AARC Hazardous Fluid & Material Management 3

Question 1

Which refrigerant recovery standard requires certified technicians and approved equipment when servicing automotive A/C systems?

Accepted Answer

EPA Section 609

Answer

EPA Section 609 of the Clean Air Act specifically regulates refrigerant handling in mobile air conditioning systems and requires technician certification.

Question 2

A Small Quantity Generator (SQG) of hazardous waste must begin off-site shipment within how many days of the accumulation start date?

Accepted Answer

270 days

Answer

SQGs (generating 100–1,000 kg/month) are allowed up to 270 days of on-site accumulation before mandatory off-site shipment under 40 CFR Part 262.

Question 3

What is the primary environmental concern with allowing power steering fluid to enter the storm drain system?

Accepted Answer

It contains petroleum hydrocarbons that can harm aquatic life and violate Clean Water Act limits

Answer

Power steering fluid is petroleum-based; its discharge to storm drains introduces hydrocarbons into waterways, harming aquatic ecosystems and violating NPDES permits.

Question 4

Which type of fire extinguisher is recommended for a Class B fire involving spilled automotive fluids such as gasoline or brake fluid?

Accepted Answer

Class B dry chemical or CO₂ extinguisher

Answer

Class B extinguishers (dry chemical or CO₂) are designed for flammable liquid fires; water extinguishers can spread burning liquids and worsen the fire.

Question 5

Under the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, which automotive recycling scenario most likely requires compliance measures?

Accepted Answer

Handling a vehicle involved in a serious accident with visible blood contamination

Answer

Vehicles from accidents may have bloodborne pathogen exposure risk; OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 requires exposure control plans, PPE, and training for such scenarios.

(AARC) Accredited Automotive Recycler Certification Practice Test

(AARC) Accredited Automotive Recycler Certification Practice Test

AARC Hazardous Fluid & Material Management 3