CSCS Mock Test 2022 – (100 multiple choice questions) – CSCS Mock Test | CSCS Mock Exam

The CSCS mock test 2022 below features 100 multiple choice questions and answers to help you practice and prepare for your Health, Safety and Environment Test in 2022. These 100 questions will cover all 16 sections of the core knowledge questions you’re likely to face.

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

Wet chemical

Carbon Dioxide

Water

Dry powder

Question 1 of 100

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

Reversing

Being loaded

Lifting a load

Being unloaded

Question 2 of 100

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

Ensure you are wearing rubber boots and gloves

Ensure safety screens are placed around you

Use a residual current device (RCD)

Use the tool in short bursts to minimize risk

Question 3 of 100

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

You must have an operation

You must change jobs immediately

The damage is permanent

You must take medication

Question 4 of 100

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

It makes the tool energy efficient

It automatically lowers the voltage

It allows the tool to run faster

It quickly cuts off the power if a fault is detected

Question 5 of 100

6. 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 6 of 100

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

Oxygen

Nitrogen

Heat

Carbon dioxide

Fuel

Question 7 of 100

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

Try to make your own

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

Put on safety gloves and continue working

Use the tool in short bursts to minimize risk

Question 8 of 100

9. 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 9 of 100

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

Ensure the power tool is switched off only

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 and it is unplugged from the socket

Question 10 of 100

11. What does this sign mean?

Emergency escape route

Canteen located here

Emergency assembly point

Do not enter this area in groups

Question 11 of 100

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

Slightly cold

Very cold

Slightly hot

Very hot

Question 12 of 100

13. Serious accidents should be reported to:

The police

Your employer

An HSE inspector

Your worksite security

Question 13 of 100

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

Inform your manager or supervisor

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

Tell your work colleagues only

Join a support group online

Question 14 of 100

15. 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 using loud equipment and machinery

Avoid speaking to others, as they may become distracted

Question 15 of 100

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

Trained and competent

At least 25 years old

Authorised to operate it

A British citizen

Question 16 of 100

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

It is not compulsory to sign in

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

Working hours need to be recorded by the HSE

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

Question 17 of 100

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

Question 18 of 100

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

PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Site induction procedures

Accident reporting and near misses

Your colleagues’ names and addresses

Question 19 of 100

20. 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 how to refill a fire extinguisher

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

Question 20 of 100

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

Remove the guard so that you can work faster

Ensure you are wearing safety gloves then remove the guard

Adjust the guard so that most of the blade is visible

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

Question 21 of 100

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

Safe use of chemicals in the workplace

Proper manual handling techniques in the workplace

Reporting of diseases and dangerous occurrences in the workplace

It tells you how to carry out a task safely

Question 22 of 100

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

As soon as your first task is assigned

After your first shift

At the site induction

After the first full week of work

Question 23 of 100

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

Must not be used until it is made safe

Can only be operated by approved personnel

Can only be operated by senior staff members

Must be discarded immediately

Question 24 of 100

25. 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 them lie down in a comfortable position

Have someone contact emergency services

Question 25 of 100

26. 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 26 of 100

27. What does the signal below mean?

Move forward

Danger, emergency stop

Turn right

Turn left

Question 27 of 100

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

Class 3 ladders are meant for domestic use

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

Question 28 of 100

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

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

By closing all pedestrian routes during working hours.

Use barriers to separate traffic routes from pedestrian foot paths.

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

Question 29 of 100

30. Which of these should you consider before carrying a load?

All of these answers

The distance you need to travel

Whether or not the path is clear and hazard free

The weight and dimensions of the object

Question 30 of 100

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

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

Find your supervisor and tell him.

