CEP Regulatory Framework & Compliance 2

Question 1

Under the Clean Water Act Section 404, which federal agency issues permits for the discharge of dredged or fill material into navigable waters?

Accepted Answer

Army Corps of Engineers

Answer

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers administers Section 404 permits for dredge and fill activities in waters of the United States.

Question 2

Which NEPA document is appropriate when a federal agency is uncertain whether a proposed action will have significant environmental impacts?

Accepted Answer

Environmental Assessment

Answer

An Environmental Assessment (EA) is prepared when the significance of potential impacts is uncertain and is used to determine whether an EIS is needed.

Question 3

The Endangered Species Act Section 7 consultation process applies to actions that are:

Accepted Answer

Authorized, funded, or carried out by federal agencies

Answer

Section 7 consultation is triggered when a federal nexus exists — any action authorized, funded, or carried out by a federal agency.

Question 4

What does the term 'ambient air quality standard' refer to under the Clean Air Act?

Accepted Answer

Concentration limits for pollutants in outdoor air to protect public health

Answer

National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) set maximum allowable concentrations of criteria pollutants in outdoor air to protect public health and welfare.

Question 5

Under RCRA, what distinguishes a 'hazardous waste' from a 'solid waste'?

Accepted Answer

Hazardous waste poses substantial threats to human health or the environment due to specific characteristics or listing

Answer

A hazardous waste is a subset of solid waste that is listed by EPA or exhibits ignitability, corrosivity, reactivity, or toxicity characteristics.

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CEP Regulatory Framework & Compliance 2