CSCS Mock Exam 2 | Free CSCS Practice Test (2026)

This CSCS mock exam includes 50 multiple-choice questions designed to match what you’ll face when taking the real CITB Health, Safety and Environment test. Like the real test, you’ll need to score 45 out of 50 (90%) to pass. Your score, along with all answers and full explanations, will be shown at the end of this CSCS practice test.

1. If you have to use a power tool, it’s important for dust to be collected and not become airborne because ___.

Breathing in dust can be hazardous

Dust is harmless, collection is not necessary

It will save the time and hassle of having to clean up later

It will prevent wear and tear on the power tool

Question 1 of 50

2. Who is responsible for minimizing waste on a construction site?

Only your site manager is responsible

Everyone is responsible

Only your health and safety rep is responsible

Only your supervisor is responsible

Question 2 of 50

3. What type of fire extinguisher should be used on a fuel-based fire?

Wet chemical

Foam

Water

Carbon Dioxide

Question 3 of 50

4. What should you do if you’re unclear about a particular topic discussed during your site induction?

Ask your colleague at the end of your shift

Try to figure it out later

Ask your health and safety rep at the end of your shift

Ask the presenter to explain further

Question 4 of 50

5. Which of these are recommended ways for protecting your hearing at work? (Choose 2 answers)

Using cotton wool pads

Using ear defenders

Using soft cloth over your ears

Using rolled up tissue in your ears

Using earplugs

Question 5 of 50

6. The early signs of Weil’s disease can often be confused with___.

The flu

Hay fever

Hand arm vibration syndrome

Tinnitus

Question 6 of 50

7. If your doctor prescribes medication, what is the most important question to ask?

Will it make me oversleep and be late?

Will it make me unsafe to work or operate machinery?

Will I fail a workplace drug test?

Will it slow down my work and reduce my pay?

Question 7 of 50

8. All of the following statements about manual handling are true EXCEPT: (Choose 2 answers)

The side effects of manual handling can go undetected for years

Wearing a back brace eliminates all risk of injury

Back braces are designed to increase the amount of weight you can carry

Manual handling should be avoided if you can use mechanical lifting aide

Question 8 of 50

9. What should you do if you doctor says you have work-related hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS)?

Join a support group online

This is not contagious so you do not have to inform anyone

Inform your manager or supervisor

Tell your work colleagues only

Question 9 of 50

10. Which of these is an effective way to help reduce fatigue among workers?

Randomizing start and finish times

Keeping regular start and finish times

Starting early and finishing late

Rotating shift schedules frequently

Question 10 of 50

11. The nozzle of a CO2 fire extinguisher is well known for becoming ___ after use.

Very cold

Very hot

Slightly cold

Slightly hot

Question 11 of 50

12. When using a ladder you should always enure that you have at least ____ points of contact.

Question 12 of 50

13. What are THREE early signs of hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS)? (Choose 3 answers)

Temporary loss of feelings in your fingers

Your fingertips will turn white

Blisters on your fingers

A pins-and-needles sensation in your fingers

Finger rashes

Question 13 of 50

14. What can help reduce tiredness and fatigue during the working day?

Taking frequent breaks while working

Drinking alcohol after work

Going to the gym less often

Eating larger meals during breaks

Question 14 of 50

15. What does this sign mean?

Trip hazard

No access to roof

Fragile roof

Slippery surface

Question 15 of 50

16. Which basic hand washing facilities are required on a worksite?

Hot and cold water, soap, and a method to dry hands

Bowl of water and paper towels

No need for washing facilities

Cold water tap and disposable towels

Question 16 of 50

17. A near miss can be described as:

An accident that resulted in time off from work

A minor accident that was unreported

A minor accident which could have been avoided

An accident which was narrowly avoided

Question 17 of 50

18. A co-worker is dizzy and complains of feeling faint, what should you do?

Give them any appropriate medication they may need

Remove him/her from the sun and move him/her into a cooler environment

Have someone contact emergency services

Have them lie down in a comfortable position

Question 18 of 50

19. What is the most effective way for a worker to manage stress caused by excessive workload?

Accept the extra tasks and hope others help

Discuss workload concerns regularly with their employer

Work longer hours to catch up

Take medication before starting work

Question 19 of 50

20. Building sites usually use a 110-volt electricity supply instead of a 230-volt supply because ___.

It’s more environmentally friendly

It’s less likely to kill someone

It is much cheaper

It’s better for electrical tools

Question 20 of 50

21. You’re about to carry out a job which requires a hot-work permit, you must ensure____. (Choose 2 answers)

You know where all the fire extinguishers on-site are located

You check for signs of a fire after completing your job

You know how to write a risk assessment

You know how to refill a fire extinguisher

You have a fire extinguisher close to you while working

Question 21 of 50

22. What is the main purpose of a fire extinguisher?

Its main purpose is to tackle large fires

Its main purpose is to tackle small fires and prevent them from becoming larger

Its main purpose is to ensure the premises complies with safety requirements

The fire services will need them if there’s a fire on-site

Question 22 of 50

23. Which condition is most likely if someone's body comes into contact with wet cement?

Temporary hair loss around the area of contact

Chemical burns

There is no effect

Internal bleeding

Question 23 of 50

24. Which of these increases the chances of someone getting lung cancer?

Breathing in harmful dust

Lifting heavy objects

Using vibration tools often

Being exposed to direct sunlight for prolonged periods

Question 24 of 50

25. Occupational asthma can be caused by ___.

Using vibration tools often

Inhaling hazardous dust, fumes or vapours

Exposure to direct sunlight for extended periods

Lifting heavy objects

Question 25 of 50

26. If someone is using a mobile crane and you need to get pass, you should___.

Raise you hands so the crane operator knows you’re there.

