CSCS – Health and Safety Test in English and in Polish
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If email addresses are supplied at time of booking, candidates will be sent email confirmation of their test date and time You should let us know of any special requirements for any of the candidates, such as reading difficulties or preferring to take the test in a language other than English The test is multiple choice and is conducted via computer – you select the correct answer by either using a mouse or using a touch sensitive computer screen. You don’t need any special computer skills and you can have a tutorial practice session before sitting your test if you wish. Sessions are monitored, so assistance is always on hand. Questions are taken from an approved selection covering topics such as site hazards, working at heights, using dangerous substances and understanding warning signs. There are different categories of test, depending on which CSCS or affiliated card scheme you will be applying for – we can help advise you when you book. The category of test you sit will also influence the selection of questions in your test and how many you will be asked. Usually, you will be asked 40 questions, to be answered in 45 minutes, although some specialist tests have 50 questions and last 60 minutes. Most candidates finish well before time.
Categories of Test
There are currently 13 versions of the test for different trades, tailored to give candidates specific health and safety skills relating to their job. Any queries regarding which category of tests are suitable for different cards should be made to the relevant card schemes direct.
Manager (MGRS)
Operative
Supervisor (SPVR)
Domestic Heating and Plumbing Services (HAPS) (HVACR)
Ductwork (HVACR) (DUCT)
Highways (HIW)
Lift and Escalator (LAEE)
National Demolition Training Group (NDTG)
Pipe fitting / Welding – Industrial and commercial (HVACR) (PFW)
Plumbing and Gas Health & Safety (JIBP)
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (HVACR) (RAAC)
Service and Facilities (HVACR) (SAF)
Working at Heights (WAH)
Special requirements
Each testing station is equipped with headphones so if you wish you can listen to the questions as well as read them on screen. If you would prefer to take the test in a language other than English, please ask us when you book – some foreign languages have voice-overs for the CSCS Operatives test, otherwise we can usually arrange an interpreter at one of the centres that have interpreters’ booths.
