CSLB Environmental Regulations and Compliance

Question 1

Which California agency is primarily responsible for enforcing environmental regulations affecting contractors, including hazardous waste, air quality, and water quality programs?

Accepted Answer

California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA)

Answer

CalEPA oversees environmental protection in California, including hazardous waste, air quality, and water quality through its boards, departments, and offices.

Question 2

Under federal RCRA regulations, how must California contractors handle hazardous waste generated on job sites?

Accepted Answer

Use licensed hazardous waste haulers and approved disposal facilities

Answer

RCRA requires hazardous waste to be transported by licensed haulers to permitted treatment, storage, and disposal facilities under the cradle-to-grave management principle.

Question 3

A contractor discovers asbestos-containing materials (ACM) during a renovation project. What must the contractor do FIRST before any further work?

Accepted Answer

Stop work and notify the appropriate Air Quality Management District before disturbing the material

Answer

Federal NESHAP regulations require notifying the local air quality agency and stopping work before asbestos-containing materials are disturbed during renovation or demolition.

Question 4

California construction sites that disturb one or more acres must obtain which permit to legally address stormwater runoff?

Accepted Answer

National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Construction General Permit

Answer

The NPDES Construction General Permit is required for sites disturbing one or more acres and mandates implementation of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).

Question 5

The EPA's Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule primarily requires contractors working on pre-1978 residential buildings to:

Accepted Answer

Be certified in lead-safe work practices and follow specific containment and cleanup procedures

Answer

The RRP Rule requires contractors to be EPA-certified and use lead-safe work practices including containment, waste management, and thorough cleanup — not necessarily full removal.

CSLB - Contractors State License Board Practice Test

CSLB - Contractors State License Board Practice Test

CSLB Environmental Regulations and Compliance