CITB Test

Q: Is the CITB HS&E mock test free?

Yes. The CITB HS&E mock test on Coteca is completely free for self-preparation.

Q: Who is this mock test for?

Construction workers preparing for the official CITB Health, Safety & Environment test.

Question 1

1. What might cause someone to be asked to leave a construction site?

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Failure to wear the required PPE

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Failure to wear the required PPE

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Using a mobile phone while working

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Using a mobile phone while working

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Taking a break without permission

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Taking a break without permission

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Arriving late to the site

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Arriving late to the site

Question 2

2. Who is responsible for reporting a minor work-related accident?

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A co-worker who witnessed the accident

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A co-worker who witnessed the accident

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The Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

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The Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

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The worker involved in the accident, if possible

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The worker involved in the accident, if possible

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A supervisor or manager

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A supervisor or manager

Question 3

3. What is the main goal of conducting a COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) assessment?

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To evaluate the financial impact of hazardous materials

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To evaluate the financial impact of hazardous materials

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To ensure compliance with environmental regulations

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To ensure compliance with environmental regulations

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To assess the effectiveness of emergency evacuation procedures

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To assess the effectiveness of emergency evacuation procedures

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To identify and manage risks associated with hazardous substances

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To identify and manage risks associated with hazardous substances

Question 4

4. What does discovering a run of colored marker tape while digging typically signify?

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You are digging in a restricted area

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You are digging in a restricted area

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There is a buried service or utility line beneath the tape

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There is a buried service or utility line beneath the tape

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You have reached the boundary of the property

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You have reached the boundary of the property

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The soil in the area is contaminated

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The soil in the area is contaminated

Question 5

5. Upon arriving at a construction site, what is the first action you should take?

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Begin work immediately to make up for lost time

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Begin work immediately to make up for lost time

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Gather tools and equipment

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Gather tools and equipment

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Look for any potential hazards and report them

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Look for any potential hazards and report them

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Check in with the site supervisor or manager

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Check in with the site supervisor or manager

Question 6

6. What action should you take if the first-aid kit on site is missing essential supplies?

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Notify the person responsible for maintaining the first-aid kit

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Notify the person responsible for maintaining the first-aid kit

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Ignore it, as it is not a priority

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Ignore it, as it is not a priority

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Purchase and bring new supplies yourself

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Purchase and bring new supplies yourself

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Request that the company provide a new kit immediately

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Request that the company provide a new kit immediately

Question 7

7. What immediate action should you take if side supports in an excavation begin to shift or move?

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Attempt to stabilise the supports yourself

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Attempt to stabilise the supports yourself

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Proceed with your tasks as long as there is no immediate danger

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Proceed with your tasks as long as there is no immediate danger

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Evacuate the excavation site immediately and inform your supervisor

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Evacuate the excavation site immediately and inform your supervisor

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Ignore the movement if the excavation is not very deep

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Ignore the movement if the excavation is not very deep

Question 8

8. If you discover that a design detail cannot be constructed as shown in the plans, what should you do?

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Proceed with construction as closely to the design as possible

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Proceed with construction as closely to the design as possible

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Inform your supervisor or the design team about the issue immediately

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Inform your supervisor or the design team about the issue immediately

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Ignore the discrepancy, as it might be a minor issue

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Ignore the discrepancy, as it might be a minor issue

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Attempt to modify the design on your own to make it work

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Attempt to modify the design on your own to make it work

Question 9

9. What does it mean if a substance is marked as a “sensitizer” on its packaging?

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It may trigger an allergic reaction after exposure

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It may trigger an allergic reaction after exposure

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It is safe to handle without protective equipment

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It is safe to handle without protective equipment

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It can cause skin irritation on first contact

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It can cause skin irritation on first contact

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It is flammable and should be kept away from heat sources

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It is flammable and should be kept away from heat sources