Quickly run across the crane.

Find another route and make sure you stay away from the crane.

Assess what the driver is doing then slip across when you think it is safe to do so.

Question 26 of 50

27. What does this sign mean?

High visibility clothing must be worn

High visibility clothing must not be worn

High visibility clothing not required

High visibility clothing recommended but not compulsory

Question 27 of 50

28. Battery-powered tools are usually preferred in a construction environment over their electrical counterparts because ___.

They’re cheaper to run and maintain

You won’t get an electrical shock from them

They do not need to undergo electrical inspection

They're lighter to carry around

Question 28 of 50

29. How should absence records containing medical details be handled?

Confidentially, following data protection laws

Shared with colleagues so they don’t gossip

As public information under freedom of information rules

Given to others taking time off

Question 29 of 50

30. What should you do if you notice a mobile crane about to hit something while lifting a load?

Try to warn the person signalling or supervising the crane

Report it to your supervisor

Tell the crane driver

Nothing – the driver will see it on their own

Question 30 of 50

31. What’s the main purpose of a risk assessment?

It identifies hazards and provides a safe method for carrying out a task

It tells you who is in charge of health and safety on your site

It provides in depth statistics of all recorded accidents

It tells you the location of all safety equipment

Question 31 of 50

32. When is the most appropriate time for a worker to deal with feelings of stress?

Only when stress causes an accident

As soon as they notice signs of stress

After finishing work and leaving the site

Six months later if the issue continues

Question 32 of 50

33. What does this sign mean?

Emergency escape route

No running

Emergency assembly point

No escape route

Question 33 of 50

34. Identify TWO effective ways to prevent hazardous materials from being transferred from your hands to your mouth.

Wash hands before eating

Clean protective gloves after each use

Apply barrier cream before starting work

Wear protective gloves while working

Use barrier cream before eating

Question 34 of 50

35. What do fire extinguishers with a Red colour band contain?

Water

Carbon dioxide

Dry powder

Foam

Question 35 of 50

36. What skin condition can develop from prolonged exposure to sunlight?

Skin cancer

Rickets

Acne

Tuberculosis

Question 36 of 50

37. Site inductions should be attended by:

Supervisors only

Everyone who will be on the site

Cleaners only

Managers only

Question 37 of 50

38. You have to work in a corridor which happens to be a fire escape route, you must ensure that_________.

Your tools are fire proof

You remove all fire exit signs before work starts

All doors in the corridor remain locked

Your tools and equipment do not block the escape route

Question 38 of 50

39. If a site vehicle is driving well above the speed limit on site, you should ___.

Stay clear of the vehicle and then report the matter to your supervisor.

Find the driver later in the day and speak to him concerning the matter.

Just ignore it, it’s not your job or responsibility.

Call the police and report the matter.

Question 39 of 50

40. What should you do if you think that loud noises at work has damaged your hearing?

Nothing, the damage has been done

Leave it, this will get better over time

Take some time off from work

Ask your employer to arrange a hearing test

Question 40 of 50

41. What should you do if you need to work in an area where pigeon nests and droppings are present?

Wait until the pigeons fly away then start working

Stop working, seek advice from your supervisor

Continue working, but be very careful not to disturb the pigeons

Catch the pigeons then remove them from the area before starting any work

Question 41 of 50

42. What should you do if a vehicle is lifting materials and you need to walk under the load to get to your place of work?

Quickly run across so you’re not under the load for very long.

Wait until the driver is finished, if this is not possible then go around but do not walk under the load.

Put on a safety helmet first then walk under the raised load.

Make sure the driver knows you’re there then walk under the load.

Question 42 of 50

43. Which of these statements about respiratory protective equipment is true?

Workers have the responsibility of providing their own RPE

Employers must supply RPE free of cost if it’s required to carry out your job safely

Employers and employees both need to contribute towards paying for RPE

Employers must provide you with RPE when you start working and then deduct the cost from your wages

Question 43 of 50

44. What does the charity MIND do?

They provide support and advice to people dealing with mental health issues

They provide legal advice for workers looking to start their own business

They are responsible for creating workplace safety laws

They provide financial aid for construction workers

Question 44 of 50

45. Fatigue at work can be caused by which of the following?

Eating a balanced diet

Having good sleep habits

Maintaining a healthy work-life balance

Working long hours

Question 45 of 50

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

Stop what you are doing and take a rest in the trench

Exit the trench, take a short break then return to work

Make sure you and everyone else exit the trench immediately then report it

Carry on working and wait for the dizziness to pass

Question 46 of 50

47. Why must workers sign in when entering a site?

Working hours need to be recorded by the HSE

To make certain that the correct number of hours are being worked

It is not compulsory to sign in

To make certain that all are accounted for in the event of an emergency

Question 47 of 50

48. What does this sign mean?

Flammable

Explosive

Corrosive

Hot Liquid

Question 48 of 50

49. Which animal is most likely to spread Weil’s disease (leptospirosis) on a construction site?

Rats

Dogs

Cats

Ants

Question 49 of 50

50. What would you do if you notice a live electrical wire fall into a puddle of water?

Carry on working and report it later

Notify others nearby

Avoid the area completely

Immediately remove the cord from the water

Question 50 of 50

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