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

Strong odours

Silica in dust form

Asbestos fibres

Bird faeces

Question 1 of 100

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

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.

Ask your supervisor what to say.

Question 2 of 100

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

Bandage your cuts or wounds

Move you while you’re unconscious

Prescribe and give you medicines to help you recover

Perform CPR

Question 3 of 100

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

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

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

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

An air borne disease that can affect your breathing

Question 4 of 100

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

Twice a year

Once a year

When your current set is damaged or soiled

Every 5 years

Question 5 of 100

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

At your site induction.

After your first shift.

One week after you start working.

At your first lunch break.

Question 6 of 100

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

Your working hours

The correct way to do a job

Who is responsible for health and safety in your company

How to safely use tools and equipment

Question 7 of 100

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

Wood

Plastic

Paper

Propane

Question 8 of 100

9. Prohibition notices are given to equipment that:

Only supervisors can use

Should not be used until it’s made safe

Only skilled workers can use

Only managers can use

Question 9 of 100

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

Cutaneous (skin) contact with a hazardous materials

Constant exposure to rat droppings

Constant exposure to harmful levels of noise

Breathing in hazardous substances such as dust, vapours and fumes

Question 10 of 100

11. 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 companies can be prosecuted for not following the law.

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

Question 11 of 100

12. 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 12 of 100

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

You can safely use it without PPE

You have to mix it with water before using

Only a supervisor can use it

You can have an allergic reaction to it

Question 13 of 100

14. 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 may hamper the seal around the face.

The facial hair can block the filter very quickly.

The facial hair can cause an allergic reaction.

Question 14 of 100

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

No, hand tools do not need inspecting

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

Yes, the should be checked once a month only

No, only electrical tools need inspecting

Question 15 of 100

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

Safety-sign-11

Hearing protection must be worn

Very noisy area ahead

No personal music players allowed

Hearing protection recommended but not compulsory

Question 16 of 100

17. 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 17 of 100

18. 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 only if you’re using protective gloves

Continue using the hammer but warn colleagues in the area

Continue using the hammer but use it very slowly

Question 18 of 100

19. 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.

Details of the injury you sustained.

Your personal mobile number.

When the accident occurred (date and time).

Question 19 of 100

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

Reversing

Moving forward

Lifting materials

Parked

Question 20 of 100

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

Very Hot

Slightly Cold

Very Cold

Warm

Question 21 of 100

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

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

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

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

Improvise and make your own

Question 22 of 100

23. 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

Ask for an expert to train you

Carry on and try to work it out yourself

Ask a colleague who wears one for advice

Question 23 of 100

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

Put the ladder in a corner and leave it there

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

Try to fix the ladder yourself

Question 24 of 100

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

On your signing on sheet

On your HSE poster

On your contract of employment

On the MSDS sheet

Question 25 of 100

26. 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

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

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

Question 26 of 100

27. What type of fire extinguisher is shown below?

Fire-Extinguisher-5

CO2 fire extinguisher

Dry powder fire extinguisher

Water fire extinguisher

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

Question 27 of 100

28. 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.

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

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

Question 28 of 100

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

Take a few sick days and rest

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

Have your doctor or employer arrange a hearing test for you

Place cotton wads in your ears to prevent any future damage

Question 29 of 100

30. 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 30 of 100

31. 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?

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

Your supervisor

An HSE officer

Your health and safety rep only

Question 31 of 100

32. 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)

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

You will need to re-apply for your job.

Your employer needs to inform the Health and Safety Executive.

Your employer needs to inform the emergency services.

