CSCS Mock Test Full 2025 – CSCS Mock Test | CSCS Revision

Welcome to our latest CSCS mock test full 2025 questions. To make it easier for you to practice for your test in 2025, 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 2025.

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

Only when you’re working with hazardous chemicals

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

Only when your eyes come into direct sunlight

Only when you’re working with power tools

Question 1 of 50

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

Very Hot

Slightly Cold

Warm

Very Cold

Question 2 of 50

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

Once a year

Every 5 years

When your current set is damaged or soiled

Twice a year

Question 3 of 50

4. Why are site inductions important?

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

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

Question 4 of 50

5. 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

An action is mandatory

It's used to indicate safe conditions

Question 5 of 50

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

A Health and Safety rep.

The person who was injured or someone acting for them.

The site manager

The supervisor.

Question 6 of 50

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

75°

50°

40°

55°

Question 7 of 50

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

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

Locate your first aider and let them check it out.

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

Wash it under very hot water.

Question 8 of 50

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

Try to figure it out as you go along.

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

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

Have a colleague show you what to do.

Question 9 of 50

10. Safety footwear should be worn on-site______?

Only when you are working at height

Only when you are using power tools

At all times

Only when you are working at ground level

Question 10 of 50

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

It allows you to walk faster while working

It prevents skin burns and dermatitis

It protects your trousers

It keeps your feet dry and warm

Question 11 of 50

12. Being exposed to engine oil can cause___.

Temporary loss of breath

Skin problems

Hearing problems

Lung cancer

Question 12 of 50

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

Inform the person who looks after the first aid box

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

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 13 of 50

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

A decrease in fitness levels

Poor health

An increase in fitness levels

Good health

Question 14 of 50

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

It allows you to work faster

It reduces the risk of injuries

It allows you to lift heavier loads

It eliminates the need for expensive lifting equipment

Question 15 of 50

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

Report it to your supervisor immediately

Keep on working and report it at the end of your shift

Stay away from that area

It's not your responsibility to report this

Question 16 of 50

17. A risk assessment is important because ___.

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

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

Question 17 of 50

18. All near misses should be reported:

As soon as possible

After your shift has ended

On your next break

At the end of the week

Question 18 of 50

19. What should you do FIRST if someone is unconscious but you are not a trained first aider?

Try to perform CPR on the person

Move the person on to their back

Get medical help immediately

Slap the person to see if they would wake up

Question 19 of 50

20. 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 20 of 50

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

Report unsafe working practices

Write your own risk assessments

Raise concerns about safety issues

Provide your own PPE

Question 21 of 50

22. Which of these best describes working at height?

10m above the ground

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

5m above the ground

6m above the ground

Question 22 of 50

23. In the event of a fire you should do all the following EXCEPT:

Tackle the fire if safe and trained to do so

Exit the building immediately using the nearest lift

Call the fire brigade

Operate the nearest fire alarm

Question 23 of 50

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

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

Your supervisor only

Only the site manager can do this

Only a health and safety rep can do this

Question 24 of 50

25. Which of these is true about environmental law?

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

Both employees and companies can be prosecuted for not following the law.

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

Only companies can be prosecuted for not following the law.

Question 25 of 50

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

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

Question 26 of 50

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

Your supervisor

You are responsible

The HSE

The site manager

Question 27 of 50

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-6

It is corrosive

It is Flammable

Wash your hands before handling this chemical

Do not touch as it is very hot

Question 28 of 50

29. What does COSHH stand for?

Containment of substances hazardous to health

Control of substances hazardous to health

Control of substances that are hazardous and harmful

Control of substances hazardous to homes

Question 29 of 50

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

Fire

Fire extinguisher location

Fire assembly location

Fire hose location

Fire alarm point

Question 30 of 50

31. When using a power tool for cutting and grinding, why is it important for the dust to be collected?

Dust can be harmful if it is inhaled

It will save time and avoid a mess

The tool performs better if dust is collected

A machine guard is not necessary if the dust is collected

Question 31 of 50

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

Environment

No fishing in this area

Protected wildlife area

Do not dump refuse here

Dangerous to the environment

Question 32 of 50

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

On the MSDS sheet

On your signing on sheet

On your HSE poster

On your contract of employment

Question 33 of 50

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

Your HSE poster

Your site’s accident report book

The COSHH assessment

Your contract of employment

Question 34 of 50

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

Disperse your items into smaller loads

Use lifting equipment

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

Learn proper lifting and carrying techniques

Question 35 of 50

36. If your job requires you to use a hazardous substance whose responsibility is it to explain the health risks and safe method of work you need to follow?

Your health and safety rep only

An HSE officer

Your supervisor

No one needs to tell you; you’ll have to read the COSHH assessment for further information

Question 36 of 50

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

CO2

Foam

Water

Wet chemical

Question 37 of 50

38. 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 rat droppings

Cutaneous (skin) contact with a hazardous materials

Constant exposure to harmful levels of noise

Question 38 of 50

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

Water

Dry Powder

CO2

Foam

Wet Chemical

Question 39 of 50

40. Pedestrians are most likely injured by site vehicles when the vehicles are:

Reversing

Moving forward

Parked

Lifting materials

Question 40 of 50

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

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

No, only electrical tools need inspecting

Yes, the should be checked once a month only

No, hand tools do not need inspecting

Question 41 of 50

42. 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

Using the tool in a large, indoor area

Working outdoor on a calm day

Question 42 of 50

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-7

This item could explode

This item is toxic

This item is corrosive

This item is flammable

Question 43 of 50

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

Lung disease

HAVS

Leptospirosis

Dermatitis

Question 44 of 50

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

To prevent rats and other animals that could spread diseases

To reduce environmental side effects

To reduce the risk of slips, trips and falls

All of these

Question 45 of 50

46. Which TWO tasks below would you class as manual handling? (Choose 2 answers)

Anything where you have to physically push, pull, lift or lower a load

Using a forklift to lift building materials

Climbing up ladders at work

Using a wheelbarrow to push a load

Question 46 of 50

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

Black

Cream

Blue

Red

Question 47 of 50

48. What does your employer’s health and safety policy tell you?

The correct way to do a job

Your working hours

Who is responsible for health and safety in your company

How to safely use tools and equipment

Question 48 of 50

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

Red-and-white-health-and-safety-sign

It tells you the fire exit is located here

It tells you that the fire hose reel is located here

It tells you the fire alarm is located here

It tells you to assemble here if there's a fire

Question 49 of 50

50. You witness a near miss and the worker involved is afraid of getting into trouble, what should you do?

Take him to your supervisor immediately

Report it

Have a chat with him and ask him to be careful next time

He seems ok so all is fine

Question 50 of 50