CSCS Pipefitter Mock Test

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HVACR - Pipefitting and Welding

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While working on your own and tracing pipework in a building, you notice that the pipes enter a service duct. What should you do?

Stop work until a risk assessment has been carried out

Go into the service duct and continue to trace the pipework

Put on your personal protective equipment (PPE) and carry on with the job

Ask someone in the building to act as your second person

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What is the colour of an acetylene cylinder?

Green

Orange

Maroon

Black

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Where should acetylene gas-welding bottles be stored when they are not in use?

In a special rack in a company van

Outside in a special storage compound

Inside a building in a locked cupboard

With oxygen bottles

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What should you do if you need additional temporary wiring for your power tools whilst working on site?

Stop work until an authorised supply has been installed

Disconnect a longer cable serving somewhere else and reconnect it to where you need it

Find some cable and extend the wiring yourself

Speak to an electrician and ask them to do the temporary wiring

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When using a blowtorch near to timber, what should you do?

Use a non-combustible mat and have a fire extinguisher ready

Wet the timber first and keep a bucket of water handy

Carry out the work taking care not to catch the timber

Point the flame away from the timber and have a bucket of sand ready to put out the fire

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Where should liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders be positioned when supplying an appliance in a site cabin?

Inside the cabin next to the appliance

Inside the cabin in a locked cupboard

Under the cabin

Outside the cabin

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How should extension lead in use on site be positioned?

They should be coiled on a drum or cable tidy

They should be raised on bricks

They should be laid out in the shortest, most convenient route

They should be located so as to prevent a tripping hazard

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Who is allowed to install natural gas pipework?

A skilled engineer

A Gas Safe registered engineer

A pipefitter

Anybody

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What should be done before a mobile tower is moved?

The principal contractor must give their approval

A permit to work must be issued

Arrangements must be made with the forklift truck driver

All people and equipment must be removed from the platform

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What is edge protection designed to do?

Prevent the fall of people and materials

Make access to the roof easier

Secure tools and materials close to the edge

Prevent rainwater running off the roof onto workers below

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What must you ensure before using a ladder?

That the weather forecast is for a bright, clear day

That no-one else has booked the ladder for their work

That an apprentice or workmate is standing by in case you slip and fall

That it is secured to prevent it from moving sideways or sliding outwards

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Which two of these activities are likely to need a hot-work permit?

Replacing an empty liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder with a full one

Refuelling a diesel dump truck

Using the heaters in the drying room

Soldering pipework in a central heating system

Cutting steel with an angle grinder

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When a new piece of plant has been installed but has not been commissioned, how should it be left?

With all valves and switches turned on and ready to use

With all valves and switches turned off

With all valves and switches clearly labelled

With all valves and switches locked off

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What guarding is required when a pipe threading machine is in use?

Warning notices in the work area

A barrier at the exposed end of the pipe only

A length of red material hung from the exposed end of the pipe

A barrier around the whole of the pipe length and machine

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What should you do when using a blowtorch near to flexible pipe lagging?

Wet the lagging but leave it in place

Remove the lagging at least 1 m either side of the work

Remove just enough lagging to carry out the work

Remove the lagging at least 3 m either side of the work

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Apart from the cylinders used in gas-powered forklift trucks, why should liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders never be placed on their side during use?

Air could be drawn into the cylinder, creating a dangerous mixture of gases

The liquid gas would be at too low a level to allow the torch to burn correctly

It would give a faulty reading on the contents gauge, resulting in flashback

The liquid gas could be drawn from the cylinder, creating a safety hazard

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When working in a riser, how should access be controlled?

By a site security operative

By a permit to work system

By the main contractor

By those who are working in it

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When using oxyacetylene brazing equipment, how should the bottles be positioned?

Angled at 45°

Laid on their side and secured

Stood upside down

Stood upright and secured

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If you find a coloured wire sticking out of an electrical plug what is the correct action to take?

Take the plug apart and carry out a repair

Pull the wire clear of the plug and report it to your supervisor

Mark the item as defective and follow your company procedure for defective items

Push it back into the plug and carry on working

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If you are asked to install high-level ductwork from a platform that has no edge protection and is located above an open stairwell, what should you do?

Not start work until your work platform has been fitted with guard-rails and toe-boards

Get on with the job, provided that if you fall the stairwell guard-rail will prevent you from falling further

Get on with the job, but keep away from the edge of the platform

Get on with the job, ensuring that a workmate stays close by

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What is the method of checking for leaks after connecting a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) regulator to the bottle?

Listen to hear for escaping gas

Test with a lighted match

Apply leak detection fluid to the connections

Sniff the connections to detect the smell of gas

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If you are working where welding is being carried out, what should be provided to protect you from welding flash?

Screens

A hi-vis vest

Warning notices

A fire extinguisher

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If you spill some oil on the floor and you do not have any absorbent material to clean the area, what should you do?

Do nothing, as it will eventually soak into the floor

Spread it about to lessen the depth

Warn other people as they tread through it

Keep people out of the area and inform your supervisor

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Which of the following statements is true?

Both propane and butane are heavier than air

Propane is heavier than air while butane is lighter than air

Butane is heavier than air while propane is lighter than air

Both propane and butane are lighter than air

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What must be clearly marked on all lifting equipment?

The specification of material from which it is made

The next test date

The name of the manufacturer

The safe working load

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What is the most likely risk of injury when cutting a pipe with hand-operated pipe cutters?

You may cut yourself on the inside edge of the cut pipe

Your fingers may become trapped between the cutting wheel and the pipe

You may damage your muscles due to continued use

A piece of sharp metal could fly off and hit you

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What is the recommended maximum height for a free-standing mobile tower?

