CPWM Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management 5

Question 1

Under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), which characteristic is NOT used to determine if a waste is classified as hazardous?

Accepted Answer

Radioactivity

Answer

RCRA defines hazardous waste by four characteristics: ignitability, corrosivity, reactivity, and toxicity — radioactivity is regulated under separate nuclear laws, not RCRA.

Question 2

A public works agency must conduct a formal bidding process for construction contracts exceeding what threshold under most state competitive bidding laws?

Accepted Answer

$10,000–$25,000 (varies by state)

Answer

Most states require formal competitive sealed bidding for public construction contracts exceeding thresholds typically ranging from $10,000 to $25,000, though exact amounts vary by jurisdiction.

Question 3

Which insurance coverage protects a public agency against claims of bodily injury or property damage caused by agency operations or employees?

Accepted Answer

Commercial general liability (CGL) insurance

Answer

Commercial general liability insurance covers third-party claims of bodily injury and property damage arising from the agency's operations, products, and completed work.

Question 4

When a public works project requires acquisition of private property, which constitutional provision mandates just compensation to property owners?

Accepted Answer

Fifth Amendment Takings Clause

Answer

The Fifth Amendment's Takings Clause prohibits the government from taking private property for public use without paying just compensation to the owner.

Question 5

A public agency's drug and alcohol testing program for safety-sensitive employees in transportation roles must comply with which federal regulation?

Accepted Answer

49 CFR Part 40 (DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing)

Answer

49 CFR Part 40 establishes DOT procedures for transportation workplace drug and alcohol testing programs, including those for CDL drivers in public works fleets.

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CPWM Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management 5