CSCS Mock Test 2020 – (100 multiple choice questions) – CSCS Mock Test | CSCS Mock Exam

The CSCS mock test 2020 below features 100 multiple choice questions and answers to help you practice and prepare for your Health, Safety and Environment test in 2020. These 100 questions will cover all 16 sections of the core knowledge questions you’re likely to face.

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1. According to the fire triangle, what 3 factors must be present for a fire to start? (Choose 3 answers)

Fuel

Oxygen

Nitrogen

Heat

Carbon dioxide

Question 1 of 100

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

You check for signs of a fire after completing your job

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

You have a fire extinguisher close to you while working

You know how to write a risk assessment

You know how to refill a fire extinguisher

Question 2 of 100

3. What must do when working in a hearing protection zone?

Wear adequate hearing protection

Work quickly and exit the area to avoid hearing damage

Avoid speaking to others, as they may become distracted

Avoid using loud equipment and machinery

Question 3 of 100

4. Which of the following should risk assessments identify?

Your salary

Your working hours

Your holiday entitlement

Hazards within your workplace

Question 4 of 100

5. What should you do if you are witness to an accident on site?

Report it to your supervisor

Keep quiet and try to protect your colleague

Nothing, health and safety issues should be left to management only

Nothing, the person involved needs to report it

Question 5 of 100

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

A battery operated drill

A plug-in battery charger

A television

A coffee machine

Question 6 of 100

7. What does this sign mean?

No sitting

Trip hazard

Slippery surface

No running

Question 7 of 100

8. Which of these is most likely to cause hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS)?

A handsaw

A battery-powered screwdriver

A hammer and chisel

A hammer drill

Question 8 of 100

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

Slightly hot

Very hot

Very cold

Slightly cold

Question 9 of 100

10. What should you do if a load is too heavy for you to move on your own, there are no colleagues around to help you, and the load cannot be divided into smaller parts?

