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. You’re observing an excavator digging a trial pit when you spot a liquid dripping from the back and forming a small puddle on the ground. What is the most likely explanation?

Answer

Too much fuel was added before the excavator started work

Answer

Too much fuel was added before the excavator started work

Answer

It’s a normal release of fluid that happens when machinery powers down

Answer

It’s a normal release of fluid that happens when machinery powers down

Answer

The engine is running hot, causing excess fuel to overflow

Answer

The engine is running hot, causing excess fuel to overflow

Answer

The machine could be leaking hydraulic oil, making it potentially dangerous to use

Answer

The machine could be leaking hydraulic oil, making it potentially dangerous to use

Question 2

2. How can a contractor confirm that the correct order of tasks for a safe lifting operation is properly arranged?

Answer

By giving verbal directions on site

Answer

By giving verbal directions on site

Answer

By reviewing the lift plan or method statement

Answer

By reviewing the lift plan or method statement

Answer

By conducting a risk assessment for the lift

Answer

By conducting a risk assessment for the lift

Answer

By holding a toolbox talk before starting work

Answer

By holding a toolbox talk before starting work

Question 3

3. What does the term “sensitiser” on a substance’s packaging indicate?

Answer

It may cause allergic reactions when handled

Answer

It may cause allergic reactions when handled

Answer

It is safe to use without wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)

Answer

It is safe to use without wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)

Answer

It must be diluted with water before use

Answer

It must be diluted with water before use

Answer

It should never be used under any circumstances

Answer

It should never be used under any circumstances

Question 4

4. Which of the following is an example of effective site management on the public road leading to a construction site?

Answer

Creating a designated area where delivery trucks can wait without blocking the road

Answer

Creating a designated area where delivery trucks can wait without blocking the road

Answer

Moving plant equipment onto the road to create more working space on site

Answer

Moving plant equipment onto the road to create more working space on site

Answer

Telling contractors to park partly on the pavement and partly on the road to improve visibility of the site entrance

Answer

Telling contractors to park partly on the pavement and partly on the road to improve visibility of the site entrance

Answer

Placing signs that apologise for causing delays or disruption

Answer

Placing signs that apologise for causing delays or disruption

Question 5

5. What is the safe method for connecting a car light supply to a 240-volt fused spur?

Answer

Connect it while the power is still on

Answer

Connect it while the power is still on

Answer

Switch off the spur and then connect it

Answer

Switch off the spur and then connect it

Answer

Switch off the spur, remove the fuse, and then connect it

Answer

Switch off the spur, remove the fuse, and then connect it

Answer

Isolate and lock off the incoming supply before connecting it

Answer

Isolate and lock off the incoming supply before connecting it

Question 6

6. What is the proper and safe procedure when using a tower crane to unload a lorry?

Answer

Anyone can attach the load, as long as it won’t be lifted over people

Answer

Anyone can attach the load, as long as it won’t be lifted over people

Answer

Only a trained and competent slinger/signaller is allowed to perform the unloading task

Answer

Only a trained and competent slinger/signaller is allowed to perform the unloading task

Answer

The lorry driver should attach the load before the qualified slinger/signaller gets there

Answer

The lorry driver should attach the load before the qualified slinger/signaller gets there

Answer

The crane operator tells a nearby worker to attach the load

Answer

The crane operator tells a nearby worker to attach the load

Question 7

7. Which is the most effective way to manage the risk associated with vehicles reversing on a construction site?

Answer

Installing CCTV systems on all vehicles to assist with reversing

Answer

Installing CCTV systems on all vehicles to assist with reversing

Answer

Equipping vehicles with audible reversing alarms (bleepers)

Answer

Equipping vehicles with audible reversing alarms (bleepers)

Answer

Using a trained vehicle marshaller to guide all reversing vehicles, both on and off site

Answer

Using a trained vehicle marshaller to guide all reversing vehicles, both on and off site

Answer

Enforcing a maximum speed limit for all site vehicles

Answer

Enforcing a maximum speed limit for all site vehicles

Question 8

8. Which two of the following should contain the details of the traffic management plan?

Answer

The emergency plan for dealing with spills

Answer

The emergency plan for dealing with spills

Answer

The file containing health and safety documents

Answer

The file containing health and safety documents

Answer

The induction training given to new site workers

Answer

The induction training given to new site workers

Answer

Information supplied prior to the start of construction work

Answer

Information supplied prior to the start of construction work

Answer

The plan outlining procedures during the construction phase

Answer

The plan outlining procedures during the construction phase

Question 9

9. Who is permitted to safely free trapped passengers?

Answer

Only a trained and authorised person

Answer

Only a trained and authorised person

Answer

Only the emergency services

Answer

Only the emergency services

Answer

The site manager

Answer

The site manager

Question 10

10. In what way should your employer inform you about the site traffic rules?

Answer

By asking other workers on site to explain

Answer

By asking other workers on site to explain

Answer

During the site induction

Answer

During the site induction

Answer

By putting a note on the site noticeboard

Answer

By putting a note on the site noticeboard

Answer

Through a Health and Safety Executive (HSE) inspector

Answer

Through a Health and Safety Executive (HSE) inspector

Question 11

11. Under what circumstances should an excavation be battered back or stepped?

Answer

When the excavation is deeper than 5 metres

Answer

When the excavation is deeper than 5 metres

Answer

When there is a risk of the sides collapsing, no matter the depth

Answer

When there is a risk of the sides collapsing, no matter the depth

Answer

When water collects at the bottom of the trench

Answer

When water collects at the bottom of the trench

Answer

When any buried services run across the excavation

Answer

When any buried services run across the excavation

Question 12

12. Before stepping off a car top through open landing doors—when the car-top control is within 1 metre of the landing threshold—what is the final action you should take?

