Thursday 23 November 2017

How long does a Labourer CSCS card last?

There are two types of cards: renewable and non-renewable. All of the renewable cards last for 5 years while non-renewable ones have their validity ranging from 6 months to 4 years. Below is a list of cards which can be renewed: CSCS Green Labourers Card: 5 years.


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Wednesday 11 October 2017

Personal Protection CSCS Mock Exam

The CSCS test provides a means to prove that you have acquired the safety and health training required for the United Kingdom Construction Industry. Employees are finding that gaining employment without having the CSCS card relevant to their trade and experience is becoming increasingly difficult. Mock exams provide a way to test your knowledge on safety and health as it relates to the workplace and ensure that you have the confidence you need to pass the CSCS test and obtain your CSCS card.


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To book the test call 0844 682 0844 or visit www.cslinks.co.uk 

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  1. If you are carrying out a task that requires you to wear a full body harness, and you have never before had to do this; what do you need to do?
    1. Try to figure it out
    2. Ask one of your coworkers how to do it
    3. Ask your supervisor to allow an expert to train you
    4. Read the manual on how to do it yourself

  1. The main reason that it is required for an employee to report any and all accidents that occur on the worksite is which of the following:
    1. All incidents are required to be reported because of Insurance
    2. All incidents are required to be reported in order to firmly establish accountability
    3. Major accidents are the only type that are required to be reporting. If the accident results in minor injuries, no one has to report it.
    4. All incidents must be reported so that employees and employers can learn from the incident.

  1. If you begin to feel that the safety measures may be outdated after you have been working on the site for a few months; what do you do?
    1. Consult with your colleagues
    2. Talk it over with your supervisor
    3. Talk to the health and safety inspector
    4. Nothing, continue working

  1. If your safety helmet is dropped and cracked; what do you do?
    1. Immediately get it replaced
    2. Get it replaced on your next break
    3. Do not replace it if the crack is small
    4. Get another one when you arrive at work the next morning

  1. Your safety footwear contains protective mid-soles. What are these designed to do?
    1. Keep you from twisting your ankle
    2. Keep chemical burns from occurring on your feet
    3. Keep your feet comfortable as you work
    4. So that your feet will stay protected from nails and other sharp objects

  1. You should wear the correct gloves when you are dealing with substances that are hazardous. If you do not wear them, which of the following is most likely to happen?
    1. You could get arthritis
    2. You could get Vibration White Finger
    3. You could get Raynaud’s Syndrome
    4. You could Skin Disease

  1. When is it required that you wear eye protection for safety on the worksite?
    1. Only if you are operating a power tool
    2. Only if you are handling a chemical that is hazardous
    3. Only if the task contains potential for eye injury or the site rules demand it
    4. When your eyes come in direct sunlight

  1. A risk assessment’s main purpose is which of the following?
    1. To inform you who the person in charge of all health and safety aspects is
    2. To show statistics of all accidents that have been recorded on the worksite
    3. In order to identify hazards on the worksite and further provide a safe method for carrying out a specific task
    4. To inform workers where they can find the safety equipment

  1. It can be extremely uncomfortable to wear a safety helmet in hot weather conditions. When you are required to wear a helmet in hot weather; which of the following statements is true:
    1. During the summer, you can get a drill and drill small holes into your helmet in order to increase ventilation
    2. You can take you helmet off for short intervals when working in the heat
    3. You must always keep your helmet on and make sure that it is on correctly
    4. When it is hot outside, you can where your hat sideways if you find this is more comfortable

  1. Which of the following best describes the purpose of the steel toe in your work boot?
    1. It is there in order to increase traction when you are working from heights
    2. Is is there to ensure your feet remain comfortable during the day
    3. It keeps the foot more aerated than a normal boot would be able to do
    4. It is there to protect your feet from any debris that may fall from above

  1. Which of the following statements is not true when talking about personal protective equipment?
    1. You should always ensure that PPE is being worn according to the instructions
    2. If you lose your personal protective equipment, you are responsible for providing your own.
    3. Any damage that occurs to your PPE must immediately be reported to your supervisor
    4. You should ensure that you PPE is always stored correctly when you are not using it

  1. If your ear plugs continuously fall from your ears, which of the following actions should you take?
    1. Throw away the pair you are currently using and wait until your next break to replace them
    2. Take the current pair out and finish working
    3. Stop working until you are able to get a pair that fits properly
    4. Secure them in your ears with rolled up paper

  1. If your safety footwear is damaged while you are working; which of the following is true?
    1. You should try to fix them and continue working
    2. You should throw them away and use your trainers
    3. You should keep using them until your next break
    4. You should immediately get them replaced

  1. If you are using equipment that has recently received a prohibition notice, what should you do?
    1. Continue working
    2. Prohibition notices only apply to specific employees
    3. Report to your supervisor at the end of your shift and inform him that the equipment received a notice
    4. Immediately stop using the equipment and do not use it again until it passes a safety inspection

  1. Your ability to hear can be damaged when you are exposed to excessive noise over time. Can damage done to your hearing do to this type of exposure be reversed?
    1. You will have to change your job in order to reverse the damage
    2. The damage done to your hearing in this situation is permanent and cannot be reversed
    3. You will have to have surgery if you want to repair it
    4. The condition could repair itself over time.

