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1Which case established the neighbour principle?
A.Donoghue v Stevenson
B.Caparo v Dickman
C.Blyth v Birmingham
D.Wagon Mound
Explanation: Established duty of care.
2What does the Caparo test add to duty of care?
A.Proximity
B.Foreseeability
C.Fair, just and reasonable
D.Strict liability
Explanation: Adds policy element.
3Which test is used for factual causation?
A.Wagon Mound
B.But-for test
C.Caparo test
D.Bolam test
Explanation: Determines if breach caused loss.
4Which case is the leading authority on remoteness?
A.Wagon Mound
B.Barnett v Chelsea
C.Hughes v Lord Advocate
D.Smith v Leech Brain
Explanation: Established reasonable foreseeability of damage type.
5What is the 'thin skull' rule?
A.Take victim as you find them
B.Must foresee exact injury
C.No liability for pre-existing
D.Contributory negligence
Explanation: Defendant is liable for full extent of harm.
6Under HASWA 1974, duty of employer is:
A.Absolute
B.As far as reasonably practicable
C.Strict
D.Contractual only
Explanation: Section 2 requires SFAIRP.
7Which defines standard of care for professionals?
A.Bolam test
B.Caparo test
C.But-for test
D.Wagon Mound
Explanation: Standard of ordinary skilled man.
8Res ipsa loquitur means:
A.Let the buyer beware
B.The thing speaks for itself
C.No win no fee
D.Beyond reasonable doubt
Explanation: Shifts burden of proof.
9Vicarious liability requires:
A.Employer negligence
B.Course of employment
C.Strict liability
D.Independent contractor
Explanation: Must be committed in course of employment.
10Which act governs liability to lawful visitors?
A.Occupiers Liability Act 1957
B.Occupiers Liability Act 1984
C.HASWA 1974
D.Consumer Protection Act 1987
Explanation: 1957 Act covers lawful visitors.

About the CILA CH4 Exam

CILA Certificate CH4 Handling Claims for Specific Losses (Option 2 — Liability) is the optional 'liability specific losses' paper of the CILA Certificate in Insurance Claims Handling. It covers tort and contract principles, negligence, employers' liability and statutory duties, public and products liability, claims investigation and civil procedure, and quantification of damages and reserving. The live exam is 45 scenario-based MCQs in 90 minutes via Pearson VUE.

Assessment

Computer-based multiple-choice examination including scenario-based items. CH4 is the 'Option 2 — Liability' optional paper for the CILA Certificate; candidates take it alongside CH1 and CH2 (or take CH3 — Option 1 General — instead). Official exams are delivered by Pearson VUE at a test centre or via OnVUE online proctoring.

Time Limit

90 minutes for 45 multiple-choice questions (scenario-based)

Passing Score

Pass mark varies slightly by paper weighting and is no higher than 75% (CILA Certificate Handbook).

Exam Fee

£360 per Certificate exam entry via Pearson VUE (confirm current fee when booking). Resits are charged again at the then-current rate. CILA membership is required to register and attain the qualification. (Chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters (CILA))

CILA CH4 Exam Content Outline

20%

Law of Tort and Contract Principles

Negligence elements, key cases (Donoghue, Caparo, Wagon Mound, Bolam, Bolitho), defences and novus actus.

20%

Employers' Liability and Statutory Duties

HASWA, MHSWR, PUWER, COSHH, MHOR, WAHR, RIDDOR, HSE, EL compulsory insurance and sub-contractor status.

15%

Public and Products Liability

OLA 1957/1984, Defective Premises Act 1972, CPA 1987 strict liability, PL/products policy cover and exclusions.

20%

Liability Claims Investigation and Civil Procedure

Burden of proof, site inspection, witness statements, limitation, Claims Portal, CPR tracks, Part 36, QOCS and fundamental dishonesty.

15%

Quantification of Damages and Reserving

General and special damages, JC Guidelines, Ogden multipliers, discount rate, CRU and reserving practice.

10%

EL/PL Policy Operation and Coverage Triggers

Loss-occurring vs claims-made, EL certificates, subrogation, ex gratia and without prejudice negotiations.

How to Pass the CILA CH4 Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Pass mark varies slightly by paper weighting and is no higher than 75% (CILA Certificate Handbook).
  • Assessment: Computer-based multiple-choice examination including scenario-based items. CH4 is the 'Option 2 — Liability' optional paper for the CILA Certificate; candidates take it alongside CH1 and CH2 (or take CH3 — Option 1 General — instead). Official exams are delivered by Pearson VUE at a test centre or via OnVUE online proctoring.
  • Time limit: 90 minutes for 45 multiple-choice questions (scenario-based)
  • Exam fee: £360 per Certificate exam entry via Pearson VUE (confirm current fee when booking). Resits are charged again at the then-current rate. CILA membership is required to register and attain the qualification.

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

CILA CH4 Study Tips from Top Performers

1Learn the leading tort cases by name and ratio (Donoghue v Stevenson, Caparo v Dickman, Wagon Mound, Bolam, Bolitho, Fairchild, Gregg v Scott) — CH4 frequently tests case-to-principle mapping.
2Separate the EL statutory framework (HASWA 1974, MHSWR 1999, PUWER 1998, COSHH, MHOR 1992, WAHR 2005, RIDDOR) from the EL insurance framework (EL (Compulsory Insurance) Act 1969, £5m minimum limit, certificate display); the exam blends both.
3Practise the multiplicand x Ogden multiplier calculation and the CRU benefit-recovery sequence end-to-end, including which heads of loss are deductible.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CILA Certificate CH4 and who is it for?

CH4 Handling Claims for Specific Losses (Option 2 — Liability) is the optional 'liability specific losses' paper of the CILA Certificate in Insurance Claims Handling. It is aimed at claims handlers and loss adjusters dealing with personal injury and property damage liability claims, and is taken alongside CH1 and CH2 to attain the Certificate membership grade. CH3 (Option 1 — General) is the alternative optional paper.

How many questions are on the live CILA CH4 exam and how long do I get?

The official CH4 exam is 45 scenario-based multiple-choice questions in 90 minutes, sat via Pearson VUE at a test centre or through OnVUE online proctoring. This free practice bank has 100 questions for extra syllabus coverage and revision.

What is the CILA CH4 pass mark and fee?

CILA states the pass mark varies slightly with question weighting and is no higher than 75%. Exam entry for CH4 costs £360 via Pearson VUE (confirm the current fee when booking). CILA membership is required to sit and attain the qualification.

Should I take CH4 or CH3?

CH4 covers liability-specific losses (tort, EL/PL, products, damages quantification). CH3 covers general specific losses (property damage, business interruption, catastrophe, alternative accommodation). Choose the option that best matches your day-to-day claims role; both satisfy the optional-paper requirement for the Certificate.