Question 10

10. Which illness is commonly caused by prolonged exposure to asbestos fibers?

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Tuberculosis

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Tuberculosis

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Lung cancer

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Lung cancer

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Bronchitis

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Bronchitis

Question 11

11. What is the primary role of fire extinguishers in an emergency situation?

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To serve as a backup for emergency services

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To serve as a backup for emergency services

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To ensure compliance with safety regulations

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To ensure compliance with safety regulations

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To enhance the aesthetic appearance of the building

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To enhance the aesthetic appearance of the building

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To handle small fires and stop them from spreading

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To handle small fires and stop them from spreading

Question 12

12. What procedure must be followed if an employee is absent for more than seven days due to a work-related injury?

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The employee must submit a detailed report to the local council

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The employee must submit a detailed report to the local council

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The accident must not be recorded in the company’s accident book

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The accident must not be recorded in the company’s accident book

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The accident must be reported to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

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The accident must be reported to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

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The employer must update the company’s safety policy

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The employer must update the company’s safety policy

Question 13

13. Who is legally responsible for violations under environmental regulations?

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Only the company itself

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Only the company itself

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Both the company and individual employees

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Both the company and individual employees

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Only the company’s board members

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Only the company’s board members

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Only the individual employees involved

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Only the individual employees involved

Question 14

14. What steps should you take if you notice a potential safety hazard on a construction site?

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Wait until the end of the day to see if it resolves itself

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Wait until the end of the day to see if it resolves itself

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Discuss it with your colleagues and see if they have any concerns

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Discuss it with your colleagues and see if they have any concerns

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Ignore it and continue working, as it might not be serious

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Ignore it and continue working, as it might not be serious

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Report it to your supervisor or the safety officer immediately

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Report it to your supervisor or the safety officer immediately

Question 15

15. Why is a one-way system implemented at loading or unloading areas?

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To increase the need for reversing

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To increase the need for reversing

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To increase the speed of vehicle movement

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To increase the speed of vehicle movement

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To remove the need for reversing

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To remove the need for reversing

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To limit access to certain areas

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To limit access to certain areas

Question 16

16. What is the correct guideline to follow regarding evacuation routes on site?

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They should be marked and kept free from obstructions

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They should be marked and kept free from obstructions

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They should be covered with carpets for comfort

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They should be covered with carpets for comfort

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They should be used as storage areas for equipment

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They should be used as storage areas for equipment

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They should be decorated with bright colours for visibility

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They should be decorated with bright colours for visibility

Question 17

17. Under what conditions is it safe to walk across a fragile roof?

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When you are wearing rubber-soled shoes for better grip

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When you are wearing rubber-soled shoes for better grip

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When crawling boards equipped with handrails are available for use

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When crawling boards equipped with handrails are available for use

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When the weather is clear and dry

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When the weather is clear and dry

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When your supervisor has instructed you to do so

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When your supervisor has instructed you to do so

Question 18

18. What actions are first aiders not legally allowed to perform?

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Administer first aid to stabilise a bleeding wound

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Administer first aid to stabilise a bleeding wound

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Treat minor cuts and scrapes

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Treat minor cuts and scrapes

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Provide medications to a person without authorisation

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Provide medications to a person without authorisation

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Perform CPR on an unconscious person

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Perform CPR on an unconscious person

Question 19

19. Which statement accurately describes glove protection against specific hazards?

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Only gloves made from specific materials protect against certain hazards

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Only gloves made from specific materials protect against certain hazards

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All gloves are designed to protect against any hazard

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All gloves are designed to protect against any hazard

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Any type of glove can be used for short-term exposure

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Any type of glove can be used for short-term exposure

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Any type of glove can be used as long as the gloves cover the entire hand

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Any type of glove can be used as long as the gloves cover the entire hand

Question 20

20. What could an unusual odor during soil excavation suggest?

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The soil is unusually dry and dusty

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The soil is unusually dry and dusty

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The soil is rich in organic matter

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The soil is rich in organic matter

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The soil might be contaminated with hazardous substances

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The soil might be contaminated with hazardous substances

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The area was previously used for construction activities

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The area was previously used for construction activities

Question 21

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