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

On your contract of employment

On your HSE poster

On your signing on sheet

On the MSDS sheet

Question 1 of 50

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-7

This item is flammable

This item is toxic

This item could explode

This item is corrosive

Question 2 of 50

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

health-and-safety-signs-yellow

Industrial vehicles are moving about

No industrial vehicles allowed beyond this area

Only trained staff are allowed beyond this area

No manual lifting should be done in this area

Question 3 of 50

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

Sweeping up rubble

Sawing wood

Cutting stones and blocks

Demolition of concrete floors or screeds

Question 4 of 50

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

Corrosive

Hot liquid

Dangerous to the environment

Irritant

Question 5 of 50

6. To operate a plant on site you must: (Choose 2 answers)

Be a UK citizen

Be over 24 years old

Be competent and trained

Be authorised

Question 6 of 50

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

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

Foam fire extinguisher

Water fire extinguisher

CO2 fire extinguisher

Question 7 of 50

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

Begin working immediately; dust is hardly dangerous

Avoid the work, as dust can harm your respiratory system

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

Only work for a short period of time

Question 8 of 50

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

HAVS

Dermatitis

Leptospirosis

Lung disease

Question 9 of 50

10. 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 immediately otherwise the foot will get infected.

Pull the nail out.

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

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

Question 10 of 50

11. If you’re working in a confined space and the gas alarm goes off you should:

Stop using any electrical tools but carry on working.

Take the alarm off.

Continue working and take breaks every 5 minutes to get fresh air.

Exit the confined space immediately.

Question 11 of 50

12. 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 a colleague who wears one for advice

Carry on and try to work it out yourself

Ask for the instruction manual and figure it out yourself

Ask for an expert to train you

Question 12 of 50

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

It allows you to lift heavier loads

It allows you to work faster

It reduces the risk of injuries

It eliminates the need for expensive lifting equipment

Question 13 of 50

14. As an employee, it’s your responsibility to do all the following EXCEPT: (Choose 2 answers)

Write your own risk assessments

Provide your own PPE

Report unsafe working practices

Raise concerns about safety issues

Question 14 of 50

15. 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 35

When the total number of employees exceeds 10

Question 15 of 50

16. Prohibition notices are given to equipment that:

Only supervisors can use

Only skilled workers can use

Should not be used until it’s made safe

Only managers can use

Question 16 of 50

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

Attempt to catch the birds

Let the birds leave before continuing with your work

Cease work and ask a supervisor what you should do

Continue with your tasks

Question 17 of 50

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

Bandage your cuts or wounds

Perform CPR

Move you while you’re unconscious

Prescribe and give you medicines to help you recover

Question 18 of 50

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

Legs

Neck

Back

Mouth and nose

Question 19 of 50

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

Do not use it

Carry on using it only if the floor is level

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

Question 20 of 50

21. 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

Avoid using the toilet

Speak to your supervisor about the problem

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

Question 21 of 50

22. Ladders should never be painted because:

You will need to repaint the ladder regularly

The paint causes the ladder to become slippery

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

The paint can hide or mask damaged parts of the ladder

Question 22 of 50

23. What should you do if the ladder you’re about to use is damaged?

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

Carry on using the ladder but stay away from the damaged section

Question 23 of 50

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

A metal shovel and rubber gloves.

An insulated shovel or spade.

A jack hammer.

A full metal shovel.

Question 24 of 50

25. Why are site inductions important?

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

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

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

It gives you the opportunity to formally meet your colleagues

Question 25 of 50

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

Environment

Protected wildlife area

No fishing in this area

Do not dump refuse here

Dangerous to the environment

Question 26 of 50

27. 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.

Your employer needs to inform the emergency services.

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

Question 27 of 50

28. 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.

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

Ask someone to show you how to use it.

Carry out the task without using it.

Question 28 of 50

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

Continue using the hammer only if you’re using protective gloves

Continue using the hammer but use it very slowly

Continue using the hammer but warn colleagues in the area

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

Question 29 of 50

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

Cutting timber during a roof construction

Using old stone to build a wall

Sanding down old paint

Plastering a ceiling in a new home

Question 30 of 50

31. 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

It will save time and avoid a mess

Dust can be harmful if it is inhaled

The tool performs better if dust is collected

Question 31 of 50

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-8

Explosive

Flammable

Irritant

Corrosive

Question 32 of 50

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

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 only if someone else holds the ladder

Two people can work on the same ladder if it is long enough

Question 33 of 50

34. Which colour coding does foam fire extinguishers fall under?

Cream

Black

Blue

Red

Question 34 of 50

35. If you have to use a ladder, what angle should you adjust the ladder to?

40°

50°

75°

55°

Question 35 of 50

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

It prevents skin burns and dermatitis

It keeps your feet dry and warm

It allows you to walk faster while working

It protects your trousers

Question 36 of 50

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

Category F

Category A

Category C

Category D

Question 37 of 50

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

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

Have a colleague show you what to do.

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

Try to figure it out as you go along.

Question 38 of 50

39. 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

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

Improvise and make your own

Do not use the tool unless you get the correct guard fitted

Question 39 of 50

40. Solvents in paints and resins can lead to:

Other effects on the body

Headaches, nausea and dizziness

Lung issues

All of the above

Question 40 of 50

41. One of the most important location to remember on your jobsite is:

The managers office

The fire assembly point

The break room

The toilet facilities

Question 41 of 50

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

Just ignore it as it’s not your problem

Find your site manager and report it

Escort the child to safety immediately

Find your supervisor and report it

Question 42 of 50

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

Dry powder fire extinguishers

Water fire extinguishers

CO2 fire extinguishers

Wet chemical fire extinguishers

Question 43 of 50

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

Smell the chemical to determine whether it is dangerous

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

Work as quickly as possible to finish the task

Begin work but take breaks at five-minute intervals

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 uncoil the entire cable

You must only uncoil the length you need to use

Check the entire length and cable connectors for damage

You must only check the length you need for damage

Question 45 of 50

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

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

Ask your supervisor what to say.

Say exactly what you saw.

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

Question 46 of 50

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

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

Inform the person who looks after the first aid box

Purchase you own supplies to top it up

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

Question 47 of 50

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

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

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

Question 48 of 50

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

Use spare wood or scaffold boards to cover the cable

Put up a “Ramp Ahead” sign

Use a protective ramp to cover the cable

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

Question 49 of 50

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

The supervisor.

The site manager

A Health and Safety rep.

The person who was injured or someone acting for them.

Question 50 of 50