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

Welcome to our latest CSCS mock test full 2024 questions. To make it easier for you to practice for your test in 2024, we’ve created this mock exam with all the CSCS test questions and answers throughout this site.

There will be questions on pretty much every topic you’ll face in your real CSCS operatives test.

Topics include – fire extinguishers, working at height, manual handling, accident reporting, health and safety signs and much more. In keeping with the real test, this CSCS mock test full example will have 50 questions and all answers will be available after you’ve submitted your test. Please don’t forget to like or share if you found this mock exam useful. Good Luck!

Questions last updated on 1st January 2024.

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

Safety-sign-11

Very noisy area ahead

No personal music players allowed

Hearing protection recommended but not compulsory

Hearing protection must be worn

Question 1 of 50

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

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

Try to figure it out as you go along.

Have a colleague show you what to do.

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

Question 2 of 50

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

Tackle the fire if safe and trained to do so

Exit the building immediately using the nearest lift

Call the fire brigade

Operate the nearest fire alarm

Question 3 of 50

4. 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 4 of 50

5. Being exposed to engine oil can cause___.

Hearing problems

Lung cancer

Skin problems

Temporary loss of breath

Question 5 of 50

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

Podiums are 100% safe and cannot topple over

You must ensure the wheels are locked before getting on

Like all other equipment podiums must be inspected regularly

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

Question 6 of 50

7. Which types of fire extinguishers were designed specifically for tackling Class F fires?

Wet chemical fire extinguishers

Dry powder fire extinguishers

CO2 fire extinguishers

Water fire extinguishers

Question 7 of 50

8. Where would you find information about chemicals found on a work site?

On the MSDS sheet

On your contract of employment

On your signing on sheet

On your HSE poster

Question 8 of 50

9. How should your body be positioned when lifting a load?

Back straight and feet close together

Back bent and knees straight

Back bent and feet wide as possible

Back straight and knees bent

Question 9 of 50

10. If your job requires you to use a hazardous substance whose responsibility is it to explain the health risks and safe method of work you need to follow?

No one needs to tell you; you’ll have to read the COSHH assessment for further information

An HSE officer

Your health and safety rep only

Your supervisor

Question 10 of 50

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

Bandage your cuts or wounds

Move you while you’re unconscious

Perform CPR

Prescribe and give you medicines to help you recover

Question 11 of 50

12. 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?

Ask someone to show you how to use it.

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

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

Carry out the task without using it.

Question 12 of 50

13. Which TWO types of fire extinguishers should you avoid using in confined spaces? (Choose 2 answers)

Foam

Dry powder

CO2

Wet chemical

Water

Question 13 of 50

14. You need to sweep up dust that was created during your shift, you should:

Place a protective mask over your nose and mouth

All of these

Ensure that there has adequate ventilation

Dampen down the area

Question 14 of 50

15. Which of these statements is true about using ladders?

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

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 if it is long enough

Question 15 of 50

16. What do yellow and black health and safety signs like the one below mean?

Health-and-Safety-Sign-11

An action is mandatory

They're prohibition signs

They're used to indicate safe conditions

They're hazard warning signs

Question 16 of 50

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

No, only electrical tools need inspecting

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

Yes, the should be checked once a month only

No, hand tools do not need inspecting

Question 17 of 50

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-9

Substance can cause long-term serious health problems

Substance is highly flammable

Chest protection recommended but not compulsory

Chest protection must be worn

Question 18 of 50

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

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

It tells you the fire exit is located here

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

It tells you the fire alarm is located here

It tells you that the fire hose reel is located here

Question 19 of 50

20. Which of the following is a physical means of protection?

Health and safety signs

PPE

HSE poster

MSDS sheet

Question 20 of 50

21. Which part of the body would you wear respiratory protective equipment (RPE)?

Neck

Mouth and nose

Back

Legs

Question 21 of 50

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

After your first shift.

At your site induction.

At your first lunch break.

One week after you start working.

