CHMM Record Keeping and Reporting 5

Question 1

Which EPA regulation requires facilities to maintain a written Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan and associated records?

Accepted Answer

Clean Water Act 40 CFR Part 112

Answer

The SPCC rule under 40 CFR Part 112 of the Clean Water Act requires certain oil-storage facilities to prepare, implement, and maintain an SPCC Plan.

Question 2

A very small quantity generator (VSQG) generates between 1 and 100 kg of hazardous waste per month. What manifest requirement applies?

Accepted Answer

VSQGs are exempt from manifest requirements if waste is sent to a large quantity generator facility

Answer

VSQGs are exempt from the manifest requirement provided their waste is sent to a facility that is a LQG under the same ownership, or to a permitted/licensed treatment or disposal facility.

Question 3

Under TSCA Section 8(e), a manufacturer or importer who obtains information that a chemical substance presents a substantial risk of injury must report to EPA within how many days?

Accepted Answer

30 calendar days

Answer

TSCA Section 8(e) requires companies to report substantial risk information to EPA within 30 calendar days of obtaining such information.

Question 4

What is the key difference between a RCRA Biennial Report and an Exception Report?

Accepted Answer

The Biennial Report is a routine summary of waste activities; an Exception Report is filed when a manifest is not returned within the required timeframe

Answer

The Biennial Report is a scheduled summary of waste management activities, while an Exception Report is a corrective action document filed when manifest tracking breaks down.

Question 5

Under 49 CFR 172.700, how long must DOT hazmat training records be retained for a current employee?

Accepted Answer

Previous training period plus 90 days

Answer

DOT requires hazmat training records to be retained for the duration of employment plus 90 days after the employee leaves.

CHMM - Certified Hazardous Materials Manager Practice Test

CHMM - Certified Hazardous Materials Manager Practice Test

CHMM Record Keeping and Reporting 5