Maryland Asbestos exam UPDATED
ACTUAL QUESTIONS and CORRECT
Answers
The lean ratio of an extension ladder - CORRECT ANSWER - 4:1
According to AHERA, to complete a response action of a non-NESHAP size project, how many
samples must be taken with results of what? - CORRECT ANSWER - 5 samples taken
inside with results of each <0.0 f/cc
What are the notification requirements in Virginia? - CORRECT ANSWER - 20 calendar
days for any project greater than 10 sq feet or linear feet
In what jurisdiction do individuals need an asbestos supervisor or working linsense - CORRECT
ANSWER - Need a license everywhere
Type of bond that would ensure that the general contractor will compensate subcontractors for
labor and materials - CORRECT ANSWER - Performance Bond
Minimum respiratory protection on a class 1 asbestos project with no NEA - CORRECT
ANSWER - Full face air purifying respirator
What is the maximum content permitted in the work area where an air purifying respirator is
being worn? - CORRECT ANSWER - 23.5%
Chest XRays must be evaluated by what class reader? - CORRECT ANSWER - Class B
What is the APF for a full face air purifying respirator - CORRECT ANSWER - 50
, Friable ACM is any material that can be: - CORRECT ANSWER - Crushed, pulverized,
reduced to powder by hand pressure when dry
The OSHA permissible exposure limit is - CORRECT ANSWER - 0.1 f/cc over 8 hours
TWA
According to ASHERA, how many air samples must be taken for final clearance for NESHAP
size project? - CORRECT ANSWER - 13 samples (5 inside, 5 outside, 2 fields blanks ,
one sealed blank)TEM
Laboratories that perform PLM and TEM must be accredited by - CORRECT ANSWER -
National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program
AHERA is for - CORRECT ANSWER - Public schools K-12
What is the notification requirement for asbestos projects in DC - CORRECT ANSWER -
10 working days prior to start NESHAP size projects and any project over 18 square feet of
flooring. Building owner to notify tenants no less than 30 days prior to start of the project in
writing
What is a NESHAP sized project - CORRECT ANSWER - 160 square feet, 260 linear
feet, or 35 cubic feet
The competent person must inspect the work suits of the crew at least: - CORRECT
ANSWER - Once a shift
In Maryland, the asbestos project notification must be posted when and where? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Three days prior to any asbestos project, at all entrances and exits from the
work site.
NESHAP regulations provide definitions for - CORRECT ANSWER - Renovations,
Adequately Wet, and Demolitions
ACTUAL QUESTIONS and CORRECT
Answers
The lean ratio of an extension ladder - CORRECT ANSWER - 4:1
According to AHERA, to complete a response action of a non-NESHAP size project, how many
samples must be taken with results of what? - CORRECT ANSWER - 5 samples taken
inside with results of each <0.0 f/cc
What are the notification requirements in Virginia? - CORRECT ANSWER - 20 calendar
days for any project greater than 10 sq feet or linear feet
In what jurisdiction do individuals need an asbestos supervisor or working linsense - CORRECT
ANSWER - Need a license everywhere
Type of bond that would ensure that the general contractor will compensate subcontractors for
labor and materials - CORRECT ANSWER - Performance Bond
Minimum respiratory protection on a class 1 asbestos project with no NEA - CORRECT
ANSWER - Full face air purifying respirator
What is the maximum content permitted in the work area where an air purifying respirator is
being worn? - CORRECT ANSWER - 23.5%
Chest XRays must be evaluated by what class reader? - CORRECT ANSWER - Class B
What is the APF for a full face air purifying respirator - CORRECT ANSWER - 50
, Friable ACM is any material that can be: - CORRECT ANSWER - Crushed, pulverized,
reduced to powder by hand pressure when dry
The OSHA permissible exposure limit is - CORRECT ANSWER - 0.1 f/cc over 8 hours
TWA
According to ASHERA, how many air samples must be taken for final clearance for NESHAP
size project? - CORRECT ANSWER - 13 samples (5 inside, 5 outside, 2 fields blanks ,
one sealed blank)TEM
Laboratories that perform PLM and TEM must be accredited by - CORRECT ANSWER -
National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program
AHERA is for - CORRECT ANSWER - Public schools K-12
What is the notification requirement for asbestos projects in DC - CORRECT ANSWER -
10 working days prior to start NESHAP size projects and any project over 18 square feet of
flooring. Building owner to notify tenants no less than 30 days prior to start of the project in
writing
What is a NESHAP sized project - CORRECT ANSWER - 160 square feet, 260 linear
feet, or 35 cubic feet
The competent person must inspect the work suits of the crew at least: - CORRECT
ANSWER - Once a shift
In Maryland, the asbestos project notification must be posted when and where? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Three days prior to any asbestos project, at all entrances and exits from the
work site.
NESHAP regulations provide definitions for - CORRECT ANSWER - Renovations,
Adequately Wet, and Demolitions
