SMSTS Test - Set 2

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. Under what circumstances are contractors required to comply with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM)?

Answer

Only if they are the main contractor overseeing the entire project

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Only if they are the main contractor overseeing the entire project

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For every construction project, no matter its scale or duration

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For every construction project, no matter its scale or duration

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When the work involves major health and safety hazards

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When the work involves major health and safety hazards

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When the project lasts more than three months and involves domestic clients only

Answer

When the project lasts more than three months and involves domestic clients only

Question 2

2. In which situation is a Health and Safety Executive (HSE) inspector most likely to issue a prohibition notice?

Answer

When no fire drill has been carried out for six months

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When no fire drill has been carried out for six months

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When an activity poses a serious and immediate risk of injury

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When an activity poses a serious and immediate risk of injury

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When fire extinguishers are present but not recently inspected

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When fire extinguishers are present but not recently inspected

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When a worker reports a small safety rule violation

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When a worker reports a small safety rule violation

Question 3

3. Which two parts of the body are most commonly affected by upper limb disorders (ULDs)?

Answer

Chest and elbow

Answer

Chest and elbow

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Head and torso

Answer

Head and torso

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Neck and fingers

Answer

Neck and fingers

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Hip and back

Answer

Hip and back

Question 4

4. If workers are operating within a confined space and the gas detector activates, what action should they take?

Answer

Exit the confined space without delay

Answer

Exit the confined space without delay

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Disregard the alarm if no gas is seen

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Disregard the alarm if no gas is seen

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Manually verify if the alarm is false

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Manually verify if the alarm is false

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Refrain from using flammable substances

Answer

Refrain from using flammable substances

Question 5

5. Under the Control of Noise at Work Regulations, what is the site manager responsible for regarding noise control?

Answer

Ensuring all machinery runs efficiently to lower noise levels

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Ensuring all machinery runs efficiently to lower noise levels

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Holding compulsory noise awareness sessions twice annually

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Holding compulsory noise awareness sessions twice annually

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Providing required hearing protection and designating hearing protection zones

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Providing required hearing protection and designating hearing protection zones

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Banning noisy equipment and offering optional ear protection

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Banning noisy equipment and offering optional ear protection

Question 6

6. What is the leading cause of long-term health problems among construction workers?

Answer

Injuries caused by manual handling

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Injuries caused by manual handling

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Hand-arm vibration syndrome

Answer

Hand-arm vibration syndrome

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Inhaling harmful dust

Answer

Inhaling harmful dust

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Exposure to excessive noise

Answer

Exposure to excessive noise

Question 7

7. In which type of products would you most often find the warning: “May cause drowsiness. Use caution when driving or operating machinery”?

Answer

Food packaging

Answer

Food packaging

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Household appliances

Answer

Household appliances

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Cleaning products

Answer

Cleaning products

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Medications

Answer

Medications

Question 8

8. What is the principal contractor required to do under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations to maintain site security?

Answer

Secure the site and restrict unauthorised entry

Answer

Secure the site and restrict unauthorised entry

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Ensure all workers receive security training

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Ensure all workers receive security training

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Carry out regular security inspections

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Carry out regular security inspections

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Set up surveillance systems on-site

Answer

Set up surveillance systems on-site

Question 9

9. Which measure is considered the most effective way to ensure site security?

Answer

Erecting perimeter fencing and displaying warning signs

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Erecting perimeter fencing and displaying warning signs

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Setting up CCTV cameras around the site perimeter

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Setting up CCTV cameras around the site perimeter

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Placing “No Trespassing” signs at several points

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Placing “No Trespassing” signs at several points

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Employing a security guard for regular patrols

Answer

Employing a security guard for regular patrols

Question 10

10. Which two measures provide the most effective protection for pedestrians from vehicle movement on-site?

Answer

Traffic cones and flags

Answer

Traffic cones and flags

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Pedestrian walkways and traffic marshals

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Pedestrian walkways and traffic marshals

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Safety signs and barriers

Answer

Safety signs and barriers

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High-visibility clothing and verbal warnings

