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

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

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

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

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

Question 1 of 100

2. 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

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

Fibreglass ladders can help lessen the chances of electrical grounding

Question 2 of 100

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

Dry powder

Carbon Dioxide

Water

Wet chemical

Question 3 of 100

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

Contain → Stop → Notify

Stop → Contain → Notify

Notify → Stop → Contain

Contain → Notify → Stop

Question 4 of 100

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

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

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

Question 5 of 100

6. 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 finish your work and leave early

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 get more work done within the day

Question 6 of 100

7. 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 7 of 100

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 As work progresses, you realize that the safety rules given at your site induction are clearly out-of-date, you should_______.

Ask your colleagues for suggestions

Talk to your supervisor about the matter

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

Try and implement your own safety rules and follow them

Question 8 of 100

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

Question 9 of 100

10. 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

Ladders should be painted to prevent wear and tear

Class 3 ladders are meant for domestic use

Question 10 of 100

11. Information regarding site traffic rules are usually ___.

Discussed at your first lunch break

Discussed during your site induction

Discussed after your first shift has ended

Sent to you in the post

Question 11 of 100

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

The weight and dimensions of the object

All of these answers

Whether or not the path is clear and hazard free

The distance you need to travel

Question 12 of 100

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

A battery-powered screwdriver

A hammer drill

A hammer and chisel

A handsaw

Question 13 of 100

14. What does this sign mean?

High visibility clothing must not be worn

High visibility clothing recommended but not compulsory

High visibility clothing must be worn

High visibility clothing not required

Question 14 of 100

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

Find your supervisor and let him know

Pack away your tools then go to your assembly point

Raise the fire alarm

Go to your assembly point

Question 15 of 100

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

Electricity

Telecoms

Water

Gas

Question 16 of 100

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

Roll the item/s down the 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

Question 17 of 100

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

Stay away from the cable and report it to your supervisor

Touch it to see if it’s live

Move the cable out of your way and start working

Stay clear of the cable and carry on with your work

Question 18 of 100

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

Chemical burns

Temporary hair loss around the area of contact

Internal bleeding

There is no effect

Question 19 of 100

20. What health problem is associated with using hand-held vibrating tools?

Skin cancer on the areas of your body that come into contact with tools

Hand blisters

Itchy skin

Damaged blood vessels on the hands and fingers

Question 20 of 100

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

Accident reporting and near misses

Site induction procedures

Your colleagues’ names and addresses

PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Question 21 of 100

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

Its main purpose is to tackle large fires

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

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

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

Question 22 of 100

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

It allows the tool to run faster

It quickly cuts off the power if a fault is detected

It automatically lowers the voltage

It makes the tool energy efficient

Question 23 of 100

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

Identify the cause of the accident for insurance purposes

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

Find the person responsible for the accident

Find out the cost of the accident

Question 24 of 100

25. What does this sign mean?

Safety footwear not allowed in this area

Safety footwear not required in this area

Safety footwear must be worn

Safety footwear recommended but not compulsory

Question 25 of 100

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

Water

Dry powder

Carbon dioxide

Foam

Question 26 of 100

27. 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

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

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

Question 27 of 100

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

A pick and fork

A jackhammer

An insulated spade

An excavator

Question 28 of 100

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

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

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 short discussion on a specific health and safety topic

Question 29 of 100

30. You should not walk behind a lorry while it is reversing because_____.

Lorries do not have mirrors

The driver might not see you there

You could delay work if the driver has to stop for you

Most drivers find it difficult to reverse a lorry

Question 30 of 100

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

After your first shift

After the first full week of work

As soon as your first task is assigned

At the site induction

Question 31 of 100

32. 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 check for signs of a fire after completing your job

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

You know how to refill a fire extinguisher

You know how to write a risk assessment

Question 32 of 100

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

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

It is not compulsory to sign in

Working hours need to be recorded by the HSE

Question 33 of 100

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

Ensure you are wearing hi visibility clothing.

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

By sticking to the designated walking routes.

Hitch a ride on the vehicles as they go by.

Question 34 of 100

35. 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

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

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

Question 35 of 100

36. Blue and white health and safety signs mean:

An action is mandatory

It prohibits you from performing a specific task

A hazard is present

You're in a restricted zone

Question 36 of 100

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

Ask them to produce evidence

Take their word for it

Ask them to confirm by handshake

Ask them to swear on it

Question 37 of 100

38. Green safety signs signify:

A hazard

An employee must do something

Fire alarm point

Safe conditions

Question 38 of 100

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

Your health and safety rep

Everyone on site

Your supervisor

An HSE inspector

Question 39 of 100

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

Report it to your supervisor

Nothing – the driver will see it on their own

Try to warn the person signalling or supervising the crane

Tell the crane driver

Question 40 of 100

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

Foam fire extinguishers

Water fire extinguishers

Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers

Dry powder fire extinguishers

Question 41 of 100

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

Have someone contact emergency services

Give them any appropriate medication they may need

Have them lie down in a comfortable position

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

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 lorry will use more fuel

The drive will need to drive at a slower speed

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

Question 43 of 100

44. Why is a site induction important?

All relevant health and safety rules are discussed

Workers can determine the best way to perform their job

First aid packs are distributed

It provides the opportunity to meet all managers and supervisors

Question 44 of 100

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

Your holiday entitlement

Public transportation routes to the site

Your site rules

Your site emergency procedures

Question 45 of 100

46. 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 be told at your site induction

