CSCS Mock Exam 4 | CSCS Test Practice Exam (2026)

This CSCS test practice exam is another full sample test identical to the one you’ll experience on your test day. You’ll need to answer 50 questions and score at least 45 correct to pass. After you submit your answers, you’ll receive a full breakdown of all questions and answers. Good luck.

1. Which of these items would NOT need to undergo a PAT test in the workplace?

A plug-in battery charger

A battery operated drill

A television

A coffee machine

Question 1 of 50

2. Noise levels might be a problem if you must raise your voice to be heard by someone who is standing ____ away.

Question 2 of 50

3. Which statement best describes how stress symptoms appear?

They vary from person to person

They always show up suddenly

They are identical for everyone

They always develop slowly over time

Question 3 of 50

4. What does this sign mean?

Emergency eye wash

Warning - leaking roof

Emergency shower

First aid

Question 4 of 50

5. What should you do if you are wearing no hearing protection and someone next to you starts using very noisy equipment?

Inform his/her supervisor and demand they stop using it

Leave the area and do not re-enter until you have the correct PPE

Carry on working, they will stop eventually

Speak to the worker and demand they stop using it

Question 5 of 50

6. Which of these could help a signaller stay safe while carrying out their job?

Going for a yearly eye test

Wearing hi-vis clothing that makes them clearly visible

Wearing body cameras to capture incidents

Wearing gloves while giving hand signals

Question 6 of 50

7. What should you do if you discover a quicker, but different way of working as described in the method statement?

Use the new method to get more work done within the day

Show your colleagues so everyone can finish their work faster

Carry on using the safe system of work in place for the task

Use the new method to finish your work and leave early

Question 7 of 50

8. Why does a work environment need to be kept clean?

To deter rodents and other such animals

To reduce the risk of slips and falls

To protect the environment

All of the above

Question 8 of 50

9. Which facilities should be available in rest areas on site?

Seating and tables

Seating and a radio

Televisions and tables

Stretchers and chairs

Question 9 of 50

10. After using absorption granules from a spill kit on oil, what should be done next?

Collect them and place in specialist disposal for collection

Rinse the area with water before disposal

Leave them on the oil for later cleaning

Put them straight into general waste

Question 10 of 50

11. What should you do if you need to lift a load which blocks your front view?

Ask a colleague to help carry the load and ensure you both can see ahead

Ask a colleague to walk beside you and give instructions

Carry on lifting the load because its so large that everyone will see you approaching

Ask a colleague to walk in front of you and warn others that you’re approaching

Question 11 of 50

12. If your doctor confirms you’ve contracted Weil’s disease (leptospirosis) at work, why must you inform your employer?

So your colleagues can avoid contact with you

So the affected site can be closed down

Because it must be reported to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

So pest control can remove rats from the site

Question 12 of 50

13. What should a worker do if he/she is feeling the symptoms of stress at work?

Eat more during the day

Tell all their colleagues

Speak to someone independent or a close friend they trust

Leave and go home

Question 13 of 50

14. You need to use a cut-off saw to cut concrete, what’s the best way to use water to reduce dust?

Water should not be used when cutting concrete

Keep the water on until you’re halfway through the cut then turn it off and continue

Keep the water on for the entire cut

Only wet the surface of the concrete before cutting

Question 14 of 50

15. If the ground at a worksite becomes muddy, what can be done to reduce the risk of slipping?

Add more warning signs

Cover the surface with gravel

Improve lighting conditions

Spread salt over the area

Question 15 of 50

16. Which state of being will reduce the likelihood of you suffering from hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS)?

Warm and wet

Warm and dry

Cold and wet

Cold and dry

Question 16 of 50

17. Who is permitted to drive company vehicles?

Anyone holding a learner’s permit

Any site manager or supervisor

Any junior or apprentice worker

Any authorised and competent employee

Question 17 of 50

18. For safety purposes, what is the optimal ladder angle when placed against the wall from the ground?

40°

45°

25°

75°

Question 18 of 50

19. If you have to work alone you might be asked to ______.

Maintain regular contact with your team

Take extra PPE with you

Avoid interaction with the general public

Write your own risk assessment

Question 19 of 50

20. What should you do if you’re refuelling a piece of equipment and accidentally spill a large amount of fuel on your clothes?

Try to wipe it off with a cloth

Change your clothes immediately

Go outside and wait for it to dry

Put on safety overalls over it

Question 20 of 50

21. Who is responsible for reporting unsafe working conditions on a building site?

Your supervisor

Everyone on site

An HSE inspector

Your health and safety rep

Question 21 of 50

22. What health risk do workers face if they have to use a vibrating tool on a regular basis?

Heart disease

Lung cancer

Dermatitis

Hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS)

