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. For a site with 35 employees, what is the recommended first-aid provision?

Answer

One first aider trained in Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)

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One first aider trained in Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)

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Ten first aiders trained in First Aid at Work (FAW)

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Ten first aiders trained in First Aid at Work (FAW)

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Three appointed persons

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Three appointed persons

Question 2

2. Why is it recommended to use a Residual Current Device (RCD) with 230-volt tools?

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It decreases energy usage and reduces expenses

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It decreases energy usage and reduces expenses

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It swiftly disconnects power in case of a fault

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It swiftly disconnects power in case of a fault

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It enables the tools to operate at an increased speed

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It enables the tools to operate at an increased speed

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It enables the tools to operate safely

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It enables the tools to operate safely

Question 3

3. According to the current Construction (Design and Management) Regulations, which document must be provided to the client at the end of the construction phase?

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The site accident book

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The site accident book

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The safety log book

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The safety log book

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The premises log book

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The premises log book

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The health and safety file

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The health and safety file

Question 4

4. What does a daily or weekly noise exposure of 87 decibels (dBA) indicate?

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It represents the peak sound pressure, requiring work activities to stop

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It represents the peak sound pressure, requiring work activities to stop

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It shows the upper action threshold, meaning hearing protection must be provided

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It shows the upper action threshold, meaning hearing protection must be provided

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It indicates the lower action threshold, so no immediate action is needed

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It indicates the lower action threshold, so no immediate action is needed

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It is the exposure limit value that should not be exceeded

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It is the exposure limit value that should not be exceeded

Question 5

5. Where should an emergency escape route lead?

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Ground level

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Ground level

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Outdoors to the open air

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Outdoors to the open air

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A designated first-aid room

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A designated first-aid room

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A place of safety

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A place of safety

Question 6

6. What is the main advantage of using a safety net instead of a harness and fall-arrest lanyard?

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Safety nets offer collective protection from falling

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Safety nets offer collective protection from falling

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Lanyards can break easily

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Lanyards can break easily

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Safety nets do not require regular inspections

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Safety nets do not require regular inspections

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Anyone can install a safety net

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Anyone can install a safety net

Question 7

7. What steps can you take to prevent a dumper from tipping into an excavation?

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Use cones or signs to mark a safe area for tipping

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Use cones or signs to mark a safe area for tipping

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Tell dumper drivers to use good judgment about how far they are from the excavation

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Tell dumper drivers to use good judgment about how far they are from the excavation

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Keep at least 5 meters between the dumper and the excavation

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Keep at least 5 meters between the dumper and the excavation

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Install stopblocks that fit the size of the vehicle

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Install stopblocks that fit the size of the vehicle

Question 8

8. What is a major risk associated with digging near a building or structure?

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Weakening or destabilising its foundations

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Weakening or destabilising its foundations

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Damaging the outside of the building or structure

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Damaging the outside of the building or structure

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Digging too deep into soft soil

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Digging too deep into soft soil

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Making noise and causing vibrations that disturb the people inside the building

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Making noise and causing vibrations that disturb the people inside the building

Question 9

9. What is the purpose of a “permit to work” system?

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To enable tools and equipment to be properly checked before work starts

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To enable tools and equipment to be properly checked before work starts

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To establish a safe system of work

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To establish a safe system of work

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To ensure that the job is being carried out properly

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To ensure that the job is being carried out properly

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To ensure that the job is carried out by the easiest method

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To ensure that the job is carried out by the easiest method

Question 10

10. When should guardrails be installed on a working platform?

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Falling at any height could lead to injury

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Falling at any height could lead to injury

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When materials are kept on the platform

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When materials are kept on the platform

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When there is a possibility of falling 5 meters

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When there is a possibility of falling 5 meters

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When there is a chance of falling 2 meters

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When there is a chance of falling 2 meters

Question 11

11. How can you test if an RCD (safety switch) connected to a power tool is functioning correctly?

Answer

Press the test button on the RCD

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Press the test button on the RCD

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Start and stop the tool

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Start and stop the tool

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Turn the power on and off

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Turn the power on and off

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Run the tool at its highest speed to see if it shuts off

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Run the tool at its highest speed to see if it shuts off

Question 12

12. What is the potential danger of leaving someone suspended in a harness for an extended period after a fall?

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The worker might try to climb back up

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The worker might try to climb back up

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The anchor point might break

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The anchor point might break

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The worker could pass out or get hurt

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The worker could pass out or get hurt

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It might distract other workers

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It might distract other workers

Question 13

13. If complete prevention of worker exposure to harmful substances is not possible, what should employers prioritize?

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Deciding on health check-ups that are needed

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Deciding on health check-ups that are needed

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Ways to reduce risk and limit exposure

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Ways to reduce risk and limit exposure

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Figuring out the right teaching, training, and oversight

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Figuring out the right teaching, training, and oversight

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Methods for checking how much workers are exposed in the workplace

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Methods for checking how much workers are exposed in the workplace

Question 14

14. Where is the best location to rig a safety net?

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At any height below the work area

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At any height below the work area

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6 metres below the work area

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6 metres below the work area

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Immediately below the work area

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Immediately below the work area

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2 metres below the work area

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2 metres below the work area

Question 15

15. How should an inflation pump be operated when using airbags with a controlled leak rate for fall arrest?

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Turn it off periodically to avoid over-inflation

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Turn it off periodically to avoid over-inflation

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Use electrical power to operate it

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Use electrical power to operate it

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Switch it off after the airbags are fully inflated

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Switch it off after the airbags are fully inflated

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Keep it running continuously during work at height

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Keep it running continuously during work at height

Question 16

16. What is the minimum level of first-aid provision required at any workplace?

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Call emergency services and lead them to the accident

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Call emergency services and lead them to the accident

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Give basic first aid like a trained first aider

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Give basic first aid like a trained first aider

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Provide all types of first aid, usually done by a first aider

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Provide all types of first aid, usually done by a first aider

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Apply splints specifically for fractures

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Apply splints specifically for fractures

Question 17

17. What is the primary hazard faced by workers when digging near a building or structure?

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Weakening the foundation of the building or structure

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Weakening the foundation of the building or structure

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Damaging the surface of the building or structure

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Damaging the surface of the building or structure

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Strong vibrations

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Strong vibrations

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Loud noises

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Loud noises

Question 18

18. When protecting workers from health and safety risks, how should personal protective equipment (PPE) be prioritized?

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As the main way to stay safe

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As the main way to stay safe

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As the best way to handle the task

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As the best way to handle the task

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As the first choice, along with measures for collective protection

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As the first choice, along with measures for collective protection

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As the only practical option

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As the only practical option

Question 19

19. What is the maximum size of a gap on a scaffold that is allowed without protection?

Question 20

20. In the electrical color-coding system used on construction sites, what voltage does a blue plug represent?

Question 21

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