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. Which of these statements is true about using ladders?

Only one person should work on a ladder

Two people can work on the same ladder if the supervisor approves

Two people can work on the same ladder only if someone else holds the ladder

Two people can work on the same ladder if it is long enough

Question 1 of 50

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

Carry on working and get another one after your shift ends

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

Question 2 of 50

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

Black

Yellow

Blue

Red

Question 3 of 50

4. 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?

Avoid doing any work during breeding season

Only conduct work using manually operated machinery

Transport all present species to your site office

Only conduct work during night-time hours

Question 4 of 50

5. Which of these must you do if you need to run an electrical cable across an area used by vehicles? (Choose 2 answers)

Use a protective ramp to cover the cable

Ensure that you use yellow tape to wrap it as this would make it visible to drivers

Put up a “Ramp Ahead” sign

Use spare wood or scaffold boards to cover the cable

Question 5 of 50

6. You have just finished working with a particularly noisy piece of equipment and you have a ringing in your ears. What does this symptom imply?

Your body has been exposed to excess vibration

The level of noise was high, but it was still safe

You may be coming down with the flu or a respiratory infection

You’ve temporarily damaged your hearing

Question 6 of 50

7. 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 7 of 50

8. You have to work in an excavation, what is the main hazard while working?

Being crushed if the sides are not supported

Suffering from skin abrasions

Falling

Breathing in hazardous dust from the ground

Question 8 of 50

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

An insulated shovel or spade.

A metal shovel and rubber gloves.

A full metal shovel.

A jack hammer.

Question 9 of 50

10. How often should you replace your high-visibility clothing?

When your current set is damaged or soiled

Once a year

Twice a year

Every 5 years

Question 10 of 50

11. What is the safest way of entering and exiting a deep excavation?

Using ladders on the work-site

Via a fixed staircase

Via shoring or trench supports

Via an excavator bucket

Question 11 of 50

12. Details about the site traffic rules are usually discussed:

One week after you start working.

At your first lunch break.

At your site induction.

After your first shift.

Question 12 of 50

13. An inertia reel is ___.

A pulley-based fall arrester

A retractable fall arrester

A rope-based fall arrester

A horizontal fall arrester

Question 13 of 50

14. High levels of dust can be inhaled when performing tasks such as grinding, drilling, sanding and cutting. These levels are most dangerous when:

Working in a small room

Using the tool in a large, indoor area

Using the tool outside when it is windy

Working outdoor on a calm day

Question 14 of 50

15. Which of these is true about environmental law?

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

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

Only companies can be prosecuted for not following the law.

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

Question 15 of 50

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

Hard hat

High-visibility clothing

Safety harness

Safety goggles

Question 16 of 50

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

Try to make the necessary repairs yourself

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

Report it to your supervisor immediately

Report it to your supervisor at the end of the day

Question 17 of 50

18. If you have to use water to control dust while cutting you should____.

Ask a co-worker to stand next to you and pour water directly onto your workspace

Pour water onto a surface before you begin cutting

Make certain that you are using as much water as possible

Make sure that the flow of water is adjusted correctly

Question 18 of 50

19. You witness a near miss and the worker involved is afraid of getting into trouble, what should you do?

Take him to your supervisor immediately

Have a chat with him and ask him to be careful next time

He seems ok so all is fine

Report it

Question 19 of 50

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

Health and Safety Sign

No entry roof unsafe

Danger fragile roof

Danger roof incomplete

Caution tripping hazards on roof

Question 20 of 50

21. In the event of an accident a first aider can do all the following EXCEPT:

Perform CPR

Prescribe and give you medicines to help you recover

Bandage your cuts or wounds

Move you while you’re unconscious

Question 21 of 50

22. What’s the first thing you should do if a worker collapses while working in a deep inspection chamber?

Ask a colleague to inform your supervisor while you enter the inspection chamber and try to rescue the worker

Ask a colleague to lower you into the inspection chamber using a rope

Find a way into the inspection chamber and try to give the person first-aid treatment

