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. Which of these is true about environmental 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 a site supervisor can be prosecuted for not following the law.

Only companies can be prosecuted for not following the law.

Question 1 of 50

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

Breathing in hazardous substances such as dust, vapours and fumes

Constant exposure to harmful levels of noise

Constant exposure to rat droppings

Cutaneous (skin) contact with a hazardous materials

Question 2 of 50

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

Persistent headaches

A condition known as “vibration white finger”

An excess build-up of wax in your ears

Constant ear infections

Loss of hearing

Question 3 of 50

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

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.

They will need to inform the Health and Safety Executive.

They will need to shut down the site.

Question 4 of 50

5. 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 5 of 50

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

Take it outside and toss it away

Place it in a rubbish bin and carry on working

Give it to your supervisor for testing

Immediately cease work and inform colleagues

Question 6 of 50

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

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

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

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

Question 7 of 50

8. Being exposed to which of these items will NOT cause lung infections or diseases?

Bird faeces

Silica in dust form

Strong odours

Asbestos fibres

Question 8 of 50

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

Very Cold

Warm

Very Hot

Slightly Cold

Question 9 of 50

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

safety-sign-10

High visibility clothing recommended but not compulsory

High visibility clothing must be worn in this area

High visibility clothing not necessary in this area

White clothing only must be worn in this area

Question 10 of 50

11. What could happen to a worker's health if warning signs regarding toxic substances are ignored or mishandled?

Good health

Poor health

An increase in fitness levels

A decrease in fitness levels

Question 11 of 50

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-6

It is corrosive

Wash your hands before handling this chemical

Do not touch as it is very hot

It is Flammable

Question 12 of 50

13. 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.

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 colleague’s job.

Question 13 of 50

14. Hand-arm vibration syndrome or vibration white finger can be described as:

Frostbite that can lead to permanent damage to your arms and fingers

An air borne disease that can affect your breathing

A sign that your hands are on the way to becoming permanently injured

A severe rash on your arm that‘s caused by exposure to hazardous substances

Question 14 of 50

15. 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 15 of 50

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

It will reduce the battery life

It could start a fire

It will make the bag heavier

It will damage the battery

Question 16 of 50

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

Report it to your supervisor immediately

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

Question 17 of 50

18. Information regarding hazardous substances can be found in ___.

The COSHH assessment

Your HSE poster

Your contract of employment

Your site’s accident report book

Question 18 of 50

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

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

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

Question 19 of 50

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

On your contract of employment

On the MSDS sheet

On your HSE poster

On your signing on sheet

Question 20 of 50

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

At your first lunch break.

After your first shift.

At your site induction.

One week after you start working.

Question 21 of 50

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

Raise concerns about safety issues

Report unsafe working practices

Provide your own PPE

Write your own risk assessments

Question 22 of 50

23. What should you do if you accidentally cut your finger and you can’t get it to stop bleeding?

Continue working and check it out later when you get home.

Wash it under very hot water.

Locate your first aider and let them check it out.

Tie a piece of cloth around it and go back to work.

Question 23 of 50

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

At least 21 years old

At least 16 years old

At least 18 years old

Trained and competent

Question 24 of 50

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

Have a colleague hold it while you work

Use a piece of wood to wedge the bottom

Tie it at the bottom

Tie it at the top

Question 25 of 50

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

Fire

Fire alarm point

Fire extinguisher location

Fire hose location

Fire assembly location

Question 26 of 50

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

Red

Blue

Black

Cream

Question 27 of 50

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

Prescribe and give you medicines to help you recover

Bandage your cuts or wounds

Move you while you’re unconscious

Perform CPR

Question 28 of 50

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

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

Wear a second mask above the first

Begin your work but take regular breaks

Work as quickly as possible

Question 29 of 50

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

Environment

Protected wildlife area

Do not dump refuse here

Dangerous to the environment

No fishing in this area

Question 30 of 50

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

Green-safety-sign

Mandatory signs

Prohibition signs

Safe condition signs

Hazard warning signs

Question 31 of 50

32. 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 32 of 50

33. What type of fire extinguisher is shown below?

Fire-Extinguisher-2

Foam

Dry powder

Water

Wet chemical

Question 33 of 50

34. Where can you find information about hazardous substances?

Your time sheet

Your contract of employment

The COSHH assessment

Your HSE poster

Question 34 of 50

35. Which of these TWO types of fire extinguishers are most suitable for use on electrical fires? (Choose 2 answers)

Dry Powder

Water

Wet Chemical

Foam

CO2

Question 35 of 50

36. 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 if it is long enough

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

Question 36 of 50

37. Safety footwear should be worn on-site______?

Only when you are using power tools

Only when you are working at ground level

At all times

Only when you are working at height

Question 37 of 50

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

Question 38 of 50

39. What does COSHH stand for?

Control of substances hazardous to homes

Control of substances hazardous to health

Containment of substances hazardous to health

Control of substances that are hazardous and harmful

Question 39 of 50

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

40°

50°

75°

55°

Question 40 of 50

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

CO2

Foam

Wet chemical

Water

Question 41 of 50

42. The best way to tell if a specific substance is asbestos is by:

Having it tested at a lab

Ask your colleagues if it looks like asbestos

Try to identify the distinctive smell asbestos gives off

Take it to your supervisor and ask him

Question 42 of 50

43. You have to work with hazardous substances, what should your employer check regularly?

Your mood

Your health

Your working technique

Your skills

Question 43 of 50

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

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.

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

Question 44 of 50

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

Health and Safety Sign

Caution tripping hazards on roof

No entry roof unsafe

Danger roof incomplete

Danger fragile roof

Question 45 of 50

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

Continue using the hammer but warn colleagues in the area

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

Continue using the hammer but use it very slowly

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

Question 46 of 50

47. What should you do if you accidentally drop your safety helmet and crack it?

Carry on working if it’s only a small crack

Get another one immediately

Wait until the end of your shift and get another one for the next day

Wait until your break and get another one

Question 47 of 50

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

A full metal shovel.

A jack hammer.

A metal shovel and rubber gloves.

An insulated shovel or spade.

Question 48 of 50

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

Find your colleagues and take them out the building

Leave the building immediately

Find your supervisor and inform of the situation

Hide under a desk

Question 49 of 50

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

Health and safety sign for cscs test

Protective gloves recommended but not necessary

Use barrier cream

Hand washing area

Protective gloves must be worn

Question 50 of 50