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 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

Put the ladder in a corner and leave it there

Try to fix the ladder yourself

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

Question 1 of 50

2. Who manages health and safety at a construction site?

You are responsible

The HSE

Your supervisor

The site manager

Question 2 of 50

3. Ladders should never be painted because:

You will need to repaint the ladder regularly

The paint can hide or mask damaged parts of the ladder

The paint could cause a distraction to the person using the ladder

The paint causes the ladder to become slippery

Question 3 of 50

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

Your personal mobile number.

Your driving license number.

When the accident occurred (date and time).

Details of the injury you sustained.

Question 4 of 50

5. You should tell your employer if you have contracted Weil’s disease on site because:

They will need to inform the Health and Safety Executive.

They will need to shut down the site.

They will need to keep you in a confined working area away from other workers.

They will need to arrange pest control measures on site.

Question 5 of 50

6. What should you do if a Health and Safety Executive inspector asks you about a recent accident you witnessed?

You should not tell the inspector anything as it could jeopardize your job.

You should not tell the inspector anything as it could jeopardize your colleague’s job.

Let your supervisor coach you on what to say.

Offer the inspector as much details as possible by letting him/her know exactly what you saw.

Question 6 of 50

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

Give them lots of water before they start working.

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

Speak to your supervisor and inform him about your concerns.

Give them coffee before they start working.

Question 7 of 50

8. What does COSHH stand for?

Containment of substances hazardous to health

Control of substances hazardous to homes

Control of substances that are hazardous and harmful

Control of substances hazardous to health

Question 8 of 50

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

Using the tool outside when it is windy

Using the tool in a large, indoor area

Working outdoor on a calm day

Working in a small room

Question 9 of 50

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

Purchase you own supplies to top it up

Inform the person who looks after the first aid box

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

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

Question 10 of 50

11. To help prevent injuries caused by manual handling you should do all the following EXCEPT:

Carry as much items as possible to get the task completed faster

Learn proper lifting and carrying techniques

Use lifting equipment

Disperse your items into smaller loads

Question 11 of 50

12. Occupational asthma can make it impossible to work with specific materials. How is it caused?

Constant exposure to rat droppings

Cutaneous (skin) contact with a hazardous materials

Breathing in hazardous substances such as dust, vapours and fumes

Constant exposure to harmful levels of noise

Question 12 of 50

13. You witness a scaffold collapse, if you’re questioned about this accident you should:

Refuse to be questioned because you’re not an expert when it comes to scaffolds.

Try to protect your colleagues by saying as little as possible.

Ask your supervisor what to say.

Say exactly what you saw.

Question 13 of 50

14. If you see the word “SENSITISER” on a bottled substance, this means that____.

You can safely use it without PPE

You have to mix it with water before using

Only a supervisor can use it

You can have an allergic reaction to it

Question 14 of 50

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

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.

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

Question 15 of 50

16. What type of fire extinguisher is shown below?

Fire-Extinguisher-3

CO2 fire extinguisher

Foam fire extinguisher

Water fire extinguisher

Dry powder fire extinguisher

Question 16 of 50

17. All near misses should be reported:

On your next break

After your shift has ended

As soon as possible

At the end of the week

Question 17 of 50

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

Leave the building immediately

Hide under a desk

Find your colleagues and take them out the building

Find your supervisor and inform of the situation

Question 18 of 50

19. Why is it important for workers using a half mask respirator to be clean shaven?

The facial hair can cause an allergic reaction.

The facial hair may hamper the seal around the face.

If you’re clean shaven you can use the same mask for longer periods.

The facial hair can block the filter very quickly.

