CSCS Mock Test 2021 – (100 multiple choice questions) – CSCS Mock Test | CSCS Mock Exam

The CSCS mock test 2021 below features 100 multiple choice questions and answers to help you practice and prepare for your Health, Safety and Environment Test in 2021. These 100 questions will cover all 16 sections of the core knowledge questions you’re likely to face.

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

45°

75°

40°

25°

Question 1 of 100

2. Which voltage can cause sever injury or death?

110 volts

220 volts

480 volts

All listed voltages can cause death

Question 2 of 100

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

Your site manager

The HSE

Your supervisor

Your health and safety rep

Question 3 of 100

4. What does this sign mean?

Safety footwear must be worn

Safety footwear not allowed in this area

Safety footwear recommended but not compulsory

Safety footwear not required in this area

Question 4 of 100

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

Water

Carbon dioxide

Dry powder

Foam

Question 5 of 100

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

A coffee machine

A battery operated drill

A plug-in battery charger

A television

Question 6 of 100

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

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

The side effects of manual handling can go undetected for years

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

Wearing a back brace eliminates all risk of injury

Question 7 of 100

8. A near miss can be described as:

A minor accident which could have been avoided

An accident that resulted in time off from work

A minor accident that was unreported

An accident which was narrowly avoided

Question 8 of 100

9. What should you do to protect yourself from electric shock if you have to use a 230-volt tool?

Use the tool in short bursts to minimize risk

Use a residual current device (RCD)

Ensure you are wearing rubber boots and gloves

Ensure safety screens are placed around you

Question 9 of 100

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

When the safety of a co-worker is threatened

When your personal safety is threatened

When the safety of a third party is threatened

All of the above

Question 10 of 100

11. 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 small fires and prevent them from becoming larger

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

Its main purpose is to tackle large fires

Question 11 of 100

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

Speak to the contractor

Speak to your colleagues

Speak to your supervisor

Speak to the contractor’s supervisor

Question 12 of 100

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

Tell the crane driver

Nothing – the driver will see it on their own

Report it to your supervisor

Try to warn the person signalling or supervising the crane

Question 13 of 100

14. 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 14 of 100

15. 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

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

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

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

Question 15 of 100

16. What does this sign mean?

Trip hazard

No sitting

No running

Slippery surface

Question 16 of 100

17. What does this sign mean?

Do not touch

Safety glove must not be worn in this area

Safety gloves recommended but not compulsory

Safety gloves must be worn

Question 17 of 100

18. Besides a CO2 fire extinguisher, which of these should you use to tackle electrical fires?

Water

Foam

Dry powder

Wet chemical

Question 18 of 100

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

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

Locate the spill kit and then report it to your supervisor

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

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

Question 19 of 100

20. Which of these are common fire risks on a constructions site? (Choose 2 answers)

Transport vehicles

Waste build up and poor housekeeping

110V power tools

Uncontrolled hot works

Question 20 of 100

21. When are the rules regarding health and safety normally discussed?

At the site induction

As soon as your first task is assigned

After the first full week of work

After your first shift

Question 21 of 100

22. What does the signal below mean?

Move forward

Danger, emergency stop

Turn left

Turn right

Question 22 of 100

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

The site manager

The driver’s supervisor

Their supervisor

The person operating the machine

Question 23 of 100

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

Question 24 of 100

25. 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 25 of 100

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

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

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.

Question 26 of 100

27. Site inductions should be attended by:

Managers only

Cleaners only

Everyone who will be on the site

Supervisors only

Question 27 of 100

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

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

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

Wander around the site to familiarize yourself with the environment

Question 28 of 100

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

Carbon Dioxide

Water

Dry powder

Wet chemical

Question 29 of 100

30. 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 switches, triggers, and guards are correctly adjusted

