What is the pass mark?

You need 45 out of 50 — 90% — in 45 minutes to pass the real CITB HS&E test.

How much does the real test cost?

The current CITB fee is £22.50. UK Test Hub mocks are free.

Where do I sit the real test?

At a Pearson VUE test centre. You book it through the CITB website and bring photo ID on the day.

Is this the same as the Managers & Professionals test?

No — that uses different scenario-based questions. We have a separate CSCS Gold / Supervisor mock for that.

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CSCS Operative Mock Test 18

Mock test 18 — 24 questions.

24 questions24 minPass: 75%

About this mock

Difficulty: Intermediate

CSCS Operative Mock 18 makes PPE choices the main check across construction practice questions. When PPE choices appears in the question, emergency awareness, manual handling and working around plant give the main evidence for the answer. The page works best when feedback points to PPE choices. Across CSCS Operative Mock 18, use PPE choices as the clear study focus.

Topics included

PPE choices
Emergency awareness
Manual handling
Working around plant
Applied scenario review 18

Common mistakes in this mock

Misreading the question about PPE choices
Choosing an answer before checking all details
Confusing emergency awareness with manual handling
Missing wording that changes the answer

Who this mock is for

Learners using CSCS Operative Mock 18 to confirm PPE choices and related clues.

How to practise

How to use Practice mode

Practice mode shows the correct answer and an explanation after every question, with no timer. Use it the first time you sit a topic, when you want to learn as you go, or when you're targeting a specific weak area.

How to use Exam mode

Exam mode gives timed practice for revision. Official timings vary by exam provider and skill, so always check the official test format before booking.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pass mark?: You need 45 out of 50 — 90% — in 45 minutes to pass the real CITB HS&E test.
How much does the real test cost?: The current CITB fee is £22.50. UK Test Hub mocks are free.
Where do I sit the real test?: At a Pearson VUE test centre. You book it through the CITB website and bring photo ID on the day.
Is this the same as the Managers & Professionals test?: No — that uses different scenario-based questions. We have a separate CSCS Gold / Supervisor mock for that.