CSCS Mock Test (100 Multiple Choice Questions)

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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 2022 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 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

Do not use it

Ask a colleague to hold the tower while you work

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

Question 1 of 100

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

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

All of these answers

Ensure you’re wearing the mask correctly

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

Question 2 of 100

3. 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 training room is located

It tells you where you should go for your break

It tells you where the emergency assembly point is located

Question 3 of 100

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

Blue

Black

Cream

Red

Question 4 of 100

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

It will make the bag heavier

It could start a fire

It will damage the battery

It will reduce the battery life

Question 5 of 100

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

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.

First aid boxes are not compulsory.

Question 6 of 100

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

Parked

Lifting materials

Moving forward

Reversing

Question 7 of 100

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

50°

40°

55°

75°

Question 8 of 100

9. Disposable masks should be used no more than?

Nine working days

Seven working days

Ten working days

One day or one shift

Question 9 of 100

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

Constant exposure to rat droppings

Constant exposure to harmful levels of noise

Cutaneous (skin) contact with a hazardous materials

Breathing in hazardous substances such as dust, vapours and fumes

Question 10 of 100

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

Only the site manager can do this

Your supervisor only

Only a health and safety rep can do this

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

Question 11 of 100

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

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

Foam fire extinguisher

Water fire extinguisher

Dry powder fire extinguisher

Question 12 of 100

13. 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 13 of 100

14. 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 14 of 100

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

At least 16 years old

Trained and competent

At least 21 years old

At least 18 years old

Question 15 of 100

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

On your signing in sheet

On your HSE poster

Discussed at your site induction

In your contract of employment

Question 16 of 100

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-7

This item is corrosive

This item is flammable

This item is toxic

This item could explode

Question 17 of 100

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

Electrocution

Falling from height

Being hit by vehicles on site

Leptospirosis

Question 18 of 100

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

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

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

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

Question 19 of 100

20. 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

Continue with your tasks

Cease work and ask a supervisor what you should do

Question 20 of 100

21. Which of these best describes working at height?

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

10m above the ground

6m above the ground

5m above the ground

Question 21 of 100

22. 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 regular dust mask, goggles and hearing protection

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

Only use a FFP3-rated mask and goggles

Question 22 of 100

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

The HSE

You are responsible

The site manager

Your supervisor

Question 23 of 100

24. Hazardous substances can be identified by?

It will have a blue label on the container

The colour of the substance

The symbol on the label

The colour of the container

Question 24 of 100

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

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

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

Ask your supervisor what to say.

Say exactly what you saw.

Question 25 of 100

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

Dermatitis

HAVS

Leptospirosis

Lung disease

Question 26 of 100

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

Dispose of it immediately

Ignore it because it’s in a bottle

Report it to your supervisor

Take a quick smell to determine what it is

Question 27 of 100

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

Wet cutting

Work carefully and slowly

Wear a protective mask

Place a dust collector on the machine

Keep your area neat

Question 28 of 100

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

Wear a second mask above the first

Begin your work but take regular breaks

Work as quickly as possible

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

Question 29 of 100

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

Health and safety sign for cscs test

Protective gloves must be worn

Protective gloves recommended but not necessary

Hand washing area

Use barrier cream

Question 30 of 100

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

Safety-sign-11

Very noisy area ahead

Hearing protection must be worn

No personal music players allowed

Hearing protection recommended but not compulsory

Question 31 of 100

32. 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 32 of 100

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

Very Hot

Slightly Cold

Warm

Very Cold

Question 33 of 100

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

It could explode.

It will block your vision.

It will limit the amount of oxygen you have available.

It could make you feel dehydrated.

Question 34 of 100

35. 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 your eyes come into direct sunlight

Only when you’re working with hazardous chemicals

Only when you’re working with power tools

Question 35 of 100

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

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

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

Question 36 of 100

37. 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 37 of 100

38. What should be done if you have an accident at work which results in you being absent from work for more than 7 days? (choose 2 answers)

You will need to re-apply for your job.

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

Your employer needs to inform the Health and Safety Executive.

Your employer needs to inform the emergency services.