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

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

Question 31 of 100

32. 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

Stop → Contain → Notify

Contain → Notify → Stop

Question 32 of 100

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

Water

Wet chemical

Foam

Carbon Dioxide

Question 33 of 100

34. What does this sign mean?

High visibility clothing must be worn

High visibility clothing recommended but not compulsory

High visibility clothing must not be worn

High visibility clothing not required

Question 34 of 100

35. Green safety signs signify:

A hazard

Fire alarm point

Safe conditions

An employee must do something

Question 35 of 100

36. 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 36 of 100

37. What is the primary reason that employees must report any and all accidents that occur on the job site?

Accountability needs to be established

Only major accidents need to be reported. Those resulting in minor injuries do not

Employers and employees can learn from the incident

Insurance reasons dictate that all incidents be reported

Question 37 of 100

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

Leave it, this will get better over time

Ask your employer to arrange a hearing test

Nothing, the damage has been done

Take some time off from work

Question 38 of 100

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

Carbon dioxide

Dry powder

Water

Foam

Question 39 of 100

40. 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 40 of 100

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

Smoke pollution

Water pollution

Light pollution

Noise pollution

Question 41 of 100

42. 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

Leave the site and go home

Find your supervisor and ask him/her for instructions

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

Question 42 of 100

43. 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

Your tools and equipment do not block the escape route

All doors in the corridor remain locked

Question 43 of 100

44. What does this sign mean?

Oxidising gases, solids and liquids

Heating may cause explosion

Flammable

Corrosive

Question 44 of 100

45. Which of the following should risk assessments identify?

Your working hours

Hazards within your workplace

Your salary

Your holiday entitlement

Question 45 of 100

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

Foam fire extinguishers

Water fire extinguishers

Dry powder fire extinguishers

Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers

Question 46 of 100

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

The HSE

Your site manager

Your health and safety rep

Your supervisor

Question 47 of 100

48. What does this sign mean?

Slippery surface

No access to roof

Fragile roof

Trip hazard

Question 48 of 100

49. What does the term PAT mean?

Professional Appliance Test

Portable Appliance Test

Professional Aptitude Test

Portable Application Test

Question 49 of 100

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

The lorry will use more fuel

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

Question 50 of 100

51. What does this sign mean?

Safety footwear not required in this area

Safety footwear not allowed in this area

Safety footwear must be worn

Safety footwear recommended but not compulsory

Question 51 of 100

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

Finger rashes

Blisters on your fingers

Temporary loss of feelings in your fingers

Your fingertips will turn white

A pins-and-needles sensation in your fingers

Question 52 of 100

53. Blue and white health and safety signs mean:

A hazard is present

It prohibits you from performing a specific task

You're in a restricted zone

An action is mandatory

Question 53 of 100

54. What equipment should be used when digging close to underground electrical services?

An insulated spade

An excavator

A jackhammer

A pick and fork

Question 54 of 100

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

All of the above

When the safety of a third party is threatened

When the safety of a co-worker is threatened

When your personal safety is threatened

Question 55 of 100

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

Prohibition

Hazard

No smoking signs

Mandatory

Question 56 of 100

57. 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

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

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

Question 57 of 100

58. 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

Push the test button on the RCD

Turn the tool on and off repeatedly

Run the tool at its highest speed

Question 58 of 100

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

Ignore the current method and carry on with your own method

Discuss your idea with your supervisor

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

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

Question 59 of 100

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

Internal bleeding

Chemical burns

Temporary hair loss around the area of contact

There is no effect

Question 60 of 100

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

A siren

Extra speakers

Flashing lights

Stop blocks

Question 61 of 100

62. What should you do if your supervisor asks you to operate a dump truck but you’ve never actually driven one before?

Just carry on and figure it out while on the job.

Observe what other drivers are doing then give it a try.

Ask a colleague how it’s done then try it out for yourself.

Inform your supervisor that you’ve never driven one so you wouldn’t be able to do it as you’ve not been trained.

Question 62 of 100

63. 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 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

Make sure the carry case isn’t damaged

Question 63 of 100

64. 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.

Call the police and report the matter.

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

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

Question 64 of 100

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

Keep quiet and try to protect your colleague

Nothing, the person involved needs to report it

Report it to your supervisor

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

Question 65 of 100

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

Protection against falling debris from above

Increased traction when working from heights

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

Increased comfort

Question 66 of 100

67. 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

Nothing – the driver will see it on their own

Tell the crane driver

Question 67 of 100

68. 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 68 of 100

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

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

Roll the item/s down the slope

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

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

Question 69 of 100

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

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

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

Question 70 of 100

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

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

Switch it off, unplug it, 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 71 of 100

