# CITB Op/Spec HS&E test

> Official CITB HS&E test preparation and simulation app. (iPhone/iPad app by CITB.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/citb-opspec-hs-and-e-test/id1456274821 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [CITB](https://appshunter.io/developer/859260870)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: $6.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 354 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.5 · 151 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-05-16
- Data updated: 2026-09-07
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/citb-opspec-hs-and-e-test/id1456274821/reviews.md

## What is CITB Op/Spec HS&E test?

*The official CITB HS&E test app for Operatives and Specialists*
 
The CITB Health, safety and environment (HS&E) operatives and specialists test app offers the only complete revision experience available. This app contains everything you need to know to book, prepare for - and sit the test
 
Key application features:
- Experience our most realistic test simulation yet, revise on the move using your smartphone or tablet
- Benefit from having the full suite of revision material on your mobile device – practise knowledge questions and learning content with the ability to navigate forwards, backwards and flag questions for review.
- Take a simulated test against the clock to measure how ready you really are and where further preparation is needed
- Use questions and answers and learning content in book mode- Search the content bank for keywords
- Sit a practice test covering your weakest areas
- Smart revision concentrates on unseen questions and those you have answered incorrectly, to minimise repetition and maximise learning
- Review your progress with a comprehensive breakdown of scores – look at individual questions to see which answers are correct, watch as your scores improve over time with practice
- Revise for your test, even if English isn't your first language – The app provides voice-overs for the CITB HS&E Operatives test in 14 different languages including Bulgarian, Polish and Lithuanian
- Share your score on Facebook and Twitter
- Find your closest HS&E test centres, when you are ready to book and take your test
 
New for this version:
- Content updated to reflect industry and legislation changes
- Addition of new learning content in book mode
- Updated test information
- New marking scheme
- Updated user interface
 
For more information around the changes to the test, visit www.citb.co.uk/hsetestdev

## Key features

- Realistic test simulation
- Full revision material on mobile
- Practice knowledge questions
- Simulated tests against the clock
- Smart revision for weak areas
- Progress tracking and score breakdown
- Multi-language voice-overs

## What do users think of CITB Op/Spec HS&E test?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great app
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Helpful for preparing for tests
- 🚀 Comprehensive content
- 👍 Useful mock tests
- 🚀 Effective learning tool
- 👍 Detailed and informative
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly
- 👍 Worth the money

**Cons**

- 🐛 Some inconsistencies in answers
- 🔧 Could use better organization of topics

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Occasional inconsistencies in question answers

**Most requested features**

- Provide explanations for answers
- Add more detailed glossary of terms

## Recent user reviews (10 of 354)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/citb-opspec-hs-and-e-test/id1456274821/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Good app

*2026-09-03, version 6.0.54*

Easy to use and good questions to practice from

### 5/5 — Construction worker

*2026-09-02, version 6.0.54*

Good for all

### 5/5 — Ion

*2026-09-01, version 6.0.54*

5

### 5/5 — Easy to use

*2026-08-24, version 6.0.54*

Very easy to use, categorize what type of questions you’d like to answer, sit problem questions tests and sit mock tests. Very good

### 5/5 — Worth every penny you spend on it

*2026-08-17, version 6.0.54*

I installed this app before 2 weeks of my operative test and today I passed the test in first attempt. This is really helpful app.

### 5/5 — Love the app

*2026-08-14, version 6.0.54*

Easy to follow, includes all categories

### 4/5 — Amadike

*2026-08-14, version 6.0.54*

Very educational

### 5/5 — Helpful

*2026-08-12, version 6.0.54*

Made everting simple and easy to use

### 5/5 — Very Useful app

*2026-08-11, version 6.0.54*

Very Useful app

### 4/5 — Very practical, worth the money

*2026-08-09, version 6.0.54*

Gives you practice MOCK tests so its like your doing the real thing, great revision

## Frequently asked questions about CITB Op/Spec HS&E test

### What does the CITB Op/Spec HS&E test app do?

This app provides a complete revision experience for the official CITB Health, Safety, and Environment (HS&E) test for Operatives and Specialists. It includes realistic test simulations, practice questions, learning content, and tools to help users prepare for and book their test.

### What are the key features of this revision app?

Key features include realistic test simulations, access to the full suite of revision material on your mobile device, practice questions with navigation, timed simulated tests, smart revision focusing on weak areas, progress tracking, and multi-language voice-overs for the Operatives test.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application is provided free of charge. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the description.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

The app is designed to be used on smartphones or tablets, allowing users to revise on the move. Specific operating system requirements are not detailed but it is available for mobile devices.

### How does this app help me prepare for the HS&E test?

The app offers a realistic test simulation to gauge your readiness and identify areas needing further preparation. Smart revision techniques focus on unseen and incorrectly answered questions to maximize learning efficiency. You can also practice against the clock and review your progress with detailed score breakdowns.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.0.54 — 2026-07-16

Minor update, to squash rarely encountered bugs.

### 6.0.53 — 2026-07-07

Introduced dark mode for late night revision

### 6.0.52 — 2026-01-08

Initial updates for 2026 and tweaks to UI/UX

### 6.0.51 — 2025-10-06

Additional minor iOS26-related updates and improvements

### 6.0.50 — 2025-09-15

Updated for iOS 26

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