  1. Noise levels could be excessive if you are required to shout in order for someone standing _______ meters away to hear you.
    1. Four
    2. Six
    3. Five
    4. Two

  1. It is required that you wear disposable ear plugs if you are working in an extremely loud environment. How many times can you safely wear disposable ear plugs?
    1. Once
    2. Twice
    3. Three times
    4. Indefinitely, as long as they continue to work properly

  1. Which of the following is an example of hearing damage caused by excessive exposure to noise over time?
    1. A rash located on the outside of your ear
    2. Recurrent infection of your inner ear
    3. Temporary hearing loss may occur or you may have a constant, or frequent, ringing sound in your ears
    4. There are no early signs of hearing damage

  1. If one of the pads is missing from the ear defenders you are wearing while working on the worksite; what should you do?
    1. Wrap a piece of cloth around the shell of your ear defender and continue working
    2. Do not wear them and continue to work until your next break
    3. Continue to wear the damaged ear defenders
    4. Do not enter any area containing excessive noise until the pad on your ear defenders has been replaced

  1. If you are not wearing any type of hearing protection and are working on a site next to a coworker that is using a loud piece of machinery; what do you do?
    1. Stop working immediately and ask your supervisor if they will speak with your colleague
    2. Continue working as is. The worksite is always going to contain excessive noise
    3. Speak to your colleague and ask them to stop what they are doing
    4. Immediately leave the area and do not return without the proper PPE

  1. Which of the following is an example of how excess noise can affect your overall health?
    1. Loss of hearing
    2. Constant headaches
    3. Excessive amount of wax building up in your ears
    4. Both A & B

  1. What do you do if you think exposure to excessive noise has damaged your hearing?
    1. Take a few days off from work so that you can rest
    2. Have either your doctor or employer arrange you to have a hearing test done
    3. Place cotton in your ears
    4. Damage is permanent and there is nothing you can do about it at this point.

  1. If you are working in a hearing protection zone, which of the following is required?
    1. You must use hearing protection if the noise becomes too loud for you to stand it
    2. You must be careful and try to keep noise levels at a minimum
    3. You must always ensure you are wearing the proper hearing protection
    4. You should have adequate hearing protection in case it is needed

  1. Which of the following methods help prevent dust from becoming air borne?
    1. Make sure to place a dust collector on the machine you are using
    2. Make sure you always wear a protective mask
    3. Make sure that you keep your area clean
    4. Make sure that you are working slowly and carefully

  1. If you are required to sweep up the dust created during the shift you worked; which of the following should you do?
    1. Make sure that you wear a protective mouth that covers your nose and your mouth
    2. Make sure that you have enough ventilation
    3. Make sure that you dampen the area
    4. All of the Above

  1. Lung infections or diseases cannot be caused by which of the following items?
    1. Bird feces
    2. Silica when it is in dust form
    3. Fibres from Asbestos
    4. Strong Odors

  1. The solvents found in both paints and resins can lead to which of the following:
    1. Lung problems
    2. Headaches, Nausea, Dizziness
    3. None of the Above
    4. All of the Above

  1. Why is it important that the dust from using a power tool to cut and grind be collected?
    1. Because when you inhale dust it can have harmful effects on your body
    2. So that you can save time and avoid a huge mess
    3. Because you do not have to use a machine guard if the dust is collected
    4. Because the equipment will perform better if dust is collected.

  1. How can you protect your lungs from respiratory damage that will last a long time when you are required to drill, grind, sand, or dust?
    1. By wearing goggles and using a dust extractor
    2. By using a dust mask, goggles and hearing protection that are standard
    3. By only using masks and goggles that are FFP3 rated
    4. By using a mask that is FFP3 rated, an extraction device/ wet cut, impact goggles, and the appropriate hearing protection

  1. If you are working with a certain chemical and must wear respiratory protective equipment and none has been issued to you; what do you do?
    1. Work as quickly as you can
    2. Do not work until you have received the appropriate training and equipment
    3. Smell the chemical so that you can decide if it is dangerous
    4. Take a break every five minutes
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Tuesday 10 October 2017

CSCS Health and Safety Training Mock Test


The CSCS test provides a means to prove that you have acquired the safety and health training required for the United Kingdom Construction Industry. Employees are finding that gaining employment without having the CSCS card relevant to their trade and experience is becoming increasingly difficult. Mock exams provide a way to test your knowledge on safety and health as it relates to the workplace and ensure that you have the confidence you need to pass the CSCS test and obtain your CSCS card.
To book the test call 0844 682 0844 or visit www.cslinks.co.uk 
Answers are at bottom of the page

Start Safety And Health Training Mock Exam


  1. Magnesium and Aluminum materials can be found under which class of fire?
    1. B
    2. F
    3. A
    4. D

  1. What do you do if you discover if you see a child on your work site?
    1. Remove the child immediately to a safe area
    2. Ignore it; their parent is around somewhere
    3. Report it to your site manager immediately
    4. Keep an eye on the child and make sure they don’t get hurt

  1. What types of fire extinguishers are best to use on electrical fires?
    1. Water & Foam
    2. Foam & Wet Chemical
    3. CO2 & Dry Powder
    4. Water & CO2

  1. You should do all of the following Except what in order to prevent injuries that can be caused by manual handling?
    1. Use proper lifting equipment
    2. Carry as much as you can in order to finish as quickly as possible
    3. Learn the correct techniques
    4. Break large items into smaller parts

  1. Which of the following is not the correct course of action in the event of a fire?
    1. Immediately find the nearest lift and use it to exit the building
    2. Immediately call the fire brigade
    3. Set off the fire alarm closest to you
    4. If you are trained to do so and can do so safely, try and extinguish the fire

  1. Should your employer provide a first aid box in the event of?
    1. One is required by the company
    2. When there are more than ten workers on the site
    3. When there are more than 25 workers on the site
    4. First aide boxes must always be provided, no matter how many employees are on site