Question 19 of 50

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

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

Continue using the hammer but warn colleagues in the area

Question 20 of 50

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

Blue health and safety sign

Eye protection not needed beyond this point

Opaque eye protection must be worn

Eye protection must be worn

Eye protection recommended but not compulsory

Question 21 of 50

22. What type of fire extinguisher is shown below?

Fire-Extinguisher-4

Foam fire extinguisher

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

CO2 fire extinguisher

Dry powder fire extinguisher

Question 22 of 50

23. If you discover asbestos while working you should _____.

Give it to your supervisor for testing

Immediately cease work and inform colleagues

Take it outside and toss it away

Place it in a rubbish bin and carry on working

Question 23 of 50

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

Stay away from that area

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

It's not your responsibility to report this

Report it to your supervisor immediately

Question 24 of 50

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

Back bent and feet wide as possible

Back bent and knees straight

Back straight and feet close together

Back straight and knees bent

Question 25 of 50

26. Being exposed to engine oil can cause___.

Lung cancer

Hearing problems

Temporary loss of breath

Skin problems

Question 26 of 50

27. Where can you find information about hazardous substances?

Your HSE poster

Your contract of employment

Your time sheet

The COSHH assessment

Question 27 of 50

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

At least 21 years old

At least 16 years old

Trained and competent

At least 18 years old

Question 28 of 50

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

Complete your task then go home

Continue with your job

Report to your supervisor

Leave your job and go to the assembly point

Question 29 of 50

30. Which of these fire extinguisher is most suitable for electrical fires?

CO2

Water

Foam

Wet chemical

Question 30 of 50

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

safety-sign-20

It tells you where the training room is located

It tells you where the emergency assembly point 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 31 of 50

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

Investigate and try to fix the problem

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

Speak to your supervisor about the problem

Avoid using the toilet

Question 32 of 50

33. You should not store loose batteries in a tool bag because___.

It will make the bag heavier

It could start a fire

It will damage the battery

It will reduce the battery life

Question 33 of 50

34. You are provided with a dust mask to protect against dangerous fumes but this mask is partially damaged. What should you do?

Begin your work but take regular breaks

Do not start working until you are supplied with the proper protective equipment

Work as quickly as possible

Wear a second mask above the first

Question 34 of 50

35. 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

An action is mandatory

It's used to indicate a potential hazard

Question 35 of 50

36. What does your employer’s health and safety policy tell you?

Your working hours

Who is responsible for health and safety in your company

How to safely use tools and equipment

The correct way to do a job

Question 36 of 50

37. You need to clear up rubble inside a building, why should you spray water on it first?

It makes it easier to pick up

To prevent dust clouds

To wash away any insects that may be in it

It saves you time

Question 37 of 50

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

Stop working immediately and report it to your supervisor or manager

Continue working with the substance and report it after your shift

Nothing – this is common while working with some chemicals

Stop working and go home immediately

Question 38 of 50

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

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

Carry on using it only if the floor is level

Question 39 of 50

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

You will need to bring your own.

First aid boxes are not compulsory.

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

Your employer need to provide the first aid box.

Question 40 of 50

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

Moving forward

Lifting materials

Parked

Reversing

Question 41 of 50

42. When using a CO2 fire extinguisher you should be aware that the nozzle will become ___.

Slightly Cold

Very Cold

Warm

Very Hot

Question 42 of 50

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

When the total number of employees exceeds 35

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

When the total number of employees exceeds 10

Question 43 of 50

44. 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

Operate the nearest fire alarm

Call the fire brigade

Question 44 of 50

45. 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 45 of 50

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

Place a protective mask over your nose and mouth

Ensure that there has adequate ventilation

Dampen down the area

All of these

Question 46 of 50

47. What does this health and safety sign tell you about a specific type of chemical?

Health-and-Safety-Sign-6

Do not touch as it is very hot

It is corrosive

It is Flammable

Wash your hands before handling this chemical

Question 47 of 50

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

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

Use the closest lift to exit the building

Try to use the fire extinguisher and see how it goes

Search the building for your supervisor and let him know

Question 48 of 50

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

Environment

No fishing in this area

Protected wildlife area

Dangerous to the environment

Do not dump refuse here

Question 49 of 50

50. How many (minimum) points of contact should you have with a ladder at all times?

Question 50 of 50