CIPS L3M6 Practice Exams
Last updated on Oct 21,2026- Exam Code: L3M6
- Exam Name: Socially Responsible Warehousing and Distribution
- Certification Provider: CIPS
- Latest update: Oct 21,2026
__________ costs of environmental damage caused by logistics include the impact on public health.
- A . Ecological
- B . Economic
- C . Social
C
Explanation:
Social costs (C) encompass impacts on public health (e.g., air pollution from logistics affecting communities), per the CIPS L3M6 syllabus. Ecological costs (A) target ecosystems, and economic costs (B) focus on finances. CSR monitoring addresses social costs to ensure ethical supply chain practices.
Reference: CIPS L3M6, LO4 C Understand methods to monitor Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in procurement and supply.
The system by which organizations are directed and controlled is known as what?
- A . Collaborative Governance
- B . Combined Governance
- C . Communal Governance
- D . Corporate Governance
D
Explanation:
Corporate Governance is the system of rules, policies, and practices by which organizations are directed and controlled. It ensures accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct, supporting CSR and sustainability. The CIPS L3M6 module defines it as foundational to responsible business management.
Reference: CIPS L3M6 Study Guide, Section on Corporate Governance.
Major areas of focus are gender, race and ethnicity, culture, ability, sexual orientation, age, and socio-economic status.
- A . TRUE
- B . FALSE
A
Explanation:
These areas―gender, race and ethnicity, culture, ability, sexual orientation, age, and socio-economic status―are critical aspects of diversity and inclusion, which are integral to CSR and social sustainability. The CIPS L3M6 module highlights these as focal points for organizations to ensure equitable practices and address social responsibilities effectively.
Reference: CIPS L3M6 Study Guide, Section on Diversity and Social Sustainability.
The _____ runs the global disclosure system that enables organizations, cities, states, and regions to
measure and manage their environmental impacts.
- A . Carbon Disclosure Programme
- B . Carbon Disclosure Project
- C . Company Disclosure Programme
- D . Company Disclosure Project
B
Explanation:
The Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) is the organization that operates a global disclosure system, allowing entities to report and manage their environmental impacts, particularly in areas like carbon emissions, water usage, and deforestation. The CIPS L3M6 module identifies the CDP as a critical tool for transparency and accountability in sustainability efforts, widely used by businesses and public sector organizations.
Reference: CIPS L3M6 Study Guide, Section on CDP and Environmental Disclosure.
Sustainable procurement is based on the principle that socially responsible products and services are not only good for the environment but are also essential for long-term profitability, especially as consumers are increasingly demanding socially responsible products.
- A . TRUE
- B . FALSE
A
Explanation:
Sustainable procurement prioritizes socially and environmentally responsible products, benefiting the environment while supporting long-term profitability through consumer demand and risk reduction. The CIPS L3M6 module emphasizes this dual advantage, noting the growing trend of consumer preference for ethical products.
Reference: CIPS L3M6 Study Guide, Section on Principles of Sustainable Procurement.
Sound is typically described in terms of the loudness and the pitch of the wave.
Loudness is measured in units known as what?
- A . Decibels
- B . Decimals
- C . Dibbles
- D . Doubles
A
Explanation:
Loudness is measured in decibels (dB), a logarithmic unit reflecting sound intensity. The CIPS L3M6 module uses this in LO2 to assess noise pollution―e.g., 85 dB is a workplace safety limit. Other options are incorrect (decimals are numbers, dibbles/doubles are fictitious), making “decibels” the standard term.
Reference: CIPS L3M6 Study Guide, LO2 C Noise Measurement, Section on Decibels.
Which group of influencers uses publicity campaigns and social media to raise awareness of poor environmental practices while also lobbying businesses directly?
- A . Activists
- B . Consumers
- C . Governments
A
Explanation:
Activists (A) employ campaigns and lobbying to highlight environmental issues, per the CIPS L3M6 syllabus. Consumers (B) act through purchasing, and governments (C) through policy. Activists shape CSR via public pressure.
Reference: CIPS L3M6, LO4 C Understand methods to monitor Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in procurement and supply.
Which of the following warehouse and store impacts on the environment would you be considering with the importance of the site (e.g., World Heritage) and where and when the viewer is impacted (e.g., at home, at leisure, or when commuting or working), and the frequency of exposure?
- A . Accidents/risks
- B . Land take
- C . Noise pollution
- D . Vibration
- E . Visual intrusion
E
Explanation:
Visual intrusion (E) relates to the aesthetic and perceptual impact of warehouses on viewers,
considering site significance and exposure frequency, as per the CIPS L3M6 syllabus. Other options― accidents/risks (A), land take (B), noise pollution (C), and vibration (D)―don’t align with this focus. CSR monitoring addresses visual impacts on communities.
Reference: CIPS L3M6, LO4 C Understand methods to monitor Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in procurement and supply.
It is not the employer’s responsibility to keep the work environment free from hazards and provide training and personal protective equipment to employees where appropriate.
- A . TRUE
- B . FALSE
B
Explanation:
It is the employer’s legal duty (e.g., under UK HSWA 1974) to ensure a hazard-free workplace, provide training, and supply PPE. The CIPS L3M6 module ties this to LO2―environmental hazards
(e.g., noise, vibrations) fall under employer responsibility, making the statement false.
Reference: CIPS L3M6 Study Guide, LO2 C Employer Duties, Section on Safety Obligations.
Excessive use of natural resources would not indicate a lack of or disregard for CSR and wouldn’t damage the organization’s reputation.
- A . TRUE
- B . FALSE
B
Explanation:
Excessive use of natural resources directly contradicts CSR principles, particularly those related to environmental sustainability (e.g., UN Global Compact Principles 7-9). It indicates a disregard for long-term ecological balance and can severely damage an organization’s reputation, as stakeholders increasingly demand environmentally responsible practices. The CIPS L3M6 module emphasizes that resource overuse is a key indicator of poor CSR performance.
Reference: CIPS L3M6 Study Guide, Section on CSR and Environmental Responsibility.