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Preparation for CITB Health & Safety Test Online

Course Overview

This online Preparation for the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test course supports learners getting ready for the touch screen test after completing Level 1 Health and Safety in Construction.

 

  • Designed for CITB Health, Safety Test preparation
  • Ideal follow-on from Level 1 Health and Safety training
  • Covers key site safety topics including reporting, welfare, fire safety and hazards
  • Includes focused CITB test practice
  • Ends with a 50-question CITB mock test in exam style
  • Builds confidence for the official test

Target Audience

This CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test e-learning course is designed for learners who have already completed Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment and are preparing for the touch screen assessment.

It provides structured revision to help reinforce essential site safety knowledge and build confidence ahead of the test.

Advantages

Online training is flexible, cost-effective and self-paced, allowing learners to study around work and personal commitments. This course helps prepare for the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test by refreshing key topics and practising questions in a similar format to the real test.

Duration

Preparation for the CITB Health & Safety test course is designed to be completed in approximately 90 minutes. It provides a focused, structured learning session that allows candidates to revise key topics efficiently while building confidence ahead of the assessment.

 
 
 

Preparation For CITB Health & Safety Test

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Test Modules

  • Includes a CITB mock test for exam preparation
  • Covers key site safety knowledge and responsibilities
  • Focuses on risk awareness, safe working, and incident response
  • Guidance on equipment use and protective measures
  • Builds confidence for common hazards and high-risk tasks
  • Provides realistic CITB test practice for the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test

 

This course is designed to reinforce essential learning and help candidates feel fully prepared for the real assessment, with structured revision that reflects the style and format of the official test.

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Why Choose Our Course?

  • Built around realistic CITB test practice to help you prepare with confidence
  • Includes a CITB mock test to mirror the real assessment experience
  • Fully mobile-friendly, so you can study on any device, anywhere
  • Completed online in just 90 minutes
  • Available 24/7, so you can learn whenever it suits you
  • No booking required – start straight away, at your own pace
  • Designed to support revision for the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test
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Information For Employers

Looking for a simple way to support your team with CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test preparation? Our online CITB test practice course makes it easy to get started. Purchase the required number of enrolments, complete a secure checkout, and quickly assign access to your staff.

 

Business customers can open an account to manage training for multiple employees in one place, making it easy to bulk purchase and provide access at scale. This helps your workforce revise effectively for the CITB mock test and improve readiness for the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test.

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FAQs

Is it hard to pass the CITB test?

Passing the test is very achievable with the right preparation, and most candidates do succeed.

 

Recent CITB data (2023 Annual Report) shows an overall pass rate of around 88%, meaning the vast majority of people pass at their first attempt.

 

How challenging it feels usually comes down to a few key factors:

  • How well you understand UK construction health and safety legislation
  • The amount of practice you do using revision questions and mock tests
  • Your ability to manage time and read questions carefully under exam conditions

 

For many new learners, short daily revision sessions (around 30 minutes for a couple of weeks) are often enough to build confidence and make the test feel very manageable.

Can I do a CITB health and safety test online?

The CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test itself cannot be completed from home. For the main Operatives, Managers, or Specialists tests, candidates are required to attend a physical test centre through Pearson VUE.

 

There is an important exception depending on the route you take. For entry-level requirements such as the CSCS Green Labourer Card, the Safe2Site Online CSCS Green Card Course allows you to complete the Health and Safety Awareness (HSA) entirely online, including the end assessment, without needing to attend a test centre. This route is recognised within the wider framework of the Construction Industry Training Board and the Construction Skills Certification Scheme

 

In short:

  • Full HS&E tests → must be taken in person at an approved centre
  • HSA eCourse (for specific cards) → can be completed online from home
How much does a CITB test cost?

The CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test is priced at £23.50 when you book it directly through the official test provider, however this is included if you have purchased our Safe2Site Premium full CSCS Green Card exam package.

Is a CITB test the same as a CSCS test?

They are often confused, but they’re not the same thing.

 

The CITB test refers to the actual assessment — the Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) exam. It’s a multiple-choice, touch-screen test designed to check your understanding of essential site safety standards.

 

The CSCS card is the outcome you receive once you’ve passed the required test (and met any other criteria). Issued by the Construction Skills Certification Scheme, it acts as proof that you’re qualified to work safely on a construction site.

 

In simple terms:

  • CITB test = the exam you take
  • CSCS card = the proof you get after passing
What happens if I fail my CITB test?

If you don’t achieve the required pass mark, you can take this preparation course to help you revise the key topics and build confidence before re-sitting the test.

How long does a CITB test last?
A CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test pass is valid for two years. If you’re using it to apply for or renew a CSCS card, it must have been completed within the last 24 months.

 

The test itself consists of 50 multiple-choice questions, and you are given 45 minutes to complete it.

What score do I need to pass the CITB test?

The Operatives HS&E test has a pass mark of 90%, which means you need to answer at least 45 out of 50 questions correctly to pass.

 

This preparation will help you get ready by covering the full range of test topics in a question-and-answer format, giving you a clear and structured way to revise before your assessment.

How many questions are on the CITB health and safety test?

The CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test is made up of 50 multiple-choice questions and takes 45 minutes to complete.

 

To pass, you must achieve a score of at least 90%, which means correctly answering 45 out of 50 questions.

 

Depending on whether you take the Operatives, Managers, or Specialists version, the questions are typically split across key areas such as:

  • Core knowledge covering general health, safety, welfare, environment, and high-risk site activities
  • Behavioural case studies (mainly in the Operatives test), where you respond to realistic on-site safety scenarios

 

This structure is designed to assess both your understanding of site safety rules and how you apply them in real working situations.

 
Is it just CITB I need before green CSCS?

To obtain a Green CSCS card, you’ll need to complete a Health and Safety Level 1 or equivalent awareness qualification, with the Safe2Site Online CSCS Course recognised as the Level 1 equivalent, in addition to the CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test.

Do I need to revise for a CITB test?

Yes — revision is essential. While some questions draw on general site awareness, the CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test also includes specific regulations and behavioural scenario-based questions used in real construction settings.

 

With only 45 minutes to complete 50 questions and a high pass requirement of 45 correct answers, being well-prepared makes a significant difference to your chances of success.