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 2024 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. 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 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

Question 1 of 100

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

Very Hot

Very Cold

Warm

Slightly Cold

Question 2 of 100

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

Blue health and safety sign

Eye protection not needed beyond this point

Eye protection recommended but not compulsory

Eye protection must be worn

Opaque eye protection must be worn

Question 3 of 100

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

health-and-safety-signs-yellow

No manual lifting should be done in this area

Industrial vehicles are moving about

No industrial vehicles allowed beyond this area

Only trained staff are allowed beyond this area

Question 4 of 100

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

Foam fire extinguisher

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

Water fire extinguisher

CO2 fire extinguisher

Question 5 of 100

6. 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 6 of 100

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

Protect your feet from nails and other sharp objects

Prevent chemical burns if you step on hazardous chemicals

Ensure your footwear remains comfortable throughout the day

Prevent you from twisting you ankle

Question 7 of 100

8. What does COSHH stand for?

Control of substances hazardous to homes

Control of substances hazardous to health

Containment of substances hazardous to health

Control of substances that are hazardous and harmful

Question 8 of 100

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

Environment

Do not dump refuse here

Dangerous to the environment

Protected wildlife area

No fishing in this area

Question 9 of 100

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

Wait until your break and get another one

Carry on working if it’s only a small crack

Get another one immediately

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

Question 10 of 100

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

Have your doctor or employer arrange a hearing test for you

Take a few sick days and rest

Place cotton wads in your ears to prevent any future damage

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

Question 11 of 100

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

At your first lunch break.

One week after you start working.

At your site induction.

After your first shift.

Question 12 of 100

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

Parked

Reversing

Moving forward

Lifting materials

Question 13 of 100

14. What type of fire extinguisher is shown below?

Fire-Extinguisher-4

Dry powder fire extinguisher

CO2 fire extinguisher

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

Foam fire extinguisher

Question 14 of 100

15. 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 15 of 100

16. Which of the following is NOT a class A material?

Paper

Wood

Propane

Plastic

Question 16 of 100

17. What should you do if you’re working in a deep trench and you start to feel dizzy?

Continue working and let the dizziness pass on its own.

Get out then take a few minutes then go back in.

Get out immediately and take everyone who is working with you then report it.

Sit down and take a few minutes to recover.

Question 17 of 100

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

The person who was injured or someone acting for them.

The supervisor.

A Health and Safety rep.

The site manager

Question 18 of 100

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

safety-sign-10

High visibility clothing must be worn in this area

High visibility clothing recommended but not compulsory

White clothing only must be worn in this area

High visibility clothing not necessary in this area

Question 19 of 100

20. Disposable masks should be used no more than?

Ten working days

Seven working days

Nine working days

One day or one shift

Question 20 of 100

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-8

Corrosive

Explosive

Irritant

Flammable

Question 21 of 100

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

Exit the confined space immediately.

Take the alarm off.

Stop using any electrical tools but carry on working.

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

Question 22 of 100

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

Being hit by vehicles on site

Electrocution

Leptospirosis

Falling from height

Question 23 of 100

24. What should you do if you discover a child wondering around on a construction site?

Find your site manager and report it

Just ignore it as it’s not your problem

Escort the child to safety immediately

Find your supervisor and report it

Question 24 of 100

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

Stay away from that area

It's not your responsibility to report this

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

Report it to your supervisor immediately

Question 25 of 100

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

Dry powder fire extinguisher

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

Foam fire extinguisher

Water fire extinguisher

Question 26 of 100

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

Learn proper lifting and carrying techniques

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

Use lifting equipment

Disperse your items into smaller loads

Question 27 of 100

28. All near misses should be reported:

As soon as possible

At the end of the week

After your shift has ended

On your next break

Question 28 of 100

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

Perform CPR

Prescribe and give you medicines to help you recover

Bandage your cuts or wounds

Move you while you’re unconscious

Question 29 of 100

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

Foam

Water

Dry powder

CO2

Wet chemical

Question 30 of 100

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

You have to mix it with water before using

You can safely use it without PPE

Only a supervisor can use it

You can have an allergic reaction to it

Question 31 of 100

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

Take a quick smell to determine what it is

Dispose of it immediately

Ignore it because it’s in a bottle

Report it to your supervisor

Question 32 of 100

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

A condition known as “vibration white finger”

