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Environmental Impact Considerations Flashcards

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  1. Which refrigerant classification has the LOWEST global warming potential (GWP) among modern HVAC alternatives?

    Answer: R-32

    R-32 has a GWP of approximately 675, significantly lower than R-410A (2088) or R-404A (3922).

  2. When installing solar panels on a rooftop, which environmental factor must be documented to comply with stormwater regulations?

    Answer: Changes to impervious surface runoff

    Adding panels can alter stormwater runoff patterns, which must be assessed under many local and federal stormwater management regulations.

  3. A certified installer discovers that an older building uses asbestos pipe insulation near the installation area. What is the correct first step?

    Answer: Stop work and notify the site supervisor or project owner

    Asbestos abatement must be performed by licensed professionals; installers must halt work and report the hazard per OSHA and EPA regulations.

  4. Which of the following best describes the purpose of an Environmental Management System (EMS)?

    Answer: A framework for managing an organization's environmental responsibilities

    An EMS, such as ISO 14001, provides a structured framework organizations use to monitor, control, and improve their environmental performance.

  5. What does the term 'embodied carbon' refer to in the context of building installations?

    Answer: Greenhouse gas emissions from manufacturing, transporting, and installing materials

    Embodied carbon encompasses all lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions associated with building materials from extraction through installation, excluding operational energy use.

  6. Which federal agency administers the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), which can affect installer handling of certain chemical products?

    Answer: EPA

    The EPA administers TSCA, which regulates the manufacture, import, processing, distribution, use, and disposal of chemical substances including many used in installations.

  7. During exterior LED lighting installation, which environmental consideration relates specifically to wildlife protection?

    Answer: Reducing light pollution through shielding and appropriate color temperature

    Properly shielded fixtures and warm color temperatures (below 3000K) reduce light pollution that disrupts nocturnal wildlife behavior and migratory bird patterns.