Answer

Press the stop button and change the car-top control to normal

Answer

Press the stop button and change the car-top control to normal

Answer

Turn off the shaft lights and switch the car-top control to normal

Answer

Turn off the shaft lights and switch the car-top control to normal

Answer

Make sure the car-top stop button is in the stop position and the car-top control is left set to test

Answer

Make sure the car-top stop button is in the stop position and the car-top control is left set to test

Answer

Set the car-top control to test

Answer

Set the car-top control to test

Question 13

13. What is the primary hazard associated with working in an excavation?

Answer

Getting cuts and abrasions from the trench walls

Answer

Getting cuts and abrasions from the trench walls

Answer

Tripping or falling due to limited space

Answer

Tripping or falling due to limited space

Answer

Inhaling hazardous dust from the soil

Answer

Inhaling hazardous dust from the soil

Answer

Being crushed if the sides are not properly supported

Answer

Being crushed if the sides are not properly supported

Question 14

14. What are the essential requirements for all lifting equipment and its accessories?

Answer

Painted in bright colors, routinely checked, and clearly labeled

Answer

Painted in bright colors, routinely checked, and clearly labeled

Answer

Recorded in logs, regularly inspected, thoroughly tested, and clearly marked

Answer

Recorded in logs, regularly inspected, thoroughly tested, and clearly marked

Answer

Capable of handling the load safely and always equipped with stabilizing outriggers

Answer

Capable of handling the load safely and always equipped with stabilizing outriggers

Answer

Properly maintained, kept clean, and organized

Answer

Properly maintained, kept clean, and organized

Question 15

15. What are two effective ways to lower the risk of pedestrians being injured on site?

Answer

Introduce a one-way traffic flow system

Answer

Introduce a one-way traffic flow system

Answer

Design traffic routes with gradual slopes

Answer

Design traffic routes with gradual slopes

Answer

Separate pedestrian pathways from vehicle routes

Answer

Separate pedestrian pathways from vehicle routes

Answer

Make sure all vehicles are parked within the site boundaries

Answer

Make sure all vehicles are parked within the site boundaries

Answer

Position the site office towards the back of the site

Answer

Position the site office towards the back of the site

Question 16

16. You notice a mobile crane lifting a load that’s close to striking an object. What should you do?

Answer

Notify the person in charge of overseeing the lifting operation

Answer

Notify the person in charge of overseeing the lifting operation

Answer

Warn the crane operator right away

Answer

Warn the crane operator right away

Answer

Alert the site manager immediately

Answer

Alert the site manager immediately

Answer

Take no action and assume the situation is being properly managed

Answer

Take no action and assume the situation is being properly managed

Question 17

17. Which approach best prevents pedestrians from being hit by vehicles on a construction site?

Answer

Using wide, smooth roads within the site for vehicle traffic

Answer

Using wide, smooth roads within the site for vehicle traffic

Answer

Making sure pedestrians wear bright, reflective clothing when walking on site

Answer

Making sure pedestrians wear bright, reflective clothing when walking on site

Answer

Creating separate gates and walkways for pedestrians and vehicles

Answer

Creating separate gates and walkways for pedestrians and vehicles

Answer

Having all vehicles use flashing amber lights while moving

Answer

Having all vehicles use flashing amber lights while moving

Question 18

18. You suspect that a load being carried by a moving forklift is about to fall. What is the safest action to take?

Answer

Activate the nearest fire alarm to raise attention

Answer

Activate the nearest fire alarm to raise attention

Answer

Run next to the forklift and attempt to steady the load yourself

Answer

Run next to the forklift and attempt to steady the load yourself

Answer

Stay at a safe distance, but quickly alert the driver and warn nearby workers

Answer

Stay at a safe distance, but quickly alert the driver and warn nearby workers

Answer

Leave the area and report the issue to the site manager

Answer

Leave the area and report the issue to the site manager

Question 19

19. Which of the following is one of the most common causes of death and injury on construction sites?

Answer

Being electrocuted by power tools

Answer

Being electrocuted by power tools

Answer

Developing asthma from fumes

Answer

Developing asthma from fumes

Answer

Being struck by mobile plant

Answer

Being struck by mobile plant

Answer

Getting sunburned from working outdoors

Answer

Getting sunburned from working outdoors

Question 20

20. What is a common method used on a well-managed construction site to prevent pedestrians from coming into contact with moving vehicles?

Answer

Site traffic routes are displayed on information boards or hazard signage

Answer

Site traffic routes are displayed on information boards or hazard signage

Answer

Machinery operators are given strict directions on which paths to follow

Answer

Machinery operators are given strict directions on which paths to follow

Answer

The site manager personally guides pedestrians away from vehicle paths

Answer

The site manager personally guides pedestrians away from vehicle paths

Answer

Solid barriers are installed to clearly separate pedestrian walkways from vehicle routes

Answer

Solid barriers are installed to clearly separate pedestrian walkways from vehicle routes

Question 21

Loading …

CITB Test - Specialist (Lift & Escalators) - Set 4

Click To Start Test

Don’t get confused! Just Fill your details & get quick support for your CSCS Card.

Get on site with right CSCS Card!

0208 099 4324 (Main Phone Line)

0330 912 8090 & 0333 006 8441 (Other Phone Lines)

Construction Certification

Services

About Company

NVQ Course

CSCS Card

Resources