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CSCS Test Practice (CITB HS&E Operatives) 2026

Most CSCS cards need a pass in the CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test within the last two years. The operatives test has 50 questions in 45 minutes, and you need at least 45 correct. This practice covers site law, health and welfare, general safety, high-risk work, the environment and safety signs.

  • Veiligheid op het werk
  • Verenigd Koninkrijk
  • 120 vragen
  • Gecontroleerd op 10 oktober 2026

Kort antwoord

Het officiële examen heeft 50 vragen. Geslaagd: 45 of 50 (90%). Tijdslimiet: 45 minuten. Afgenomen door: Construction Industry Training Board (CITB). Kosten: £22.50 (test fee listed by CSCS). Oefen hier gratis met 120 vragen, elk met het antwoord en een uitleg. Gecontroleerd aan de hand van officiële bronnen op 10 oktober 2026.

Lees dit voordat je gaat oefenenBegin met de CSCS Test Study Guide (CITB HS&E): notities in begrijpelijke taal, schema’s en de getallen die je moet onthouden.

  1. Vraag 1 van 25

    What is the main law covering health and safety at work in Great Britain?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974

    The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 sets out the general duties of employers, workers and others.

  2. Vraag 2 van 25

    Under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, what is one of your duties as a worker?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. Take reasonable care of yourself and of others affected by what you do

    Section 7 of the Act says employees must take reasonable care of themselves and others, and co-operate with their employer on safety.

  3. Vraag 3 van 25

    A worker takes away a guard rail to make a job quicker and leaves it off. What does the law say about this?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. No one may intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse safety equipment

    Section 8 of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 bans interfering with or misusing anything provided for health and safety.

  4. Vraag 4 van 25

    Your employer gives you PPE that the law requires for your job. Can they charge you for it?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. No, they cannot charge for it

    Section 9 of the Act says employers must not charge workers for anything they must provide by law for health and safety.

  5. Vraag 5 van 25

    An HSE inspector sees an activity with a risk of serious personal injury. Which notice can they serve to stop it?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. A prohibition notice

    A prohibition notice stops an activity that involves a risk of serious personal injury until the problem is put right.

  6. Vraag 6 van 25

    What is a risk assessment?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. A careful look at what could cause harm and how to prevent it

    A risk assessment identifies hazards, decides who might be harmed and how, and sets out the precautions needed.

  7. Vraag 7 van 25

    What is a hazard?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. Anything with the potential to cause harm

    A hazard is something that can cause harm, such as a trench, a chemical or working at height.

  8. Vraag 8 van 25

    What is a method statement?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. A document that explains, step by step, how a task will be done safely

    A method statement sets out the safe system of work for a task, based on the risk assessment. Read it and follow it.

  9. Vraag 9 van 25

    When should you get a site induction?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. Before you start work on a new site

    Under CDM 2015 the principal contractor must make sure every worker gets a suitable site induction.

  10. Vraag 10 van 25

    Under CDM 2015, who plans, manages and monitors the construction phase when there is more than one contractor?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. The principal contractor

    The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 give the principal contractor this duty.

  11. Vraag 11 van 25

    What is a toolbox talk?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. A short safety talk on one topic, usually given on site

    Toolbox talks are short briefings that remind workers about specific hazards and safe ways of working.

  12. Vraag 12 van 25

    What is a permit to work?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. A formal written system for controlling high-risk work, such as hot work

    Permits to work make sure the right precautions are in place before high-risk work starts, and who is allowed to do it.

  13. Vraag 13 van 25

    What is a near miss?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. An event that could have caused injury or damage but did not

    Near misses should be reported so the cause can be fixed before someone gets hurt.

  14. Vraag 14 van 25

    What does RIDDOR require?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. Certain serious injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences must be reported to HSE

    The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR) set out what must be reported to HSE.

