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

Hide under a desk

Find your supervisor and inform of the situation

Find your colleagues and take them out the building

Leave the building immediately

Question 1 of 50

2. If you want to be a first aider at work you should___.

Purchase an introduction to first aid hand-book and then you can treat people at work

Ask a colleague to give you a few pointers and then you can treat people

Arrange for your employer to put you on a first aider’s course

Observe someone who is a trained first aider to see what they are doing

Question 2 of 50

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

Hot liquid

Corrosive

Dangerous to the environment

Irritant

Question 3 of 50

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

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

Ask a colleague to clarify

Ask the presenter to explain further

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

Question 4 of 50

5. 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

Ensure your footwear remains comfortable throughout the day

Prevent chemical burns if you step on hazardous chemicals

Question 5 of 50

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

Discussed at your site induction

On your signing in sheet

In your contract of employment

On your HSE poster

Question 6 of 50

7. What type of fire extinguisher is shown below?
Fire-Extinguisher-1

Foam fire extinguisher

CO2 fire extinguisher

Water fire extinguisher

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

Question 7 of 50

8. 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 8 of 50

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

Being hit by vehicles on site

Falling from height

Leptospirosis

Electrocution

Question 9 of 50

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

Do not use it

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

Carry on using it only if the floor is level

Ask a colleague to hold the tower while you work

Question 10 of 50

11. What type of fire extinguisher is shown below?

Fire-Extinguisher-3

CO2 fire extinguisher

Water fire extinguisher

Foam fire extinguisher

Dry powder fire extinguisher

Question 11 of 50

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

CO2 fire extinguishers

Dry powder fire extinguishers

Wet chemical fire extinguishers

Water fire extinguishers

Question 12 of 50

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

Question 13 of 50

14. Which image below tells you that the PPE you’re wearing confirms with health, safety, and environmental protection standards?

Registered

Trademark

Question 14 of 50

15. Solvents in paints and resins can lead to:

All of the above

Other effects on the body

Headaches, nausea and dizziness

Lung issues

Question 15 of 50

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

Continue with your tasks

Cease work and ask a supervisor what you should do

Let the birds leave before continuing with your work

Attempt to catch the birds

Question 16 of 50

17. 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?

Your supervisor

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

Your health and safety rep only

An HSE officer

Question 17 of 50

18. When using a power tool for cutting and grinding, why is it important for the dust to be collected?

A machine guard is not necessary if the dust is collected

The tool performs better if dust is collected

It will save time and avoid a mess

Dust can be harmful if it is inhaled

Question 18 of 50

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

Report it to your supervisor immediately

It's not your responsibility to report this

Stay away from that area

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

Question 19 of 50

20. Which of the following hazardous materials should be identified when going through a construction health and safety checklist?

Dust, paint, solvents and noise levels

Cement, paints, asbestos and noise levels

Lead, solvents, asbestos and cement

Noise levels, vibration levels, asbestos and cement

Question 20 of 50

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

Put up a “Ramp Ahead” sign

Use a protective ramp to cover the cable

Use spare wood or scaffold boards to cover the cable

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

Question 21 of 50

22. You believe that excess noise at the job site has damaged your hearing, what should you 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 22 of 50

23. What does COSHH stand for?

Control of substances that are hazardous and harmful

Control of substances hazardous to health

Containment of substances hazardous to health

Control of substances hazardous to homes

Question 23 of 50

24. 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

Begin working immediately; dust is hardly dangerous

Avoid the work, as dust can harm your respiratory system

Only work for a short period of time

Question 24 of 50

25. You are working with a chemical and require respiratory protective equipment (RPE). If none has been given, you should ___.

Begin work but take breaks at five-minute intervals

Work as quickly as possible to finish the task

Do not work until the proper equipment and training have been provided

Smell the chemical to determine whether it is dangerous

Question 25 of 50

26. Prohibition notices are given to equipment that:

Only skilled workers can use

Only supervisors can use

Should not be used until it’s made safe

Only managers can use

Question 26 of 50

27. Over time, excess noise can damage your ability to hear. Can such a condition be reversed?

Yes, but you will be forced to change your current job

With time, the condition may repair itself

The damage is permanent and cannot be reversed

You will need surgery to repair your hearing loss

Question 27 of 50

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

Wet cutting

Place a dust collector on the machine

Wear a protective mask

Work carefully and slowly

Keep your area neat

Question 28 of 50

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

Back

Neck

Legs

Mouth and nose

Question 29 of 50

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

Water

CO2

Wet chemical

Dry powder

Foam

Question 30 of 50

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

Have a colleague hold it while you work

Tie it at the top

Tie it at the bottom

Use a piece of wood to wedge the bottom

Question 31 of 50

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

You have to mix it with water before using

You can have an allergic reaction to it

You can safely use it without PPE

Only a supervisor can use it

Question 32 of 50

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

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

When the total number of employees exceeds 35

Question 33 of 50

34. Which activity could create the biggest risk for lead poisoning in a situation where control measures are not being exercised?

Plastering a ceiling in a new home

Sanding down old paint

Using old stone to build a wall

Cutting timber during a roof construction

Question 34 of 50

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

Leave your job and go to the assembly point

Complete your task then go home

Report to your supervisor

Continue with your job

Question 35 of 50

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

Very Cold

Very Hot

Warm

Slightly Cold

Question 36 of 50

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

A jack hammer.

An insulated shovel or spade.

A full metal shovel.

A metal shovel and rubber gloves.

Question 37 of 50

38. 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 an expert to train you

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

Question 38 of 50

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

It will block your vision.

It could explode.

It could make you feel dehydrated.

It will limit the amount of oxygen you have available.

Question 39 of 50

40. Wearing a safety helmet in hot weather can be uncomfortable, which of these is true about wearing a safety helmet in hot weather?

You can wear it sideways if it’s more comfortable this way

You can drill small holes in your helmet to increase airflow and keep you cool

You can take it off for short periods of time while you’re working

You must keep it on at all times and ensure you’re wearing it correctly

Question 40 of 50

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

To wash away any insects that may be in it

It makes it easier to pick up

To prevent dust clouds

It saves you time

Question 41 of 50

42. 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?

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

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.

Question 42 of 50

43. 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 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.

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

Question 43 of 50

44. Hazardous substances can be identified by ____.

The symbol on the label

It will have a blue label on the container

The colour of the substance

The colour of the container

Question 44 of 50

45. Which of these statements is true about storing materials on a working platform?

Unsecured materials can be stored as long as they are above the guard rail height

The materials only need securing if it’s going to be there overnight

You must ensure the platform can take the weight of the materials and the materials must be stored securely so they can’t fall

The materials don’t need to be secured if they’re going to be there less than 6 hours

Question 45 of 50

46. Which category does titanium and aluminium materials fall under?

Category C

Category A

Category F

Category D

Question 46 of 50

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

Climbing up ladders at work

Using a forklift to lift building materials

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

Using a wheelbarrow to push a load

Question 47 of 50

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

Ask your colleague to borrow his mask then carry on working

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

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 48 of 50

49. 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 49 of 50

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

Leptospirosis

Lung disease

HAVS

Dermatitis

Question 50 of 50