CSCS Mock Test Full 50 Questions 2024 – CSCS Mock Test | CSCS Revision

This CSCS mock test is a full 50-question example designed to help you practice and prepare for your real Health, Safety and Environment Test in 2024. All the questions will be pulled at random from some of the core health and safety topics covered in the real CSCS test.

For the real test, you will have 45 minutes to complete 50 multiple-choice questions, you’ll need to demonstrate that you have a good theoretical knowledge of many health and safety topics before you can pass your test and apply for your CSCS card.

Most of the questions in the real test will require a single answer but there are a few which require multiple answers. In keeping with this format, we’ve added questions that require multiple answers so you can get the full experience when attempting any of our CSCS mock tests.

If a question requires two answers, you’ll need to choose both correct answers before you can get a full point for that question, so please ensure that you read each question carefully. The pass mark for this CSCS mock test is 45 out of 50. Good luck!

1. 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

You must only check the length you need for damage

Check the entire length and cable connectors for damage

Question 1 of 50

2. Guard rails placed around the top of an excavation are meant to ___.

Prevent the sides of the trench from collapsing

Prevent people from falling into the trench

Stop rainwater from running into the trench.

Stop toxic gas from forming at the bottom of the trench

Question 2 of 50

3. It is important to preserve old buildings because______.

It preserves the area’s historical record

It reduces the cost of living within the area

It drives up house prices in the area

It’s cheaper to maintain

Question 3 of 50

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

Leave the building immediately

Hide under a desk

Find your colleagues and take them out the building

Find your supervisor and inform of the situation

Question 4 of 50

5. What should you do if a Health and Safety Executive inspector asks you about a recent accident you witnessed?

Offer the inspector as much details as possible by letting him/her know exactly what you saw.

Let your supervisor coach you on what to say.

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

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

Question 5 of 50

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

Discussed at your site induction

In your contract of employment

On your HSE poster

On your signing in sheet

Question 6 of 50

7. 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 7 of 50

8. You have just finished working with a particularly noisy piece of equipment and you have a ringing in your ears. What does this symptom imply?

Your body has been exposed to excess vibration

The level of noise was high, but it was still safe

You’ve temporarily damaged your hearing

You may be coming down with the flu or a respiratory infection

Question 8 of 50

9. What should you do if the extension wire you need to use has a cut in the outer cover?

Report it immediately and make sure no one else uses it

Carry on using it but avoid going near the cut part

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

Question 9 of 50

10. Using eye protection is vital for onsite safety, when should you wear eye protection?

Only when you’re working with power tools

When the task has a potential for eye injury and if the site rules demand it

Only when you’re working with hazardous chemicals

Only when your eyes come into direct sunlight

Question 10 of 50

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

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

Ask a colleague to hold the tower while you work

Question 11 of 50

12. What should you do if you’re working in a deep trench and notice a lorry with its engine running above you?

Leave the trench immediately

Continue working – this is normal

Put on ear defenders to block out the noise

Continue working – the lorry will move eventually

Question 12 of 50

13. Protective mid-soles in your safety footwear are designed to:

Ensure your footwear remains comfortable throughout the day

Prevent you from twisting you ankle

Protect your feet from nails and other sharp objects

Prevent chemical burns if you step on hazardous chemicals

Question 13 of 50

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

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

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

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

Question 14 of 50

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

Electrocution

Being hit by vehicles on site

Leptospirosis

Falling from height

Question 15 of 50

16. 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

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

Purchase you own supplies to top it up

Question 16 of 50

17. You’re working with a new chemical/substance and you start to feel ill, what should you do?

Continue working with the substance and report it after your shift

Stop working immediately and report it to your supervisor or manager

Nothing – this is common while working with some chemicals

Stop working and go home immediately

Question 17 of 50

18. 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 18 of 50

19. Prohibition notices are given to equipment that:

Only managers can use

Should not be used until it’s made safe

Only supervisors can use

Only skilled workers can use

Question 19 of 50

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

Your health

Your skills

Your mood

Your working technique

Question 20 of 50

21. If you’re in an accident, which of these does NOT have to be recorded in the accident book? (Choose 2 answers)

Your driving license number.

Your personal mobile number.

When the accident occurred (date and time).

Details of the injury you sustained.

Question 21 of 50

22. What should you do if one of your colleague has a nail stuck in their foot and you are not a trained first aider?

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

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

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

Pull the nail out.

