CSCS Mock Test (100 Multiple Choice Questions) – CSCS Mock Test | CSCS Revision

The CSCS mock test below consists of 100 multiple-choice questions covering all the areas you will need to know to pass your Health, Safety and Environment test. The questions in this practice test are similar to the ones you can find on our latest 2025 mock exam here, the only difference is the amount of questions we’ve assigned.

As with all our CSCS mock tests, there is no time limit, so please ensure you read through each question carefully, as some may require multiple answers.
Note: If a question requires multiple answers and you only give one correct answer it will not award a full mark for that question. Good luck !!!

1. 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 1 of 100

2. 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 2 of 100

3. 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 an expert to train you

Carry on and try to work it out yourself

Ask a colleague who wears one for advice

Ask for the instruction manual and figure it out yourself

Question 3 of 100

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

Safety-sign-11

Hearing protection recommended but not compulsory

No personal music players allowed

Very noisy area ahead

Hearing protection must be worn

Question 4 of 100

5. 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 5 of 100

6. Which of these must you do if you’re required to use an extension cable? (Choose 2 answers)

You must only check the length you need for damage

You must only uncoil the length you need to use

You must uncoil the entire cable

Check the entire length and cable connectors for damage

Question 6 of 100

7. 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

Get another one immediately

Wait until your break and get another one

Carry on working if it’s only a small crack

Question 7 of 100

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

Learn proper lifting and carrying techniques

Use lifting equipment

Disperse your items into smaller loads

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

Question 8 of 100

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

safety-sign-14

No entry during working hours

No access for pedestrians

No lone working

This is the authorized walking route for pedestrians

Question 9 of 100

10. All of the following statements are true about using podium steps EXCEPT?

Podiums can topple over so you must take care when reaching sideways

Like all other equipment podiums must be inspected regularly

You must ensure the wheels are locked before getting on

Podiums are 100% safe and cannot topple over

Question 10 of 100

11. One of the most important location to remember on your jobsite is:

The break room

The fire assembly point

The toilet facilities

The managers office

Question 11 of 100

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

Yes, the should be checked once a month only

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

No, hand tools do not need inspecting

No, only electrical tools need inspecting

Question 12 of 100

13. 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

You’ve temporarily damaged your hearing

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

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

Question 13 of 100

14. 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 immediately otherwise the foot will get infected.

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.

Question 14 of 100

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

Find your supervisor and inform of the situation

Leave the building immediately

Find your colleagues and take them out the building

Hide under a desk

Question 15 of 100

16. 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 the emergency assembly point is located

It tells you where the training room is located

It tells you where you should go for your break

Question 16 of 100

17. Solvents in paints and resins can lead to:

Headaches, nausea and dizziness

Other effects on the body

Lung issues

All of the above

Question 17 of 100

18. How should your body be positioned when lifting a load?

Back bent and knees straight

Back straight and feet close together

Back straight and knees bent

Back bent and feet wide as possible

Question 18 of 100

19. 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

Cutaneous (skin) contact with a hazardous materials

Constant exposure to harmful levels of noise

Constant exposure to rat droppings

Question 19 of 100

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

PPE

Health and safety signs

MSDS sheet

HSE poster

Question 20 of 100

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

Every 5 years

When your current set is damaged or soiled

Once a year

Twice a year

Question 21 of 100

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

Health and Safety Sign

No entry roof unsafe

Danger roof incomplete

Caution tripping hazards on roof

Danger fragile roof

Question 22 of 100

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

Leptospirosis

Falling from height

Electrocution

Being hit by vehicles on site

Question 23 of 100

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

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

Carry on using it but avoid going near the cut part

Report it immediately and make sure no one else uses it

Question 24 of 100

25. Which of these best describes working at height?

5m above the ground

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

6m above the ground

10m above the ground

Question 25 of 100

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

Only when you’re working with power tools

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

Question 26 of 100

27. You need to sweep up dust that was created during your shift. You should:

Place a protective mask over your nose and mouth

Dampen down the area

Ensure that there has adequate ventilation

All of these

Question 27 of 100

28. Which of these materials would you use a water fire extinguisher on?

Live electrical fires

Flammable liquids such as gasoline

Combustible metals

Paper, wood, textiles and solid materials

Question 28 of 100

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

Asbestos fibres

Bird faeces

Strong odours

Silica in dust form

Question 29 of 100

30. 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 drill small holes in your helmet to increase airflow and keep you cool

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

You can take it off for short periods of time while you’re working

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

Question 30 of 100

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

It protects your trousers

It allows you to walk faster while working

It prevents skin burns and dermatitis

It keeps your feet dry and warm

Question 31 of 100

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

Your personal mobile number.

Your driving license number.

Details of the injury you sustained.

When the accident occurred (date and time).

