CSCS Mock Test – General Responsibilities

The CSCS mock test below is designed to help you practice for the real CSCS examination; the questions are based on a wide variety of topics that are likely to appear on the exam.

Just like the official CSCS test, these questions have 4 possible answers and only one answer is correct for each question. These CSCS practice questions are aimed primarily at candidates taking the operatives test.

To pass the real CSCS operative test you’ll need to answer 37 out of 50 questions correctly, these 50 questions are divided into 2 sections, firstly you’ll need to test your reaction to safety-critical situations by passing the behavioural case study questions which are basically 12 questions which focus primarily on the principles conveyed in the film setting out.

This is immediately followed by the remaining 38 questions which are known as the knowledge questions.

To pass and get your CSCS card you’ll need to score a minimum of 37 correct answers. Here are a few examples of what the CSCS test will look like, the answers to these CSCS practice questions are at the end of the questions below.

1. All near misses should be reported because:

A.  Someone needs to be blamed

B.  Compensation needs to be paid

C.  It helps to prevent the same accident in the future

D.  Someone needs to be fired

 

2. What should you consider when lifting a load:

A.  How much does it weigh

B.  The size and shape of the object

C.  Does it have any lifting handles

D.  All of the above

 

3. Why should you attend a site induction?

A.  You will receive a permit to work

B.  You will receive risk assessments

C.  To meet other new workers

D.  Health and safety rules for the site will be explained

 

4. When lifting a load you should always try to?

A.  Lift it with one hand

B.  Keep knees straight and bend your back

C.  Put the load on your shoulder

D.  Divide the load into smaller loads

 

5. What must your employer do if you have to lift a load?

A.  Be present while you lift the load

B.  Nothing, it’s your responsibility

C.  Provide a risk assessment of the task

D.  Make sure your supervisor watches you while you lift the load

 

6. Lifting heavy loads will most likely cause injury to :

A.  Your neck

B.  Your back

C.  Your ankle

D.  Your wrist

 

7. To lift a load from the floor you should stand with your:

A.  Knees straight and feet together

B.  Feet as wide as possible

C.  Knees straight and back bent

D.  Feet slightly apart and knees bent

 

8. Why should you keep your work area clean and tidy?

A.  To make your supervisor happy

B.  To avoid a huge cleanup at the end of the week

C.  To prevent slips, trips and falls

D.  To keep track of your tools and equipment

 

9. How can you tell if a load is too heavy to lift?

A.  Pick it up slightly off the ground then drop it

B.  Check the weight of the load on the description

C.  Calculate the length by the height

D.  If the height is below your knees it’s ok to lift it

 

10. Everyone can help to prevent accidents by:

A.  Learning to use a fire extinguisher

B.  Reporting all unsafe working conditions

C.  Doing the job how they think is best

D.  Knowing where the first aid kit is kept

Answers to this CSCS Practice Test
1. C   2. D   3. D   4. D   5. C   6. B   7. D   8. C   9. B   10. B

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