Drag the load on the ground

Use a fork-lift truck even though you’re not trained to use one

Place the load on your shoulders and carry it quickly to avoid injury

Do not attempt to move the load unless you find a safe way of moving it

Question 10 of 100

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

Try to figure it out later

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

Ask the presenter to explain further

Ask your colleague at the end of your shift

Question 11 of 100

12. What do fire extinguishers with a Blue colour band contain?

Foam

Dry powder

Carbon dioxide

Water

Question 12 of 100

13. What should you do if you’re attending a site induction and the presenter says something you don’t understand?

Go home and do your own research

Try to attend another site induction

Ask him/her to explain it again

Ask a colleague after the site induction to explain it to you

Question 13 of 100

14. 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 14 of 100

15. The responsibility of managing health and safety on a construction site belongs to:

Your site manager

Your health and safety rep

Your supervisor

The HSE

Question 15 of 100

16. What should you do if you need to carry a load down a steep slope?

Stop and assess if it’s safe to carry the item/s down the slope

Place the item/s on your shoulders and take it down

Roll the item/s down the slope

Place the item/s on your shoulder and run down the slope to finish quickly

Question 16 of 100

17. What does this sign mean?

Canteen located here

Do not enter this area in groups

Emergency assembly point

Emergency escape route

Question 17 of 100

18. Which of the following could help you to protect the environment while you are working?

Following all health and safety rules outlined by your site

Arriving for work on time every day

Wearing PPE at all times

Reducing water and energy usage whenever possible

Question 18 of 100

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

There is no effect

Internal bleeding

Temporary hair loss around the area of contact

Chemical burns

Question 19 of 100

20. Pedestrians are most likely to get injured by a vehicle on site when the vehicle is ___.

Being unloaded

Lifting a load

Being loaded

Reversing

Question 20 of 100

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

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

Use a back brace and carry on with the job

Explain the situation to your supervisor before starting the job

Ignore the problem and wait for it to go away

Question 21 of 100

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

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

Its main purpose is to tackle large fires

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

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

Question 22 of 100

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

Maintain regular contact with your team

Avoid interaction with the general public

Write your own risk assessment

Take extra PPE with you

Question 23 of 100

24. When should you report a health and safety concern to your supervisor?

When your personal safety is threatened

When the safety of a third party is threatened

When the safety of a co-worker is threatened

All of the above

Question 24 of 100

25. What should you do if you’re using an electric hand tool and it suddenly cuts out?

Shake it and see if it starts again

Leave it plugged in (to save time) and look for signs of damage

Switch it off, unplug it, look for signs of damage

Switch the power on and off constantly to see if it would start again

Question 25 of 100

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

They’re cheaper to run and maintain

They're lighter to carry around

They do not need to undergo electrical inspection

You won’t get an electrical shock from them

Question 26 of 100

27. RIDDOR is a health and safety term related to:

Proper manual handling techniques in the workplace

Reporting of diseases and dangerous occurrences in the workplace

Safe use of chemicals in the workplace

It tells you how to carry out a task safely

Question 27 of 100

28. Which of these could be used as a safety precaution if a vehicle has to tip materials into an excavation?

Stop blocks

Extra speakers

A siren

Flashing lights

Question 28 of 100

29. What does this sign mean?

Emergency eye wash

Warning - leaking roof

First aid

Emergency shower

Question 29 of 100

30. Which of these emergency procedures should be explained at your site induction? (Choose 3 answers)

How to raise an alarm if there’s an emergency on-site

Where to go if the fire alarm is activated

Which lifts to use if there’s a fire in the building

Where to pack away your tools if there’s a fire on-site

What to do if there’s an injury on-site

Question 30 of 100

31. What is considered a safe voltage when using electrical equipment on a construction site?

240 volts

110 volts

220 volts

115 volts

Question 31 of 100

32. Which of these could be used to verify that a signaller is trained and competent?

Ask them to produce evidence

Ask them to confirm by handshake

Take their word for it

Ask them to swear on it

Question 32 of 100

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

Everyone on site

An HSE inspector

Your supervisor

Your health and safety rep

Question 33 of 100

34. 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

Try to fix it yourself then carry on working

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

Question 34 of 100

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

Carbon dioxide

Water

Foam

Dry powder

Question 35 of 100

36. 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

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

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

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

Question 36 of 100

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

By sticking to the designated walking routes.

Ensure you are wearing hi visibility clothing.

Hitch a ride on the vehicles as they go by.

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

Question 37 of 100

38. You have to carry out a job that requires flammable liquid, how much flammable liquid should you take from the stores?

Twice as much – in case there’s spillage

Enough to carry out the immediate job

Take more than enough to save time of having to go to the stores again if more is needed

As much as you can carry

Question 38 of 100

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

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.

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

Question 39 of 100

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

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

Join a support group online

Tell your work colleagues only

Inform your manager or supervisor

Question 40 of 100

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

Wearing hi-vis clothing that makes them clearly visible

Going for a yearly eye test

Wearing body cameras to capture incidents

Wearing gloves while giving hand signals

Question 41 of 100

42. Green safety signs signify:

An employee must do something

Fire alarm point

A hazard

Safe conditions

Question 42 of 100

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

Notify the site supervisor

Only climb up to a comfortable height

Change the ladder

Ask for someone else to foot the ladder

Question 43 of 100

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

Carbon dioxide

Foam

Water

Dry powder

Question 44 of 100

45. Which of these is most likely if you can see frost around the valve of an LPG cylinder?

The cylinder is almost empty

The cylinder is full

The valve is leaking

The cylinder is empty

Question 45 of 100

46. Site inductions should be attended by:

Cleaners only

Supervisors only

Managers only

Everyone who will be on the site

Question 46 of 100

47. Two of the main topics covered in a site induction are: (Choose 2 answers)

Your site emergency procedures

Your site rules

Your holiday entitlement

Public transportation routes to the site

Question 47 of 100

48. How can you check if a residual current device (RCD) connected to a power tool is working correctly?

Run the tool at its highest speed

Run the tool at its slowest speed

Push the test button on the RCD

Turn the tool on and off repeatedly

Question 48 of 100

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

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

Give them any appropriate medication they may need

Have someone contact emergency services

Have them lie down in a comfortable position

Question 49 of 100

50. Before using a power tool, you should carry out a visual inspection, what are the 2 main things you should look for? (Choose 2 answers)

Make sure the carry case isn’t damaged

Make sure the manufacturer’s logo isn’t damaged

Make sure switches, triggers, and guards are correctly adjusted

Make sure the power lead, plug and casing aren’t damaged

Question 50 of 100

51. 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?

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

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

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

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

Question 51 of 100

52. What should you do if you discover a better way of lifting a load than the method currently in place?

Ask your colleagues if they think it’s a good idea and if they agree do it your way

Carry on using the method in place and forget about our idea

Ignore the current method and carry on with your own method

Discuss your idea with your supervisor

Question 52 of 100

53. Disposable ear plugs are essential when working in loud environments. How many times should you wear disposable ear plugs?

Three times if they are cleaned after

Twice

Only once

As long as the sound is inhibited, they can be used indefinitely

Question 53 of 100

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

Quickly run across the crane.

