CSCS Mock Test 2024 – CSCS Mock Test | CSCS Revision

The CSCS mock test below features 50 practice questions similar to the ones you’ll face when taking your Health Safety and Environment Test for operatives in 2024.

Like the real test, the pass mark for this CSCS mock test is 45 out of 50. Some questions will require a single answer and some will require multiple answers. You will need to select all the correct answers to get a point for these questions.

You will be given a PASS or FAIL grade after submitting your answers. Please take your time to go over these and retake the test if required. Good Luck!

1. Which part of your body is most likely to be injured if you have to lift heavy loads?

Your back

Your fingers

Your legs

Your neck

Question 1 of 50

2. In which of these are you most likely to encounter asbestos?

In industrial buildings built after the year 2000

In any building built or refurbished before the year 2000

In homes built between 1990 and 2015

Asbestos is no longer present in any homes or buildings

Question 2 of 50

3. Which TWO are important factors to consider when it comes to using lifting aids? (Choose 2 answers)

The person using the lifting aid must be competent, and trained in using the lifting aid correctly

The lifting aid must be designed for the task

The person using the lifting aid must have a CSCS card

The person using the lifting aid must be at least 25 years old

Question 3 of 50

4. Guard rails placed around the top of an excavation are meant to ___.

Prevent people from falling into the trench

Stop rainwater from running into the trench

Prevent the sides of the trench from collapsing

Stop toxic gas from forming at the bottom of the trench

Question 4 of 50

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

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High visibility clothing recommended but not compulsory

High visibility clothing must be worn in this area

White clothing only must be worn in this area

High visibility clothing not necessary in this area

Question 5 of 50

6. According to Environmental Law, which statement below is TRUE?

A prosecution can only be carried out against the company director should they fail to adhere to the law

Employees and companies can be prosecuted should they fail to adhere to the law

Only employees can be prosecuted should they fail to adhere to the law

Only companies can be prosecuted should they fail to adhere to the law

Question 6 of 50

7. What are risk assessments used to identify?

Hazards in the workplace

Staff performance at the end of the month

Staff holiday entitlement

Staff working hours

Question 7 of 50

8. Which of these is the LEAST important reason why all accidents must be reported?

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

Certain accidents need to be reported to the Health and Safety Executive

To find out what happened so that it can be prevented in the future

To establish whose fault it was and prosecute them

Question 8 of 50

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

CO2

Dry powder

Wet chemical

Foam

Water

Question 9 of 50

10. Which of these is most likely if you're digging and notice a strange smell coming from the soil?

The soil could be contaminated

Nothing, this is normal

The area has been excavated before

There might be buried services in the area

Question 10 of 50

11. You have been given a power tool to use on site, what must you do before using the tool?

Nothing, just carry on using the tool

Check and make sure it’s still under warranty

Ensure you inspect the tool before using it

Check and make sure it was manufactured in the UK

Question 11 of 50

12. What TWO actions can you take to help minimize waste on site? (Choose 2 answers)

Only open or take the amount of materials required, reseal or return any excess

Always take more materials than what is required for a task

Always reuse off-cuts whenever possible, instead of discarding them

Always take new materials at the beginning of your shift

Question 12 of 50

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

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Chest protection recommended but not compulsory

Substance is highly flammable

Substance can cause long-term serious health problems

Chest protection must be worn

Question 13 of 50

14. If you have suffered from back injuries in the past and your new job requires manual handling, what should you do?

Pretend there’s no problem because you need this job

Carry on and if you get injured again tell your supervisor

Inform your supervisor of your previous injury before starting

Always ask a colleague for help when lifting

Question 14 of 50

15. Which TWO are likely consequences for employers who fail to take appropriate measures to prevent accidents or ill health at work? (Choose 2 answers)

The employer having to hire additional staff

The employer will have to increase working times for other staff to make up time lost due to accidents or ill health

The employer could be fined or imprisoned

Increased cost to the employer because of accidents or ill health

Question 15 of 50

16. If someone has an injury at work, what must happen to the accident report?

It must be destroyed after 28 days

It must be treated as confidential

It must be destroyed after 7 days

It must be shared publicly with all other workers

Question 16 of 50

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

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It tells you where the emergency assembly point is located

It tells you where the training room is located

It tells you where you should go for your break

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

Question 17 of 50

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

Flammable liquids such as gasoline

Combustible metals

Live electrical fires

Paper, wood, textiles and solid materials

Question 18 of 50

19. Why is a person always positioned immediately outside of a confined space while work is taking place inside it?

To supervise work

To perform risk assessments

To assess compliance with the method statement

To begin the rescue process in an emergency situation

Question 19 of 50

20. Which hazardous substance is often found in cement-based roofing sheets?

Termites

Rust

Asbestos

Dry rot

Question 20 of 50

21. What is the safest way of entering and exiting a deep excavation?

Via shoring or trench supports

Via an excavator bucket

Via a fixed staircase

Using ladders on the work-site

Question 21 of 50

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

It will reduce the battery life

It will make the bag heavier

It will damage the battery

It could start a fire

Question 22 of 50

23. A COSHH assessment is used to identify risks relating to ___.

Manual handling

Hazardous substances

Confined spaces

Noise levels

Question 23 of 50

24. You are given a task that requires using a power tool and need to carry out a visual inspection. Which TWO of these should you ensure when carrying out the visual inspection? (Choose 2 answers)

Ensure the carry case for the tool is not damaged

Ensure the manufacturer’s label hasn’t been removed

Ensure the switches, triggers and safety guard are in good working order and correctly set