  1. You should keep your work area clean and tidy because _______.
    1. it reduces the potential for falls, trips, and slips
    2. it reduces impact to the environment
    3. this will prevent animals from coming and spreading disease
    4. All of the above

  1. If you are the only one to notice a safety hazard, what do you do?
    1. Keep working and tell your supervisor before you leave for the day
    2. Avoid that area
    3. Immediately report it to your supervisor
    4. Ignore it, reporting it is the health and safety rep’s responsibility

  1. Exposure to engine oil can potentially cause?
    1. Loss of breath
    2. Skin problems
    3. Hearing loss
    4. Heart disease

  1. Site inductions are important because?
    1. It is when health and safety rules are discussed
    2. You can meet your coworkers and become familiar with staff
    3. You can meet the managers and supervisors
    4. You can become familiar with the work area

  1. How do you identify a hazardous substance?
    1. The color of the container
    2. The color of the substance
    3. The symbol on the label
    4. The label will say that it is hazardous

  1. It is important to do risk assessments because ______.
    1. it will delegate who does what on the site
    2. this will dictate who is in charge of the health and safety of the site
    3. it will show where tools are stored
    4. To identify potential safety hazards and instruct the safest methods of completing tasks

  1. What color identifies a wet chemical fire extinguisher?
    1. Black
    2. Yellow
    3. Red
    4. Blue

  1. During a fire, what do you do after raising the alarm?
    1. Hide under a desk
    2. Immediately exit the building
    3. Find your coworkers and lead them out
    4. Find your supervisor and tell them the building is on fire

  1. If you are witness to a near miss and know the worker is not going to report it because he is afraid he will get in trouble, what do you do?
    1. Immediately report it
    2. No harm, no foul. Keep working
    3. Talk to him on the importance of safety
    4. Take him to the manager

  1. If it is required that you carry a load down a steep slope, what do you do?
    1. Carry the item down the slope with it on your shoulder
    2. Assess to see if you can carry the item safely before you attempt to carry it
    3. Roll the item down the slope
    4. Run down the slope to make it to the bottom quickly

  1. If you see a red and white sign displaying a finger, what does it represent?
    1. Where the fire alarm is located
    2. Where the assembly appoint is
    3. Where the fire extinguisher is
    4. None of the above

  1. What fire extinguishers should never be used in a confined space?
    1. H20 & CO2
    2. CO2 & Foam
    3. Dry Powder & CO2
    4. Foam & Dry Powder

  1. What do you do if you realize that the safety rules explained during the site induction are now out of date?
    1. It’s not your responsibility, keep working
    2. Ask your co-workers for advice
    3. Create your own safety rules
    4. Discuss it with your supervisor and raise your concerns

  1. If the load you must lift blocks your view, what do you do?
    1. Ask a co-worker to guide you
    2. Carry the load; it is the responsibility of others to tell you if you will hit them
    3. Ask a supervisor to guide you
    4. Ask a co-worker to assist you with carrying the load so you will be able to see

  1. “Tool box talk” is best described by what?
    1. A short discussion that takes place about a specific health and safety topic
    2. A guide that describes in detail how you should store your tools safely
    3. A guide that describes what tools are approved for you to use at the site
    4. A guide that explains how choosing the right tools for each job can benefit you

  1. Why is it important that workers sign in as they enter the work site?
    1. To ensure workers are working the right number of hours
    2. So that if an emergency occurs, there is a way to account for everyone on the site
    3. The HSE must record all working hours
    4. You do not have to sign into the work site

  1. If you have previously had a back injury, that is affecting your job?
    1. You should ignore it and keep working
    2. Make sure that you have a back brace handy
    3. Talk to your supervisor about it before you begin working.
    4. If you feel pain while working tell the supervisor, otherwise continue working

  1. A clean work environment helps with which of the following
    1. Keeping animals away
    2. Reducing environmental impacts
    3. Reducing the potential of injuries due to slips, trips, and falls
    4. All of the above

  1. To whom do you report serious accidents?
    1. Your employer
    2. Call the police immediately
    3. Security on the worksite
    4. HSE inspector

  1. What do you do if a load is too heavy for you to move alone, and you cannot break it apart?
    1. Use a fork – lift, regardless of whether or not you have been trained to use one
    2. Do not attempt to move it unless you can safely
    3. Drag it across the ground
    4. Tell a co-worker to handle it

  1. How can you best describe a near miss?
    1. A narrowly avoided accident
    2. An accident from taking time off work
    3. A minor accident that could have been avoided
    4. An accident that was never reported

  1. Which of the following is not true about ladders?
    1. The ladder should be footed for angles that are less than seventy-five degrees
    2. Fiber glass ladders can help lessen the potential for electrical grounding to occur
    3. Painting ladders help avoid excessive wear and tear occurring
    4. You should always maintain three points of contact when using a ladder

  1. If you are uncomfortable climbing the height of a ladder, what do you do?
    1. Ask someone to hold the ladder
    2. Change ladders
    3. Don’t climb it and find another task to complete
    4. Speak with your supervisor

  1. Severe injury and death can be caused by what level of voltage?
    1. 220 volts
    2. 110 volts
    3. 480 volts
    4. All of the above

  1. How many points of contacted should you have anytime you use a ladder?
    1. 1
    2. 2
    3. 3
    4. 4

  1. The steel toe of your work boot does what?
    1. Ensures your feet remain comfortable at work
    2. Keeps the foot better aerated than it would be if you were wearing a regular boot
    3. Protects your feet from debris falling from above
    4. Increases your traction if you are working from heights

