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. Being exposed to engine oil can cause___.

Skin problems

Lung cancer

Temporary loss of breath

Hearing problems

Question 1 of 50

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

No, only electrical tools need inspecting

No, hand tools do not need inspecting

Yes, the should be checked once a month only

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

Question 2 of 50

3. What type of fire extinguisher is shown below?

Fire-Extinguisher-5

CO2 fire extinguisher

Water fire extinguisher

Dry powder fire extinguisher

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

Question 3 of 50

4. Checking a ladder before use should be done by ___.

The site manager

Your health and safety rep

The person about to use it

Your supervisor

Question 4 of 50

5. If there’s a well organised site transport system in place you will see all the following EXCEPT:

One way systems

Barriers that separate pedestrians from vehicles

Speed enforced limits

Pedestrians and vehicles sharing the same routes

Question 5 of 50

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

Twice a year

Once a year

Every 5 years

When your current set is damaged or soiled

Question 6 of 50

7. Which of the following is a physical means of protection?

Health and safety signs

PPE

HSE poster

MSDS sheet

Question 7 of 50

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

Using the tool outside when it is windy

Working in a small room

Using the tool in a large, indoor area

Working outdoor on a calm day

Question 8 of 50

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

Avoid the work, as dust can harm your respiratory system

Begin working immediately; dust is hardly dangerous

Only work for a short period of time

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

Question 9 of 50

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

safety-sign-14

No lone working

No access for pedestrians

This is the authorized walking route for pedestrians

No entry during working hours

Question 10 of 50

11. 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

Avoid using the toilet

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

Question 11 of 50

12. 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

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

Question 12 of 50

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

It keeps your feet dry and warm

It allows you to walk faster while working

It protects your trousers

It prevents skin burns and dermatitis

Question 13 of 50

14. What type of fire extinguisher is shown below?

Fire-Extinguisher-3

CO2 fire extinguisher

Foam fire extinguisher

Dry powder fire extinguisher

Water fire extinguisher

Question 14 of 50

15. All near misses should be reported:

As soon as possible

On your next break

After your shift has ended

At the end of the week

Question 15 of 50

16. If you see the word “SENSITISER” on a bottled substance, this means that____.

You have to mix it with water before using

Only a supervisor can use it

You can safely use it without PPE

You can have an allergic reaction to it

Question 16 of 50

17. What does the health and safety sign below tell you?

safety-sign-20

It tells you where you need to sign in before starting work

It tells you where you should go for your break

It tells you where the training room is located

It tells you where the emergency assembly point is located

Question 17 of 50

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

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

Inform the person who looks after the first aid box

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

Question 18 of 50

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

Being hit by vehicles on site

Leptospirosis

Falling from height

Electrocution

Question 19 of 50

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

Tackle the fire if safe and trained to do so

Call the fire brigade

Exit the building immediately using the nearest lift

Operate the nearest fire alarm

Question 20 of 50

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

An insulated shovel or spade.

A jack hammer.

A full metal shovel.

A metal shovel and rubber gloves.

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

Write your own risk assessments

Report unsafe working practices

Provide your own PPE

Question 22 of 50

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

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

Wait until your break and get another one

Carry on working if it’s only a small crack

Get another one immediately

Question 23 of 50

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

Red

Black

Cream

Blue

Question 24 of 50

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-8

Irritant

Flammable

Explosive

Corrosive

Question 25 of 50

26. 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)

You will need to re-apply for your job.

Your employer needs to inform the emergency services.

Your employer needs to inform the Health and Safety Executive.

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

Question 26 of 50

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

CO2

Wet chemical

Water

Foam

Question 27 of 50

28. 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

It's used to indicate safe conditions

An action is mandatory

Question 28 of 50

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

Ask your supervisor what to say.

Say exactly what you saw.

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

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

Question 29 of 50

30. 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 for the instruction manual and figure it out yourself

Carry on and try to work it out yourself

Ask for an expert to train you

Ask a colleague who wears one for advice

Question 30 of 50

31. 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 and run the foot under hot water.

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

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

Pull the nail out.

Question 31 of 50

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

Immediately cease work and inform colleagues

Give it to your supervisor for testing

Place it in a rubbish bin and carry on working

Take it outside and toss it away

Question 32 of 50

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

Paint

Asbestos

Dust

Water

Question 33 of 50

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

It will save time and avoid a mess

The tool performs better if dust is collected

Dust can be harmful if it is inhaled

A machine guard is not necessary if the dust is collected

Question 34 of 50

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

Water

Foam

Wet Chemical

CO2

Dry Powder

Question 35 of 50

36. 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 36 of 50

37. If you want to be a first aider at work you should___.

Arrange for your employer to put you on a first aider’s course

Observe someone who is a trained first aider to see what they are doing

Purchase an introduction to first aid hand-book and then you can treat people at work

Ask a colleague to give you a few pointers and then you can treat people

Question 37 of 50

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

Category F

Category D

Category C

Category A

Question 38 of 50

39. 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.

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

Wash it under very hot water.

Locate your first aider and let them check it out.

Question 39 of 50

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

It allows you to work faster

It reduces the risk of injuries

It eliminates the need for expensive lifting equipment

It allows you to lift heavier loads

Question 40 of 50

41. Which image below tells you that the PPE you’re wearing confirms with health, safety, and environmental protection standards?

Trademark

Registered

Question 41 of 50

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

Safety-sign-11

No personal music players allowed

Hearing protection recommended but not compulsory

Very noisy area ahead

Hearing protection must be worn

Question 42 of 50

43. Which of the following hazardous materials should be identified when going through a construction health and safety checklist?

Noise levels, vibration levels, asbestos and cement

Dust, paint, solvents and noise levels

Cement, paints, asbestos and noise levels

Lead, solvents, asbestos and cement

Question 43 of 50

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

Begin your work but take regular breaks

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

Work as quickly as possible

Wear a second mask above the first

Question 44 of 50

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

You are responsible

The HSE

The site manager

Your supervisor

Question 45 of 50

46. Safety footwear should be worn on-site______?

At all times

Only when you are working at ground level

Only when you are working at height

Only when you are using power tools

Question 46 of 50

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

Move you while you’re unconscious

Perform CPR

Bandage your cuts or wounds

Prescribe and give you medicines to help you recover

Question 47 of 50

48. What should you do if you suspect someone about to start working on-site is under the influence of alcohol?

Give them coffee before they start working.

Tell them to sit in the canteen for an hour before starting work.

Speak to your supervisor and inform him about your concerns.

Give them lots of water before they start working.

Question 48 of 50

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

The COSHH assessment

Your site’s accident report book

Your contract of employment

Your HSE poster

Question 49 of 50

50. Over time, excess noise can damage your ability to hear. Can such a condition be reversed?

The damage is permanent and cannot be reversed

Yes, but you will be forced to change your current job

You will need surgery to repair your hearing loss

With time, the condition may repair itself

Question 50 of 50