Raise the alarm immediately, stay by the inspection chamber, do not enter

Question 22 of 50

23. What should you do if the extension wire you need to use has a cut in the outer cover?

If you can’t see the copper wires inside then carry on using it

Carry on using it but avoid going near the cut part

Report it immediately and make sure no one else uses it

Use electrical tape to cover it and then carry on working

Question 23 of 50

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

Parked

Reversing

Moving forward

Lifting materials

Question 24 of 50

25. 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 but use it very slowly

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

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

Question 25 of 50

26. Disposable masks should be used no more than ___.

Ten working days

One day or one shift

Nine working days

Seven working days

Question 26 of 50

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

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

You must ensure the wheels are locked before getting on

Podiums are 100% safe and cannot topple over

Like all other equipment podiums must be inspected regularly

Question 27 of 50

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

Nothing – this is normal

Keep working but monitor the situation carefully

Move further down and continue working

Make sure you and everyone else exit the excavation immediately

Question 28 of 50

29. A risk assessment is important because ____.

It tells you who is in charge of health and safety at your worksite

It is used to delegate tasks among workers

It tells you where tools should be stored

It identifies hazards and tells you the safest way of performing a task

Question 29 of 50

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

Wet Chemical

Water

Foam

Dry Powder

CO2

Question 30 of 50

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

In homes built between 1990 and 2015

Asbestos is no longer present in any homes or buildings

In any building built or refurbished before the year 2000

In industrial buildings built after the year 2000

Question 31 of 50

32. What should you do if you’re given a task that requires you to wear a full body harness but you’ve never used one before?

Ask for the instruction manual and figure it out yourself

Ask a colleague who wears one for advice

Carry on and try to work it out yourself

Ask for an expert to train you

Question 32 of 50

33. What should you do if a fire breaks out and you’ve not been trained to use a fire extinguisher?

Search the building for your supervisor and let him know

Try to use the fire extinguisher and see how it goes

Use the closest lift to exit the building

Do not use the fire extinguisher and go to your fire assembly point immediately

Question 33 of 50

34. Protective mid-soles in your safety footwear are designed to:

Prevent chemical burns if you step on hazardous chemicals

Prevent you from twisting you ankle

Protect your feet from nails and other sharp objects

Ensure your footwear remains comfortable throughout the day

Question 34 of 50

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

It allows you to work faster

It eliminates the need for expensive lifting equipment

It allows you to lift heavier loads

It reduces the risk of injuries

Question 35 of 50

36. Information regarding your emergency assembly points will be ___.

In your contract of employment

On your HSE poster

On your signing in sheet

Discussed at your site induction

Question 36 of 50

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

Red-and-white-health-and-safety-sign

It tells you to assemble here if there's a fire

It tells you that the fire hose reel is located here

It tells you the fire alarm is located here

It tells you the fire exit is located here

Question 37 of 50

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

Electricity

Water

Sewage and drain lines

Gas

Question 38 of 50

39. You are required to undertake some work that will produce dust. What will you need to do?

Wear the correct personal protective equipment (PPE) and use devices that will control airborne dust

Avoid the work, as dust can harm your respiratory system

Begin working immediately; dust is hardly dangerous

Only work for a short period of time

Question 39 of 50

40. What could happen if oxygen levels in a confined space drops below 8 percent?

Workers may become unconscious

A fire or explosion could occur

Hearing issues among workers

Dehydration among workers

Question 40 of 50

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

Be competent and trained

Be over 24 years old

Be a UK citizen

Be authorised

Question 41 of 50

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-9

Substance is highly flammable

Substance can cause long-term serious health problems

Chest protection recommended but not compulsory

Chest protection must be worn

Question 42 of 50

43. What TWO methods can you use to reduce the amount of dust from becoming airborne? (Choose 2 answers)

Work carefully and slowly

Keep your area neat

Wet cutting

Wear a protective mask

Place a dust collector on the machine

Question 43 of 50

44. What should be done if you have an accident at work which results in you being absent from work for more than 7 days? (Choose 2 answers)

Your employer needs to inform the emergency services.

Details of the accident needs to be recorded in the accident book.

Your employer needs to inform the Health and Safety Executive.

You will need to re-apply for your job.

Question 44 of 50

45. Which of these would result in you being ordered to leave the work site immediately? (Choose 2 answers)

If you turn up to work under the influence of alcohol

If you turn up to work under the influence of drugs

If you turn up to work 1 hour late

If you turn up to work without your driving licence

Question 45 of 50

46. Information regarding hazardous substances can be found in ___.

Your HSE poster

Your contract of employment

The COSHH assessment

Your site’s accident report book

Question 46 of 50

47. What does the health and safety sign below tell you?

safety-sign-20

It tells you where the emergency assembly point is located

It tells you where the training room is located

It tells you where you should go for your break

It tells you where you need to sign in before starting work

Question 47 of 50

48. Which TWO tasks below would you class as manual handling? (Choose 2 answers)

Using a wheelbarrow to push a load

Anything where you have to physically push, pull, lift or lower a load

Using a forklift to lift building materials

Climbing up ladders at work

Question 48 of 50

49. What should you do if the ladder you’re about to use is damaged?

Carry on using the ladder but stay away from the damaged section

Try to fix the ladder yourself

Put the ladder in a corner and leave it there

Stop using it, report it and let your colleagues know the ladder is not safe

Question 49 of 50

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

Paint

Water

Asbestos

Dust

Question 50 of 50