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

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

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

Its main purpose is to tackle large fires

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

Question 72 of 100

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

Carbon dioxide

Water

Dry powder

Foam

Question 73 of 100

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

Only climb up to a comfortable height

Change the ladder

Ask for someone else to foot the ladder

Notify the site supervisor

Question 74 of 100

75. What does this sign mean?

Toxic

Damage to organs

Chest protection must be worn

No chest protection required

Question 75 of 100

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

You will need to ask your colleagues

You will need to check the HSE website

You will be told at your site induction

You will need to check with your local Jobcentre Plus

Question 76 of 100

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

Drag the trolley yourself

Find another way to move the load

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

Stop using the trolley and carry the load the remaining distance

Question 77 of 100

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

A hammer drill

A battery-powered screwdriver

A hammer and chisel

A handsaw

Question 78 of 100

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

The valve is leaking

The cylinder is empty

The cylinder is full

The cylinder is almost empty

Question 79 of 100

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

Arriving for work on time every day

Wearing PPE at all times

Following all health and safety rules outlined by your site

Reducing water and energy usage whenever possible

Question 80 of 100

81. What does this sign mean?

Do not touch

Safety glove must not be worn in this area

Safety gloves must be worn

Safety gloves recommended but not compulsory

Question 81 of 100

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

Your site rules

Your site emergency procedures

Your holiday entitlement

Public transportation routes to the site

Question 82 of 100

83. 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 83 of 100

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

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

Ask your colleagues for suggestions

Talk to your supervisor about the matter

Try and implement your own safety rules and follow them

Question 84 of 100

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

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

Carry on working and wait for the dizziness to pass

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

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

Question 85 of 100

86. Which voltage can cause sever injury or death?

110 volts

220 volts

480 volts

All listed voltages can cause death

Question 86 of 100

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

Ask them to confirm by handshake

Take their word for it

Ask them to produce evidence

Ask them to swear on it

Question 87 of 100

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

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.

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

Question 88 of 100

89. What does this sign mean?

Explosive

Corrosive

Hot Liquid

Flammable

Question 89 of 100

90. Information regarding site traffic rules are usually ___.

Sent to you in the post

Discussed during your site induction

Discussed after your first shift has ended

Discussed at your first lunch break

Question 90 of 100

91. 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

Put on safety overalls over it

Go outside and wait for it to dry

Try to wipe it off with a cloth

Question 91 of 100

92. 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 away from the cable and report it to your supervisor

Stay clear of the cable and carry on with your work

Touch it to see if it’s live

Question 92 of 100

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

Your health and safety rep

An HSE inspector

Your supervisor

Everyone on site

Question 93 of 100

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

Wearing a back brace eliminates all risk of injury

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

The side effects of manual handling can go undetected for years

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

Question 94 of 100

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

Wearing body cameras to capture incidents

Wearing gloves while giving hand signals

Going for a yearly eye test

Wearing hi-vis clothing that makes them clearly visible

Question 95 of 100

96. 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

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

Question 96 of 100

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

You will have to work shorter shifts

All personnel must immediately stop working

Only skilled personnel can continue working

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

Question 97 of 100

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

They are cheaper to maintain

They produce less noise

They’re safer

They are more powerful

Question 98 of 100

99. What does this sign mean?

Emergency eye wash

Emergency shower

Warning - leaking roof

First aid

Question 99 of 100

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

A plug-in battery charger

A coffee machine

A battery operated drill

A television

Question 100 of 100

28 Comments

charlotte jones May 13, 2021

99/100 Looks like practising on here and reading the citb book is paying off….test saturday

charlotte jones May 12, 2021

99/100 …..revision is paying off ,

Odugbenga Odubela March 12, 2021

Thanks for this mock test l got 97/100.it really help me in preparing for my test.

Brad March 10, 2021

97 I’m ready lol

peter paul February 26, 2021

just got 100/100 and about to do my test in a couple hours

Dee February 11, 2021

94 out of 100
and I am making the 100 for first time
It is a great training for the test
Thanks for it!

Derek January 26, 2021

100/100 easy for an old sweat like me. Good to practice, and yes I did learn a couple of things id forgotten.

Shar December 11, 2020

I passed my test with 49/50 , practiced on here and it was so helpful highly recommended

vicky November 5, 2020

91/100 not too bad but could be better.

- vicky November 5, 2020
  
  96. getting better.
Russell November 3, 2020

Practice makes perfect

Steve rice September 3, 2020

Very pleased with first mock test score but not quite there yet ……great test tho
77/100….

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!!!
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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