SMSTS Test - Set 1

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. Which element is most important in deciding the type of work and level of risk involved when handling asbestos?

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How easily the asbestos material can crumble (its friability)

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How easily the asbestos material can crumble (its friability)

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The building’s age

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The building’s age

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The quantity of asbestos found

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The quantity of asbestos found

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The temperature conditions at the worksite

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The temperature conditions at the worksite

Question 2

2. Which statement correctly describes the rules for transporting asbestos waste?

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Asbestos waste can be moved freely if it’s clearly labeled

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Asbestos waste can be moved freely if it’s clearly labeled

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Only licensed and qualified waste carriers are permitted to handle asbestos waste transport

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Only licensed and qualified waste carriers are permitted to handle asbestos waste transport

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Any waste carrier may transport asbestos waste after brief training

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Any waste carrier may transport asbestos waste after brief training

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Asbestos waste isn’t classified as hazardous, so anyone can transport it

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Asbestos waste isn’t classified as hazardous, so anyone can transport it

Question 3

3. Why must a gas detector be used before entering a manhole or inspection chamber on a construction site?

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To identify dangerous gases and confirm that the air is safe to breathe

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To identify dangerous gases and confirm that the air is safe to breathe

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To evaluate whether the chamber structure is stable

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To evaluate whether the chamber structure is stable

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To check how hot or cold it is inside the chamber

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To check how hot or cold it is inside the chamber

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To measure the sound levels inside the chamber

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To measure the sound levels inside the chamber

Question 4

4. In the hierarchy of control for managing dangerous substances, which measure should be applied as the first step to reduce risk?

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Applying administrative rules and providing training

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Applying administrative rules and providing training

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Installing engineering controls like ventilation systems

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Installing engineering controls like ventilation systems

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Using personal protective equipment (PPE)

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Using personal protective equipment (PPE)

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Replacing hazardous materials with safer alternatives

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Replacing hazardous materials with safer alternatives

Question 5

5. In the hierarchy of control for managing hazardous materials, which option should be used only as a final measure?

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Implementing administrative procedures and safety training

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Implementing administrative procedures and safety training

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Replacing dangerous substances with safer ones

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Replacing dangerous substances with safer ones

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Using engineering measures like improved ventilation

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Using engineering measures like improved ventilation

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Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)

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Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)

Question 6

6. What is the main objective of obtaining an abstraction licence?

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To allow the release of wastewater into natural water bodies

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To allow the release of wastewater into natural water bodies

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To grant permission for taking water from a specific source for use

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To grant permission for taking water from a specific source for use

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To oversee the development of water supply systems

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To oversee the development of water supply systems

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To check and maintain the quality of water in natural sources

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To check and maintain the quality of water in natural sources

Question 7

7. Which of the following is a mandatory legal requirement for maintaining safe working conditions on a construction site?

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Risk assessment

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Risk assessment

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Site safety induction

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Site safety induction

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Equipment maintenance log

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Equipment maintenance log

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Work method statement

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Work method statement

Question 8

8. What elements influence the kind and quantity of safety signs required on a construction site?

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The overall area or scale of the construction site

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The overall area or scale of the construction site

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The findings of the site’s risk assessment

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The findings of the site’s risk assessment

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The total number of workers present on site

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The total number of workers present on site

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The types of materials being used on site

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The types of materials being used on site

Question 9

9. Which of the following actions can help reduce the likelihood of developing repetitive strain injuries while performing manual handling tasks?

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Disregarding early warning signs of discomfort

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Disregarding early warning signs of discomfort

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Rotating workers between different tasks regularly

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Rotating workers between different tasks regularly

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Wearing restrictive or tight clothing while working

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Wearing restrictive or tight clothing while working

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Reaching or stretching excessively during tasks

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Reaching or stretching excessively during tasks

Question 10

10. According to HSE recommendations, how often should 110-volt power tools used on construction sites be checked and tested?

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Before being used on-site for the first time, and then every three months

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Before being used on-site for the first time, and then every three months

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Before being used on-site for the first time, and then every six months

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Before being used on-site for the first time, and then every six months

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Before being used on-site for the first time, and then every nine months

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Before being used on-site for the first time, and then every nine months

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Before being used on-site for the first time, and then once a year

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Before being used on-site for the first time, and then once a year

Question 11

11. Which statement best explains the main distinction between the principal designer and the principal contractor under CDM regulations?

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The principal contractor takes full responsibility for all site workers, while the principal designer communicates only with clients.

