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 does the term “buffer zone” refer to in traffic management?

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Area where workers take breaks

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Area where workers take breaks

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Rest area for vehicles

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Rest area for vehicles

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Zone for storing cones

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Zone for storing cones

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Safe space between live traffic and working area

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Safe space between live traffic and working area

Question 2

2. How should you store tools and materials on a highway site?

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Near traffic cones

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Near traffic cones

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On the road where they’re visible

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On the road where they’re visible

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In designated storage areas to prevent trip hazards

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In designated storage areas to prevent trip hazards

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Wherever there is space

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Wherever there is space

Question 3

3. What does a green safety sign with a white symbol mean?

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Prohibition

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Prohibition

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Mandatory action

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Mandatory action

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Emergency or first-aid information

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Emergency or first-aid information

Question 4

4. What is the first thing you should do before starting any task on a highway site?

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Read the risk assessment and method statement (RAMS)

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Read the risk assessment and method statement (RAMS)

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Start immediately to save time

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Start immediately to save time

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Ask a co-worker how they do it

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Ask a co-worker how they do it

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Take a quick break

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Take a quick break

Question 5

5. What’s the risk of using a mobile phone while working on or near a highway?

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Your battery may die

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Your battery may die

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Distraction, leading to accidents or injury

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Distraction, leading to accidents or injury

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You may miss lunch

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You may miss lunch

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You could miss important calls

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You could miss important calls

Question 6

6. What is the legal speed limit in a typical roadwork zone unless otherwise stated?

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As posted on temporary road signs

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As posted on temporary road signs

Question 7

7. What should you do if a site vehicle approaches you while reversing?

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Ignore it – drivers are trained

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Ignore it – drivers are trained

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Walk behind it quickly

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Walk behind it quickly

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Stand still and wave

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Stand still and wave

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Move out of the reversing area immediately

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Move out of the reversing area immediately

Question 8

8. What does the term “Safe Stop Procedure” refer to?

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The steps to safely shut down and secure a vehicle or plant

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The steps to safely shut down and secure a vehicle or plant

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Slowing down gradually

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Slowing down gradually

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Parking on the road

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Parking on the road

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Braking quickly in emergencies

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Braking quickly in emergencies

Question 9

9. What is a “hard shoulder” on a motorway?

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Emergency stopping lane at the side of a motorway

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Emergency stopping lane at the side of a motorway

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A place to park

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A place to park

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Cycle path

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Cycle path

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Lane for lorries only

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Lane for lorries only

Question 10

10. What is the main purpose of a method statement?

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To outline the safe and correct way to carry out a specific task

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To outline the safe and correct way to carry out a specific task

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To list company holidays

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To list company holidays

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To explain your CV

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To explain your CV

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To record equipment brands

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To record equipment brands

Question 11

11. Why must wheel washing be used when exiting some highway sites?

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To maintain site appearances

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To maintain site appearances

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To reduce the risk of mud or debris causing accidents on public roads

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To reduce the risk of mud or debris causing accidents on public roads

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To clean vehicle interiors

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To clean vehicle interiors

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To cool down tyres

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To cool down tyres

Question 12

12. What is a Chapter 8 sign used for?

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Telling drivers about detours

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Telling drivers about detours

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Controlling worker access

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Controlling worker access

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Providing warning and guidance around temporary roadworks

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Providing warning and guidance around temporary roadworks

Question 13

13. Why is dust suppression important during highway construction work?

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To stop vehicles skidding

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To stop vehicles skidding

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To protect workers’ health and reduce environmental impact

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To protect workers’ health and reduce environmental impact

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For visibility

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For visibility

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To prevent materials blowing away

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To prevent materials blowing away

Question 14

14. What is the purpose of temporary traffic lights on a roadwork site?

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To notify when work is complete

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To notify when work is complete

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To confuse drivers

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To confuse drivers

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Decoration

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Decoration

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To manage vehicle flow safely through the work zone

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To manage vehicle flow safely through the work zone

Question 15

15. What are “works access points” used for?

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Controlled entry and exit points for highway workers and vehicles

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Controlled entry and exit points for highway workers and vehicles

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Emergency exits

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Emergency exits

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Tea breaks

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Tea breaks

Question 16

16. What should you do if you spot an exposed live electrical cable during highway work?

Answer

Keep away and report it immediately

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Keep away and report it immediately

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Try to move it

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Try to move it

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Cover it with your jacket

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Cover it with your jacket

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Step over it

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Step over it

Question 17

17. Who is allowed to change traffic diversion signage on a live highway site?

Answer

Any operative

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Any operative

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The nearest worker

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The nearest worker

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Delivery drivers

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Delivery drivers

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Only trained and authorised personnel

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Only trained and authorised personnel

Question 18

18. What colour flashing beacon is fitted to vehicles involved in highway maintenance?

Question 19

19. When should banksmen (traffic marshals) be used on site?

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Only when traffic is heavy

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Only when traffic is heavy

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When vehicles are reversing or manoeuvring in restricted areas

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When vehicles are reversing or manoeuvring in restricted areas

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Only during the day

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Only during the day

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Only when cones are unavailable

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Only when cones are unavailable

Question 20

20. What should you do before working in a confined space on a highway site?

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Have a permit and follow confined space procedures

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Have a permit and follow confined space procedures

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Ensure it’s well-lit

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Ensure it’s well-lit

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Jump in to check the depth

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Jump in to check the depth

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Remve your PPE

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Remve your PPE

Question 21

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