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

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 54 of 100

55. What purpose does a steel toe serve in a work boot?

The steel will keep the foot more aerated than a normal boot

Increased traction when working from heights

Protection against falling debris from above

Increased comfort

Question 55 of 100

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

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

Working hours need to be recorded by the HSE

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

It is not compulsory to sign in

Question 56 of 100

57. Why is a site induction important?

Workers can determine the best way to perform their job

It provides the opportunity to meet all managers and supervisors

First aid packs are distributed

All relevant health and safety rules are discussed

Question 57 of 100

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

It’s more environmentally friendly

It’s better for electrical tools

It is much cheaper

It’s less likely to kill someone

Question 58 of 100

59. Which of these should NOT be used on electrical fires? (Choose 2 answers)

Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers

Dry powder fire extinguishers

Water fire extinguishers

Foam fire extinguishers

Question 59 of 100

60. Before you can operate a plant on site you must be ___ and ___. (Choose 2 answers)

Authorised to operate it

Trained and competent

At least 25 years old

A British citizen

Question 60 of 100

61. What should you do before adjusting an electric hand tool?

Make sure you are wearing safety gloves if you leave it plugged into the power socket

Ensure the power tool is switched off only

Ask a supervisor to do it for you

Ensure the power tool is switched off and it is unplugged from the socket

Question 61 of 100

62. What should you do if you have to work near an electric cable which has exposed wires?

Move the cable out of your way and start working

Stay clear of the cable and carry on with your work

Touch it to see if it’s live

Stay away from the cable and report it to your supervisor

Question 62 of 100

63. What should you do if the trolley you’re using gets damaged and one of its wheels fall off?

Drag the trolley yourself

Stop using the trolley and carry the load the remaining distance

Find another way to move the load

Get a colleague to help you drag the trolley the remaining distance

Question 63 of 100

64. Blue and white health and safety signs mean:

An action is mandatory

A hazard is present

It prohibits you from performing a specific task

You're in a restricted zone

Question 64 of 100

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

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

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

It provides in depth statistics of all recorded accidents

It tells you the location of all safety equipment

Question 65 of 100

66. What should you do if you need to use a power tool and the guard is missing?

Use the tool in short bursts to minimize risk

Try to make your own

Put on safety gloves and continue working

Do not use the tool until it has been fitted with a proper guard

Question 66 of 100

67. What type of pollution do hand-held power tools contribute to?

Noise pollution

Light pollution

Smoke pollution

Water pollution

Question 67 of 100

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

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

Locate the spill kit and then report it to your supervisor

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

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

Question 68 of 100

69. Serious accidents should be reported to:

An HSE inspector

Your worksite security

Your employer

The police

Question 69 of 100

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

Speak to your supervisor

Speak to the contractor

Speak to the contractor’s supervisor

Speak to your colleagues

Question 70 of 100

71. What does this sign mean?

Safety gloves must be worn

Do not touch

Safety glove must not be worn in this area

Safety gloves recommended but not compulsory

Question 71 of 100

72. Who should a signaller be in contact with at all times while giving signals?

The person operating the machine

Their supervisor

The driver’s supervisor

The site manager

Question 72 of 100

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

Notify → Stop → Contain

Contain → Stop → Notify

Contain → Notify → Stop

Stop → Contain → Notify

Question 73 of 100

74. What is the best method for minimizing dust at a work site?

Cover the entire work site

Dampen the site with spray

Use power tools exclusively

Use correct Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE)

Question 74 of 100

75. 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 75 of 100

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

You remove all fire exit signs before work starts

Your tools are fire proof

All doors in the corridor remain locked

Your tools and equipment do not block the escape route

Question 76 of 100

77. What is the first thing you should do if you discover a fire on-site?

Go to your assembly point

Pack away your tools then go to your assembly point

Find your supervisor and let him know

Raise the fire alarm

Question 77 of 100

78. What does this sign mean?

Trip hazard

No access to roof

Fragile roof

Slippery surface

Question 78 of 100

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

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

Use the new method to finish your work and leave early

Show your colleagues so everyone can finish their work faster

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

Question 79 of 100

80. 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

Carry on working and wait for the dizziness to pass

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

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

Question 80 of 100

81. When referring to ladders, which out of these four statements is NOT true?

ladder needs to be footed for angles less than seventy-five degrees

A ladder should always be painted to avoid excess wear and tear

Fibreglass ladders can help lessen the chances of electrical grounding

Three points of contact need to be maintained when using a ladder

Question 81 of 100

82. What does it mean if your entire work-site has been given a prohibition notice?

All personnel must immediately stop working

You will have to work shorter shifts

An on-site supervisor has been fined due to a lack of safety protocol

Only skilled personnel can continue working

Question 82 of 100

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

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

Go to your assembly point immediately

Question 83 of 100

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

Change your clothes immediately

Try to wipe it off with a cloth

Put on safety overalls over it

Go outside and wait for it to dry

Question 84 of 100

85. All of the following are true about ladders EXCEPT: (choose 2 answers)

Class 3 ladders are meant for domestic use

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

Ladders should be painted to prevent wear and tear

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

Question 85 of 100

86. What does this sign mean?

Safety footwear not allowed in this area

Safety footwear recommended but not compulsory

Safety footwear must be worn

Safety footwear not required in this area

Question 86 of 100

87. In accordance with the guidance on underground service pipes, yellow service pipes carry ___.

Electricity

Gas

Water

Telecoms

Question 87 of 100

88. As work progresses, you realize that the safety rules given at your site induction are clearly out-of-date, you should_______.