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The principal contractor takes full responsibility for all site workers, while the principal designer communicates only with clients.

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The principal contractor contributes to the design process, while the principal designer supervises construction activities.

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The principal contractor contributes to the design process, while the principal designer supervises construction activities.

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The principal designer oversees on-site safety, while the principal contractor deals with design-related matters.

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The principal designer oversees on-site safety, while the principal contractor deals with design-related matters.

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The principal designer manages the design and planning stages, whereas the principal contractor oversees the construction phase.

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The principal designer manages the design and planning stages, whereas the principal contractor oversees the construction phase.

Question 12

12. What is the main reason for using a Falling Object Protective Structure (FOPS) in construction work?

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To stop the machinery from getting too hot while in use

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To stop the machinery from getting too hot while in use

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To shield the operator from harm if objects fall from above

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To shield the operator from harm if objects fall from above

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To enhance machine visibility during dark or low-light conditions

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To enhance machine visibility during dark or low-light conditions

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To help the equipment consume less fuel during operation

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To help the equipment consume less fuel during operation

Question 13

13. Which of the following signs might suggest that an employee has been using sedative drugs?

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Irritability and hyperactivity

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Irritability and hyperactivity

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Heavy perspiration and trembling

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Heavy perspiration and trembling

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Rapid heartbeat and elevated blood pressure

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Rapid heartbeat and elevated blood pressure

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Sleepiness, disorientation, and slow breathing

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Sleepiness, disorientation, and slow breathing

Question 14

14. Which of the following surfaces are considered fragile when working on roofs?

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PVC sheets, flat concrete tiles, and glass panels

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PVC sheets, flat concrete tiles, and glass panels

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Steel sheets, asphalt shingles, and slate tiles

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Steel sheets, asphalt shingles, and slate tiles

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Slate tiles, corroded metal roofing, glass panels

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Slate tiles, corroded metal roofing, glass panels

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Fibre glass panels, thatch, and reinforced concrete

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Fibre glass panels, thatch, and reinforced concrete

Question 15

15. Which device should be used prior to entering an inspection chamber?

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Vibration measuring tool

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Vibration measuring tool

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Dust level meter

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Dust level meter

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Pressure gauge

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Pressure gauge

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Air quality detector

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Air quality detector

Question 16

16. Why is it important for lone workers to carry out a point-of-work risk assessment before beginning a task?

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To manage and assign resources for finishing the project

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To manage and assign resources for finishing the project

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To check that all necessary tools and equipment are available

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To check that all necessary tools and equipment are available

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To confirm that there have been no changes to the planned safe working method

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To confirm that there have been no changes to the planned safe working method

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To ensure adherence to local noise control rules

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To ensure adherence to local noise control rules

Question 17

17. In what situation is it acceptable to use the ground controls of a Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP)?

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When the person in the platform is unable to operate it because of an emergency

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When the person in the platform is unable to operate it because of an emergency

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Whenever the operator finds it easier or more convenient

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Whenever the operator finds it easier or more convenient

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When the MEWP is idle and not being used for a task

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When the MEWP is idle and not being used for a task

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If the operator has no training in MEWP operation

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If the operator has no training in MEWP operation

Question 18

18. Before starting excavation work on a roadway for service connections, what should you confirm first?

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That the road will be fully closed during the excavation process

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That the road will be fully closed during the excavation process

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That nearby residents and road users have been informed about the work

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That nearby residents and road users have been informed about the work

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That the project will be finished within the planned schedule

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That the project will be finished within the planned schedule

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That all required permissions and authorisations have been secured

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That all required permissions and authorisations have been secured

Question 19

19. Which of the following is regarded as unsafe practice when digging near underground utilities?

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Using manual tools instead of machinery to uncover buried lines

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Using manual tools instead of machinery to uncover buried lines

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Educating workers about potential hazards from underground services

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Educating workers about potential hazards from underground services

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Checking for underground services before starting excavation

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Checking for underground services before starting excavation

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Failing to review utility plans or contact service providers before digging

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Failing to review utility plans or contact service providers before digging

Question 20

20. According to the CDM Regulations, what is a key duty of the principal contractor on a construction site?

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To create the project’s layout and framework design

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To create the project’s layout and framework design

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To oversee and coordinate the implementation of the construction phase plan.

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To oversee and coordinate the implementation of the construction phase plan.

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Make sure every construction worker is provided with the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).

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Make sure every construction worker is provided with the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).

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To personally perform all construction-related tasks.

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To personally perform all construction-related tasks.

Question 21

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