CPWM Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management 2

Question 1

Under the Clean Water Act, which permit program regulates discharges of pollutants from municipal separate storm sewer systems (MS4s)?

Accepted Answer

NPDES Phase I/II

Answer

The NPDES (National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System) Phase I and Phase II programs regulate stormwater discharges from MS4s under the Clean Water Act.

Question 2

Which federal act requires public agencies to provide reasonable accommodations in public facilities and programs for individuals with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Answer

The ADA requires public agencies to ensure their programs, services, and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities.

Question 3

A public works department discovers asbestos-containing materials during a road project. What is the FIRST required action?

Accepted Answer

Conduct an asbestos survey and notify appropriate agencies

Answer

Federal NESHAP regulations require conducting a thorough asbestos survey and notifying regulatory agencies before any demolition or renovation disturbing asbestos-containing materials.

Question 4

Which risk management concept involves transferring financial risk to a third party through contractual provisions?

Accepted Answer

Risk transfer

Answer

Risk transfer shifts financial liability to another party, commonly through insurance requirements or indemnification clauses in contracts.

Question 5

Under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom), employees must have access to what documents for hazardous chemicals in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) or Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Answer

HazCom requires employers to maintain Safety Data Sheets (formerly MSDS) for all hazardous chemicals and make them readily accessible to employees.

(CPWM) Certified Public Works Manager Practice Test

(CPWM) Certified Public Works Manager Practice Test

CPWM Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management 2