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. 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

Report it

He seems ok so all is fine

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

Question 1 of 50

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

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

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

Question 2 of 50

3. 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

Working outdoor on a calm day

Using the tool outside when it is windy

Question 3 of 50

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

Parked

Reversing

Moving forward

Lifting materials

Question 4 of 50

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

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Area fitted with fire sprinklers

Male shower facilities located here

Toilet and shower facilities located here

Emergency first aid shower

Question 5 of 50

6. Give TWO answers as to how excess noise can affect your health. (Choose 2 answers)

Constant ear infections

An excess build-up of wax in your ears

Persistent headaches

Loss of hearing

A condition known as “vibration white finger”

Question 6 of 50

7. 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 7 of 50

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

Water

Foam

Wet Chemical

Dry Powder

CO2

Question 8 of 50

9. 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 9 of 50

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

Move the person on to their back

Slap the person to see if they would wake up

Get medical help immediately

Try to perform CPR on the person

Question 10 of 50

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

Dust

Paint

Asbestos

Water

Question 11 of 50

12. You’re about to start working and notice your harness is damaged, what should you do?

Continue using it until you can get a new one

Borrow a harness from another worker

Continue using it and tell your supervisor at your next break

Stop all work immediately and tell your supervisor

Question 12 of 50

13. 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

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

Improvise and make your own

Question 13 of 50

14. What should you do if you discover a child wondering around on a construction site?

Just ignore it as it’s not your problem

Escort the child to safety immediately

Find your supervisor and report it

Find your site manager and report it

Question 14 of 50

15. 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 15 of 50

16. Hazardous substances can be identified by ____.

The colour of the substance

The symbol on the label

It will have a blue label on the container

The colour of the container

Question 16 of 50

17. What does this signal mean?

Proceed

Turn left

Turn right

Danger, emergency stop

Question 17 of 50

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

Avoid the work, as dust can harm your respiratory system

Only work for a short period of time

Begin working immediately; dust is hardly dangerous

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

Question 18 of 50

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

Keep working but monitor the situation carefully

Nothing – this is normal

Make sure you and everyone else exit the excavation immediately

Move further down and continue working

Question 19 of 50

20. It is important to preserve old buildings because______.

It drives up house prices in the area

It preserves the area’s historical record

It’s cheaper to maintain

It reduces the cost of living within the area

Question 20 of 50

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

Leptospirosis

Being hit by vehicles on site

Electrocution

Falling from height

Question 21 of 50

22. What’s the FIRST thing you should do if someone who is working in a deep man hole collapses?

Notify the trained rescue team immediately

Find your supervisor and inform him on the matter

Leave the site and go home

Have your colleagues lower you into the man hole so you can assist

Question 22 of 50

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

To reduce environmental side effects

All of these

To reduce the risk of slips, trips and falls

To prevent rats and other animals that could spread diseases

Question 23 of 50

24. What should you do if you’re given a cable avoiding tool to use while working but you don’t know how to use it?

Inform your supervisor that you have not been trained to use it.

Carry out the task without using it.

Ask someone to show you how to use it.

Continue using it and figure it out as you go along.

Question 24 of 50

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

Wet cutting

Work carefully and slowly

Wear a protective mask

Place a dust collector on the machine

Keep your area neat

Question 25 of 50

26. What should you do if you need to use a mobile tower scaffold but the wheel brakes aren’t working?

Carry on using it only if the floor is level

Use a rock or a piece of wood to wedge the wheels and stop them from moving

Do not use it

Ask a colleague to hold the tower while you work

Question 26 of 50

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

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

No, only electrical tools need inspecting

No, hand tools do not need inspecting

Yes, the should be checked once a month only

Question 27 of 50

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

Prevent you from twisting you ankle

Protect your feet from nails and other sharp objects

Prevent chemical burns if you step on hazardous chemicals

Ensure your footwear remains comfortable throughout the day

Question 28 of 50

29. Which of these must you do if you’re required to use an extension cable? (Choose 2 answers)

You must only check the length you need for damage

You must uncoil the entire cable

Check the entire length and cable connectors for damage

You must only uncoil the length you need to use

Question 29 of 50

30. What should you do if you accidentally cut your finger and you can’t get it to stop bleeding?

Wash it under very hot water.