Ensure the power lead, plug and casing are not damaged

Question 24 of 50

25. HAVS is a common health and safety term in the construction industry, what does HAVS stand for?

Heavy hand vibration syndrome

Hand arm vibration system

Heat and ventilation system

Hand arm vibration syndrome

Question 25 of 50

26. What should you do if you want to reduce the risk of hand arm vibration while using a vibrating tool?

Run the tool as fast as possible to get the task done as soon as possible

Do not grip the tool tightly

Apply as much force as possible

Grip the tool as tightly as possible

Question 26 of 50

27. What’s the FIRST thing you should do if you find an injured person while working on your own?

Let your supervisor know someone has been injured

Call 999 and request an ambulance

Move the injured person to your site office

Assess the situation and make sure you are not in any danger

Question 27 of 50

28. Which of these best describes the word “hazard”?

A near miss that went unreported

Anything that can cause harm

An accident which was narrowly avoided

An accident which led to time off from work

Question 28 of 50

29. Which item of Personal Protective Equipment should you use if you want to be protected from dermatitis?

A Respirator

A hard hat

Safety goggles

Gloves

Question 29 of 50

30. Which of the following is an example of BAD site practice?

Safe storage of materials

Switching off equipment and plant when they're not being used

Mixing all types of waste in a single skip

Careful refuelling to help protect against spills

Question 30 of 50

31. What is the FIRST thing you should do if someone next to you touches a live cable by accident?

Pull the person away from the cable

Contact the electricity company immediately

Try to isolate the power then get help immediately

Call for an ambulance

Question 31 of 50

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)

Your employer needs to inform the emergency services

Your employer needs to inform the Health and Safety Executive

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

You will need to re-apply for your job

Question 32 of 50

33. Which THREE of these should be labelled with the sign below? (Choose 3 answers)

Fluorescent light tubing

Any product containing asbestos

Raw Asbestos

Asbestos waste

Question 33 of 50

34. All of the following may cause a nuisance to neighbours of a work site EXCEPT:

Site lighting that is carefully directed

Fumes and dust

Vibration and noise from tools

Site vehicles

Question 34 of 50

35. You are working outdoors and notice oil has leaked from a machine on to the ground, what is the correct way to clean it up?

Wash away the oil with detergent and water

Put the oil affected soil in a separate collection container designated for hazardous waste

Mix the oil affected soil with some unaffected soil so that nobody will notice it

Put the oil affected soil into a general waste skip

Question 35 of 50

36. What TWO things can you do can you do to help prevent slips and trips while using an extension cable? (Choose 2 answers)

Run the cables and leads close to the wall

Tie up excess cables and leads into a very small coil

Run the cables and leads in the middle of the room so it can be visible to everyone

Run the cables and leads above head height over doorways and walkways

Question 36 of 50

37. Why should workers be fully trained and competent before they’re allowed to enter a confined space?

The potential hazards of entering a confined space must be fully understood

Flammable or explosive gasses are always present in confined spaces

Confined spaces don't provide breathable air

Only house-building sites have confined spaces

Question 37 of 50

38. Which statement below is TRUE when it comes to lifting a load while sitting down?

You can lift the same weight as if you are standing

You are likely to lift less while sitting

You should never attempt to lift any weight while sitting

You can lift heavier loads while sitting

Question 38 of 50

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

The site manager

Your supervisor

You are responsible

The HSE

Question 39 of 50

40. What is the MAIN reason why you should know and understand the fire and emergency procedures at your workplace?

You will know where to find your supervisor if there's a fire on site

You will know what tools to take with you if there’s an emergency

You will know which documents to look for before going to your assembly point

You will know where the fire exits and assembly points are located

Question 40 of 50

41. What does it mean if you can feel a tingle in the end your fingers immediately after using a vibrating tool?

Your symptoms should be reported before they lead to serious problems

You need to take breaks when using vibrating tools

You must stop using all vibrating tools permanently

You need to work faster

Question 41 of 50

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

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This item is toxic

This item is corrosive

This item is flammable

This item could explode

Question 42 of 50

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

Fire

Fire hose location

Fire alarm point

Fire assembly location

Fire extinguisher location

Question 43 of 50

44. Which statement below is TRUE when it comes to using gloves while handling chemicals?

All gloves are made to the same standards so all gloves will protect you against chemicals

You can use any gloves as long as you put barrier cream on the gloves

You can use any gloves as long as you put barrier cream on your hands first

You must choose appropriate gloves because different gloves protect against different hazards

Question 44 of 50

45. What is the FIRST thing you should do if someone working next to you is knocked unconscious and you are not a trained first aider?

Gently slap their face to see if they regain consciousness

Send for medical assistance immediately

Try to perform CPR

Splash water on their face to see if they regain consciousness

Question 45 of 50

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

Take the alarm off

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

Exit the confined space immediately

Stop using any electrical tools but carry on working

Question 46 of 50

47. A first aider is allowed to do all the following EXCEPT:

Perform CPR

Try to revive you if you are unconscious

Administer medicines without authorisation

Treat any cuts and wounds you may have

Question 47 of 50

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

CE Marking

Trademark

Registered

Question 48 of 50

49. PPE must be provided by your employer______.

Never, you have to provide your own PPE

Every 6 months

Once a year

If you need to be protected

Question 49 of 50

50. What’s the FIRST thing you should do if a colleague collapses and there are no first-aiders around?

Place them on their side in the recovery position

Take them to the site office

Get someone to call the emergency services immediately

Give them some painkillers

Question 50 of 50