  1. What does a green safety sign mean?
    1. An employee has to do something
    2. Safe conditions
    3. Fire alarm found here
    4. There is a hazard in this area

  1. At what point do you need to report to your supervisor concerning a health and safety concern?
    1. That the area is unsafe for third parties
    2. The safety of you and your co-workers is at risk
    3. Your safety is at risk
    4. All of the above

  1. If you notice that a live electrical wire falls into a puddle of water?
    1. You should notify others nearby
    2. Carry on working and wait until after your shift to report it
    3. Remove it immediately
    4. Avoid the area and continue working

  1. Which of the following statements about manual handling is true?
    1. Back braces are specifically designed with the intention of increasing how much weight you can carry
    2. Back braces can eliminate risks for injury when worn
    3. Both A & B
    4. Neither A nor B

  1. Who is responsible for managing health and safety on the construction site
    1. The health a safety rep
    2. The site manager
    3. The site supervisor
    4. The workers

  1. Blue fire extinguishers contain what substance within them?
    1. Carbon Dioxide
    2. Dry Powder
    3. Water
    4. Foam

  1. Which of the following is untrue about ladders?
    1. Use three points of contact any time you use a ladder
    2. Ladders can be painted to avoid wear and tear
    3. If the supervisor approves it, two people can work on one ladder
    4. Both B & C

  1. What does a blue and white health and safety sign indicate?
    1. You have entered a restricted zone
    2. You may not perform a specific task
    3. It is mandatory that some action be taken
    4. There is a hazard present
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Full 50 CSCS Practice Exam 2017 Questions & Answers

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1.What does it mean when a work site is given a prohibition notice? Choose Two Answers

 The work site has to undergo review
Your supervisor has been fined for lack of safety protocol
The skilled crew members are the only people who can continue working
All workers must stop work immediately.

2.While operating power tools, what are the minimum requirements?

Must be at least 16 years of age                                                                                                       
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be trained and knowledgeable about power tools

3.If someone on your work site is using loud equipment and you do not have proper protective equipment, which action should you take?

 Leave the area and require proper PPE for your ears
Complain to your supervisor
Tell co-worker to stop working
Continue working without proper equipment

4.You notice a ladder is damaged, what should you do?

Put the ladder to the side
Use ladder while avoiding the damaged part                                                                                   
Stop using the damaged ladder and report broken ladder to co-workers
Repair ladder then continue working

5.Why are risk assessments vital to the work place?

They identify the supervisors of the job site
They identify accident statistics on job site
They identify the location of equipment on job site
They identify hazards and provide safety precautions on the job site

6.What action should you take if a load is too heavy and is unable to break into smaller parts?

Use a fork-lift despite a lack of training
Carry the load quickly
Wait until there is help
Drag the load across the job site yourself

7.How can one identify a hazardous substance?

The container’s colour
The substance’s colour
The container has a blue label
The specific symbol on the label

8.What health issues can solvents in paints lead to?

Headaches & Dizziness
Lung issues
Other issues with the body
All of the Above

9.Of the following, which does not belong in a fire triangle?

 CO2
Fuel
Oxygen
Ignition Sources

10.Which action below causes the most accidents on work sites?

Electrocution
Poisoning
Slips and Falls
Suffocation

11.What safety precautions should be taken to ensure safety?

Get the job done as quickly as possible
Read and fully understand the instructions and assessment
Read the safety posters
Talk to co-workers about it

12.Which fire extinguishers are black and cream?

CO2 and Water
CO2 and Dry Powder
H2O and Foam
CO2 and Foam

13.What is the proper form when lifting a load from the ground?

Knees straight bent back
Feet spread wide as possible
Feet slightly apart, knees bent
Feet together, knees straight

14.Which of the following people are allowed to activate the fire alarm?

 Anyone who finds the fire
A health and safety representative
Your supervisor
Your manager

15.How many days can a disposable mask be used?

Ten
Seven
One
Six

16.Why is it important to keep a clean work space?

Keeps away animals
Reduces risk of accidents such as slipping and falling
Helps lessen environmental impact
All of the above

17.Which of the following causes a Class A fire?

Live electric
Kerosene/Gas
Wood, Plastic, Paper, and any other solid material
Cooking oils

18.How can one tell if a substance is asbestos?

Ask the supervisor
Ask your co-workers
Sniff the substance
Have it tested in a lab

19.What is the best way to see if a load is too heavy for you to lift?

 Check description that is provided with the load
Slightly lift load then drop immediately
Check to see height of load and determine
Calculate the length and height of load

20.What indication is shown by a blue health and safety sign?

Hazard Sign
Stop Sign
Prohibition Sign
Mandatory Sign

21.What substance is inside a blue fire extinguisher?

Carbon Dioxide
H20
Dry Powder
Foam

22.During an accident, a first aider can do all except which of the following?

Do CPR
Bandage Cuts
Prescribe medicine
Move victim while unconscious

23.When the site is given prohibition notice who can work?

Skilled Workers only
Should not be used until safe
Managers only
Supervisors only

24.Why is it important to collect dust while using power tools?

Enhanced performance of tools
Save time
Substance can be harmful when inhaled
Avoid making a mess

25.What action should be taken when a fire alarm is set off?

Locate fire and put it out
Hide
Pack belongings and go to fire assembly point
Go directly to fire assembly point

26.Which extinguisher of the following is best used for an electrical fire?

Wet Chemical
Foam
CO2
Water

27.While on a building site, who of the following can use a class 3 ladder?

 Class 3 ladders should not be used
Only trained workers
Anyone is allowed to use a class 3 ladder
Only supervisors

28.Which person should a serious accident be reported to?