Make sure the carry case isn’t damaged

Make sure the manufacturer’s logo isn’t damaged

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

Question 30 of 100

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

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

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

Question 31 of 100

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

Ask the presenter to explain further

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

Ask your colleague at the end of your shift

Try to figure it out later

Question 32 of 100

33. What is the main advantage of using battery-powered tools instead of electrical ones?

They produce less noise

They’re safer

They are more powerful

They are cheaper to maintain

Question 33 of 100

34. What does this sign mean?

Heating may cause explosion

Flammable

Corrosive

Oxidising gases, solids and liquids

Question 34 of 100

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

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

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

Question 35 of 100

36. What does the term PAT mean?

Professional Aptitude Test

Portable Application Test

Portable Appliance Test

Professional Appliance Test

Question 36 of 100

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

Run the tool at its slowest speed

Run the tool at its highest speed

Push the test button on the RCD

Turn the tool on and off repeatedly

Question 37 of 100

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

Only skilled personnel can continue working

You will have to work shorter shifts

All personnel must immediately stop working

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

Question 38 of 100

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

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

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

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

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

Question 39 of 100

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

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

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

Call the police and report the matter.

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

Question 40 of 100

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

Tell your work colleagues only

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

Inform your manager or supervisor

Join a support group online

Question 41 of 100

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

Write your own risk assessment

Take extra PPE with you

Avoid interaction with the general public

Maintain regular contact with your team

Question 42 of 100

43. You see a lorry parking and notice it has a flat tyre; you should tell the driver because ____.

The lorry could be unsafe to drive

The driver may need to unload materials to make the lorry lighter

The drive will need to drive at a slower speed

The lorry will use more fuel

Question 43 of 100

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

Water

Dry powder

Carbon dioxide

Foam

Question 44 of 100

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

Warm and dry

Cold and dry

Cold and wet

Warm and wet

Question 45 of 100

46. What should you do if you see a mobile plant using a route designated for pedestrians?

Speak to the operator at the end of your shift

Nothing – this is normal

Nothing – this is none of your business

Report it to the operator’s supervisor

Question 46 of 100

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

It quickly cuts off the power if a fault is detected

It makes the tool energy efficient

It automatically lowers the voltage

It allows the tool to run faster

Question 47 of 100

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

Raise the fire alarm

Pack away your tools then go to your assembly point

Go to your assembly point

Find your supervisor and let him know

Question 48 of 100

49. What does this sign mean?

First aid

Emergency shower

Emergency eye wash

Warning - leaking roof

Question 49 of 100

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

An HSE inspector

Everyone on site

Your supervisor

Your health and safety rep

Question 50 of 100

51. Blue and white health and safety signs mean:

It prohibits you from performing a specific task

You're in a restricted zone

A hazard is present

An action is mandatory

Question 51 of 100

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

Identify the cause of the accident for insurance purposes

Find the person responsible for the accident

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

Find out the cost of the accident

Question 52 of 100

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

A hammer and chisel

A hammer drill

A handsaw

A battery-powered screwdriver

Question 53 of 100

54. Why is a site induction important?

It provides the opportunity to meet all managers and supervisors

First aid packs are distributed

Workers can determine the best way to perform their job

All relevant health and safety rules are discussed

Question 54 of 100

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

Carbon dioxide

Dry powder

Water

Foam

Question 55 of 100

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

You must change jobs immediately

You must have an operation

The damage is permanent

You must take medication

Question 56 of 100

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

Try to attend another site induction

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

Ask him/her to explain it again

Go home and do your own research

Question 57 of 100

58. 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.

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

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.

Question 58 of 100

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

Ladders should be painted to prevent wear and tear

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

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

Class 3 ladders are meant for domestic use

Question 59 of 100

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

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

You could distract the operator from carrying out his job.

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

The crane could crush you against the wall.

Question 60 of 100

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

Gas

Water

Telecoms

Electricity

Question 61 of 100

62. 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 and equipment do not block the escape route

All doors in the corridor remain locked

Your tools are fire proof

Question 62 of 100

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

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

Leave the site and go home

Find your supervisor and ask him/her for instructions

Go to your assembly point immediately

Question 63 of 100

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

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

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

Shake it and see if it starts again

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

Question 64 of 100

65. 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

Put on safety gloves and continue working

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

Try to make your own

Question 65 of 100

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

You have a fire extinguisher close to you while working

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

You know how to refill a fire extinguisher

You check for signs of a fire after completing your job

You know how to write a risk assessment

Question 66 of 100

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

Use power tools exclusively

Cover the entire work site

Use correct Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE)

Dampen the site with spray

Question 67 of 100

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

Slightly cold

Slightly hot

Very hot

Very cold

Question 68 of 100

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

Reducing water and energy usage whenever possible

Wearing PPE at all times

Following all health and safety rules outlined by your site

Arriving for work on time every day

Question 69 of 100

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

Temporary hair loss around the area of contact

There is no effect

Internal bleeding

Chemical burns

Question 70 of 100

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

Take some time off from work

Ask your employer to arrange a hearing test

Leave it, this will get better over time

Nothing, the damage has been done

Question 71 of 100

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

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.

