CCO CCO Environmental Regulations & Air Quality 3

Question 1

Which of the following best describes 'opacity' in the context of crematory emissions monitoring?

Accepted Answer

The visual darkness or density of smoke exiting the stack

Answer

Opacity refers to the degree to which smoke or emissions block light, used as a visible indicator of particulate emissions compliance.

Question 2

Under which environmental law are crematories required to manage and report releases of hazardous substances above reportable quantities?

Accepted Answer

CERCLA/SARA (Superfund)

Answer

CERCLA/SARA requires facilities to report releases of hazardous substances above reportable quantities to the National Response Center.

Question 3

What type of environmental review may be required before constructing a new crematory facility?

Accepted Answer

NEPA Environmental Impact Assessment

Answer

New crematory facilities may require an environmental impact assessment under NEPA or state equivalents before construction permits are issued.

Question 4

Which practice helps crematories minimize mercury emissions from dental amalgam?

Accepted Answer

Pre-cremation removal of dental amalgam where possible

Answer

Where legally and ethically possible, pre-cremation removal or documentation of dental amalgam reduces mercury released during cremation.

Question 5

Storm water runoff from a crematory facility parking lot may require a permit under which program?

Accepted Answer

NPDES (National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System)

Answer

The NPDES program regulates storm water discharges from industrial facilities, including crematories, to prevent water pollution.

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