HSE inspectors
The local police
An employer
The worksite security

29.A sign that shows a fire and finger pressing a button in red and white means?

The area is a fire assembly point
The area has a fire extinguisher
There is a fire alarm
B and C

30.While putting out an electrical fire, if a CO2 extinguisher is not available, which should you use?

 Dry powder extinguisher
H2O extinguisher
Wet Chemical extinguisher
CO2 Extinguisher

31.What is an employer’s responsibility while a worker is lifting a load?

The worker is responsible for themselves
Employer has to provide a risk assessment
Employer must watch worker lift
Employer has to lift load themselves

32.If climbing heights on a ladder make’s you uncomfortable, which action should you take?

Use a shorter ladder
Ask a co-worker to do the work
Talk to the supervisor
Only climb as high as you feel like

33.What action should be taken when a live electrical wire falls into the water?

Ignore the issue and report after work
Avoid the area as quickly as possible
Remove the wire yourself
Notify co-workers immediately

34.Can hearing loss be reversed after working on a construction site with excessive noise?

 Damage is irreversible
Hearing can come back with surgery
The hearing will return when you change jobs.
Hearing repairs self.

35.Of the following, which is the best definition of a hazard?

Chemicals that are unlabelled
A substance of action that is potentially harmful
Cables that are left on the floor
Tools that are left on the floor

36.What should be done with unlabelled bottles of chemicals?

Ignore the bottle
Dispose of bottle yourself
Sniff bottle to see if it is harmful
Report bottle to supervisor immediately

37.Of the following, who should report unsafe work practices?

 Anyone who notices
Supervisor only
Employer only
Co-workers only

38.Which of the following is associated with COSHH?

Safety while using ladders
Safety while using electrical equipment
Safety while lifting
Safety while handling hazardous materials

39.What is the safest way to lift a load?

Feet as close as possible
Feet slightly apart
Back Rounded
Back Straight
 
40.Which year was the Health and Safety at work act passed?

1978
1975
1974
1947

41.Which action should be taken if a worker is unsure about a certain topic on the site induction?

 Ask presenter to explain more
Ask health and safety representative during next break
Ask the next day
Ask co-workers

42.Which of the following are NOT part of a worker’s responsibility?

Report dangerous work practices
Provide a PPE
Record risk assessments
Discuss concerns over safety

43.What does the term PASS stand for while using a fire extinguisher?

Point, aim, smother, squeeze
Point, aim, squeeze, sweep
Point, aim, sweep, squeeze
Point aim, squeeze, smother

44.How many workers need to be employed at a company before they need to record a risk assessment?

5-10
10-30
Only one
5 +

45.Which precaution should be taken after discovering a crack in your safety helmet?

Replace on next break
Carry on working
Get a replacement as quickly as possible
Glue the crack and continue working

46.What colour is a wet chemical fire extinguisher?

Orange
Yellow
Black
White

47.How many times can disposable ear plugs be used?

Three times
Twice
Once
As many times as you’d like so long as they are cleaned

48.When should eye protection be used while working?

In direct sunlight
While using power tools
When the site demands it
While handling hazardous chemicals

49.Which action should be taken when a child is found on the job site?

Tell your employer
Tell your supervisor
Continue working
Take child off site quickly

50.Which health and safety signs have a triangle shape?

Smoking sign
Hazard sign
Prohibition sign
Mandatory sign
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CSCS Test For Operatives Full Test 2017

This is a full CSCS Mock Test with 50 questions and it has been designed to help you get ready for when you go to sit the Citb Health and Safety test.
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1. Which of the following statements about ladder use is true?
a. Only a single person should work on a ladder, regardless of length or supervision
b. Two people are permitted to work on a single ladder if the supervisor of the job site
approves
c. Two people are permitted to work on a single ladder if the ladder is long enough
d. Two people are permitted to work on a single ladder if a third person is holding the ladder

2. What does it mean when a piece of equipment is given a prohibition notice?
a. The equipment should not be used until it is safe again
b. The equipment should only be used by skilled workers
c. The equipment should only be used by supervisors
d. The equipment should only be used by managers

3. What voltage is considered safe for using electrical equipment on a construction site?
a. 110 volts
b. 115 volts
c. 220 volts
d. 240 volts

4. Why are workplace accidents investigated?
a. To place responsibility on the person involved in the accident
b. To determine the cost of the accident
c. To determine the cause of the accident in case of insurance claims
d. To identify the cause of the accident to take better precautions in the future

5. If a load is too heavy for you to move, there are no coworkers around to help, and you
cannot break the load into smaller parts, what should you do?
a. Drag the load across the ground
b. Use a fork-lift truck to carry the load, even if you do not have the training to use one
c. Carry the load quickly and on your shoulders to avoid injury
d. Wait to move the load until you find a safe way to do so

6. What should you do if you witness an accident on the construction site?
a. Leave it up to the person involved to report it
b. Protect your colleague by remaining quiet about the incident
c. Do nothing, management should deal with health and safety issues
d. Report it to your supervisor

7. If you see a child wandering around your construction site, what should you do?
a. Approach the child and escort him/her to safety immediately
b. Report the wandering child to your site manager
c. Report the wandering child to your manager
d. Ignore the child and continue working

8. What does a blue health and safety sign indicate?
a. A prohibition sign
b. A stop sign
c. A mandatory sign
d.A mandatory sign

9. A good rule of thumb is that noise levels in an area may be excessive if you must
shout to speak to a person that is __ metres away.
a. 5
b. 2
c. 4
d. 6

