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

It must be destroyed after 7 days

It must be destroyed after 28 days

It must be shared publicly with all other workers

It must be treated as confidential

Question 1 of 50

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

You have to mix it with water before using

Only a supervisor can use it

You can safely use it without PPE

You can have an allergic reaction to it

Question 2 of 50

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

Ensure you inspect the tool before using it

Nothing, just carry on using the tool

Check and make sure it was manufactured in the UK

Check and make sure it’s still under warranty

Question 3 of 50

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

To perform risk assessments

To begin the rescue process in an emergency situation

To supervise work

To assess compliance with the method statement

Question 4 of 50

5. What substance is probably present in the air if workers notice the smell of rotten eggs?

Oxygen

Methane

Hydrogen sulphide

Carbon dioxide

Question 5 of 50

6. Which part of the body would you wear respiratory protective equipment (RPE)?

Mouth and nose

Back

Neck

Legs

Question 6 of 50

7. 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

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

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

Put the oil affected soil into a general waste skip

Question 7 of 50

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

You need to work faster

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

Question 8 of 50

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

Your fingers

Your legs

Your back

Your neck

Question 9 of 50

10. 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 10 of 50

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

Take them to the site office

Get someone to call the emergency services immediately

Give them some painkillers

Place them on their side in the recovery position

Question 11 of 50

12. What should you do if your doctor says you have hand-arm vibration syndrome and he/she believes it was most likely caused through your work?

Only tell your close friends

Tell your supervisor/employer

Do not tell anyone, HAVS does not need to be reported

Do not tell anyone at work, it no one’s business

Question 12 of 50

13. The TWO main reasons why all accidents, incidents and near misses must be reported are ___. (Choose 2 answers)

The employer needs to report certain accidents/incidents to the Health and Safety Executive

To find out if the employer should be fined

To find how and why they were caused

To find out if the employee should be fined

Question 13 of 50

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

Trademark

CE Marking

Registered

Question 14 of 50

15. The colour coding for a dry powder fire extinguisher is ___.

Blue

Red

Black

Cream

Question 15 of 50

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-6

Wash your hands before handling this chemical

It is Flammable

Do not touch as it is very hot

It is corrosive

Question 16 of 50

17. What are risk assessments used to identify?

Staff holiday entitlement

Hazards in the workplace

Staff performance at the end of the month

Staff working hours

Question 17 of 50

18. What does it mean if a Health and Safety Executive officer issues an improvement notice after observing you at work?

You are taking too long to complete your tasks

The quality of your work is not sufficient

You are working too fast

The way you are working is not safe

Question 18 of 50

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

The soil could be contaminated

There might be buried services in the area

Nothing, this is normal

The area has been excavated before

Question 19 of 50

20. Which THREE common work site items would be considered as hazardous waste? (Choose 3 answers)

Fluorescent light tubes

Spill kits that have been used

Oil based paint

Broken glass

Left over wood off-cuts

Question 20 of 50

21. 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 above head height over doorways and walkways

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 close to the wall

Question 21 of 50

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

Confined spaces don't provide breathable air

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

Only house-building sites have confined spaces

Flammable or explosive gasses are always present in confined spaces

Question 22 of 50

23. What should you do if you believe the safety rules discussed at your site induction are out of date?

Nothing, it’s not your job to worry about safety rules

Discuss the matter with your supervisor

Ask your colleagues if they have any rules of their own

Make up your own safety rules

Question 23 of 50

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

A Health and Safety rep

The site manager

The person who was injured or someone acting for them

The supervisor

Question 24 of 50

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

Via an excavator bucket

Via shoring or trench supports

Via a fixed staircase

Using ladders on the work-site

Question 25 of 50

26. 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?

Splash water on their face to see if they regain consciousness

Gently slap their face to see if they regain consciousness

Try to perform CPR

Send for medical assistance immediately

Question 26 of 50

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

Health-and-Safety-Sign-7

This item is flammable

This item could explode

This item is corrosive

This item is toxic

Question 27 of 50

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

The person using the lifting aid must have a CSCS card

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

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

The lifting aid must be designed for the task

Question 28 of 50

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

Rust

Termites

Asbestos

Dry rot

Question 29 of 50

30. Which activity could create the biggest risk for lead poisoning in a situation where control measures are not in place?

Cutting timber during a roof construction

Using old stone to build a wall

Plastering a ceiling in a new home

Sanding down old paint

Question 30 of 50

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

You are responsible

The HSE

Your supervisor

The site manager

Question 31 of 50

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

Apply as much force as possible

Do not grip the tool tightly

Grip the tool as tightly as possible

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

Question 32 of 50

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

Anything that can cause harm

An accident which was narrowly avoided

An accident which led to time off from work

A near miss that went unreported

Question 33 of 50

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

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High visibility clothing must be worn in this area

High visibility clothing recommended but not compulsory

High visibility clothing not necessary in this area

White clothing only must be worn in this area

Question 34 of 50

35. When planning the safe system of work for manual handling, who should be involved?

You and your supervisor/employer

The Health and Safety Executive

Your supervisor only

You and your colleagues only

Question 35 of 50

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

Only companies can be prosecuted 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

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

Question 36 of 50

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

Green-safety-sign

Mandatory signs

Safe condition signs

Prohibition signs

Hazard warning signs

Question 37 of 50

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

Flammable liquids such as gasoline

Paper, wood, textiles and solid materials

Combustible metals

Live electrical fires

Question 38 of 50

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

Hand arm vibration system

Heavy hand vibration syndrome

Heat and ventilation system

Hand arm vibration syndrome

Question 39 of 50

40. PPE must be provided by your employer______.

Once a year

If you need to be protected

Never, you have to provide your own PPE

Every 6 months

Question 40 of 50

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

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

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

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

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

Question 41 of 50

42. 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?

Carry out the task without using it

Ask someone to show you how to use it

Inform your supervisor that you have not been trained to use it

Continue using it and figure it out as you go along

Question 42 of 50

43. It is a general rule that noise levels may be excessive if you must shout to speak to someone how far away?

6 metres

4 metres

5 metres

2 metres

Question 43 of 50

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

It will reduce the battery life

It will make the bag heavier

It could start a fire

It will damage the battery

Question 44 of 50

45. 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 switches, triggers and safety guard are in good working order and correctly set

Ensure the manufacturer’s label hasn’t been removed

Ensure the power lead, plug and casing are not damaged

Ensure the carry case for the tool is not damaged

Question 45 of 50

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

Asbestos is no longer present in any homes or buildings

In any building built or refurbished before the year 2000

In industrial buildings built after the year 2000

In homes built between 1990 and 2015

Question 46 of 50

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

Fire

Fire alarm point

Fire assembly location

Fire hose location

Fire extinguisher location

Question 47 of 50

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

Perform CPR

Try to revive you if you are unconscious

Treat any cuts and wounds you may have

Administer medicines without authorisation

Question 48 of 50

49. TWO important topics your employer should cover at your site induction are ___ and ___. (Choose 2 answers)

The local bus routes

The site rules

Your holiday entitlement

The site emergency procedures

Question 49 of 50

50. What should you do If you discover a safer way of carrying a load than the method already in place?

Ignore what you think and do it how you were taught

Do it your own way and forget any other technique

Bring the idea to your supervisor’s attention

Ask your colleagues for advice

Question 50 of 50