Question 22 of 50

23. Over time, excess noise can damage your hearing. Which of these is an early sign of this?

A rash may appear around the outside of your ear

There are no early signs

Infections of the inner ear

A ringing sound or even a temporary hearing loss may occur

Question 23 of 50

24. You believe that excess noise at the job site has damaged your hearing. What do you need to do?

There is nothing that you can do. The damage is permanent and cannot be undone

Take a few sick days and rest

Have your doctor or employer arrange a hearing test for you

Place cotton wads in your ears to prevent any future damage

Question 24 of 50

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

A full metal shovel.

An insulated shovel or spade.

A metal shovel and rubber gloves.

A jack hammer.

Question 25 of 50

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

Fire

Fire hose location

Fire assembly location

Fire extinguisher location

Fire alarm point

Question 26 of 50

27. What could happen if oxygen levels in a confined space drops below 8 percent?

Dehydration among workers

A fire or explosion could occur

Hearing issues among workers

Workers may become unconscious

Question 27 of 50

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

Two people can work on the same ladder if the supervisor approves

Only one person should work on a ladder

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 28 of 50

29. Which statement regarding asbestos is true?

Only smokers will experience health issues following exposure to asbestos

Asbestos only affects the elderly

Asbestos fibres typically enter the body through inhalation

Asbestos fibres typically enter the body through the skin

Question 29 of 50

30. Should hand tools such as saws, hammers and wire cutters be inspected?

No, only electrical tools need inspecting

Yes, you should inspect them every-time you need to use them

Yes, the should be checked once a month only

No, hand tools do not need inspecting

Question 30 of 50

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

It will reduce the battery life

It could start a fire

It will damage the battery

It will make the bag heavier

Question 31 of 50

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

Health and Safety Sign

No entry roof unsafe

Danger fragile roof

Danger roof incomplete

Caution tripping hazards on roof

Question 32 of 50

33. Why is it important for you to keep your working environment clean and tidy?

To reduce the risk of slips, trips and falls

To reduce environmental side effects

To prevent rats and other animals that could spread diseases

All of these

Question 33 of 50

34. You’re about to start working and notice your harness is damaged, what should you do?

Continue using it until you can get a new one

Borrow a harness from another worker

Continue using it and tell your supervisor at your next break

Stop all work immediately and tell your supervisor

Question 34 of 50

35. Why are site inductions important?

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

It gives you the opportunity to formally meet your colleagues

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

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

Question 35 of 50

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

Paint

Asbestos

Dust

Water

Question 36 of 50

37. Which hazardous substance is often found in cement-based roofing sheets?

Asbestos

Termites

Dry rot

Rust

Question 37 of 50

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

When the total number of employees exceeds 35

First-aid boxes are provided at the company’s discretion and are not compulsory

When the total number of employees exceeds 10

Every site should be equipped with a first-aid box regardless of the number of employees

Question 38 of 50

39. High levels of dust can be inhaled when performing tasks such as grinding, drilling, sanding and cutting. These levels are most dangerous when:

Working in a small room

Using the tool outside when it is windy

Working outdoor on a calm day

Using the tool in a large, indoor area

Question 39 of 50

40. 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

Speak to your supervisor about the problem

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

Avoid using the toilet

Question 40 of 50

41. To help prevent injuries caused by manual handling you should do all the following EXCEPT:

Disperse your items into smaller loads

Use lifting equipment

Learn proper lifting and carrying techniques

Carry as much items as possible to get the task completed faster

Question 41 of 50

42. Which of these would result in you being ordered to leave the work site immediately? (Choose 2 answers)

If you turn up to work without your driving licence

If you turn up to work 1 hour late

If you turn up to work under the influence of drugs

If you turn up to work under the influence of alcohol

Question 42 of 50

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

CO2

Wet Chemical

Foam

Water

Dry Powder

Question 43 of 50

44. What should you do if you suspect the scaffolding you are working from is unsafe?

Report it to your supervisor immediately

Continue working and wait for it to be identified at the next inspection

Report it to your supervisor at the end of the day

Try to make the necessary repairs yourself

Question 44 of 50

45. To ensure maximum protection when using a mask you should ____.

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

Ensure you’re wearing the mask correctly

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

All of these answers

Question 45 of 50

46. An excavation should be battered back or stepped if ___.

Water is present at the bottom of the trench

Buried services are present

It’s more than 5m in depth

There is a risk of the sides falling in, regardless of how deep it is

Question 46 of 50

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

Your contract of employment

Your site’s accident report book

Your HSE poster

The COSHH assessment

Question 47 of 50

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

At least 21 years old

At least 18 years old

Trained and competent

At least 16 years old

Question 48 of 50

49. 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 the presenter to explain further

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

Ask a colleague to clarify

Question 49 of 50

50. What is the safest way of entering and exiting a deep excavation?

Via an excavator bucket

Using ladders on the work-site

Via shoring or trench supports

Via a fixed staircase

Question 50 of 50