CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test (Operatives) — Practice
Health and welfare: practice questions
Our CITB HS&E Operatives bank has 26 questions on this topic. Here are 3 of them with answers; the full mock exam draws from every topic, like the real one.
Question 1
How can you reduce the risk of catching leptospirosis on site?
- Cover cuts, wear gloves and wash hands before eating
- Drink plenty of water during the shift and avoid standing water
- Stand upwind of any rubbish piles
- Wear hearing protection near drains
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A. Cover cuts, wear gloves and wash hands before eating — Covering cuts, wearing gloves and good hygiene stop infected urine getting into the body.
Question 2
A co-worker tells you they feel they cannot cope and are struggling at home and work. What is a good first step?
- Tell them to toughen up and get on with the job like everyone else
- Tell the rest of the gang so they know
- Avoid them until they feel better
- Listen, and encourage them to talk to someone who can help
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D. Listen, and encourage them to talk to someone who can help — Listening and signposting support (a supervisor, mental health first aider, GP or helpline) is the right approach.
Question 3
Which of these could be an early sign of skin cancer you should get checked?
- A mole that changes size, shape or colour
- A bruise from knocking your arm on a pallet
- Dry skin on your hands during cold winter
- A small blister from new safety boots
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A. A mole that changes size, shape or colour — HSE advises outdoor workers to check their skin regularly and see a doctor about changing moles or new growths.