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 40

Mock test 40 — 24 questions.

24 questions24 minPass: 75%

About this mock

Difficulty: Exam-ready

CSCS Operative Mock 40 uses emergency awareness to test toolbox-talk style scenarios in a practical way. Strong answers on emergency awareness depend on manual handling, working around plant and basic site behaviour being read in the right order. Where options look close, the detail around emergency awareness helps explain the correct choice. For CSCS Operative Mock 40, review emergency awareness as the short revision target.

Topics included

Emergency awareness
Manual handling
Working around plant
Basic site behaviour
Applied scenario review 40

Common mistakes in this mock

Answering from memory before reading the full question
Missing the clue about working around plant during a welfare issue
Choosing speed before worker responsibilities
Answering before checking a new starter unsure about site rules

Who this mock is for

People revising emergency awareness before moving to mixed CSCS Operative practice.

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.