Question 32 of 100

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

symbols

Registered

Trademark

Question 33 of 100

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

The managers office

The toilet facilities

The fire assembly point

The break room

Question 34 of 100

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

An uneven playground

An asphalt road

An abandoned parking lot

A concrete walkway

Question 35 of 100

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

All of these answers

Ensure you’re wearing the mask correctly

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

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

Question 36 of 100

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

Asbestos

Water

Paint

Dust

Question 37 of 100

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

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

Use electrical tape to cover it and then carry on working

Report it immediately and make sure no one else uses it

Question 38 of 100

39. 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 39 of 100

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

Foam

CO2

Wet chemical

Water

Question 40 of 100

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

Find your site manager and report it

Escort the child to safety immediately

Just ignore it as it’s not your problem

Find your supervisor and report it

Question 41 of 100

42. Which of these best describes working at height?

6m above the ground

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

10m above the ground

5m above the ground

Question 42 of 100

43. Are you responsible for helping to reduce the amount of waste created on-site?

No, this is the responsibility of your supervisor only.

No, this does not relate to you.

Yes, everyone on-site is responsible for reducing the amount of waste created.

No, this is the responsibility of your site manager only.

Question 43 of 100

44. 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 44 of 100

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

CO2

Dry Powder

Wet Chemical

Water

Foam

Question 45 of 100

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

Category D

Category A

Category C

Category F

Question 46 of 100

47. 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

It's not your responsibility to report this

Stay away from that area

Question 47 of 100

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

Report unsafe working practices

Raise concerns about safety issues

Write your own risk assessments

Provide your own PPE

Question 48 of 100

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

Blue health and safety sign

Eye protection recommended but not compulsory

Eye protection must be worn

Opaque eye protection must be worn

Eye protection not needed beyond this point

Question 49 of 100

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

CO2 fire extinguishers

Water fire extinguishers

Dry powder fire extinguishers

Wet chemical fire extinguishers

Question 50 of 100

51. When you are drilling, grinding, sanding or dusting, how can you protect your lungs from long-term respiratory damage?

Wear goggles and use a dust extractor or only wet-cut

Only use a FFP3-rated mask and goggles

Use a regular dust mask, goggles and hearing protection

Use a FFP3 rated mask, an extraction device or wet cut, impact goggles and hearing protection

Question 51 of 100

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

It will block your vision.

It could make you feel dehydrated.

It will limit the amount of oxygen you have available.

It could explode.

Question 52 of 100

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

Give it to your supervisor for testing

Place it in a rubbish bin and carry on working

Immediately cease work and inform colleagues

Take it outside and toss it away

Question 53 of 100

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

Black

Red

Cream

Blue

Question 54 of 100

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

HSE poster

MSDS sheet

Health and safety signs

PPE

Question 55 of 100

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

Water fire extinguisher

Dry powder fire extinguisher

Foam fire extinguisher

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

Question 56 of 100

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

A full metal shovel.

A metal shovel and rubber gloves.

An insulated shovel or spade.

A jack hammer.

Question 57 of 100

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

Wet chemical

Dry powder

Water

Foam

CO2

Question 58 of 100

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

Locate your first aider and let them check it out.

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

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

Wash it under very hot water.

Question 59 of 100

60. Disposable masks should be used no more than?

Nine working days

One day or one shift

Seven working days

Ten working days

Question 60 of 100

61. The best way to ensure a ladder is secured and won’t slip is to:

Tie it at the bottom

Have a colleague hold it while you work

Tie it at the top

Use a piece of wood to wedge the bottom

Question 61 of 100

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

health-and-safety-signs-yellow

No manual lifting should be done in this area

No industrial vehicles allowed beyond this area

Industrial vehicles are moving about

Only trained staff are allowed beyond this area

Question 62 of 100

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

Get another one immediately

Wait until your break and get another one

Carry on working if it’s only a small crack

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

Question 63 of 100

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

Lung disease

HAVS

Leptospirosis

Dermatitis

Question 64 of 100

65. 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 65 of 100

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

You will need surgery to repair your hearing loss

With time, the condition may repair itself

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

The damage is permanent and cannot be reversed

Question 66 of 100

67. Why are site inductions important?

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

It gives you the opportunity to formally meet your colleagues

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

Question 67 of 100

68. Which of these must you do if you need to run an electrical cable across an area used by vehicles? (Choose 2 answers)

Ensure that you use yellow tape to wrap it as this would make it visible to drivers