10. What steps should you take if the ladder you notice the ladder you are going to use is
damaged?
a. Take steps to repair the ladder yourself
b. Use the ladder anyway but do not go near the damaged section
c. Stop using the ladder immediately and report it so nobody else uses it either
d. Stop using the ladder and put it off to the side

11. Which of the following statements about ladders is not true?a. If you use a fibreglass ladder, there is a lower chance of electrical grounding
b. Painted ladders to be used so that there is less wear and tear
c. Always maintain at least three points of contact during ladder use
d. The footing of the ladder must be at angles less than 75 degrees

12. Why is a risk assessment important?
a. It lets you know where all safety equipment is located
b. It tells you the statistics of accidents reported on the job site
c. It helps you identify the people in charge of health and safety on the job site
d. It identifies known hazards on the site and provides safe methods for following through with tasks

13. When should you use eye protection onsite?
a. Only when hazardous chemicals are being used
b. Only when power tools are being used
c. Only when direct sunlight may come into contact with your eyes
d. If the site rules demand it and the task at hand has the potential to cause eye injury

14. What are Class A fires fuelled by?
a. Cooking oils
b. Wood, paper, plastics, and other solid materials
c. Live electrical equipment
d. Flammable liquids such as kerosene or gas


15. How do you determine if a load is too heavy to lift?
a. Calculate the length by height of the load
b. See if the height is below your knees and if it is, it is okay to lift
c. Check the weight of the load that is provided on the description
d. Slightly lift the load from the ground and then drop it

16. One hazard of working on a construction site is excessive noise, which has the
potential to cause hearing damage. Can hearing loss be reversed?
a. Only with surgery
b. No, the damage will be permanent and irreversible
c. The condition repairs itself with time
d. It can be reversed, but you will need to choose a new line of work

17. What is found inside a blue fire extinguisher?
a. Water
b. Foam
c. Dry powder
d. Carbon dioxide

18. Who is permitted to activate a fire alarm?
a. A supervisor
b. A manager
c. A health and safety rep
d. Anyone who discovers the fire

19. How should you lift a load from the floor?
a. By standing with your feet slightly apart with your knees bent
b. By keeping your knees straight and bending your back
c. By standing with your feet as wide as possible
d. By standing with your feet together and your knees straight

20. Who should you report serious accidents to?
a. Your worksite security
b. The police
c. An HSE inspector
d. Your employer

21. Excess noise, such as that experienced on a construction site, has the potential to
damage your hearing over time. What is an early sign of hearing loss?
a. A ringing sound or temporary hearing loss
b. Frequent inner ear infection
c. A rash that appears around the outer part of your ear
d. There are no early signs

22. Construction workers who are killed at work are most likely to die from?
a. Falling from height
b. Leptospirosis
c. Electrocution
d. On-site vehicle collision

23. How many times are you able to wear disposable ear plugs safely?
a. Indefinitely, if they continue to inhibit loud noises
b. Three times, if they are properly cleaned
c. Twice
d. Once

24. What should you do if you see a live electrical wire fall into a water puddle?
a. Immediately remove the wire from the water
b. Avoid the area
c. Ignore the wire and report it when you are done working
d. Notify others in the area

25. The health and safety term RIDDOR is related to:
a. How to safely use chemicals in the workplace
b. How to report diseases and other dangerous occurrences in the workplace
c. How to properly handle manuals in the workplace
d. How to carry out tasks safely in the workplace

26. If you are extinguishing a fire in a confined space, you should avoid using the
following types of fire extinguishers:
a. Dry powder and CO2
b. Dry powder and water
c. Co2 and foam
d. Foam and dry powder

27. Which type of health and safety signs have a triangular shape?
a. No smoking
b. Mandatory
c. Hazard
d. Prohibition

28. What is found inside fire extinguishers that are black in colour?
a. Dry powder
b. water
c. CO2
d. Foam

29. If the person next to you on the job site is using loud equipment and you are not
wearing hearing protection, what should you do?
a. Ask the worker to stop performing their current job
b. Continue your own work because the job site is always noisy
c. Leave the area and secure PPE for your ears before returning to complete your job
d. Speak to your coworker’s supervisor about their job

30. If there is a cut in the outer cover of an extension wire you need to use, what should
be your next step?
a. Use the extension wire, but avoid touching the area around the cut part
b. Report the damaged extension wire immediately and make sure nobody else uses it
c. Continue using it, as long as the copper wiring inside is not exposed
d. Cover the damaged area with electrical tape and then use it

31. What is your employer’s responsibility when you must lift a load?
a. Providing a risk assessment of the job at hand
b. Having a supervisor watch as you lift
c. Watching you lift themselves
d. Nothing, you should be responsible for lifting the load

32. How long can disposable masks be used?
a. Ten working days
b. Seven working days
c. Three working days
d. One day, or one shift

33. What should be done if you find a crack in your safety helmet?
a. You should cease working immediately and find a replacement
b. You should apply glue to the cracked area
c. You should continue to work if it is a small crack
d. You should find a replacement when you go on your next break

34. If a carbon dioxide extinguisher is not available, what type of fire extinguisher
should be used for putting out an electrical fire?
a. Foam
b. Dry powder
c. Wet chemical
d. Water

35. Why is keeping a clean work environment important?
a. It deters animals and rodents from entering the job site and spreading disease
b. It reduces environmental impact
c. It reduces slipping, tripping, and falling
d. A, B, and C

36. Why must near misses be reported to your supervisor as well, not just accidents?
a. So that the responsible person can be fired
b. So that the responsible person can be blamed
c. In order for compensation to be paid out
d. To prevent future accidents