  15. Vraag 15 van 25

    You cut your hand on site. What should happen after first aid?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. The injury should be recorded in the accident book

    Recording injuries helps your employer find the causes and meet reporting rules, and protects you if problems develop later.

  16. Vraag 16 van 25

    You are asked to do a task but you are not sure how to do it safely. What should you do?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. Stop and ask your supervisor before you start

    Never start a task you do not understand. Ask for information, instruction or training first.

  17. Vraag 17 van 25

    In the hierarchy of control, which measure should be used only after other controls have been considered?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. Personal protective equipment (PPE)

    PPE protects only the person wearing it, so it is the last line of defence after elimination, substitution and other controls.

  18. Vraag 18 van 25

    To apply for most CSCS cards, how recently must you have passed the CITB HS&E test (or an approved alternative)?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. Within the last two years

    CSCS says applicants must pass the appropriate level of the CITB HS&E test within the last two years.

  19. Vraag 19 van 25

    The CITB HS&E test for operatives has 50 questions. How many must you answer correctly to pass?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. 45

    The pass mark is 90%, which is at least 45 out of 50.

  20. Vraag 20 van 25

    How long do you have to complete the CITB HS&E test for operatives?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. 45 minutes

    The operatives test has 50 questions in 45 minutes.

  21. Vraag 21 van 25

    Will the questions in the real HS&E test use exactly the same words as the CITB revision materials?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. No, they are worded differently but test the same knowledge

    CITB says questions in the test are worded differently from the revision materials, but the meaning stays the same.

  22. Vraag 22 van 25

    You think a workmate is under the influence of alcohol on site. What should you do?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. Tell your supervisor so they can deal with it

    Someone under the influence can put themselves and others in danger. Report it so it can be dealt with.

  23. Vraag 23 van 25

    Which welfare facilities should a construction site provide?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. Toilets, washing facilities, drinking water and a place to rest and eat

    Construction sites need toilets, washing facilities, drinking water, an area to eat and drink, and somewhere to store and dry clothing.

  24. Vraag 24 van 25

    What should be next to the toilets on a construction site?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. Wash basins with hot and cold (or warm) running water, soap and a way to dry hands

    HSE says wash basins should be next to the toilets, with hot and cold or warm running water, soap and a way to dry hands.

  25. Vraag 25 van 25

    When are portable chemical toilets acceptable on a construction site?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. As a last resort, when better types of toilet are not possible

    HSE prefers flushing toilets connected to mains drainage. Portable chemical toilets are a last resort.

Wat je moet weten voor het examen

  • The operatives test has 50 questions and lasts 45 minutes. You must answer at least 45 correctly (90%).
  • You can book online through Pearson VUE, by phone, or through an Internet Test Centre.
  • For most CSCS cards you must have passed the right level of the HS&E test, or an approved alternative, within the last two years.
  • The HS&E test is owned and managed by CITB, not CSCS. There are three versions: Operatives, Specialists, and Managers and Professionals.
  • The questions in the real test are worded differently from the CITB revision materials, but they test the same knowledge.
  • When you apply for your card you need the CITB test ID number from your pass certificate. The CSCS application fee is £36.
  • Reasonable adjustments are available at Pearson Professional Centres for candidates who need them.

Veelgestelde vragen

Is the CSCS test the same as the CITB HS&E test?

Yes. People often call it the CSCS test, but it is the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test. CITB owns and runs it, and most CSCS cards need a pass.

How many questions are on the CSCS test for operatives?

There are 50 questions and you have 45 minutes. You need at least 45 correct answers (90%) to pass.

How long is an HS&E test pass valid for a CSCS card?

For most CSCS cards you must have passed the test within the last two years when you apply.

How much does the test cost?

CSCS lists the test fee as £22.50. The CSCS card application fee is £36. Fees can change, so check when you book.

Which version of the HS&E test do I need?

The operatives test is for site workers. Some roles need the Specialists test, and managers and professionals take the MAP test. Use the CSCS card finder to check.

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