Question 32 of 100

33. What should you do if the ladder you’re about to use is damaged?

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

Carry on using the ladder but stay away from the damaged section

Question 33 of 100

34. What type of fire extinguisher is shown below?
Fire-Extinguisher-1

CO2 fire extinguisher

Foam fire extinguisher

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

Water fire extinguisher

Question 34 of 100

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

safety-sign-10

High visibility clothing recommended but not compulsory

High visibility clothing not necessary in this area

White clothing only must be worn in this area

High visibility clothing must be worn in this area

Question 35 of 100

36. 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 36 of 100

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

One week after you start working.

After your first shift.

At your site induction.

At your first lunch break.

Question 37 of 100

38. 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 38 of 100

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

Water

Foam

CO2

Wet chemical

Question 39 of 100

40. After discovering an unlabelled bottle of chemicals what should you do?

Ignore it because it’s in a bottle

Dispose of it immediately

Report it to your supervisor

Take a quick smell to determine what it is

Question 40 of 100

41. Prohibition notices are given to equipment that:

Should not be used until it’s made safe

Only skilled workers can use

Only supervisors can use

Only managers can use

Question 41 of 100

42. Which of these is true about using gloves while handling chemicals?

All gloves are not meant to protect against all chemicals, you’ll need to check the standards of the gloves you’re planning to use.

You can handle any type of chemicals as long as you’re wearing any gloves.

If you use barrier cream before putting on the gloves you should be protected against all chemicals.

If you put barrier cream on the gloves itself you should be protected against all chemicals.

Question 42 of 100

43. Give TWO separate answers as to how excess noise can affect your health.

A condition known as “vibration white finger”

Loss of hearing

Persistent headaches

Constant ear infections

An excess build-up of wax in your ears

Question 43 of 100

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

The correct way to do a job

How to safely use tools and equipment

Your working hours

Who is responsible for health and safety in your company

Question 44 of 100

45. Which two types of fire extinguishers should you avoid using in confined spaces? (Choose 2 answers)

CO2

Water

Dry powder

Wet chemical

Foam

Question 45 of 100

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

Irritant

Dangerous to the environment

Corrosive

Hot liquid

Question 46 of 100

47. Which of these would you not put a mobile tower scaffold on?

A concrete walkway

An abandoned parking lot

An uneven playground

An asphalt road

Question 47 of 100

48. 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 48 of 100

49. What should you do if a fire breaks out and you’ve not been trained to use a fire extinguisher?

Search the building for your supervisor and let him know

Try to use the fire extinguisher and see how it goes

Use the closest lift to exit the building

Do not use the fire extinguisher and go to your fire assembly point immediately

Question 49 of 100

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

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

It tells you the fire alarm is located here

It tells you that the fire hose reel is located here

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

It tells you the fire exit is located here

Question 50 of 100

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

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 but warn colleagues in the area

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

Question 51 of 100

52. Wet chemical fire extinguishers are identified by which colour?

Blue

Black

Yellow

Red

Question 52 of 100

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

Take it to your supervisor and ask him

Ask your colleagues if it looks like asbestos

Try to identify the distinctive smell asbestos gives off

Having it tested at a lab

Question 53 of 100

54. Ladders should never be painted because:

You will need to repaint the ladder regularly

The paint could cause a distraction to the person using the ladder

The paint can hide or mask damaged parts of the ladder

The paint causes the ladder to become slippery

Question 54 of 100

55. Hazardous substances can be identified by?

It will have a blue label on the container

The colour of the container

The colour of the substance

The symbol on the label

Question 55 of 100

56. All near misses should be reported:

On your next break

At the end of the week

As soon as possible

After your shift has ended

Question 56 of 100

57. Which types of fire extinguishers were designed specifically for tackling Class F fires?

Wet chemical fire extinguishers

CO2 fire extinguishers

Water fire extinguishers

Dry powder fire extinguishers

Question 57 of 100

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

Barriers that separate pedestrians from vehicles

Pedestrians and vehicles sharing the same routes

One way systems

Speed enforced limits

Question 58 of 100

59. If you’re working in a confined space and the gas alarm goes off you should:

Stop using any electrical tools but carry on working.

Continue working and take breaks every 5 minutes to get fresh air.

Take the alarm off.

Exit the confined space immediately.

