CHMM Waste Management 5

Question 1

Under RCRA, which provision allows a state to administer its own hazardous waste program in lieu of the federal program?

Accepted Answer

State program authorization under RCRA Section 3006

Answer

RCRA Section 3006 allows states to receive authorization to implement their own hazardous waste programs if they are at least equivalent to and consistent with the federal RCRA program.

Question 2

What is the regulatory definition of a 'solid waste' under RCRA Subtitle C that is the starting point for hazardous waste determination?

Accepted Answer

Any garbage, refuse, sludge, or other discarded material

Answer

Under RCRA, 'solid waste' is broadly defined as any garbage, refuse, sludge, or other discarded material, including liquids and gases, regardless of physical state.

Question 3

A CHMM is assessing whether a spent solvent is a listed waste. The solvent was used for degreasing. Which F-code would apply to spent non-halogenated solvents like acetone?

Accepted Answer

F003

Answer

F003 is the RCRA listing for spent non-halogenated solvents including acetone, ethyl acetate, ethyl benzene, ethyl ether, methyl isobutyl ketone, n-butyl alcohol, cyclohexanone, and methanol.

Question 4

Which RCRA requirement mandates that TSD facilities maintain financial assurance to cover closure and post-closure care costs?

Accepted Answer

Financial assurance mechanism under 40 CFR Part 264/265 Subpart H

Answer

40 CFR Part 264/265 Subpart H requires TSD facilities to establish financial assurance mechanisms such as trust funds, letters of credit, or insurance to cover closure and post-closure costs.

Question 5

Under RCRA, the 'derived-from' rule states that:

Accepted Answer

Residues derived from treating, storing, or disposing of listed hazardous waste are also listed hazardous waste

Answer

The derived-from rule specifies that any solid waste generated from the treatment, storage, or disposal of a listed hazardous waste is also a listed hazardous waste.

CHMM - Certified Hazardous Materials Manager Practice Test

CHMM - Certified Hazardous Materials Manager Practice Test

CHMM Waste Management 5