Health Inspector Environmental Health & Regulations

Question 1

Which federal agency is primarily responsible for enforcing environmental laws in the U.S.?

Accepted Answer

EPA

Answer

CDC

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FDA

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USDA

Question 2

Which act regulates the quality of drinking water in the U.S.?

Accepted Answer

Safe Drinking Water Act

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Clean Water Act

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Safe Water Use Act

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Water Safety Act

Question 3

What is the primary concern with improper hazardous waste disposal?

Accepted Answer

Environmental contamination

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Increased recycling

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Air purification

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Soil enrichment

Question 4

Which of the following is considered a vector in public health?

Accepted Answer

Mosquito

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Dust

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Plastic

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Carbon dioxide

Question 5

What type of pollution is caused by excessive use of fertilizers in agriculture?

Accepted Answer

Nutrient pollution

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Thermal pollution

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Air pollution

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Radiation

Question 6

Which law governs the cleanup of hazardous waste sites?

Accepted Answer

CERCLA

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RCRA

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Clean Water Act

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TSCA

Question 7

Which of the following is a common indoor air pollutant?

Accepted Answer

Mold

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Ozone

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Sulfur dioxide

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Nitrogen oxide

Question 8

What does the Clean Air Act primarily regulate?

Accepted Answer

Air emissions

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Drinking water quality

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Sewage systems

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Noise pollution

Question 9

Which document outlines procedures for handling hazardous chemicals in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Answer

EPA Compliance File

Answer

Safety Response Log

Answer

Hazmat Record