CSCS Health, Safety & Environment Test — Study Guide
Free, topic-by-topic study notes for the CSCS Health, Safety & Environment Test exam. Read a chapter, then practice it.
General Responsibilities and the Law
The legal framework for construction health and safety in Great Britain, principally the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, and what it means for you day to day.
Health and Welfare
Protecting your long-term health from occupational hazards such as noise, vibration, dust and manual strain, and the basic welfare facilities you are entitled to on site.
Working at Height
Falls from height are one of the biggest causes of death and serious injury in construction. This chapter covers the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and safe use of ladders, platforms and roofs.
Manual Handling and Work Equipment
Reducing injuries from lifting and carrying, and the safe use of tools and equipment under PUWER and LOLER.
Hazardous Substances (COSHH)
Working safely with substances that can harm your health, including chemicals, asbestos, silica dust and cement, under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations.
Fire and Emergencies
Preventing fires and knowing what to do in an emergency, including the fire triangle, hot works and evacuation.
Safety Signs and PPE
Understanding the colours and shapes of safety signs, and the correct use of personal protective equipment.
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