C2 Industry Regulations 3

Question 1

Under EPA Section 608, technicians who purchase refrigerants in containers greater than 2 pounds must hold which credential?

Accepted Answer

EPA 608 certification

Answer

EPA Section 608 requires technicians who buy or handle refrigerants in containers larger than 2 pounds to be certified under the Section 608 technician certification program.

Question 2

Which EPA regulation requires contractors to follow safe work practices when disturbing lead-based paint in pre-1978 homes?

Accepted Answer

Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule

Answer

The EPA's Lead RRP Rule requires certified renovators to use lead-safe work practices when disturbing painted surfaces in pre-1978 target housing and child-occupied facilities.

Question 3

The National Electrical Code (NEC) is published by which organization and is adopted by most U.S. jurisdictions as the baseline for electrical installations?

Accepted Answer

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

Answer

The NEC (NFPA 70) is developed and published by the National Fire Protection Association and serves as the standard for electrical wiring and equipment installation in most U.S. jurisdictions.

Question 4

Contractors disturbing asbestos-containing materials (ACM) above regulated quantities on commercial demolition or renovation projects must comply with which EPA standard?

Accepted Answer

NESHAP (National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants)

Answer

The EPA's NESHAP asbestos regulations (40 CFR Part 61, Subpart M) require notification, proper work practices, and disposal procedures when disturbing regulated quantities of ACM during demolition or renovation.

Question 5

Under which federal law are contractors who work on pre-1978 residential properties required to distribute the 'Renovate Right' pamphlet to homeowners?

Accepted Answer

Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)

Answer

TSCA Title IV authorizes the EPA's lead-based paint renovation regulations, which require the distribution of the EPA's 'Renovate Right' pamphlet before renovation activities in pre-1978 homes.

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C2 Industry Regulations 3