Constant ear infections

An excess build-up of wax in your ears

Loss of hearing

Persistent headaches

Question 33 of 100

34. Checking a ladder before use should be done by?

Your supervisor

Your health and safety rep

The site manager

The person about to use it

Question 34 of 100

35. Which of these tasks does NOT cause silica dust to enter into the air?

Cutting stones and blocks

Sawing wood

Sweeping up rubble

Demolition of concrete floors or screeds

Question 35 of 100

36. Prohibition notices are given to equipment that:

Should not be used until it’s made safe

Only supervisors can use

Only skilled workers can use

Only managers can use

Question 36 of 100

37. 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?

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

Ask for an expert to train you

Question 37 of 100

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

Yes, the should be checked once a month only

No, only electrical tools need inspecting

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

No, hand tools do not need inspecting

Question 38 of 100

39. 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.

Pull the nail out.

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

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

Question 39 of 100

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

Trained and competent

At least 16 years old

At least 18 years old

At least 21 years old

Question 40 of 100

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

Wet cutting

Wear a protective mask

Keep your area neat

Place a dust collector on the machine

Work carefully and slowly

Question 41 of 100

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

Blue

Red

Black

Yellow

Question 42 of 100

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

Red

Blue

Cream

Black

Question 43 of 100

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

Begin working immediately; dust is hardly dangerous

Only work for a short period of time

Avoid the work, as dust can harm your respiratory system

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

Question 44 of 100

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

Raise concerns about safety issues

Provide your own PPE

Report unsafe working practices

Write your own risk assessments

Question 45 of 100

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

A machine guard is not necessary if the dust is collected

Dust can be harmful if it is inhaled

The tool performs better if dust is collected

It will save time and avoid a mess

Question 46 of 100

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

Try to use the fire extinguisher and see how it goes

Search the building for your supervisor and let him know

Use the closest lift to exit the building

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

Question 47 of 100

48. Who should provide the first aid box at your worksite?

You will need to bring your own.

Your employer need to provide the first aid box.

You and your colleagues will need to sub and buy one.

First aid boxes are not compulsory.

Question 48 of 100

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

Health and safety sign for cscs test

Hand washing area

Use barrier cream

Protective gloves recommended but not necessary

Protective gloves must be worn

Question 49 of 100

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

safety-sign-20

It tells you where the training room is located

It tells you where the emergency assembly point is located

It tells you where you should go for your break

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

Question 50 of 100

51. 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 51 of 100

52. What do yellow and black health and safety signs like the one below mean?

Health-and-Safety-Sign-11

They're hazard warning signs

They're used to indicate that an action is mandatory

They're used to indicate safe conditions

An action is mandatory

Question 52 of 100

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

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

Say exactly what you saw.

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

Ask your supervisor what to say.

Question 53 of 100

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

Dry Powder

Water

Foam

Wet Chemical

CO2

Question 54 of 100

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

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

Stop using the hammer and get another that’s appropriate for the job

Continue using the hammer but warn colleagues in the area

Continue using the hammer but use it very slowly

Question 55 of 100

56. Why are site inductions important?

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

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

Question 56 of 100

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

Avoid using the toilet

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

Investigate and try to fix the problem

Speak to your supervisor about the problem

Question 57 of 100

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

It will block your vision.

It will limit the amount of oxygen you have available.

It could explode.

It could make you feel dehydrated.

Question 58 of 100

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

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

Only when you’re working with power tools

Only when your eyes come into direct sunlight

Only when you’re working with hazardous chemicals

Question 59 of 100

60. Ladders should never be painted because:

The paint causes the ladder to become slippery

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

You will need to repaint the ladder regularly

The paint can hide or mask damaged parts of the ladder

Question 60 of 100

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

Red

Black

Blue

Cream

Question 61 of 100

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

Your working hours

How to safely use tools and equipment

Who is responsible for health and safety in your company

The correct way to do a job

Question 62 of 100

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

All of these answers

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

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

Ensure you’re wearing the mask correctly

Question 63 of 100

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

Green-safety-sign

Mandatory signs

Hazard warning signs

Safe condition signs

Prohibition signs

Question 64 of 100

65. 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 a health and safety rep can do this