Question 59 of 100

60. Which class of fire does magnesium and aluminium materials fall under?

Class A

Class D

Class B

Class F

Question 60 of 100

61. For maximum protection when using a mask you should:

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

All of these answers

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

Ensure you’re wearing the mask correctly

Question 61 of 100

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

Leptospirosis

Dermatitis

HAVS

Lung disease

Question 62 of 100

63. A risk assessment is important because?

It tells you who is in charge of health and safety at your worksite

It tells you where tools should be stored

It is used to delegate tasks among workers

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

Question 63 of 100

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

Carry on using it only if the floor is level

Use a rock or a piece of wood to wedge the wheels and stop them from moving

Do not use it

Ask a colleague to hold the tower while you work

Question 64 of 100

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

Write your own risk assessments

Report unsafe working practices

Provide your own PPE

Raise concerns about safety issues

Question 65 of 100

66. Besides a CO2 fire extinguisher, which type of fire extinguisher can you use on electrical fires?

Water fire extinguisher

Dry powder fire extinguisher

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

Foam fire extinguisher

Question 66 of 100

67. 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 67 of 100

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

On your signing in sheet

Discussed at your site induction

In your contract of employment

On your HSE poster

Question 68 of 100

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

safety-sign-40

Male shower facilities located here

Emergency first aid shower

Toilet and shower facilities located here

Area fitted with fire sprinklers

Question 69 of 100

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

It will damage the battery

It could start a fire

It will make the bag heavier

It will reduce the battery life

Question 70 of 100

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

Slightly Cold

Very Cold

Very Hot

Warm

Question 71 of 100

72. The colour coding for a dry powder fire extinguisher is?

Red

Blue

Black

Cream

Question 72 of 100

73. Where can you find information about hazardous substances?

Your contract of employment

Your time sheet

The COSHH assessment

Your HSE poster

Question 73 of 100

74. When using water to help control levels of dust when cutting, what should you do?

Make sure that the flow of water is adjusted correctly

Make certain that you are using as much water as possible

Pour water onto a surface before you begin cutting

Ask a co-worker to stand next to you and pour water directly onto your workspace

Question 74 of 100

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

Blue health and safety sign

Opaque eye protection must be worn

Eye protection must be worn

Eye protection recommended but not compulsory

Eye protection not needed beyond this point

Question 75 of 100

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

40°

55°

75°

50°

Question 76 of 100

77. What’s the FIRST thing you should do if someone who is working in a deep man hole collapses?

Leave the site and go home

Find your supervisor and inform him on the matter

Notify the trained rescue team immediately

Have your colleagues lower you into the man hole so you can assist

Question 77 of 100

78. Why are site inductions important?

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

It gives you the opportunity to formally meet your colleagues

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

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

Question 78 of 100

79. 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

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

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

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

Question 79 of 100

80. What should you do if you’re given a cable avoiding tool to use while working but you don’t know how to use it?

Inform your supervisor that you have not been trained to use it.

Ask someone to show you how to use it.

Carry out the task without using it.

Continue using it and figure it out as you go along.

Question 80 of 100

81. What do yellow service pipes carry in relation to underground service pipes?

Water

Electricity

Sewage and drain lines

Gas

Question 81 of 100

82. You are working with a chemical and require respiratory protective equipment (RPE). If none has been given, what do you do?

Smell the chemical to determine whether it is dangerous

Do not work until the proper equipment and training have been provided

Begin work but take breaks at five-minute intervals

Work as quickly as possible

Question 82 of 100

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

It reduces the risk of injuries

It eliminates the need for expensive lifting equipment

It allows you to work faster

It allows you to lift heavier loads

Question 83 of 100

84. Why is it important for workers using a half mask respirator to be clean shaven?

If you’re clean shaven you can use the same mask for longer periods.

The facial hair can cause an allergic reaction.

The facial hair may hamper the seal around the face.

The facial hair can block the filter very quickly.

Question 84 of 100

85. 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 85 of 100

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

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

An air borne disease that can affect your breathing

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

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

Question 86 of 100

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

You must ensure the platform can take the weight of the materials and the materials must be stored securely so they can’t fall

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

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

Question 87 of 100

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

symbols

Registered

Trademark

Question 88 of 100

89. Methane gas is very dangerous in confined spaces because: (choose 2 answers)

It could make you feel dehydrated.

It will limit the amount of oxygen you have available.

It could explode.

It will block your vision.

Question 89 of 100

90. What TWO methods can you use to reduce the amount of dust from becoming airborne?

Work carefully and slowly

Wear a protective mask

Wet cutting

Place a dust collector on the machine

Keep your area neat

Question 90 of 100

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

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

Two people can work on the same ladder if it is long enough

Only one person should work on a ladder

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

Question 91 of 100

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

Category A

Category F

Category D

Category C

Question 92 of 100

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-7

This item could explode

This item is corrosive

This item is toxic

This item is flammable

Question 93 of 100

94. A nest of pigeons along with droppings are discovered in an area where you will be working. What should you do?

Let the birds leave before continuing with your work

Continue with your tasks

Attempt to catch the birds

Cease work and ask a supervisor what you should do

Question 94 of 100

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

Green-safety-sign

Prohibition signs

Safe condition signs

Mandatory signs

Hazard warning signs

Question 95 of 100

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

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

Purchase you own supplies to top it up

Question 96 of 100

97. To operate a plant on site you must: (Choose 2 Answers)

Be over 24 years old

Be competent and trained

Be authorised

Be a UK citizen

Question 97 of 100

98. What should you do if the toilet on your worksite doesn’t work and is always in a messy state?

Avoid using the toilet

Speak to your supervisor about the problem

Investigate and try to fix the problem

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

Question 98 of 100

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

A Health and Safety rep.

The supervisor.

The person who was injured or someone acting for them.

The site manager

Question 99 of 100

100. What should you do if the guard from a power tool you need to use is missing?

Do not use the tool unless you get the correct guard fitted

Improvise and make your own

Use the tool as fast as you can to complete the task quickly

Carry on using it but be very careful and work very slowly

Question 100 of 100