CSCS Mock Test 3

CSCS or the Construction Skills Certification Scheme has become a vital part of ensuring workers are competent in their knowledge of onsite health and safety practices. Most construction sites in the UK will require a valid CSCS card before they even let you onsite, and the only way of getting a CSCS card is to pass the CITB Health Safety and Environment Test.

The CSCS Health and Safety test is ultimately designed to increase awareness regarding the best practices on and around construction sites, so it will naturally cover all aspects of physical responsibility including but not limited to electrical knowledge, proper use of equipment, chemical hazards and accident reporting are just a few to mention.

This Health Safety and Environment test will be in a multiple-choice format, very much like the practice test below, each question will require 1 or more answers depending on the question requirements. So, let us have a quick look at some sample CSCS test questions to get a bit of practice.

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

a. Cease using loud equipment and machinery

b. Wear adequate hearing protection

c. Avoid speaking to others, as they may become distracted

d. Work quickly and exit the area to avoid hearing damage

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

a. After your first shift

b. After the first full week of work

c. At the site induction

d. As soon as your first task is assigned

3. Green safety signs signify:

a. An employee must do something

b. Safe conditions

c. A hazard

d. Fire alarm point

4. Which type of extinguisher should be used on class F fires?

a. Dry powder

b. Water

c. Wet chemical

d. Carbon Dioxide

5. Equipment being used has recently been served a prohibition notice? If you are using this equipment, what should you do?

a. If the device seems to be working properly, continue to use it

b. Nothing, the notice is only for a specific employee

c. Cease using the device until it has passed a safety inspection

d. Report the notice to your supervisor at the end of your shift

6. What would you do if you noticed a live electrical wire fall into a puddle of water?

a. Notify others nearby

b. Immediately remove the cord from the water

c. Carry on working and report it later

d. Avoid the area completely

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

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

b. Working hours need to be recorded by the HSE

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

d. It is not compulsory to sign in

8. Why is a site induction important?

a. All relevant health and safety rules are discussed

b. Workers can determine the best way to perform their jobs

c. First-aid packs are distributed

d. It provides the opportunity to meet all managers and supervisors

9. What are Class Three ladders designed for?

a. Home or domestic use

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

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

d. Building site purposes

10. After working on a site for a number of months, you feel that some of the safety measures may be outdated. What should you do?

a. Speak to other coworkers regarding this concern

b. Consult your supervisor accordingly

c. There is nothing that you are able to do

d. Write to the HSE

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

a. Use a residual current device (RCD)

b. Use the tool in short bursts to minimize risk

c. Ensure you are wearing rubber boots and gloves

d. Ensure safety screens are placed around you

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

a. It is much cheaper

b. It’s more environmentally friendly

c. It’s less likely to kill someone

d. It’s better for electrical tools

13. If you have to use a power tool, it’s important for dust to be collected and not become airborne because ___.

a. Breathing in dust can be hazardous

b. It will save the hassle of having to clean up later

c. Dust is harmless, collection is not necessary

d. It will prevent wear and tear on the power tool

14. Which statement below is true when it comes to workers being exposed to small amounts of dust on a regular basis?

a. Exposure to small amounts of dust can help workers to build up their immunity

b. This is harmless and unavoidable on a building site

c. Constant exposure can build up over time and cause serious health issues

d. Exposure to small amounts of dust is harmless

15. Which TWO statements below are true about hydrogen sulphide? (Choose 2 answers)

a. Hydrogen sulphide can cause a person to lose consciousness in just a few breaths

b. Hydrogen sulphide is a natural gas that’s harmless to humans

c. Hydrogen sulphide can cause a person to lose their sense of smell

d. Hydrogen sulphide can improve a person’s health

16. What should you do if you need to work with chemicals that require specific respiratory protective equipment (RPE) but none were given to you?

a. Carry on with your work and try to finish the task quickly to minimize exposure

b. Carry on working but take regular breaks

c. Do not start working until you have the correct RPE

d. Use whatever RPE you can find and start working

17. Which of these statements about respiratory protective equipment is true?

a. Employers must provide you with RPE when you start working and then deduct the cost from your wages

b. Employers must supply RPE free of cost if it’s required to carry out your job safely

c. Workers have the responsibility of providing their own RPE

d. Employers and employees both need to contribute towards paying for RPE

18. Which of these are most likely to affect the seal between a worker’s face and the RPE they need to wear?

a. Beard length and growth

b. Dust levels

c. The worker’s age

d. The safety goggles the worker is wearing

19. Which of these is the most important factor to consider when wearing RPE?

a. You should be able to smell

b. The RPE should have a good seal

c. The RPE should be brightly coloured and visible

d. The RPE should be lightweight

20. How often should a worker carry out a face-fit test if he/she needs to wear RPE?

a. On a regular basis

b. Every 2 years

c. Every 3 years

d. Whenever they change jobs