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Question 1

Which federal permit is required for construction sites that disturb one or more acres of land and discharge stormwater?

Accepted Answer

NPDES Construction General Permit (CGP)

Answer

The NPDES Construction General Permit, issued under the Clean Water Act, is required for stormwater discharges from construction sites disturbing one acre or more.

Question 2

A Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) must be prepared:

Accepted Answer

Before land disturbance begins

Answer

A SWPPP must be prepared and implemented before any land disturbance occurs to identify Best Management Practices (BMPs) that will prevent stormwater pollution.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a structural Best Management Practice (BMP) for erosion control?

Accepted Answer

Construction entrance with crushed stone

Answer

A stabilized construction entrance is a structural BMP that reduces tracking of mud onto public roads and helps prevent sediment from leaving the site.

Question 4

LEED certification for construction projects is administered by:

Accepted Answer

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)

Answer

LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a green building rating system developed and administered by the U.S. Green Building Council.

Question 5

Which LEED credit category specifically addresses reducing construction waste sent to landfills?

Accepted Answer

Materials and Resources — Construction and Demolition Waste Management

Answer

The Materials and Resources credit category includes Construction and Demolition Waste Management credits for diverting project waste from landfills through recycling and salvage.

(GCC) General Contracting Certification Practice Test

(GCC) General Contracting Certification Practice Test

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