Question 22 of 50

23. What does the heath and safety sign below mean?

Health-and-Safety-Sign-8

Corrosive

Explosive

Irritant

Flammable

Question 23 of 50

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

One day or one shift

Nine working days

Ten working days

Seven working days

Question 24 of 50

25. Where can you find information about hazardous substances?

The COSHH assessment

Your time sheet

Your HSE poster

Your contract of employment

Question 25 of 50

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

It allows you to work faster

It allows you to lift heavier loads

It eliminates the need for expensive lifting equipment

It reduces the risk of injuries

Question 26 of 50

27. A risk assessment is important because ___.

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

It is used to delegate tasks among workers

It tells you where tools should be stored

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

Question 27 of 50

28. What type of fire extinguisher is shown below?

Fire-Extinguisher-5

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

Dry powder fire extinguisher

Water fire extinguisher

CO2 fire extinguisher

Question 28 of 50

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

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

Speak to your supervisor about the problem

Investigate and try to fix the problem

Avoid using the toilet

Question 29 of 50

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

Ensure your footwear remains comfortable throughout the day

Protect your feet from nails and other sharp objects

Prevent you from twisting you ankle

Prevent chemical burns if you step on hazardous chemicals

Question 30 of 50

31. A nest of pigeons along with droppings are discovered in an area where you will be working, what should you do?

Cease work and ask a supervisor what you should do

Continue with your tasks

Let the birds leave before continuing with your work

Attempt to catch the birds

Question 31 of 50

32. 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 your health and safety rep to explain at your next break

Ask the presenter to explain further

Ask a colleague to clarify

Question 32 of 50

33. 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?

You’ve temporarily damaged your hearing

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

Your body has been exposed to excess vibration

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

Question 33 of 50

34. If an HSE inspector visits your site you should ____.

Leave your job and go to the assembly point

Complete your task then go home

Continue with your job

Report to your supervisor

Question 34 of 50

35. Green and white safety signs like the one below are:

Green-safety-sign

Safe condition signs

Hazard warning signs

Mandatory signs

Prohibition signs

Question 35 of 50

36. 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 36 of 50

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

safety-sign-40

Area fitted with fire sprinklers

Toilet and shower facilities located here

Male shower facilities located here

Emergency first aid shower

Question 37 of 50

38. Which of these is true about using gloves while handling 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.

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.

Question 38 of 50

39. Which of these materials would you use a water fire extinguisher on?

Paper, wood, textiles and solid materials

Combustible metals

Live electrical fires

Flammable liquids such as gasoline

Question 39 of 50

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

Health and safety sign for cscs test

Protective gloves must be worn

Hand washing area

Protective gloves recommended but not necessary

Use barrier cream

Question 40 of 50

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-7

This item could explode

This item is toxic

This item is flammable

This item is corrosive

Question 41 of 50

42. What are blue and white safety signs like the one below used to indicate?

blue-and-white-health-and-safety-sign

It's used to indicate safe conditions

They're prohibition signs meaning you should not do something

It's used to indicate a potential hazard

An action is mandatory

Question 42 of 50

43. What type of fire extinguisher is shown below?

Fire-Extinguisher-4

Dry powder fire extinguisher

CO2 fire extinguisher

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

Foam fire extinguisher

Question 43 of 50

44. Prohibition notices are given to equipment that:

Should not be used until it’s made safe

Only supervisors can use

Only skilled workers can use

Only managers can use

Question 44 of 50

45. All unsafe working practices should be reported immediately; whose responsibility is it to report unsafe working practices?

Only a health and safety rep can do this

It’s everyone’s responsibility to report unsafe working practices

Your supervisor only

Only the site manager can do this

Question 45 of 50

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

When the total number of employees exceeds 35

When the total number of employees exceeds 10

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

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

Question 46 of 50

47. The best way to ensure a ladder is secured and won’t slip is to:

Tie it at the bottom

Use a piece of wood to wedge the bottom

Have a colleague hold it while you work

Tie it at the top

Question 47 of 50

48. Who should provide the first aid box at your worksite?

You will need to bring your own.

Your employer need to provide the first aid box.

First aid boxes are not compulsory.

You and your colleagues will need to sub and buy one.

Question 48 of 50

49. Which of the following is possible if you inhale asbestos dust?

Lung disease

Leptospirosis

Dermatitis

HAVS

Question 49 of 50

50. You have to select appropriate PPE for a job, what’s the most important thing you should consider?

The types of hazards associated with the job

Whether or not it will make you hot outdoors

The time it will take you to put it on

The cost of the PPE

Question 50 of 50