Free practice questions for the Operatives Test

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A practice test with 38 questions. Try to get at least 35 correct in order to pass!

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Key Test Information

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WHAT DOES THE OPERATIVES TEST CONSIST OF?

The Operatives test consists of 50 questions in two sections:

  • The first section contains 38 questions testing your HS&E knowledge.
  • The second section consists of 3 behavioural case studies with 4 questions in each case study, giving the remaining 12 questions.

Use the links above to separately practice either of these sections.

WHICH CSCS CARDS CAN I APPLY FOR WITH THIS TEST?

This is the recommended test for the following types of CSCS card:

  • Green Coloured (e.g. Labourer)
  • Red Coloured (e.g. Trainee, Apprentice, Temporary Cards)
  • Blue Coloured (Most skilled worker cards)
  • Gold Coloured (Most advanced craft cards)


WHO IS THIS TEST FOR?

The Operatives Test is designed to ensure that every worker demonstrates a fundamental understanding of health, safety, and environmental practices before they are allowed to enter a construction site.

HOW LONG DOES THE TEST LAST?

The Operatives Test has a time limit of 45 minutes.