Question 38 of 100

39. Which of these is true about environmental law?

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

Question 39 of 100

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

Inform the person who looks after the first aid box

It’s not your responsibility so just leave it until the appropriate person can sort it out

Purchase you own supplies to top it up

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

Question 40 of 100

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

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

Stay away from that area

Report it to your supervisor immediately

It's not your responsibility to report this

Question 41 of 100

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

Class F

Class D

Class B

Class A

Question 42 of 100

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

Using the tool outside when it is windy

Using the tool in a large, indoor area

Working in a small room

Working outdoor on a calm day

Question 43 of 100

44. 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 44 of 100

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

Wood

Paper

Plastic

Propane

Question 45 of 100

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

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

It will save time and avoid a mess

Question 46 of 100

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

Red

Yellow

Black

Blue

Question 47 of 100

48. Why are site inductions important?

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

It gives you the opportunity to formally meet your colleagues

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 48 of 100

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

Paint

Asbestos

Dust

Water

Question 49 of 100

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

Asbestos fibres

Silica in dust form

Strong odours

Bird faeces

Question 50 of 100

51. 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.

When the accident occurred (date and time).

Your driving license number.

Details of the injury you sustained.

Question 51 of 100

52. 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

Move you while you’re unconscious

Bandage your cuts or wounds

Question 52 of 100

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

Use lifting equipment

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

Learn proper lifting and carrying techniques

Disperse your items into smaller loads

Question 53 of 100

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

Health and Safety Sign

Danger roof incomplete

No entry roof unsafe

Danger fragile roof

Caution tripping hazards on roof

Question 54 of 100

55. 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 55 of 100

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

Back straight and knees bent

Back bent and feet wide as possible

Back bent and knees straight

Back straight and feet close together

Question 56 of 100

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

safety-sign-14

No access for pedestrians

No lone working

No entry during working hours

This is the authorized walking route for pedestrians

Question 57 of 100

58. 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 58 of 100

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

CO2 fire extinguishers

Water fire extinguishers

Wet chemical fire extinguishers

Dry powder fire extinguishers

Question 59 of 100

60. 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

Try to use the fire extinguisher and see how it goes

Use the closest lift to exit the building

Search the building for your supervisor and let him know

Question 60 of 100

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

Pedestrians and vehicles sharing the same routes

Speed enforced limits

Barriers that separate pedestrians from vehicles

One way systems

Question 61 of 100

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

Your supervisor

The person about to use it

Your health and safety rep

The site manager

Question 62 of 100

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

When your current set is damaged or soiled

Twice a year

Once a year

Every 5 years

Question 63 of 100

64. 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.

Have a colleague show you what to do.

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

Question 64 of 100

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

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

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 job.

Question 65 of 100

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

The facial hair can cause an allergic reaction.

The facial hair can block the filter very quickly.

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 66 of 100

67. 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

Report it immediately and make sure no one else uses it

Use electrical tape to cover it and then carry on working

Question 67 of 100

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

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

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

It tells you the fire exit is located here

Question 68 of 100

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

Wet chemical fire extinguisher

Water fire extinguisher

CO2 fire extinguisher

Foam fire extinguisher

Question 69 of 100

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-9

Chest protection must be worn

Substance can cause long-term serious health problems

Substance is highly flammable

Chest protection recommended but not compulsory

Question 70 of 100

71. 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 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

Question 71 of 100

72. 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

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

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

Question 72 of 100

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

health-and-safety-signs-yellow

No manual lifting should be done in this area

Only trained staff are allowed beyond this area

No industrial vehicles allowed beyond this area

Industrial vehicles are moving about

Question 73 of 100

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

A condition known as “vibration white finger”

An excess build-up of wax in your ears

Persistent headaches

Constant ear infections

Loss of hearing

Question 74 of 100

75. What type of fire extinguisher is shown below?

Fire-Extinguisher-3

Water fire extinguisher

Foam fire extinguisher

CO2 fire extinguisher

Dry powder fire extinguisher

Question 75 of 100

76. 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 take it off for short periods of time while you’re working

