CSLB Environmental Regulations and Compliance 2

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) on a California construction site?

Accepted Answer

To identify potential pollution sources and specify BMPs to prevent stormwater contamination

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To outline emergency procedures for worker injuries during wet weather

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To calculate the total volume of stormwater that will flow across the site

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To satisfy OSHA wet weather construction safety requirements

Question 2

Which federal regulation requires contractors to submit written notification before demolishing or renovating a building that may contain regulated asbestos?

Accepted Answer

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) — Asbestos Rule

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Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Section 6

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Clean Water Act National Pretreatment Standards

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Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subpart K

Question 3

Under EPA regulations, what lead concentration in paint defines 'lead-based paint,' triggering RRP Rule requirements?

Accepted Answer

0.5% lead by weight (5,000 ppm) or more

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0.06% lead by weight (600 ppm) or more

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1.5% lead by weight (15,000 ppm) or more

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2.0% lead by weight (20,000 ppm) or more

Question 4

When a contractor encounters suspected contaminated soil during excavation in California, what is the required FIRST response?

Accepted Answer

Stop work, secure the area, and notify the appropriate regulatory agency

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Continue excavating and collect soil samples for later laboratory analysis

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Mix contaminated soil with clean fill to dilute concentrations to acceptable levels

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Remove the soil immediately to a municipal landfill with hazardous material labeling

Question 5

California's Hazardous Materials Business Plan (HMBP) program requires submission when a business or contractor:

Accepted Answer

Stores hazardous materials at or above specified threshold quantities

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Uses any chemical product on a job site, regardless of quantity

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Operates exclusively in a designated industrial or commercial zone

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Employs more than 10 workers who handle chemical substances

Question 6

In the context of construction stormwater management, what does 'Best Management Practice' (BMP) refer to?

Accepted Answer

Techniques and controls used to prevent or reduce pollutant discharge from construction sites

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The most technologically advanced and expensive erosion control system available

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The federal minimum infrastructure requirements for construction site drainage

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Scheduling and budget methods contractors use to manage rainy-season work

Question 7

Under CERCLA (Superfund), a contractor who disposes of hazardous materials at a site that later requires cleanup can be held liable under what legal standard?

Accepted Answer

Strict liability — regardless of fault or the level of care the contractor exercised

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Negligence — only if failure to follow industry standard of care is proven in court

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Vicarious liability — only if the property owner was also found negligent

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Contractual liability — only if no indemnification clause was included in the contract