CPESC Latest update Questions and 100% Correct
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When does the SWPPP need to be completed? - ✔✔2.3.6.4
Prior to submitting the NOI.
When does the EPA's construction permit require inspections? - ✔✔Every 7 days, or within
24 hrs of a storm of 0.5 inches or move in depth.
What does CPESC stand for? - ✔✔Certified Professional in Erosion & Sediment Control
What are the two types of Storm Water Permits? - ✔✔2.2.1
1. General: provides umbrella coverage to a large number of applicants.
2. Individual: designed to fit the specific requirements of a particular applicant, facility, or
activity.
True/False: A site initially disturbing 1/2 acre, that is part of a 3.5 acre future development is
not required to obtain a permit for the 1/2 acre. - ✔✔2.1.1.8
False, If it as part of a larger plan of development >1 acre, a permit is required.
Name 3 of the 5 types of Phase I facilities under section 402 of the CWA as of 1987. -
✔✔2.1.1.2
-Facilities already covered by a permit
-Facilities that engage in industrial activity
-Large (>250K pop) MS4s
, -Medium (100K250K) MS4s
-Facilities that EPA admin deems "significant contributors" of pollutants to WOTUS
Who is responsible for applying for the Storm water permit for a construction site? -
✔✔2.3.1
The operator of the site, however a owner can apply if the operator has not been identified.
What is an NOI? - ✔✔2.2.4
"Notice of Intent" to be covered by a general permit in the state in which the facility is located.
List the 6 major phases of a SWPPP for construction activities? - ✔✔2.3.6
-Site Evaluation/design development (site plan)
-Assessment (site area/runoff calc)
-Control selection and plan design (BMPs)
-Certification/notification (NOI)
-Construction/implementation (install/maintenance)
-Final stabilization/termination (NOT)
What score do you need to pass each section of the test? - ✔✔70%
What is the deadline to stabilize a site that wont be redisturbed? - ✔✔2.3.6.3
14 days
What is the deadline to correct problems found during an inspection? - ✔✔2.3.6.5
As soon as possible but no later than 7 days.
Answers
When does the SWPPP need to be completed? - ✔✔2.3.6.4
Prior to submitting the NOI.
When does the EPA's construction permit require inspections? - ✔✔Every 7 days, or within
24 hrs of a storm of 0.5 inches or move in depth.
What does CPESC stand for? - ✔✔Certified Professional in Erosion & Sediment Control
What are the two types of Storm Water Permits? - ✔✔2.2.1
1. General: provides umbrella coverage to a large number of applicants.
2. Individual: designed to fit the specific requirements of a particular applicant, facility, or
activity.
True/False: A site initially disturbing 1/2 acre, that is part of a 3.5 acre future development is
not required to obtain a permit for the 1/2 acre. - ✔✔2.1.1.8
False, If it as part of a larger plan of development >1 acre, a permit is required.
Name 3 of the 5 types of Phase I facilities under section 402 of the CWA as of 1987. -
✔✔2.1.1.2
-Facilities already covered by a permit
-Facilities that engage in industrial activity
-Large (>250K pop) MS4s
, -Medium (100K250K) MS4s
-Facilities that EPA admin deems "significant contributors" of pollutants to WOTUS
Who is responsible for applying for the Storm water permit for a construction site? -
✔✔2.3.1
The operator of the site, however a owner can apply if the operator has not been identified.
What is an NOI? - ✔✔2.2.4
"Notice of Intent" to be covered by a general permit in the state in which the facility is located.
List the 6 major phases of a SWPPP for construction activities? - ✔✔2.3.6
-Site Evaluation/design development (site plan)
-Assessment (site area/runoff calc)
-Control selection and plan design (BMPs)
-Certification/notification (NOI)
-Construction/implementation (install/maintenance)
-Final stabilization/termination (NOT)
What score do you need to pass each section of the test? - ✔✔70%
What is the deadline to stabilize a site that wont be redisturbed? - ✔✔2.3.6.3
14 days
What is the deadline to correct problems found during an inspection? - ✔✔2.3.6.5
As soon as possible but no later than 7 days.
