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 extension wire you need to use has a cut in the outer cover?

Use electrical tape to cover it and then carry on working

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

Carry on using it but avoid going near the cut part

Question 1 of 50

2. A risk assessment is important because ___.

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

It tells you where tools should be stored

It is used to delegate tasks among workers

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

Question 2 of 50

3. 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 3 of 50

4. 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 4 of 50

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

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

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

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

Question 5 of 50

6. Why are site inductions important?

The work site health and safety rules are discussed during the site induction

It gives you the opportunity to formally meet your colleagues

It gives you the opportunity to meet the site manager and supervisors

It allows you to have a look around at the work site

Question 6 of 50

7. Which of these best describes working at height?

6m above the ground

10m above the ground

Any height above or below ground level that can cause an injury if you fall

5m above the ground

Question 7 of 50

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

Safety-sign-11

Hearing protection recommended but not compulsory

Hearing protection must be worn

No personal music players allowed

Very noisy area ahead

Question 8 of 50

9. 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

Attempt to catch the birds

Let the birds leave before continuing with your work

Cease work and ask a supervisor what you should do

Question 9 of 50

10. 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

Stop working and go home immediately

Continue working with the substance and report it after your shift

Nothing – this is common while working with some chemicals

Question 10 of 50

11. Prohibition notices are given to equipment that:

Only skilled workers can use

Should not be used until it’s made safe

Only supervisors can use

Only managers can use

Question 11 of 50

12. You believe that excess noise at the job site has damaged your hearing, what should you do ___.

Take a few sick days and rest

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

Question 12 of 50

13. When you are drilling, grinding, sanding or dusting, how can you protect your lungs from long-term respiratory damage?

Use a regular dust mask, goggles and hearing protection

Use a FFP3 rated mask, an extraction device or wet cut, impact goggles and hearing protection

Only use a FFP3-rated mask and goggles

Wear goggles and use a dust extractor or only wet-cut

Question 13 of 50

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

Constant exposure to rat droppings

Constant exposure to harmful levels of noise

Breathing in hazardous substances such as dust, vapours and fumes

Cutaneous (skin) contact with a hazardous materials

Question 14 of 50

15. Which of these tasks does NOT cause silica dust to enter into the air?

Sweeping up rubble

Demolition of concrete floors or screeds

Cutting stones and blocks

Sawing wood

Question 15 of 50

16. 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 take it off for short periods of time while you’re working

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

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

Question 16 of 50

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

Registered

Trademark

Question 17 of 50

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

Once a year

Twice a year

When your current set is damaged or soiled

Every 5 years

Question 18 of 50

19. You should always wear appropriate boots when working in wet cement because____.

It allows you to walk faster while working

It keeps your feet dry and warm

It protects your trousers

It prevents skin burns and dermatitis

Question 19 of 50

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

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 and get another one after your shift ends

Carry on working with the big mask until you can get another one

Question 20 of 50

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

You are responsible

Your supervisor

The HSE

The site manager

Question 21 of 50

22. To ensure maximum protection when using a mask, you should ___.

Ensure you’re wearing the mask correctly

Ensure you’ve passed a face fit test for that specific mask

Ensure you’re using the correct type of mask for the job

All of these answers

Question 22 of 50

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

Wear a second mask above the first

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

Work as quickly as possible

Begin your work but take regular breaks

Question 23 of 50

24. 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

Investigate and try to fix the problem

Speak to your supervisor about the problem

Avoid using the toilet

Question 24 of 50

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

HSE poster

MSDS sheet

PPE

Health and safety signs

Question 25 of 50

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

safety-sign-14

No lone working

This is the authorized walking route for pedestrians

No access for pedestrians

No entry during working hours

Question 26 of 50

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

Corrosive

Dangerous to the environment

Hot liquid

Irritant

Question 27 of 50

28. Solvents in paints and resins can lead to:

Other effects on the body

All of the above

Lung issues

Headaches, nausea and dizziness

Question 28 of 50

29. 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

Using old stone to build a wall

Sanding down old paint

Cutting timber during a roof construction

Question 29 of 50

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

Your supervisor only

Only the site manager can do this

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

Only a health and safety rep can do this

Question 30 of 50

31. All near misses should be reported:

As soon as possible

At the end of the week

After your shift has ended

On your next break

Question 31 of 50

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

Environment

Dangerous to the environment

Do not dump refuse here

No fishing in this area

Protected wildlife area

Question 32 of 50

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

It will make the bag heavier

It will reduce the battery life

It will damage the battery

It could start a fire

Question 33 of 50

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

Ask a colleague to hold the tower while you work

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

Do not use it

Question 34 of 50

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

Dust

Water

Asbestos

Paint

Question 35 of 50

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

Back

Legs

Neck

Mouth and nose

Question 36 of 50

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

Water fire extinguishers

Dry powder fire extinguishers

CO2 fire extinguishers

Wet chemical fire extinguishers

Question 37 of 50

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

Class B

Class F

Class A

Class D

Question 38 of 50

39. 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 39 of 50

40. 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 a potential hazard

They're prohibition signs meaning you should not do something

It's used to indicate safe conditions

An action is mandatory

Question 40 of 50

41. 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.

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.

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

Question 41 of 50

42. If there’s a well organised site transport system in place you will see all the following EXCEPT:

One way systems

Pedestrians and vehicles sharing the same routes

Barriers that separate pedestrians from vehicles

Speed enforced limits

Question 42 of 50

43. Which of these is true about environmental law?

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

Only a site manager 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.

Question 43 of 50

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

Find your supervisor and report it

Find your site manager and report it

Escort the child to safety immediately

Just ignore it as it’s not your problem

Question 44 of 50

45. 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 and run the foot under hot water.

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

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

Question 45 of 50

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

An excess build-up of wax in your ears

Persistent headaches

Loss of hearing

A condition known as “vibration white finger”

Constant ear infections

Question 46 of 50

47. Which of the following is NOT a class A material?

Propane

Paper

Wood

Plastic

Question 47 of 50

48. 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 48 of 50

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

You will need surgery to repair your hearing loss

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

The damage is permanent and cannot be reversed

With time, the condition may repair itself

Question 49 of 50

50. Who is responsible for recording an injury in the accident book?

The person who was injured or someone acting for them.

A Health and Safety rep.

The site manager

The supervisor.

Question 50 of 50