CESSWI Documentation and Reporting 2

Question 1

When an inspector discovers a previously undocumented discharge of sediment-laden water to a receiving stream, what is the FIRST documentation step?

Accepted Answer

Record the date, time, location, estimated volume, and visual characteristics of the discharge

Answer

Capturing the factual details of the incident (date, time, location, volume, and appearance) is the first step so all subsequent notifications and reports are based on accurate information.

Question 2

Which component of a SWPPP inspection report documents whether installed BMPs are functioning as designed?

Accepted Answer

BMP effectiveness assessment section

Answer

The BMP effectiveness assessment section specifically evaluates whether each installed control measure is performing its intended erosion or sediment control function.

Question 3

Under the EPA Construction General Permit, how many calendar days after a rainfall event ≥0.25 inches does the inspector have to complete and document a site inspection?

Accepted Answer

72 hours

Answer

The CGP requires post-storm inspections to be completed within 72 hours (3 calendar days) of the qualifying rainfall event.

Question 4

What does a 'Notice of Termination' (NOT) document in the context of stormwater permits?

Accepted Answer

Formal notification that construction is complete and permit coverage is no longer needed

Answer

A Notice of Termination is submitted to the permitting authority to formally end permit coverage once final stabilization has been achieved and all temporary BMPs have been removed.

Question 5

An inspector notes turbid stormwater leaving a site but cannot measure turbidity on-site. Which documentation approach is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Record a qualitative visual description using standard color/clarity descriptors

Answer

When quantitative measurement is not possible, inspectors should document qualitative visual observations using accepted descriptors (clear, light brown, chocolate brown, etc.) so that a record of conditions still exists.

(CESSWI) Certified Erosion, Sediment, and Storm Water Inspector Practice Test

(CESSWI) Certified Erosion, Sediment, and Storm Water Inspector Practice Test

CESSWI Documentation and Reporting 2