37. What should you do if climbing to a certain height on a ladder makes you
uncomfortable?
a. Notify your site supervisor
b. Climb only to the height where you feel comfortable
c. Change the ladder
d. Ask a coworker to climb the ladder

38. If your body comes into contact with wet cement, it is most likely that you will
experience:
a. Temporary hearing loss
b. Chemical burns and dermatitis
c. Leptospirosis
d. Vibration white finger

39. What are the minimum requirements for operating a power tool?
a. Being a minimum of 21 years of age
b. Being a minimum of 18 years of age
c. Being a minimum of 16 years of age
d. Being trained and competent

40. If the fire alarm is raised, what should you do?
a. Go to the fire assembly point so that you can be accounted for
b. Hide under your desk
c. Look for the fire so that you can put it out
d. Pack up your belongings and then go to the fire assembly point

41. If your work site is given a prohibition notice, what does it mean?
a. An on-site supervisor has been fined or penalised for disregard of proper safety protocol
b. The site must undergo review to ensure the proper safety protocol are in place
c. All personnel on the site must immediately cease work
d. Only skilled crew members can continue work on the site

42. Information about chemicals commonly found on a job site can be found:
a. On your employment contract
b. On an HSE poster on the job site
c. On the MSDS sheet
d. On the sign-in sheet

43. A sign that is red and white in colour displaying a fire and a finger pressing a button
means what?
a. There is a fire extinguisher
b. There is a fire alarm
c. That is the fire assembly point
d. A and B

44. If you need to use a power tool and find that the guard is missing, what should you
do?
a. Quickly complete the task by using the tool as fast as you can
b. Improvise by making your own guard
c. Carefully use the tool by working very slowly
d. Refrain from using the tool until the correct guard has been fitted

45. If the onsite toilet does not work and is always left a mess, what should you do?
a. Investigate the problem yourself and try to fix it
b. Take advantage of your break and use the toilet at a nearby business
c. Avoid using the toilet completely
d. Let your supervisor know about the problem

46. If you are extinguishing a fuel fire, what type of fire extinguisher should you use?
a. Foam
b. Co2
c. Water
d. Wet chemical

47. What is the most suitable angle for a ladder to be placed against a wall?
a. 75 degrees
b. 90 degrees
c. 45 degrees
d. 65 degrees

48. What should you do if a coworker is complaining that they are dizzy and feeling
faint?
a. Immediately remove them out of sunlight into a cool environment
b. Have them lie down comfortably until they feel better
c. Contact emergency services
d. Give them medication, if appropriate

49. What is a PAT?
a. A professional application test
b. A portable application test
c. A portable appliance test
d. A professional appliance test

50. Tasks such as cutting, sanding, drilling, and grinding may produce high levels of
dust, which may be inhaled. When are these levels most dangerous?
a. When you are using the tool outside, on a windy day
b. When you are using the tool outside, on a calm day
c. When you are using the tool indoors, in a small room
d. When you are using the tool indoors, in a large room

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CSCS Health and Safety Information

If you want to work within the United Kingdom Construction industry, you must first take and pass the Health and Safety Information CSCS test. This test is a computer-based, multiple choice, health, a safety and environment test. It assesses whether or not you have the knowledge and qualifications needed to work safely within the area you have chosen. It is designed with the intention of improving the awareness of health and safety concerns in order to not only reduce accidents but reduce the number of injuries and deaths that occur on construction sites as well. The following information is essential information that you should know, relating to general health and safety concerns, in order to successfully pass the CSCS test.

Personal Protective Equipment: What it is and Where to Find it

PPE, or personal protective equipment, is equipment and clothing alike that is designed with the intention of keeping employees safe from potential, or obvious, hazards found on the work site. The United Kingdom requires employers to legally provide employees with the personal protective equipment needs to carry out their jobs in a safe manner. If there is a reason you must source your own personal protective equipment, the United Kingdom sites contain numerous retail providers that specialise in this area.

Why is PPE important?

Personal protective equipment is there to keep workers safe and protected while they carry out their jobs. Construction sites are seen as high-risk worksites. This means that it is highly important that workers keep their personal protective equipment on correctly, always, while they are on the worksite. Personal protection equipment can protect employees from a number of different conditions. It can keep them safe from falling objects or long hanging surfaces. It can keep them out of contact with dangerous chemicals, dust, debris that are hazardous, and metal due to splashes. Personal protective equipment can also protect workers as they work in conditions providing poor levels of visibility, potential skin laceration, injuries to their feet and ankles, injuries from falling, hearing damage, and damage to their vision or eyes.

Basic Mandatory PPE

Construction sites are high risk, as mentioned above. Because of this, it is important that you never step on any worksite without wearing the mandatory Personal Protective equipment. The basic required equipment will be clothing that provides high visibility (jacket/vest), footwear designed to protect your feet, and a hard hat that is designed to protect your head. Most construction sites also require employees to wear safety gloves and goggles at all times as well.