Answer

High-visibility clothing and verbal warnings

Question 11

11. Which kind of equipment poses the greatest risk of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Answer

Mains-powered electric heaters

Answer

Mains-powered electric heaters

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Generators powered by combustion engines

Answer

Generators powered by combustion engines

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Lights powered by renewable energy sources

Answer

Lights powered by renewable energy sources

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Battery-operated tools

Answer

Battery-operated tools

Question 12

12. What consequences can arise from prolonged exposure to high noise levels?

Answer

Disturbed sleep and tiredness

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Disturbed sleep and tiredness

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Improved alertness and focus

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Improved alertness and focus

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Difficulty understanding instructions and increased stress

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Difficulty understanding instructions and increased stress

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Ringing in the ears and stomach discomfort

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Ringing in the ears and stomach discomfort

Question 13

13. Which factor is the leading cause of long-term health issues in the construction industry?

Answer

Contact with corrosive chemicals

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Contact with corrosive chemicals

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Inhaling hazardous dust particles

Answer

Inhaling hazardous dust particles

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Breathing in lead-based paint fumes

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Breathing in lead-based paint fumes

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Exposure to asbestos-containing materials

Answer

Exposure to asbestos-containing materials

Question 14

14. Which of the following best defines what falls under the scope of temporary works?

Answer

Permanent structures intended for long-term use

Answer

Permanent structures intended for long-term use

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Permanent buildings that will be built in later project stages

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Permanent buildings that will be built in later project stages

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Structures used during construction but not forming part of the final project

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Structures used during construction but not forming part of the final project

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Only protective site equipment such as barriers and cones

Answer

Only protective site equipment such as barriers and cones

Question 15

15. The initial symptoms of Weil’s disease (Leptospirosis) are often mistaken for which illness?

Answer

Dermatitis

Answer

Dermatitis

Question 16

16. Which main factor is most responsible for long-term health problems in the construction industry?

Answer

Exposure to hazardous vibrations

Answer

Exposure to hazardous vibrations

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Breathing in dangerous dust particles

Answer

Breathing in dangerous dust particles

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Contact with corrosive materials

Answer

Contact with corrosive materials

Answer

Absorption of lead-based substances

Answer

Absorption of lead-based substances

Question 17

17. Work needs to be carried out in an area that could block access to a designated fire escape route. What action must be taken?

Answer

Brief all workers about the blocked route

Answer

Brief all workers about the blocked route

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Establish a temporary alternative emergency fire escape route

Answer

Establish a temporary alternative emergency fire escape route

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Ensure all workers receive fire safety training

Answer

Ensure all workers receive fire safety training

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Put up warning signs about the blocked fire escape route

Answer

Put up warning signs about the blocked fire escape route

Question 18

18. Which method provides the most effective way to manage and control risks?

Answer

Offering safety training and awareness sessions

Answer

Offering safety training and awareness sessions

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Implementing health and safety policies and procedures

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Implementing health and safety policies and procedures

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Removing or avoiding hazards altogether

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Removing or avoiding hazards altogether

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Supplying personal protective equipment

Answer

Supplying personal protective equipment

Question 19

19. While carrying out an excavation on a roadway for service connections, what must you ensure?

Answer

Obtain all required permits and permissions

Answer

Obtain all required permits and permissions

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Ensure all utilities are shut off and isolated

Answer

Ensure all utilities are shut off and isolated

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Redirect traffic away from the excavation area

Answer

Redirect traffic away from the excavation area

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Complete the work quickly to minimise disruption

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Complete the work quickly to minimise disruption

Question 20

20. What is the main health hazard linked to breathing in asbestos fibres?

Answer

Allergic reactions related to Weil’s disease

Answer

Allergic reactions related to Weil’s disease

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Higher likelihood of heart disease

Answer

Higher likelihood of heart disease

Answer

Work-related asthma caused by silicosis

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Work-related asthma caused by silicosis

Answer

Lung and chest lining cancers

Answer

Lung and chest lining cancers

Question 21

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