CPWM Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management 3

Question 1

Under the Safe Drinking Water Act, which rule establishes maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for disinfection byproducts in public water systems?

Accepted Answer

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule (DBP2)

Answer

The Stage 2 DBP Rule sets locational running annual average MCLs for total trihalomethanes and haloacetic acids in distribution systems.

Question 2

A contractor working on a federally funded public works project must comply with prevailing wage requirements under which federal law?

Accepted Answer

Davis-Bacon Act

Answer

The Davis-Bacon Act requires payment of locally prevailing wages and fringe benefits to workers on federally funded construction projects over $2,000.

Question 3

Which OSHA standard requires employers to develop a written plan for entering confined spaces such as manholes and underground vaults?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1910.146 – Permit-Required Confined Spaces

Answer

29 CFR 1910.146 requires employers to develop and implement a written permit-required confined space program when workers must enter spaces with hazardous atmospheres or engulfment potential.

Question 4

In the context of public works risk management, what does a Corrective Action Plan (CAP) primarily address?

Accepted Answer

Identified deficiencies or regulatory violations requiring remediation

Answer

A Corrective Action Plan outlines specific steps, timelines, and responsible parties to remedy identified deficiencies, audit findings, or regulatory noncompliance.

Question 5

Which federal agency oversees the Underground Injection Control (UIC) program that protects underground sources of drinking water?

Accepted Answer

EPA

Answer

The EPA administers the Underground Injection Control program under the Safe Drinking Water Act to prevent contamination of underground drinking water sources.

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CPWM Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management 3