Environmental & Hazard Management Flashcards
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Which federal program requires building owners to disclose the presence of lead-based paint hazards before renovation work begins?
Answer: EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule
The EPA's RRP Rule requires certified renovators to disclose lead hazards and follow lead-safe work practices in pre-1978 buildings.
What is the primary environmental concern associated with improper disposal of refrigerant from HVAC-connected plumbing systems?
Answer: Ozone layer depletion and greenhouse gas emissions
Refrigerants such as CFCs and HCFCs deplete the ozone layer, while HFCs contribute to greenhouse gas emissions when released.
Under the Clean Water Act, which type of permit is required before discharging construction site stormwater into waterways?
Answer: NPDES permit
A National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit is required for stormwater discharges from construction sites under the Clean Water Act.
A plumber is working on a well system and notices diesel fuel contamination in the soil near the casing. What is the correct response?
Answer: Stop work and report to the state environmental agency
Petroleum contamination near a water supply well is a public health emergency requiring immediate reporting to the state environmental authority.
What is the purpose of a sewage ejector pit's vent pipe in relation to environmental safety?
Answer: To discharge sewer gases safely above the roofline away from occupied areas
The vent pipe routes toxic and flammable sewer gases above the roofline to safely disperse them away from building occupants.
Which practice is required to prevent thermal pollution when discharging heated condensate from a boiler system into a municipal sewer?
Answer: Cool the condensate to within acceptable temperature limits using a cooling device
Many municipalities require boiler condensate to be cooled to an acceptable temperature (often below 140°F) before discharge to prevent damage to sewer pipes and environmental harm.
When installing a new underground fuel oil tank for a boiler system, which environmental regulation primarily governs the installation?
Answer: EPA Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations under RCRA
Underground storage tanks containing petroleum products are regulated by EPA's UST program under RCRA, requiring proper installation, leak detection, and spill prevention.