CWEA CSM
CWEA CSM GRADE 1 & 2 - STUDY GUIDE EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
In order to accurately estimate the flow of a sanitary sewer
overflow (SSO) you must have: - correct answer Spill start time, spill
end time and spill rate
Providing a plan and schedule to properly manage, operate and
maintain all parts of the sanitary sewer system is the goal of a: -
correct answer A sewer system management plan (SSMP)
What are the basics elements of a safety program? - correct answer
Safety policy, statement, safety training, accident investigation
What factor must be considered when obtaining an easement
for construction and maintenance of a collection system? - correct
answer Access for equipment and personnel
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As the division manager you receive a request from your board
or council, and they want an immediate response. You do not
know all the answers you should: - correct answer Respond with the
information available and update them with more
If you were a supervisor of two lead workers, one whose work
was exceptionally good and a second whose work was
substandard, what should you do? - correct answer Discuss the
problem with the substandard foreman and offer to help before
any other action is taken
In selecting pipe material for maximum service life which factor
is more important? - correct answer Life expectancy of pipe
What affects the flow capacity of a sewer line? - correct answer Pipe
size, pipe, material, grade
When a grade conflict exists between a Water main and a sewer
main, which of the following is the best solution? - correct answer
Have the Water main adjusted and hold the grade on the sewer
main
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Why is the replacement of wastewater collection systems in
some downtown streets difficult? - correct answer Crowding of other
underground utilities.
Under what conditions must each member of the rescue service
practice permit space rescues? - correct answer At least once a year
in simulated situation using non-representative space
conditions
If the camera becomes wedged during a video inspection,
which of the following would be your first step in solving the
problem? - correct answer Attempt to free the camera with the tag
line.
Drawings which are considered "As Built" would be? - correct answer
Corrected construction drawings showing changes made in the
field installation.
Legally Responsible Officials are required to report category 1
sanitary sewer overflows: - correct answer Within 2 hrs.
Span & Control relates to the number of subordinates who can
be supervised effectively by one supervisor. At the top level of
organizations, what is this number? - correct answer 9 to 11
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What is the best approach to take when handling on-the-job
conflicts? - correct answer Communicate clearly without attacking
the other person or personalizing the conflict
What tools are used with a power rodder? - correct answer Spring
blades
Tools used for sewer rodding do not include the: - correct answer
Lag screw
What items would you consider when selecting a solution to
clear a stoppage in a sewer? - correct answer Cause of stoppage
The lowest point on the inside of a pipeline is called the: - correct
answer Invert
Emergency stoppages in pipelines may be cleared safely by use
of: - correct answer High velocity cleaners (HVC)
Based on new best practices of the common ground alliance for
marking underground utilities, the inquiry identification number
CWEA CSM GRADE 1 & 2 - STUDY GUIDE EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
In order to accurately estimate the flow of a sanitary sewer
overflow (SSO) you must have: - correct answer Spill start time, spill
end time and spill rate
Providing a plan and schedule to properly manage, operate and
maintain all parts of the sanitary sewer system is the goal of a: -
correct answer A sewer system management plan (SSMP)
What are the basics elements of a safety program? - correct answer
Safety policy, statement, safety training, accident investigation
What factor must be considered when obtaining an easement
for construction and maintenance of a collection system? - correct
answer Access for equipment and personnel
,CWEA CSM
As the division manager you receive a request from your board
or council, and they want an immediate response. You do not
know all the answers you should: - correct answer Respond with the
information available and update them with more
If you were a supervisor of two lead workers, one whose work
was exceptionally good and a second whose work was
substandard, what should you do? - correct answer Discuss the
problem with the substandard foreman and offer to help before
any other action is taken
In selecting pipe material for maximum service life which factor
is more important? - correct answer Life expectancy of pipe
What affects the flow capacity of a sewer line? - correct answer Pipe
size, pipe, material, grade
When a grade conflict exists between a Water main and a sewer
main, which of the following is the best solution? - correct answer
Have the Water main adjusted and hold the grade on the sewer
main
,CWEA CSM
Why is the replacement of wastewater collection systems in
some downtown streets difficult? - correct answer Crowding of other
underground utilities.
Under what conditions must each member of the rescue service
practice permit space rescues? - correct answer At least once a year
in simulated situation using non-representative space
conditions
If the camera becomes wedged during a video inspection,
which of the following would be your first step in solving the
problem? - correct answer Attempt to free the camera with the tag
line.
Drawings which are considered "As Built" would be? - correct answer
Corrected construction drawings showing changes made in the
field installation.
Legally Responsible Officials are required to report category 1
sanitary sewer overflows: - correct answer Within 2 hrs.
Span & Control relates to the number of subordinates who can
be supervised effectively by one supervisor. At the top level of
organizations, what is this number? - correct answer 9 to 11
, CWEA CSM
What is the best approach to take when handling on-the-job
conflicts? - correct answer Communicate clearly without attacking
the other person or personalizing the conflict
What tools are used with a power rodder? - correct answer Spring
blades
Tools used for sewer rodding do not include the: - correct answer
Lag screw
What items would you consider when selecting a solution to
clear a stoppage in a sewer? - correct answer Cause of stoppage
The lowest point on the inside of a pipeline is called the: - correct
answer Invert
Emergency stoppages in pipelines may be cleared safely by use
of: - correct answer High velocity cleaners (HVC)
Based on new best practices of the common ground alliance for
marking underground utilities, the inquiry identification number