You will need to check with your local Jobcentre Plus

You will need to ask your colleagues

Question 46 of 100

47. 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

Implement your own method and carry on with the job

Ask your colleagues for suggestions

Speak to your supervisor before starting the job

Question 47 of 100

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

Transport vehicles

Uncontrolled hot works

Waste build up and poor housekeeping

110V power tools

Question 48 of 100

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

A British citizen

Trained and competent

At least 25 years old

Authorised to operate it

Question 49 of 100

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

Carbon dioxide

Dry powder

Foam

Water

Question 50 of 100

51. What does this sign mean?

Flammable

Heating may cause explosion

Oxidising gases, solids and liquids

Corrosive

Question 51 of 100

52. What are Class Three ladders designed for?

Home or domestic use

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

Building site purposes

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

Question 52 of 100

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

Dry powder

Carbon dioxide

Water

Foam

Question 53 of 100

54. Site inductions should be attended by:

Cleaners only

Managers only

Supervisors only

Everyone who will be on the site

Question 54 of 100

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

Warm and wet

Cold and wet

Cold and dry

Warm and dry

Question 55 of 100

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

Safe use of chemicals in the workplace

Proper manual handling techniques in the workplace

It tells you how to carry out a task safely

Reporting of diseases and dangerous occurrences in the workplace

Question 56 of 100

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

Your health and safety rep

The HSE

Your supervisor

Your site manager

Question 57 of 100

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

Ask him/her to explain it again

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

Go home and do your own research

Try to attend another site induction

Question 58 of 100

59. 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

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

Question 59 of 100

60. What does this sign mean?

Do not enter this area in groups

Canteen located here

Emergency escape route

Emergency assembly point

Question 60 of 100

61. 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 61 of 100

62. 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

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

Enough to carry out the immediate job

As much as you can carry

Question 62 of 100

63. 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 63 of 100

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

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

Wear adequate hearing protection

Question 64 of 100

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

Eliminate the cost of hiring cleaners

Reduce the impact on the environment

Prevent animals from entering the site and spreading diseases

Reduce slips, trips and falls

Question 65 of 100

66. 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 carry case isn’t damaged

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

Question 66 of 100

67. Which of the following should risk assessments identify?

Your holiday entitlement

Your salary

Your working hours

Hazards within your workplace

Question 67 of 100

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

You won’t get an electrical shock from them

They're lighter to carry around

They’re cheaper to run and maintain

They do not need to undergo electrical inspection

Question 68 of 100

69. 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

Turn the tool on and off repeatedly

Run the tool at its slowest speed

Push the test button on the RCD

Question 69 of 100

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

Leave the site and go home

Go to your assembly point immediately

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

Find your supervisor and ask him/her for instructions

Question 70 of 100

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

Oxygen

Fuel

Nitrogen

Heat

Carbon dioxide

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

Ensure you are wearing safety gloves then remove the guard

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

Question 73 of 100

74. What does this sign mean?

Emergency escape route

No escape route

Emergency assembly point

No running

Question 74 of 100

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

Stop blocks

A siren

Extra speakers

Flashing lights

Question 75 of 100

76. 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.

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

Call the police and report the matter.

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

Question 76 of 100

77. 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

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

Ignore the problem and wait for it to go away

Question 77 of 100

78. 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

Insurance reasons dictate that all incidents be reported

Employers and employees can learn from the incident

Question 78 of 100

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

Prohibition

Mandatory

No smoking signs

Hazard

Question 79 of 100

80. 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

All doors in the corridor remain locked

Your tools and equipment do not block the escape route

Your tools are fire proof

Question 80 of 100

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

Can only be operated by approved personnel

Must be discarded immediately

Must not be used until it is made safe

Can only be operated by senior staff members

Question 81 of 100

82. Serious accidents should be reported to:

Your employer

An HSE inspector

The police

Your worksite security

Question 82 of 100

83. A near miss can be described as:

A minor accident that was unreported

A minor accident which could have been avoided

An accident that resulted in time off from work

An accident which was narrowly avoided

Question 83 of 100

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

Ask a supervisor to do it for you

Ensure the power tool is switched off only

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

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

Question 84 of 100

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

Leave it, this will get better over time

Take some time off from work

Nothing, the damage has been done

Ask your employer to arrange a hearing test

Question 85 of 100

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

They’re safer

They produce less noise

They are more powerful

They are cheaper to maintain

Question 86 of 100

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

Dampen the site with spray

Use power tools exclusively

Cover the entire work site

Use correct Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE)

Question 87 of 100

88. 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 cylinder is empty

The valve is leaking

Question 88 of 100

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

The site manager

Their supervisor

The person operating the machine

The driver’s supervisor

Question 89 of 100

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

The side effects of manual handling can go undetected for years

Wearing a back brace eliminates all risk of injury

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

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

Question 90 of 100

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

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

Increased comfort

Protection against falling debris from above

Increased traction when working from heights

Question 91 of 100

92. 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 take medication

You must change jobs immediately

Question 92 of 100

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

Foam

Wet chemical

Water

Carbon Dioxide

Question 93 of 100

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

Carbon dioxide

Water

Foam

Dry powder

Question 94 of 100

95. 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

Only skilled personnel can continue working

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

Question 95 of 100

96. What does this sign mean?

Emergency eye wash

First aid

Emergency shower

Warning - leaking roof

Question 96 of 100

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

Find another way to move the load

Stop using the trolley and carry the load the remaining distance

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

Drag the trolley yourself

Question 97 of 100

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

A pins-and-needles sensation in your fingers

Your fingertips will turn white

Finger rashes

Temporary loss of feelings in your fingers

Blisters on your fingers

Question 98 of 100

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

Speak to your supervisor

Speak to your colleagues

Speak to the contractor’s supervisor

Speak to the contractor

Question 99 of 100

100. What does this sign mean?

Trip hazard

Slippery surface

No access to roof

Fragile roof

Question 100 of 100

10 Comments

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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