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

Dry powder fire extinguisher

Foam fire extinguisher

Water fire extinguisher

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

Question 1 of 100

2. What type of fire extinguisher is shown below?

Fire-Extinguisher-3

Foam fire extinguisher

Water fire extinguisher

CO2 fire extinguisher

Dry powder fire extinguisher

Question 2 of 100

3. Solvents in paints and resins can lead to:

Headaches, nausea and dizziness

All of the above

Lung issues

Other effects on the body

Question 3 of 100

4. 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

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

Get another one immediately

Question 4 of 100

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

Find your colleagues and take them out the building

Find your supervisor and inform of the situation

Leave the building immediately

Hide under a desk

Question 5 of 100

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

Your supervisor

Your health and safety rep

The person about to use it

The site manager

Question 6 of 100

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

Complete your task then go home

Report to your supervisor

Continue with your job

Leave your job and go to the assembly point

Question 7 of 100

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

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

Ask a colleague to hold the tower while you work

Do not use it

Carry on using it only if the floor is level

Question 8 of 100

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-8

Corrosive

Flammable

Irritant

Explosive

Question 9 of 100

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

Take a quick smell to determine what it is

Report it to your supervisor

Dispose of it immediately

Ignore it because it’s in a bottle

Question 10 of 100

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

It reduces the risk of injuries

It allows you to work faster

It allows you to lift heavier loads

It eliminates the need for expensive lifting equipment

Question 11 of 100

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

Environment

Protected wildlife area

No fishing in this area

Dangerous to the environment

Do not dump refuse here

Question 12 of 100

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

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

Inform the person who looks after the first aid box

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 100

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

Category D

Category A

Category C

Category F

Question 14 of 100

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

Wet Chemical

Dry Powder

CO2

Water

Foam

Question 15 of 100

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

Blue

Black

Red

Cream

Question 16 of 100

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

Leptospirosis

HAVS

Dermatitis

Lung disease

Question 17 of 100

18. What type of fire extinguisher is shown below?

Fire-Extinguisher-4

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

CO2 fire extinguisher

Foam fire extinguisher

Dry powder fire extinguisher

Question 18 of 100

19. 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.

Pull the nail out.

Pull the nail out and run the foot under hot water.

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

Question 19 of 100

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

safety-sign-10

High visibility clothing not necessary in this area

High visibility clothing must be worn in this area

White clothing only must be worn in this area

High visibility clothing recommended but not compulsory

Question 20 of 100

21. 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

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

Your supervisor

An HSE officer

Question 21 of 100

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

The COSHH assessment

Your contract of employment

Your HSE poster

Your site’s accident report book

Question 22 of 100

23. What does COSHH stand for?

Control of substances that are hazardous and harmful

Control of substances hazardous to health

Containment of substances hazardous to health

Control of substances hazardous to homes

Question 23 of 100

24. 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, you should inspect them every-time you need to use them

Yes, the should be checked once a month only

Question 24 of 100

25. Hazardous substances can be identified by?

The colour of the substance

It will have a blue label on the container

The symbol on the label

The colour of the container

Question 25 of 100

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

Black

Red

Cream

Blue

Question 26 of 100

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

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

Take a few sick days and rest

Place cotton wads in your ears to prevent any future damage

Have your doctor or employer arrange a hearing test for you

Question 27 of 100

28. 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

He seems ok so all is fine

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

Report it

Question 28 of 100

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

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

Exit the confined space immediately.

Take the alarm off.

Stop using any electrical tools but carry on working.

Question 29 of 100

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

Use lifting equipment

Disperse your items into smaller loads

Learn proper lifting and carrying techniques

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

Question 30 of 100

31. 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 31 of 100

32. 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

The tool performs better if dust is collected

It will save time and avoid a mess

A machine guard is not necessary if the dust is collected

Question 32 of 100

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

Water fire extinguishers

Wet chemical fire extinguishers

Dry powder fire extinguishers

CO2 fire extinguishers

Question 33 of 100

34. 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 meet the site manager and supervisors

It gives you the opportunity to formally meet your colleagues

Question 34 of 100

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

Class B

Class D

Class A

Class F

Question 35 of 100

36. 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

All of these

To reduce the risk of slips, trips and falls

Question 36 of 100

37. 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

Find your supervisor and report it

Just ignore it as it’s not your problem

Question 37 of 100

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

Safety-sign-11

Very noisy area ahead

Hearing protection recommended but not compulsory

Hearing protection must be worn

No personal music players allowed

Question 38 of 100

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

On your signing on sheet

On the MSDS sheet

On your contract of employment

On your HSE poster

Question 39 of 100

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

First aid boxes are not compulsory.

You will need to bring your own.

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

Your employer need to provide the first aid box.

Question 40 of 100

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

Twice a year

Every 5 years

Once a year

When your current set is damaged or soiled

Question 41 of 100

42. 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 42 of 100

43. Which of these is true about environmental 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.

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

Question 43 of 100

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

Slap the person to see if they would wake up

Get medical help immediately

Try to perform CPR on the person

Move the person on to their back

Question 44 of 100

45. 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 45 of 100

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

Back bent and feet wide as possible

Back bent and knees straight

Back straight and knees bent

Back straight and feet close together

Question 46 of 100

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

All of these

Place a protective mask over your nose and mouth

Dampen down the area

Ensure that there has adequate ventilation

Question 47 of 100

48. 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 48 of 100

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

Health and safety signs

PPE

HSE poster

MSDS sheet

Question 49 of 100

50. 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

Perform CPR

Prescribe and give you medicines to help you recover

Question 50 of 100

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

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

With time, the condition may repair itself

The damage is permanent and cannot be reversed

You will need surgery to repair your hearing loss

Question 51 of 100

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

The HSE

You are responsible

Your supervisor

The site manager

Question 52 of 100

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

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

No, this does not relate to you.

