CEA Noise & Radiation Pollution Control Flashcards
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What U.S. federal agency is primarily responsible for establishing noise emission standards under the Noise Control Act of 1972?
Answer: EPA
The EPA was designated the lead federal agency for setting noise emission standards under the Noise Control Act of 1972.
Which unit is used to measure sound pressure level in environmental noise assessments?
Answer: Decibel (dB)
Decibels (dB) are the standard unit for measuring sound pressure level in environmental noise assessments.
What is the OSHA permissible exposure limit (PEL) for noise in the workplace over an 8-hour day?
Answer: 90 dBA
OSHA's PEL for occupational noise exposure is 90 dBA as an 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA).
Which type of radiation is classified as ionizing and poses the greatest concern for environmental auditors near nuclear facilities?
Answer: Gamma radiation
Gamma radiation is a high-energy ionizing radiation of greatest concern near nuclear facilities due to its penetrating power.
What instrument is used to measure ambient noise levels during an environmental audit?
Answer: Sound level meter
A sound level meter is the standard instrument used to measure ambient noise levels during environmental noise audits.
Which federal regulation governs the management and disposal of low-level radioactive waste in the U.S.?
Answer: Low-Level Radioactive Waste Policy Act
The Low-Level Radioactive Waste Policy Act assigns states responsibility for the disposal of low-level radioactive waste generated within their borders.