Use spare wood or scaffold boards to cover the cable

Use a protective ramp to cover the cable

Put up a “Ramp Ahead” sign

Question 68 of 100

69. What does COSHH stand for?

Control of substances hazardous to homes

Containment of substances hazardous to health

Control of substances that are hazardous and harmful

Control of substances hazardous to health

Question 69 of 100

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

safety-sign-10

High visibility clothing recommended but not compulsory

High visibility clothing must be worn in this area

High visibility clothing not necessary in this area

White clothing only must be worn in this area

Question 70 of 100

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

Foam fire extinguisher

Water fire extinguisher

CO2 fire extinguisher

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

Question 71 of 100

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

Red

Black

Cream

Blue

Question 72 of 100

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

The site manager

The person who was injured or someone acting for them.

The supervisor.

A Health and Safety rep.

Question 73 of 100

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

safety-sign-40

Male shower facilities located here

Area fitted with fire sprinklers

Emergency first aid shower

Toilet and shower facilities located here

Question 74 of 100

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

Keep your area neat

Work carefully and slowly

Wet cutting

Wear a protective mask

Place a dust collector on the machine

Question 75 of 100

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

Water

Gas

Electricity

Sewage and drain lines

Question 76 of 100

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

Continue with your tasks

Let the birds leave before continuing with your work

Attempt to catch the birds

Cease work and ask a supervisor what you should do

Question 77 of 100

78. You should tell your employer if you have contracted Weil’s disease on site because:

They will need to inform the Health and Safety Executive.

They will need to arrange pest control measures on site.

They will need to keep you in a confined working area away from other workers.

They will need to shut down the site.

Question 78 of 100

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

Let your supervisor coach you on what to say.

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

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 79 of 100

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

Work as quickly as possible

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

Question 80 of 100

81. 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

Work as quickly as possible

Begin work but take breaks at five-minute intervals

Question 81 of 100

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

Green-safety-sign

Hazard warning signs

Safe condition signs

Mandatory signs

Prohibition signs

Question 82 of 100

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

Class D

Class A

Class B

Class F

Question 83 of 100

84. 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

Climbing up ladders at work

Using a wheelbarrow to push a load

Using a forklift to lift building materials

Question 84 of 100

85. 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 to assemble here if there's a fire

It tells you that the fire hose reel is located here

It tells you the fire alarm is located here

Question 85 of 100

86. Being exposed to engine oil can cause?

Lung cancer

Temporary loss of breath

Hearing problems

Skin problems

Question 86 of 100

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

Only work for a short period of time

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

Avoid the work, as dust can harm your respiratory system

Begin working immediately; dust is hardly dangerous

Question 87 of 100

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

Report to your supervisor

Continue with your job

Complete your task then go home

Leave your job and go to the assembly point

Question 88 of 100

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

Hot liquid

Dangerous to the environment

Corrosive

Irritant

Question 89 of 100

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

Place a protective mask over your nose and mouth

All of these

Dampen down the area

Ensure that there has adequate ventilation

Question 90 of 100

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

Leptospirosis

Being hit by vehicles on site

Electrocution

Falling from height

Question 91 of 100

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

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

Try to figure it out as you go along.

Have a colleague show you what to do.

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

Question 92 of 100

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

Operate the nearest fire alarm

Call the fire brigade

Exit the building immediately using the nearest lift

Tackle the fire if safe and trained to do so

Question 93 of 100

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

On your signing in sheet

Discussed at your site induction

On your HSE poster

In your contract of employment

Question 94 of 100

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

safety-sign-14

No lone working

No entry during working hours

No access for pedestrians

This is the authorized walking route for pedestrians

Question 95 of 100

96. How many (minimum) points of contact should you have with a ladder at all times?

Question 96 of 100

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-8

Corrosive

Flammable

Explosive

Irritant

Question 97 of 100

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

safety-sign-20

It tells you where you should go for your break

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

It tells you where the training room is located

It tells you where the emergency assembly point is located

Question 98 of 100

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

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

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

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

Question 99 of 100

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

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

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

The materials only need securing if it’s going to be there overnight

Question 100 of 100