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

No, this is the responsibility of your supervisor only.

Question 53 of 100

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

The facial hair can block the filter very quickly.

The facial hair can cause an allergic reaction.

The facial hair may hamper the seal around the face.

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

Question 54 of 100

55. 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 55 of 100

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-6

It is Flammable

Do not touch as it is very hot

It is corrosive

Wash your hands before handling this chemical

Question 56 of 100

57. 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

Improvise and make your own

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

Question 57 of 100

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

Be a UK citizen

Be competent and trained

Be authorised

Be over 24 years old

Question 58 of 100

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

Sweeping up rubble

Sawing wood

Cutting stones and blocks

Demolition of concrete floors or screeds

Question 59 of 100

60. 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.

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

Locate your first aider and let them check it out.

Question 60 of 100

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

Begin work but take breaks at five-minute intervals

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

Smell the chemical to determine whether it is dangerous

Work as quickly as possible

Question 61 of 100

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

Lifting materials

Parked

Moving forward

Reversing

Question 62 of 100

63. A risk assessment is important because?

It tells you where tools should be stored

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

It is used to delegate tasks among workers

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

Question 63 of 100

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

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

Investigate and try to fix the problem

Question 64 of 100

65. 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 65 of 100

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

Asbestos fibres

Bird faeces

Silica in dust form

Strong odours

Question 66 of 100

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

Dust

Paint

Asbestos

Water

Question 67 of 100

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

Water

CO2

Foam

Wet chemical

Question 68 of 100

69. Being exposed to engine oil can cause?

Hearing problems

Skin problems

Temporary loss of breath

Lung cancer

Question 69 of 100

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

Health and safety sign for cscs test

Protective gloves must be worn

Use barrier cream

Protective gloves recommended but not necessary

Hand washing area

Question 70 of 100

71. 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.

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

Carry out the task without using it.

Question 71 of 100

72. 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

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

Use a regular dust mask, goggles and hearing protection

Only use a FFP3-rated mask and goggles

Question 72 of 100

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

health-and-safety-signs-yellow

Only trained staff are allowed beyond this area

Industrial vehicles are moving about

No manual lifting should be done in this area

No industrial vehicles allowed beyond this area

Question 73 of 100

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-9

Chest protection must be worn

Substance is highly flammable

Chest protection recommended but not compulsory

Substance can cause long-term serious health problems

Question 74 of 100

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

Only the site manager can do this

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

Your supervisor only

Only a health and safety rep can do this

Question 75 of 100

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

Barriers that separate pedestrians from vehicles

One way systems

Pedestrians and vehicles sharing the same routes

Speed enforced limits

Question 76 of 100

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

Report it immediately and make sure no one else uses it

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

Question 77 of 100

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

Electrocution

Leptospirosis

Being hit by vehicles on site

Falling from height

Question 78 of 100

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

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

Use the closest lift to exit the building

Search the building for your supervisor and let him know

Try to use the fire extinguisher and see how it goes

Question 79 of 100

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

All of these answers

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

Ensure you’re wearing the mask correctly

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

Question 80 of 100

81. Which of these best describes working at height?

6m above the ground

5m above the ground

10m above the ground

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

Question 81 of 100

82. 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

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

Pour water onto a surface before you begin cutting

Question 82 of 100

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

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

When the total number of employees exceeds 10

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

When the total number of employees exceeds 35

Question 83 of 100

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

Yellow

Black

Red

Blue

Question 84 of 100

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

Very Hot

Slightly Cold

Warm

Very Cold

Question 85 of 100

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

Report it to your supervisor immediately

It's not your responsibility to report this

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

Stay away from that area

Question 86 of 100

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

Podiums are 100% safe and cannot topple over

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

You must ensure the wheels are locked before getting on

Like all other equipment podiums must be inspected regularly

Question 87 of 100

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

CO2 fire extinguisher

Water fire extinguisher

Foam fire extinguisher

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

Question 88 of 100

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

The toilet facilities

The fire assembly point

The break room

The managers office

Question 89 of 100

90. 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 prevents skin burns and dermatitis

It protects your trousers

Question 90 of 100

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

Propane

Paper

Plastic

Wood

Question 91 of 100

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

Attempt to catch the birds

Let the birds leave before continuing with your work

Cease work and ask a supervisor what you should do

Continue with your tasks

Question 92 of 100

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

The supervisor.

A Health and Safety rep.

The person who was injured or someone acting for them.

The site manager

Question 93 of 100

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

Water

Sewage and drain lines

Electricity

Gas

Question 94 of 100

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

Prevent chemical burns if you step on hazardous chemicals

Ensure your footwear remains comfortable throughout the day

Prevent you from twisting you ankle

Protect your feet from nails and other sharp objects

Question 95 of 100

96. 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

Wear a second mask above the first

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

Work as quickly as possible

Question 96 of 100

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

Question 97 of 100

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

Green-safety-sign

Prohibition signs

Mandatory signs

Safe condition signs

Hazard warning signs

Question 98 of 100

99. All near misses should be reported:

On your next break

As soon as possible

At the end of the week

After your shift has ended

Question 99 of 100

100. 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.

Speak to your supervisor and inform him about your concerns.

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

Question 100 of 100