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Question 1

Which term describes the legal principle under CERCLA that holds parties responsible for contamination regardless of fault?

Accepted Answer

Strict liability

Answer

CERCLA imposes strict liability, meaning potentially responsible parties (PRPs) can be held liable for cleanup costs even if they acted without negligence or intent.

Question 2

What is the maximum storage time for hazardous waste at a Large Quantity Generator facility before it must be shipped off-site?

Accepted Answer

90 days

Answer

Large Quantity Generators (LQGs) must ship hazardous waste off-site within 90 days of the accumulation start date under RCRA regulations.

Question 3

Which type of hazardous waste disposal unit requires the most stringent RCRA design standards due to the risk of groundwater contamination?

Accepted Answer

Hazardous waste landfill

Answer

Hazardous waste landfills require double liners, leachate collection systems, groundwater monitoring, and closure/post-closure care under RCRA Subtitle C.

Question 4

Under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, what term refers to the written document providing detailed hazard information for chemicals?

Accepted Answer

Safety data sheet

Answer

A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) provides comprehensive hazard, handling, and emergency information for chemical substances under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

Question 5

Which RCRA unit type involves treating, storing, or disposing of hazardous waste in an impervious structure holding liquids?

Accepted Answer

Surface impoundment

Answer

A surface impoundment is a natural topographic depression, man-made excavation, or diked area used to treat, store, or dispose of hazardous liquid wastes.

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