Tie a piece of cloth around it and go back to work.

Continue working and check it out later when you get home.

Locate your first aider and let them check it out.

Question 30 of 50

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

Too much oxygen

A lack of oxygen

Temperatures that cause hypothermia

Methane

Question 31 of 50

32. 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.

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

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

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

Question 32 of 50

33. 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

Tackle the fire if safe and trained to do so

Call the fire brigade

Question 33 of 50

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

Suffering from skin abrasions

Falling

Breathing in hazardous dust from the ground

Being crushed if the sides are not supported

Question 34 of 50

35. After raising a fire alarm, what’s the next thing you should do?

Leave the building immediately

Find your colleagues and take them out the building

Hide under a desk

Find your supervisor and inform of the situation

Question 35 of 50

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

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High visibility clothing must be worn in this area

High visibility clothing recommended but not compulsory

High visibility clothing not necessary in this area

White clothing only must be worn in this area

Question 36 of 50

37. What should you do if you’re unsure about a particular topic discussed during a site induction?

Meet with the presenter at the end of the day to discuss it

Ask the presenter to explain further

Ask your health and safety rep to explain at your next break

Ask a colleague to clarify

Question 37 of 50

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

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Substance can cause long-term serious health problems

Substance is highly flammable

Chest protection recommended but not compulsory

Chest protection must be worn

Question 38 of 50

39. Which of these should not be in a first-aid kit?

Tablets and medicines

Scissors

Disposable gloves

Plasters

Question 39 of 50

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

Seven working days

One day or one shift

Nine working days

Ten working days

Question 40 of 50

41. What should you do if you accidentally drop your safety helmet and crack it?

Get another one immediately

Wait until your break and get another one

Carry on working if it’s only a small crack

Wait until the end of your shift and get another one for the next day

Question 41 of 50

42. 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 Health and Safety Executive.

You will need to re-apply for your job.

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

Your employer needs to inform the emergency services.

Question 42 of 50

43. 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 43 of 50

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

A metal shovel and rubber gloves.

A jack hammer.

A full metal shovel.

An insulated shovel or spade.

Question 44 of 50

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

Carry on using it but avoid going near the cut part

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

Report it immediately and make sure no one else uses it

Use electrical tape to cover it and then carry on working

Question 45 of 50

46. Which of these is true about using gloves while handling chemicals?

All gloves are not meant to protect against all chemicals, you’ll need to check the standards of the gloves you’re planning to use.

If you use barrier cream before putting on the gloves you should be protected against all chemicals.

You can handle any type of chemicals as long as you’re wearing any gloves.

If you put barrier cream on the gloves itself you should be protected against all chemicals.

Question 46 of 50

47. Which class of fire does magnesium and aluminium materials fall under?

Class F

Class D

Class A

Class B

Question 47 of 50

48. An inertia reel is ___.

A horizontal fall arrester

A pulley-based fall arrester

A retractable fall arrester

A rope-based fall arrester

Question 48 of 50

49. What should you do if you’re working in a deep trench and you start to feel dizzy?

Continue working and let the dizziness pass on its own.

Get out immediately and take everyone who is working with you then report it.

Sit down and take a few minutes to recover.

Get out then take a few minutes then go back in.

Question 49 of 50

50. Using eye protection is vital for onsite safety, when should you wear eye protection?

Only when you’re working with hazardous chemicals

When the task has a potential for eye injury and if the site rules demand it

Only when your eyes come into direct sunlight

Only when you’re working with power tools

Question 50 of 50