Task Specific PPE

Mandatory personal protective equipment is not the only type of PPE you should be looking at. There are also a number of items that relate only to specific types of work or specific tasks that may be done while on the job. You can consult with the method statement in order to know what type of PPE is required for the job or task you are performing. The method statement is supposed to detail a safe system of work for the task at hand, and this includes a list of the PPE needed to carry out the job safely and in line with the procedures on site. If you are unsure about anything regarding specific PPE, you must inquire with your line manager, the supervisor on site, or a health and safety representative so that they can clarify whatever is causing your confusion. Task-specific PPE us things such as Respirators, safety goggles, heat proof clothes, harnesses, hearing protection, or specialised clothing (such as overalls or heat-proof clothing).
Maintaining and Storing PPE
It is the employer’s responsibility to provide employees with PPE, but it is the employee’s responsibility to take care of their personal protective equipment and ensure that it is stored correctly when not in use. If any of your personal protection equipment is damaged, you are required to immediately request a replacement. You should never try to change your PPE, it is designed specifically to keep you safe and any changes you make can affect its ability to keep you safe. You should ensure that your PPE is stored in a safe, dry area where it is safe from impairment and any type of exposure to extreme temperatures. You should do everything possible to avoid damaging the PPE that is more fragile by nature, such as your safety glasses and make sure that you place smaller, more fragile, items in a container before storing them.

First Aid on the Jobsite

Personal protective equipment is not the only thing on the job site designed to keep you safe. It is required that all construction sites contain a first aid box or a first aid station that is equipped in order to adequately handle the number of workers found on the job site. There also must be one employee that is the “appointed first aider” This person will take charge of any and all first aid arrangements and distribute first aid care when called for. Finally, each construction site is required to provide information that informs the workers on the site of who is in charge of first aid and where they can find them.

You Can Typically Find the Following at a First Aid Station:

  • Sterile dressing or bandages that are both large and small in size
  • An assortment of plasters
  • Dressings
  • Swabs
  • Wound wipes
  • Eyewash pods
  • Eyewash stations
  • Tweezers
  • Scissors
  • Accident Book
  • Blankets
  • Gloves
  • Braces
  • Supports
  • Boxes for the disposal of medical wastes

What is the First Aider and the Appointed Person and How many are on site?

A first aider is a person who has undertaken the training and has the required qualification in first aid that enables them to administer treatment to employees when it is required. A first aider found on a construction site is required to have a valid certificate in either First Aid at Work (FAW) or Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW). An appointed person is not required to have training in first aid. They simply monitor the equipment and contact medical professionals or emergency services when required. A site that contains less than five employees is only required to have an appointed person on site. However, if a site contains five or more employees, they must have a first aider on site for every fifty workers.

Basic Information Regarding the Management of Your Health While at Work

The construction industry, due to the nature of the work itself, can neglect or disregard the concept of occupational health. The construction industry, because of its high-risk nature, tends to focus on accident prevention more than managing occupational health. This is because most of the accidents that are associated with work done on a construction site relate to serious injury. It is just as important, however, to manage and control the continuous occupational risks threatening your overall health.
Sometimes, it can take a while to notice occupational health problems that have occurred. The consequences, even though harder to notice immediately than accidents, can have consequences that are just as harmful as the ones relating to accidents and can even cause long-term suffering.
Manual workers tend to be at risk for obtaining the following complications:
  • Respiratory issues
  • Hand-arm vibration syndrome
  • Skin disease
  • Weil’s disease
  • Hearing loss due to excessive exposure to loud noise
  • Musculoskeletal disorders that can be caused by manual handling

The employer is responsible for managing occupation risks and for providing employees with regular health checks and access to first aid facilities. Construction employees should also have access to both literature and training on procedures for health and safety and on how to prevent potential occupational health conditions.
The management and prevention of occupational issues should include sickness absence management, a policy for returning to work, stress management strategies, and health surveillance. The health and safety advisor on site, or your employer, is responsible for making sure that you remain protected from both occupational risks and hazards. You can become a healthier and safer working through ensuring that you care for your own safety whenever possible and by obtaining additional training, information and literature on the avoidance of occupational hazards whenever you can. Taking the CSCS test and applying for the card proves that you have the knowledge you need to carry out your job safely.

Safety Signs

There are three main types of safety signs. The first is the sight that simply reminds workers to take the appropriate health and safety precautions before they enter a specific worker site. The second is the signs that warn you are entering a dangerous area. Finally, the third signs warn workers that only authorised personnel may enter a specific area. Safety signs are colour coded. Red signs mean an area is restricted, blue signs mean you need some type of Personal protective equipment before you entire the area, and yellow signs provide you with a general warning about the area.
This sign is used to restrict entry to a specific area in order to aid non-construction workers that may want to enter the site. Not only does the sign warn against entering the site without authorization, but it also protects the owner of the site from legal complications if an unauthorised person enters the site and an accident occurs.

This is the signs that remind the worker to ensure they are wearing the proper personal protective equipment before they enter a site. It can remind you about gloves, goggles, hats, or some other type of PPE. Some of these signs are more direct way than others by stating that workers are required to wear the appropriate PPE before they will be allowed to enter the site.

This sign is the one that warns of hazards in the area. It tells them the specifics of what they can find beyond the point of the sign. From overhead loads to open pits, warning sites can warn of numerous types of hazardous conditions.

When safety signs are being placed on the worksite, it is important to remember that the location of the sign has a huge part in how effective it will be. Normally, multipurpose signs will be posted at all entry points to the work site. A multipurpose signs details all of the hazards found within the worksite and the PPE required. It also warns against unauthorised entry. In order to keep the worksite as safe as possible, warning signs with a single message should be placed throughout the site within the appropriate areas.

Everyone is Responsible for Safety

Both the employer and the employee are legally responsible for health and safety on the worksite. Both are responsible for following the procedures that are put in place in order to ensure the worksite remains as safe as it possibly can. Construction work comes with numerous hazards and risks. Because of this, construction workers must go through a number of health and safety courses in order to train them on their legal obligations regarding health and safety at the workplace. Occupational risks are minimised when simple safety precautions are put into place and followed appropriately.
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