Only the site manager can do this

Question 65 of 100

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

safety-sign-40

Emergency first aid shower

Toilet and shower facilities located here

Male shower facilities located here

Area fitted with fire sprinklers

Question 66 of 100

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

Health and Safety Sign

Caution tripping hazards on roof

Danger fragile roof

No entry roof unsafe

Danger roof incomplete

Question 67 of 100

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

Class F

Class B

Class D

Class A

Question 68 of 100

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

It allows you to lift heavier loads

It reduces the risk of injuries

It eliminates the need for expensive lifting equipment

It allows you to work faster

Question 69 of 100

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

Ask a colleague to hold the tower while you work

Carry on using it only if the floor is level

Do not use it

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

Question 70 of 100

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

symbols

Trademark

Registered

Question 71 of 100

72. 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 colleague’s job.

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

Question 72 of 100

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

You are responsible

Your supervisor

The HSE

The site manager

Question 73 of 100

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

Podiums are 100% safe and cannot topple over

You must ensure the wheels are locked before getting on

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

Like all other equipment podiums must be inspected regularly

Question 74 of 100

75. 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.

Give them lots of water 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.

Question 75 of 100

76. If an HSE inspector visits your site what should you do?

Continue with your job

Complete your task then go home

Report to your supervisor

Leave your job and go to the assembly point

Question 76 of 100

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

Details of the injury you sustained.

Your personal mobile number.

When the accident occurred (date and time).

Your driving license number.

Question 77 of 100

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

Water

Electricity

Sewage and drain lines

Gas

Question 78 of 100

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-7

This item is toxic

This item is flammable

This item could explode

This item is corrosive

Question 79 of 100

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

Category D

Category F

Category C

Category A

Question 80 of 100

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

When the total number of employees exceeds 35

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

When the total number of employees exceeds 10

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

Question 81 of 100

82. 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

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

Inform the person who looks after the first aid box

Question 82 of 100

83. Upon discovering asbestos on a work site what should you do?

Place it in a rubbish bin and carry on working

Immediately cease work and inform colleagues

Take it outside and toss it away

Give it to your supervisor for testing

Question 83 of 100

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

Working outdoor on a calm day

Working in a small room

Using the tool outside when it is windy

Using the tool in a large, indoor area

Question 84 of 100

85. Being exposed to engine oil can cause?

Skin problems

Lung cancer

Hearing problems

Temporary loss of breath

Question 85 of 100

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

Fire

Fire assembly location

Fire hose location

Fire extinguisher location

Fire alarm point

Question 86 of 100

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

Dermatitis

Lung disease

Leptospirosis

HAVS

Question 87 of 100

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

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

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

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

Improvise and make your own

Question 88 of 100

89. 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 89 of 100

90. 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?

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

Your body has been exposed to excess vibration

You’ve temporarily damaged your hearing

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

Question 90 of 100

91. 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)

Your employer needs to inform the emergency services.

You will need to re-apply for your job.

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

Your employer needs to inform the Health and Safety Executive.

Question 91 of 100

92. Hazardous substances can be identified by?

The symbol on the label

The colour of the substance

It will have a blue label on the container

The colour of the container

Question 92 of 100

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

The facial hair may hamper the seal around the face.

The facial hair can cause an allergic reaction.

The facial hair can block the filter very quickly.

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

Question 93 of 100

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

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

Make certain that you are using as much water as possible

Make sure that the flow of water is adjusted correctly

Pour water onto a surface before you begin cutting

Question 94 of 100

95. 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 to assemble here if there's a fire

It tells you that the fire hose reel is located here

It tells you the fire exit is located here

Question 95 of 100

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

Using a wheelbarrow to push a load

Using a forklift to lift building materials

Climbing up ladders at work

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

Question 96 of 100

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

Dust

Paint

Asbestos

Water

Question 97 of 100

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

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

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.

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

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

Question 98 of 100

99. Occupational asthma can make it impossible to work with specific materials. How is it caused?

Constant exposure to harmful levels of noise

Constant exposure to rat droppings

Breathing in hazardous substances such as dust, vapours and fumes

Cutaneous (skin) contact with a hazardous materials

Question 99 of 100

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

Ensure that there has adequate ventilation

Dampen down the area

All of these

Place a protective mask over your nose and mouth

Question 100 of 100