12 m

The height recommended by the manufacturer

2 m

There is no restriction

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The use of oxyacetylene equipment is not recommended for which jointing method?

Jointing sheet lead

Jointing copper pipe using hard soldering

Jointing copper tube using capillary soldered fittings

Jointing mild steel tube

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Why is it important to know the difference between propane and butane equipment?

Propane equipment operates at lower pressure

Propane equipment operates at higher pressure

Propane equipment can be used with smaller, easy-to-handle cylinders

Propane equipment is cheaper

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What is the first thing you should do after getting on to the platform of a correctly erected mobile tower?

Make sure that the tower does not rock or wobble

Close the access hatch to prevent falls of personnel, tools or equipment

Check for overhead power lines

Check that the brakes are locked on

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Who should be present during the pressure testing of pipework or vessels?

The architect

Only those involved in carrying out the test

Anybody

The site foreman

32 / 48

When positioning and erecting a stepladder, which of the following is essential for its safe use?

The restraint mechanism is spread to its full extent

Your supervisor has positioned and erected the steps

It has a tool tray towards the top of the steps

You will be able to reach the job by standing on the top step

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What should you do when using pipe-freezing equipment to isolate a damaged section of pipe?

Always work in pairs

Never allow the freezing gas to come into direct contact with surface water

Never use pipe-freezing equipment on plastic pipe

Wear gloves to avoid direct contact with your skin and read the COSHH assessment

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When do you need to wear eye protection while drilling through a wall?

Only when drilling through concrete

Only when the drill bit exceeds 20 mm

Only when drilling overhead

Always, whatever the circumstances

35 / 48

Which item of electrical equipment does not require portable appliance testing?

Electric kettle

Battery-powered rechargeable drill

110-volt portable halogen light

110-volt electrical drill

36 / 48

Who should carry out pressure testing on pipework or vessels?

A building control officer

Anyone who is available

A competent person

A Health and Safety Executive (HSE) inspector

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When planning a lifting operation, how should the sequence of operations to enable a safe lift be confirmed?

In a radio telephone message

On a notice in the canteen

Using verbal instruction

In a method statement

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What should you ensure when using an electrically powered threading machine?

That your clothing cannot get caught on rotating parts of the machine

That the power supply is 400-volts and the machine is fitted with a guard

That the machine is only used in your compound

That the power supply is 24 volts

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Which two of the following are essential safety checks to be carried out before using oxyacetylene equipment?

That the cylinders are the right weight

That the cylinders, hoses and flashback arresters are in good condition

That the area is well ventilated and clear of any obstructions

That the cylinders are full

That the trolley wheels are the right size

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Why is it essential to take great care when handling oxygen cylinders?

They contain poisonous gas

They are filled to extremely high pressures

They contain highly flammable compressed gas

They contain highly flammable liquid gas

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Which item of personal protective equipment (PPE) is designed to protect against infrared radiation damage to the eyes during flame cutting or welding?

Clear goggles

Eye protection with a tinted filter lens

Dust mask

Respiratory protective equipment (RPE)

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When assembling a mobile tower what major hazard must you be aware of?

Overhead service cables

Cable trays

False ceilings

Water pipes

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How should cylinders containing liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) be stored on site?

Covered by a tarpaulin to shield the compressed cylinder from sunlight

In a locked cage at least 3 m from any oxygen cylinders

As close to the point of use as possible

In a locked cellar with clear warning signs

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Which of these statements is true in relation to the safe working load (SWL) of lifting equipment?

It is provided for guidance only

It may be exceeded by no more than 25%

It is the absolute maximum safe working load

It is never marked on the equipment but kept with the test certificates

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What is the main hazard associated with flame-cutting and welding?

Gas poisoning

Fire

Not having a hot-work permit

Dropping a gas cylinder

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What must be done first before any roof work is carried out?

Permits to work must be issued only to those allowed to work on the roof

The operatives working on the roof must be trained in the use of safety harnesses

A risk assessment must be carried out

A weather forecast must be obtained

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When should you stop carrying out hot works?

At least one hour before you leave the site

At least four hours before you leave the site

At least two hours before you leave the site

Just before you leave the site

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How should you position the exhaust of an engine-driven generator that has to be run inside a building?

In a stairwell

In another room

In a riser

Outside the building

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CSCS Pipefitter Mock Test – Prepare for Safe and Skilled Work in Mechanical Systems

What is the CSCS Pipefitter Test?

The CSCS Pipefitter Specialist Test is part of the Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) suite, designed for professionals who install, maintain, and repair pipework in industrial, commercial, or domestic environments. It ensures pipefitters understand site safety procedures and the specific risks of their trade.

Why Take a Pipefitter Mock Test?

A CSCS Pipefitter Mock Test gives you the opportunity to:

Practise with real-style test questions
Identify any knowledge gaps before the actual exam
Reinforce vital health and safety rules
Boost your confidence and increase your chances of passing

What Topics Are Included?

The test covers general site safety and trade-specific areas such as:

Installation of steel, copper, and plastic pipes
Jointing methods including welding and brazing
Safe handling of tools and heavy materials
Working at height and in confined spaces
Use of PPE and respiratory protection
Awareness of pressure testing and system flushing
Hot works permits and fire prevention

Who Should Take This Test?

This mock test is ideal for:

Pipefitters and apprentices
Mechanical installers and industrial maintenance workers
Construction operatives in building services
Supervisors and engineers in mechanical trades

Key Benefits:

Understand safety standards for pipefitting work
Get used to the format of the real CSCS test
Improve job-site awareness and practical knowledge
Help qualify for the appropriate CSCS card

Take the CSCS Pipefitter Mock Test now to sharpen your skills, reinforce your safety knowledge, and move one step closer to certification and success on-site.