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Question 1

Which document must accompany a shipment of hazardous waste from an automotive recycling facility to a treatment facility?

Accepted Answer

Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest

Answer

The Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest (EPA Form 8700-22) is required by RCRA to track hazardous waste from cradle to grave during transport.

Question 2

Airbags in end-of-life vehicles are classified under OSHA and industry standards as:

Accepted Answer

Explosive devices requiring special handling and documented disposal

Answer

Undeployed airbags contain explosive propellants and are regulated as explosive devices, requiring trained personnel for removal and proper documentation of deployment or disposal.

Question 3

What is the maximum storage time for hazardous waste at a large quantity generator (LQG) automotive recycling facility before it must be shipped?

Accepted Answer

90 days

Answer

LQGs may accumulate hazardous waste on-site for no more than 90 days without a storage permit under 40 CFR 262.17.

Question 4

Which PPE is specifically required when removing mercury switches from vehicle hoods or trunk lids?

Accepted Answer

Nitrile or neoprene gloves and eye protection

Answer

Mercury switch removal requires chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene) and eye protection to prevent skin and eye contact with liquid mercury.

Question 5

A facility stores 500 kg of hazardous waste on-site at any given time. This classifies it as a:

Accepted Answer

Small Quantity Generator (SQG)

Answer

Under 2016 RCRA reform rules, a Small Quantity Generator produces between 100 kg and 1,000 kg of hazardous waste per month and may store up to 6,000 kg on-site.

(CAR) Certified Automotive Recycler Practice Test

(CAR) Certified Automotive Recycler Practice Test

CAR Safety & Hazardous Material Handling 3