CSCS Operatives Mock Test 4 – 50 Free Practice Questions

This free CSCS Operatives mock test covers all 16 knowledge areas in the CITB syllabus, with a pass mark of 45. If you’ve been strong on the common topics but shaky on the rest, this is where it shows.

It includes sign recognition, a crane hand signal and multi-answer questions, along with the practical facts the real test likes to check. Work through it at your own pace and see your score the moment you finish.

1. During your induction you're told this site has a strict no-radios rule. You've always had music on at previous sites. What should you do?

Question 1 of 50

2. You hold a valid certificate to operate a 360 excavator and start on a new site. The site manager hasn't yet authorised you to use plant here. What should you do?

Question 2 of 50

3. A delivery driver gets out of his cab and stands beside the lorry while a telehandler lifts pallets off the bed. What should you do?

Question 3 of 50

4. While working on site, you identify something that could cause an accident. What should you do?

Question 4 of 50

5. When you arrive on site, what is the first thing you should do?

Question 5 of 50

6. What is a possible reason for being asked to leave a construction site?

Question 6 of 50

7. Your site is a roadworks scheme with live traffic passing. There's a gap in the barrier that would save you walking to the marked crossing point. What should you do?

Question 7 of 50

8. You're given a new adhesive to use, but there's no safety data sheet or COSHH assessment for it on site. What should you do?

Question 8 of 50

9. It's a hot day and a colleague has taken his shirt off and is getting sunburnt. What should you do?

Question 9 of 50

10. You're the first to reach a workmate who has fallen from a stepladder. He's on the floor and not responding. What should you do?

Question 10 of 50

11. You see a mixed skip on site with general waste thrown in on top of asbestos bags and empty paint tins. What should you do?

Question 11 of 50

12. Which action is a first aider not permitted to perform?

Question 12 of 50

13. Which of the following types of wood dust is known to cause sensitisation?

Question 13 of 50

14. Which type of safety sign is normally triangular in shape?

Question 14 of 50

15. Which organisation enforces health and safety law on construction sites in Great Britain?

Question 15 of 50

16. Under the CDM Regulations, who is responsible for managing health and safety during the construction phase of a project?

Question 16 of 50

17. Why should accidents be investigated?

Question 17 of 50

18. How long must accident book records be kept?

Question 18 of 50

19. What does this sign mean?

Slippery surface sign

Question 19 of 50

20. Where should you store petrol for refuelling tools?

Question 20 of 50

21. Which of these is a legal welfare requirement on a construction site?

Question 21 of 50

22. A colleague spills hot bitumen on his forearm. What should be done first?

Question 22 of 50

23. What does this sign mean?

Safety footware must be worn sign

Question 23 of 50

24. What is the daily noise exposure limit value that must not be exceeded?

Question 24 of 50

25. What does COSHH stand for?

Question 25 of 50

26. Where might you find lead on a refurbishment site?

Question 26 of 50

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

Question 27 of 50

28. Which TWO extinguishers should NOT be used on electrical fires?

Question 28 of 50

29. Which TWO of these help prevent a fuel tank from being over-filled?

Question 29 of 50

30. A sign shows a white cross on a green background. What does it mean?

Question 30 of 50

31. What does a fire extinguisher with a blue colour band contain?

Question 31 of 50

32. Which class of fire involves solid materials such as wood, paper and textiles?

Question 32 of 50

33. Which THREE factors are needed for a fire to start?

Question 33 of 50

34. What is the main risk of leaving a gas cylinder in direct sunlight on a hot day?

Question 34 of 50

35. Which of these is NOT hazardous waste?

Question 35 of 50

36. What should you do before changing the blade or disc on an electric power tool?

Question 36 of 50

37. How often must lifting accessories such as chain slings be thoroughly examined?

Question 37 of 50

38. What are toe boards on a scaffold platform for?

Question 38 of 50

39. Which roof is LEAST likely to be fragile?

Question 39 of 50

40. When using a mobile elevating work platform, what must be ensured?

Question 40 of 50

41. Which is a collective fall protection measure?

Question 41 of 50

42. What is the purpose of the exclusion zone marked around overhead power lines?

Question 42 of 50

43. Which colour is normally used to mark underground gas pipes?

Question 43 of 50

44. When must an excavation be inspected by a competent person?

Question 44 of 50

45. Which THREE can reduce oxygen levels in a confined space?

Question 45 of 50

46. Which of these is the biggest environmental risk from a site next to a river?

Question 46 of 50

47. What does the "Duty of Care" require you to do with a waste transfer note?

Question 47 of 50

48. What should you do if you find an old drum of unknown liquid buried during excavation?

Question 48 of 50

49. What is a risk from using halogen lights on site?

Question 49 of 50

50. Where can you find your site's emergency contact details?

Question 50 of 50


 

Free CSCS Mock Test

What Your Score Means

  • 48 to 50 – you’re ready across the whole syllabus. Book your test.
  • 45 to 47 – a pass, but review your wrong answers so those areas are solid before booking.
  • 40 to 44 – close. Note which knowledge areas cost you marks and revise those before retaking.
  • Under 40 – gaps in more than one area. Revise first, then retake this test.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the CSCS Operatives mock test cover?

All 16 knowledge areas in the CITB syllabus, from legal responsibilities and accident reporting through to working at height and environmental awareness.

Is the CSCS Operatives mock test the same as the real test?

The format, difficulty and question types match the real CITB test, including sign and multi-answer questions, but the questions themselves are not from the official CITB question bank.

How many questions are in the CSCS Operatives mock test?

50, the same as the real test, with a pass mark of 45.

Does the CSCS Operatives mock test include picture questions?

Yes. Safety signs, hazard symbols and a crane hand signal appear as images, just as they do in the real test.

How many times can I take the CSCS Operatives mock test?

As often as you like. Questions and answer positions shuffle each time, so repeat attempts stay useful.