The CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) Managers and Professionals Test is designed for individuals working in managerial or professional roles within the construction industry in the UK. It assesses their knowledge of health, safety, and environmental issues relevant to their specific roles. The test aims to ensure that managers and professionals have a comprehensive understanding of the responsibilities and requirements for maintaining a safe working environment on construction sites.
The pass mark for the Managers and Professionals test is 90%. To pass, you need to answer at least 45 out of 50 questions correctly.
Managers and professionals in the construction industry are responsible for complying with, embedding and implementing effective HS&E practices. Ultimately, this reduces the number of fatalities and accidents. To ensure that managers and professionals have the right health, safety and environmental knowledge to support them in carrying out their role the test covers the following six core knowledge areas:
Specialist activities will include questions on Demolition and Highway works.
It is further divided into 5 categories. Click on each category to get more information about it and taking its Mock Test.
What you and your employer need to do ensure everyone is working safely on site.
When, how and why accidents need to be reported and recorded.
What you should do in case of an emergency, and what your employer must make available.
Why Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is important, why you should wear it and who is responsible for it.
Your responsibilities on site, how waste should be managed and how to conserve energy.
It is further divided into 4 categories. Click on each category to get more information about it and taking its Mock Test.
How to work safely, protecting yourself and those around you from exposure to respiratory hazards. What health conditions may arise from exposure to dust and fumes.
Why it is important to minimise exposure to noise and vibration in the workplace. How you should protect yourself and those around you.
Common health issues on site and how to avoid them. Providing welfare facilities and support on site. Awareness of mental health.
Why and how it is important to handle all loads using a safe system of work. What key areas you need to be aware of when handling loads.
It is further divided into 3 categories. Click on each category to get more information about it and taking its Mock Test.
What types of safety sign you will see on a construction site, and what they are informing you of.
What you should do if you discover a fire, and which fire extinguishers should be used on what type of fire.
How to work safely with different types of tools, and what you should do if the tools you are using have not been examined or are faulty.
It is further divided into 4 categories. Click on each category to get more information about it and taking its Mock Test.
How careful planning can safely segregate pedestrian and traffic routes, traffic rules you need to be aware of and how to lift loads safely.
What types of equipment you will use for working at height, and how to use them correctly.
How to work safely in a confined space or excavation, and what you should do if exposed to certain hazards.
How you can identify a hazardous substance, and what control measures should be in place to enable you to work safely.