Quickly run across the crane.

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

Question 72 of 100

73. What does this sign mean?

Emergency escape route

No escape route

No running

Emergency assembly point

Question 73 of 100

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

Contain → Notify → Stop

Notify → Stop → Contain

Contain → Stop → Notify

Stop → Contain → Notify

Question 74 of 100

75. 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

Use a back brace and carry on with the job

Ignore the problem and wait for it to go away

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

Question 75 of 100

76. 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

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

Roll the item/s down the slope

Question 76 of 100

77. What does this sign mean?

Canteen located here

Emergency assembly point

Do not enter this area in groups

Emergency escape route

Question 77 of 100

78. How would you know if you need a permit to work before starting a job?

You will need to check the HSE website

You will need to ask your colleagues

You will need to check with your local Jobcentre Plus

You will be told at your site induction

Question 78 of 100

79. What type of health and safety signs are triangular?

Hazard

Mandatory

No smoking signs

Prohibition

Question 79 of 100

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

Being loaded

Reversing

Lifting a load

Being unloaded

Question 80 of 100

81. What does this sign mean?

Hot Liquid

Explosive

Corrosive

Flammable

Question 81 of 100

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

They're lighter to carry around

They do not need to undergo electrical inspection

You won’t get an electrical shock from them

They’re cheaper to run and maintain

Question 82 of 100

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

It provides in depth statistics of all recorded accidents

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 tells you the location of all safety equipment

Question 83 of 100

84. What does this sign mean?

Toxic

Chest protection must be worn

No chest protection required

Damage to organs

Question 84 of 100

85. Maintaining a clean working environment helps to: (choose 3 answers)

Prevent animals from entering the site and spreading diseases

Reduce slips, trips and falls

Reduce the impact on the environment

Eliminate the cost of hiring cleaners

Question 85 of 100

86. 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?

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

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

Drag the load on the ground

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

Question 86 of 100

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

It’s more environmentally friendly

It is much cheaper

It’s less likely to kill someone

It’s better for electrical tools

Question 87 of 100

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

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

Ask a supervisor to do it for you

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

Ensure the power tool is switched off only

Question 88 of 100

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

Water

Foam

Wet chemical

Carbon Dioxide

Question 89 of 100

90. If a work tool has been given a prohibition notice this means the tool ___.

Can only be operated by senior staff members

Can only be operated by approved personnel

Must be discarded immediately

Must not be used until it is made safe

Question 90 of 100

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

Remove the guard so that you can work faster

Adjust the guard so that most of the blade is visible

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

Ensure you are wearing safety gloves then remove the guard

Question 91 of 100

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

Flashing lights

Stop blocks

Extra speakers

A siren

Question 92 of 100

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

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

Find your supervisor and tell him.

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

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

Question 93 of 100

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

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

Ask a colleague to walk beside you and give instructions

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

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

Question 94 of 100

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

Your holiday entitlement

Your site rules

Public transportation routes to the site

Your site emergency procedures

Question 95 of 100

96. What do fire extinguishers with a Black colour band contain?

Dry powder

Carbon dioxide

Water

Foam

Question 96 of 100

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

It is not compulsory to sign in

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

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

Working hours need to be recorded by the HSE

Question 97 of 100

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

Try to fix it yourself then carry on working

Replace it immediately

Carry on using it but keep checking it for further damage

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

Question 98 of 100

99. 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

Only once

Twice

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

Question 99 of 100

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

Reporting of diseases and dangerous occurrences in the workplace

It tells you how to carry out a task safely

Safe use of chemicals in the workplace

Proper manual handling techniques in the workplace

Question 100 of 100

16 Comments

David August 23, 2020

97/100 keep on doing mock test to make sure I get it right practice practice practice and you will get it spot on

David August 23, 2020

Good site. Just keep on practicing and I am sure you will get a pass doing my test next week

gary July 15, 2020

91 out of 100 still ok

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!!!
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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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