You can drill small holes in your helmet to increase airflow and keep you cool

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

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

Question 76 of 100

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

The fire assembly point

The toilet facilities

The managers office

The break room

Question 77 of 100

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

Begin working immediately; dust is hardly dangerous

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

Only work for a short period of time

Avoid the work, as dust can harm your respiratory system

Question 78 of 100

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

Just ignore it as it’s not your problem

Find your supervisor and report it

Escort the child to safety immediately

Find your site manager and report it

Question 79 of 100

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

Leave your job and go to the assembly point

Report to your supervisor

Complete your task then go home

Continue with your job

Question 80 of 100

81. Why is it important for you to keep your working environment clean and tidy?

To reduce environmental side effects

To reduce the risk of slips, trips and falls

To prevent rats and other animals that could spread diseases

All of these

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?

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 82 of 100

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

Climbing up ladders at work

Using a wheelbarrow to push a load

Using a forklift to lift building materials

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

Question 83 of 100

84. 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

Pour water onto a surface before you begin cutting

Make sure that the flow of water is adjusted correctly

Question 84 of 100

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

CO2

Wet chemical

Water

Foam

Question 85 of 100

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

Blue health and safety sign

Eye protection must be worn

Eye protection not needed beyond this point

Eye protection recommended but not compulsory

Opaque eye protection must be worn

Question 86 of 100

87. Being exposed to engine oil can cause?

Lung cancer

Skin problems

Temporary loss of breath

Hearing problems

Question 87 of 100

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

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

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

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

Only one person should work on a ladder

Question 88 of 100

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

Continue using the hammer but warn colleagues in the area

Continue using the hammer but use it very slowly

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

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

Question 89 of 100

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

Like all other equipment podiums must be inspected regularly

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

Podiums are 100% safe and cannot topple over

You must ensure the wheels are locked before getting on

Question 90 of 100

91. What are blue and white safety signs like the one below used to indicate?

blue-and-white-health-and-safety-sign

An action is mandatory

They're prohibition signs meaning you should not do something

It's used to indicate a potential hazard

It's used to indicate safe conditions

Question 91 of 100

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

A full metal shovel.

An insulated shovel or spade.

A jack hammer.

A metal shovel and rubber gloves.

Question 92 of 100

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

Wait until your break and get another one

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

Get another one immediately

Carry on working if it’s only a small crack

Question 93 of 100

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

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

Sit down and take a few minutes to recover.

Continue working and let the dizziness pass on its own.

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

Question 94 of 100

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-11

They're used to indicate that an action is mandatory

They're hazard warning signs

They're used to indicate safe conditions

An action is mandatory

Question 95 of 100

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

Be authorised

Be over 24 years old

Be a UK citizen

Be competent and trained

Question 96 of 100

97. 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

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

You’ve temporarily damaged your hearing

Your body has been exposed to excess vibration

Question 97 of 100

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

Category F

Category C

Category D

Category A

Question 98 of 100

99. Where can you find information about hazardous substances?

Your HSE poster

Your contract of employment

Your time sheet

The COSHH assessment

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 lots of water before they start working.

Speak to your supervisor and inform him about your concerns.

Give them coffee before they start working.

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

Question 100 of 100

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Louis Michaels says:

May 27, 2021 at 9:33 pm

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May 12, 2021 at 9:16 pm

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February 26, 2020 at 3:53 pm

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February 11, 2020 at 9:58 pm

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January 11, 2020 at 12:59 pm

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  February 3, 2020 at 3:49 pm
  
  Well done!
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January 6, 2020 at 12:13 am

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Stanley says:

October 29, 2019 at 1:08 am

Excellent website for practicing. Had loads of these questions in my test this morning

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October 7, 2019 at 11:03 am

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September 29, 2019 at 10:46 pm

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  September 30, 2019 at 8:04 pm
  
  Well done.
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September 19, 2019 at 5:46 pm

First time I’ve taken this test and got 97 out of 100. I have booked my actual test tomorrow. Let’s keep hopeful that I pass.

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  September 20, 2019 at 12:13 am
  
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  September 26, 2019 at 9:14 am
  
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July 30, 2019 at 12:34 pm

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  September 23, 2019 at 11:09 pm
  
  Well done.