Question 22 of 50

23. Information regarding site traffic rules are usually ___.

Discussed during your site induction

Discussed at your first lunch break

Discussed after your first shift has ended

Sent to you in the post

Question 23 of 50

24. Which part of your body is most likely to be affected by asbestosis?

Your back

Your legs

Your hands

Your lungs

Question 24 of 50

25. When returning to work after illness, what should an employee discuss with their employer?

Any medication they are taking that could affect safety

Details of their illness so everyone knows

How often they visited the doctor

The cost of their treatment

Question 25 of 50

26. What should you do if another contractor is carrying out work which affects your safety?

Speak to the contractor

Speak to the contractor’s supervisor

Speak to your colleagues

Speak to your supervisor

Question 26 of 50

27. What should shift workers do if they take medication that must be taken at specific times, such as insulin?

Tell colleagues each time they take it

Only take medication after eating

Consult their doctor and inform their manager to plan around their work schedule

Ask colleagues to remind them

Question 27 of 50

28. Wearing hearing protection is important because ___.

It completely eliminates all noise in your workplace

It helps to repair damage caused by loud noises

It improves your hearing

It reduces the amount of noise you’re exposed to

Question 28 of 50

29. Which of these is NOT normally included in the general site rules?

Your colleagues’ names and addresses

Accident reporting and near misses

Site induction procedures

PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Question 29 of 50

30. If a worker is uncomfortable climbing to a certain height on a specific type of ladder, he or she should:

Ask for someone else to foot the ladder

Notify the site supervisor

Only climb up to a comfortable height

Change the ladder

Question 30 of 50

31. What is the most important reason for keeping your work area clean and tidy?

To recycle waste and help the environment

So waste skips can be emptied more often

To reduce the risk of slips, trips, and falls

To save time cleaning at the end of the week

Question 31 of 50

32. What is the best way to avoid an accident with site traffic if you need to walk across the site?

Ensure the driver knows you are there and he can see you at all times.

Hitch a ride on the vehicles as they go by.

By sticking to the designated walking routes.

Ensure you are wearing hi visibility clothing.

Question 32 of 50

33. Loss of appetite, tiredness, and fearfulness are common signs of which condition?

Hand-arm vibration syndrome

Skin conditions such as dermatitis

Mental health problems or stress

Repetitive strain injury

Question 33 of 50

34. What should you do if there is a large fire on-site and you have not been trained to use a fire extinguisher?

Go to your assembly point immediately

Find your supervisor and ask him/her for instructions

Leave the site and go home

Try to use the fire extinguisher even though you’ve never used one before

Question 34 of 50

35. All of the following are true about ladders EXCEPT: (Choose 2 answers)

Two people can work on the same ladder as long as the supervisor approves

When using a ladder you should always maintain 3 points of contact with the ladder

Class 3 ladders are meant for domestic use

Ladders should be painted to prevent wear and tear

Question 35 of 50

36. Which statement about clearing waste is correct?

Waste should only be cleared at the end of a shift

Waste removal should be an ongoing process

Construction sites are always dirty and don’t need cleaning

Construction workers aren’t responsible for waste removal

Question 36 of 50

37. What should you do if you realize you cannot carry out a job as described in the method statement?

Leave the site and go home

Ask your colleagues for suggestions

Implement your own method and carry on with the job

Speak to your supervisor before starting the job

Question 37 of 50

38. What should you do if you are working and your helmet gets damaged?

Carry on using it but keep checking it for further damage

Replace it immediately

Carry on working and get a new one after your next break

Try to fix it yourself then carry on working

Question 38 of 50

39. Which of these are common mental health conditions?

Dermatitis and skin irritation

Paralysis and fatigue

Depression and anxiety

Hand-arm vibration syndrome

Question 39 of 50

40. Which of these could help to reduce the risk of hand-arm vibration if you have to use a vibrating tool?

Ensure you’re not gripping the tool too tightly

Use one hand whenever possible

Apply more force when using the tool

Grip the tool as tight as possible

Question 40 of 50

41. Which of the following is most likely to cause stress at work?

Lack of job security but a permanent contract

Lack of job security and fear of redundancy

Job security and a permanent contract

Job satisfaction but fear of redundancy

Question 41 of 50

42. You’re about to start working in a hearing protection zone and notice one of the ear pads from your ear defender is missing; what should you do?

Work quickly then leave the area

Carry on working without any hearing protection

Leave the noisy area and do not return until you have suitable hearing protection

Carry on working and get another one at your next break

Question 42 of 50

43. What should you do if a previous back injury is affecting the job you’re currently doing?

Explain the situation to your supervisor before starting the job

Ignore the problem and wait for it to go away

Use a back brace and carry on with the job

Carry on with the job and if you feel pain then tell your supervisor

Question 43 of 50

44. What type of rest facility should an employer supply on site?

A full canteen serving hot meals and drinks

A sheltered area with seating and a way to heat or boil food and drinks

Complete dining tables and running water throughout

No dedicated area is required if breaks are given

Question 44 of 50

45. What procedure should you follow if you’re refuelling a dumper and accidentally spill a large amount of petrol?

Stop → Contain → Notify

Notify → Stop → Contain

Contain → Notify → Stop

Contain → Stop → Notify

Question 45 of 50

46. What is the first thing you should do if you notice diesel spilling onto the ground while a colleague is refuelling an excavator?

Report it to your supervisor at the beginning of you next shift

No action is required – it will seep into the ground before you can do anything

Let him/her know immediately and then find the spill kit

Locate the spill kit and then report it to your supervisor

Question 46 of 50

47. What do fire extinguishers with a Cream colour band contain?

Water

Carbon dioxide

Foam

Dry powder

Question 47 of 50

48. Which illness can easily be mistaken for the early symptoms of Weil’s disease (leptospirosis)?

Diabetes

Influenza (flu)

Dermatitis

Hay fever

Question 48 of 50

49. What is the first thing you as a worker should do when you first arrive on site?

Wander around the site to familiarize yourself with the environment

Look for a colleague and let them take you to your work area

Report to your supervisor/site team and let them know you are on-site

Get your tools out of the store and go to your work area

Question 49 of 50

50. If a worker is taking medication that could affect their own safety or that of others, what should they do?

Stop taking the medication

Visit their doctor

Work harder to compensate

Inform their manager

Question 50 of 50

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