CPWM Hazardous Waste Management 2

Question 1

Under RCRA, what is the maximum accumulation time for large quantity generators (LQGs) before hazardous waste must be shipped offsite?

Accepted Answer

90 days

Answer

30 days

Answer

180 days

Answer

270 days

Question 2

Which EPA form is used to track hazardous waste shipments from generator to disposal facility?

Accepted Answer

Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest

Answer

EPA Form 8700-12

Answer

EPA Form 7520-1

Answer

CERCLA Notification Form

Question 3

What characteristic defines a hazardous waste as 'reactive' under 40 CFR Part 261?

Accepted Answer

Tendency to explode or release toxic gases when exposed to water or pressure

Answer

pH below 2 or above 12.5

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Flash point below 60°C

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Leaching toxic metals above regulatory thresholds

Question 4

A facility generates 150 kg of hazardous waste per month. Under the 2016 Generator Improvements Rule, how is it classified?

Accepted Answer

Small Quantity Generator (SQG)

Answer

Very Small Quantity Generator (VSQG)

Answer

Large Quantity Generator (LQG)

Answer

Conditionally Exempt Small Quantity Generator (CESQG)

Question 5

Which section of RCRA establishes the 'cradle-to-grave' hazardous waste management system?

Accepted Answer

Subtitle C

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Subtitle D

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Subtitle F

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Subtitle I

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of a Waste Minimization Program under RCRA?

Accepted Answer

Reducing the volume or toxicity of hazardous waste generated at the source

Answer

Reducing liability under CERCLA

Answer

Lowering TSDF permit fees

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Eliminating the manifest requirement for small shipments

Question 7

Which federal law requires notification to the National Response Center when a hazardous substance release exceeds its Reportable Quantity (RQ)?

Accepted Answer

CERCLA

Answer

RCRA

Answer

EPCRA Section 302

Answer

Clean Water Act Section 311