Environmental Safety and Regulatory Compliance Flashcards
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What does an ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) certification demonstrate about an organization?
Answer: A systematic framework for managing and continuously improving environmental performance
ISO 14001 certifies that an organization has implemented a structured EMS with policies, objectives, and processes to manage environmental impacts and drive continuous improvement.
What is the maximum storage quantity that classifies a facility as a 'Very Small Quantity Generator' (VSQG) of hazardous waste under EPA regulations?
Answer: Less than 100 kg per month
Under EPA's Hazardous Waste Generator Improvements Rule, VSQGs generate 100 kg or less of hazardous waste per month and have the fewest regulatory obligations.
Which environmental law regulates the manufacture, importation, processing, and distribution of chemical substances in the U.S.?
Answer: TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act)
TSCA gives the EPA authority to regulate new and existing chemical substances and mixtures to prevent unreasonable risks to health and the environment.
What concept does 'pollution prevention' prioritize over end-of-pipe treatment?
Answer: Eliminating or reducing pollution at the source before it is created
Pollution prevention (P2) emphasizes source reduction — redesigning processes and products to eliminate waste generation — which is more effective and cost-efficient than treatment.
Which agency enforces the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), including regulations for underground injection of hazardous wastes?
Answer: EPA
The EPA administers the SDWA and the Underground Injection Control (UIC) program, which regulates the injection of fluids underground to protect drinking water sources.
In ISO 14001, what does the 'Plan-Do-Check-Act' (PDCA) cycle represent within an Environmental Management System?
Answer: A continuous improvement framework: plan objectives, implement controls, monitor performance, and take corrective action
The PDCA cycle drives continual improvement in ISO 14001 by iteratively planning environmental objectives, implementing programs, checking performance against targets, and acting on findings.