as it will help to reduce the bleeding.

Pull the nail out and run the foot under hot water.

Question 50 of 50