Try and implement your own safety rules and follow them

Ask your colleagues for suggestions

Talk to your supervisor about the matter

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

Question 88 of 100

89. How can you reverse hearing damage that was caused by long-term noise exposure?

You must have an operation

The damage is permanent

You must change jobs immediately

You must take medication

Question 89 of 100

90. What should you do if you think a load is going to fall from a moving vehicle?

Ignore it, it’s the driver’s responsibility.

Stay away from the vehicle and warn the driver and others in the area.

Find your supervisor and tell him.

Try to hold the load in place until someone can come and secure it.

Question 90 of 100

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

PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Accident reporting and near misses

Your colleagues’ names and addresses

Site induction procedures

Question 91 of 100

92. What are Class Three ladders designed for?

Building site purposes

They are designed to be used with jobs where bucket lifts are not possible

They are to be used with jobs that have heights greater than 30 feet

Home or domestic use

Question 92 of 100

93. A residual current device (RCD) should be used with 230v tools because ___.

It makes the tool energy efficient

It allows the tool to run faster

It quickly cuts off the power if a fault is detected

It automatically lowers the voltage

Question 93 of 100

94. What type of fire extinguisher should be used on cooking oil fires?

Water

Dry powder

Carbon Dioxide

Wet chemical

Question 94 of 100

95. What is the MAIN danger when walking next to a 360° crane that’s working near a wall?

The crane could crush you against the wall.

The crane could hit the wall and debris could fall on you.

You could damage your hearing from getting too close to the crane.

You could distract the operator from carrying out his job.

Question 95 of 100

96. If you have to use a power tool with a rotating blade you should ___.

Adjust the guard so that most of the blade is visible

Remove the guard so that you can work faster

Adjust the guard to allow just enough blade to get the job done

Ensure you are wearing safety gloves then remove the guard

Question 96 of 100

97. Which of these best describes a “tool box talk”?

It’s a guide that outlines the tools approved for use on site

It’s a guide that explains the benefits of choosing the right tools for a job

It’s a detailed guide on how to store your tools safely

It’s a short discussion on a specific health and safety topic

Question 97 of 100

98. The Main reason for carrying out an accident investigation is to:

Find out the cost of the accident

Identify the cause of the accident so as to avoid similar accidents in the future

Find the person responsible for the accident

Identify the cause of the accident for insurance purposes

Question 98 of 100

99. What is the most common way of keeping traffic routes free from pedestrians?

Vehicles and pedestrians should be allowed to use the same route as long as they are aware of the dangers.

Use barriers to separate traffic routes from pedestrian foot paths.

By closing all pedestrian routes during working hours.

Have someone direct the pedestrians where to walk at all times.

Question 99 of 100

100. Which two fire extinguishers should you avoid using in confined spaces? (Choose 2 answers)

Water

Foam

Carbon dioxide

Dry powder

Question 100 of 100

13 Comments

Miss Avier March 15, 2020

93/100, confident
I could get 100 looking to become a brick mason about to do some training and get a CSCS card

Damian March 1, 2020

87 out of a 100, best keep practicing,

Dave February 24, 2020

99 this time .

Great site

Mr. Fixit January 31, 2020

98!/100 should be a pass!lol
CITB test pass in 03′ & never studied for cscs since! Updating mine as more employers asking for it!!!
new cards 2020 last 5 years instead of 3!

Patryk January 21, 2020

Failed my test twice hopefully this helps me to succeed

Craig January 15, 2020

Just had my test and passed thanks to these mock tests

- admin January 16, 2020
  
  Well done Craig.
Mukesh Kumar January 15, 2020

Obtained 94 out of 100.

George October 25, 2019

88 out of 100,is that a pass?

- admin October 25, 2019
  
  The pass mark for the real test is 45 out of 50, so for 100 questions it would be 90.
daryl K October 3, 2019

got my test on tuesday hopefully enough times doing this test will prove helpful

Carl Edwards September 28, 2019

Passed my test today my advice is to practice practice practice. All the questions are right here just read the question carefully.

- Michael November 3, 2019
  
  Are these question similar to the actually test ??

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