CESSWI SWPPP and Plan Management 2

Question 1

Who is ultimately responsible for ensuring a SWPPP is properly implemented on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

The land owner or operator

Answer

Under NPDES permit requirements, the land owner or operator bears ultimate responsibility for SWPPP implementation and compliance.

Question 2

When must a SWPPP amendment be completed after a construction site boundary is expanded?

Accepted Answer

Before or concurrent with any land disturbance in the new area

Answer

The SWPPP must be amended prior to or concurrent with disturbing any newly added area so BMPs are planned before disturbance begins.

Question 3

Which section of a SWPPP typically documents the name and contact information of the qualified personnel responsible for inspections?

Accepted Answer

Personnel and training section

Answer

The personnel and training section of the SWPPP identifies responsible parties, their qualifications, and contact information for inspections.

Question 4

A SWPPP for a site disturbing 5 acres in a CGP state must be submitted to the regulatory agency before land disturbance begins. This statement is:

Accepted Answer

Generally false — the SWPPP is kept on site, not submitted unless requested

Answer

Under the EPA Construction General Permit, the SWPPP is prepared and kept on site; it is not submitted to EPA unless specifically requested during an inspection.

Question 5

A SWPPP log shows that a required BMP repair was identified but not completed within the required timeframe. This is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A permit violation that could trigger enforcement

Answer

Failure to complete required BMP repairs within the permit-specified timeframe constitutes a permit violation subject to enforcement action.

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CESSWI SWPPP and Plan Management 2