Environmental Compliance Flashcards
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Under the Environmental Protection Act 1990, what is the primary duty of a site manager regarding waste?
Answer: Minimize waste generation and ensure proper disposal
The Environmental Protection Act 1990 imposes a duty of care on all those who handle waste to prevent unauthorized disposal and ensure lawful management.
Which document must accompany the transfer of hazardous waste from a construction site?
Answer: A consignment note
Hazardous waste must be accompanied by a consignment note that tracks its movement from the point of production to the disposal facility.
What is the minimum distance that a concrete washout area should typically be from a watercourse?
Answer: 10 meters
Best practice guidance recommends concrete washout areas be at least 10 meters from any watercourse to prevent alkaline runoff entering waterways.
When is an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) typically required for a construction project?
Answer: For projects likely to have significant effects on the environment
An EIA is required under the Town and Country Planning (EIA) Regulations for projects where significant environmental effects are likely.
Which of the following best describes 'controlled waste' in a construction context?
Answer: Household, industrial, and commercial waste subject to legal controls
Controlled waste includes household, industrial, and commercial waste and is subject to the duty of care requirements under the Environmental Protection Act 1990.
A spill of diesel fuel occurs near a drainage gully on site. What is the FIRST action the site manager should take?
Answer: Stop the source and contain the spill immediately
The first priority in any spill is to stop the source and contain it to prevent further spread, particularly toward drains or watercourses.
Which regulation specifically governs the storage of oil and fuel on construction sites in England?
Answer: The Control of Pollution (Oil Storage) Regulations 2001
The Control of Pollution (Oil Storage) Regulations 2001 set out requirements for secondary containment and storage of oils above 200 liters.