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List 3 violations for which penalty may be imposed - ans -no state CGP; no SWPPP;
SWPPP not available for review; SW BMPs or ESC measure improperly
installed/maintained; Incomplete, improper or missed inspections
What is the maximum penalty a locality can impose under the stormwater act? -
ans -32,500
How long must a locality VSMP authority hold on to a registration statement? -
ans -Documented and retained for at least 3 years from the date of project
completion or state permit termination
how often must DEQ conduct program reviews? - ans -DEQ is required to conduct
a program review once every 5 years
How frequently must a VSMP authority inspect construction site? - ans -
periodically
what are the two locations where the notice of coverage letter must be posted? -
ans -Main Construction entrance, general info section of SWPPP
What two options does the operator have for making the SWPPP available to the
public? - ans -Electronic or hard copy
What is the qualified personnel's inspection frequency for areas that have been
temporarily stabilized? - ans -once per month
What must be included in the SWPPP as general information - ans -Signed copy of
Registration Statement, copy of the notice of coverage letter, copy of the
construction general permit, narrative, legible site plan
How long does the contractor have to fix an erosion and sediment control
practice? - ans -as soon as practical, but no later than 7 days after discovery
, When must temp. stabilization be applied to bare areas that may not be at final
grade but will remain dormant for longer than 14 days? - ans -within 7 days
when must permanent or temporary soil stabilization be applied to bare areas
that are at final grade? - ans -within 7 days after final grade is reached.
What are the three requirements for concrete wash water? - ans -must be
directed into a leak proof container, container or basin cannot overflow,
hardened and liquid waste must be removed and properly disposed of.
Does the SWPPP have to contain control measure for support activity areas? - ans
-yes, if they are covered under the CGP.
How long must a VSMP authority keep inspection records? - ans -retained by the
VSMP authority for three years after permit termination
Examples of Infiltration BMPs - ans -permeable pavement, infiltration practices,
bioretention, dry swales
Define infiltration - ans -stormwater infiltrates into soil and filters out sediment
settling - ans -sediment settles out; decantering
vegetative uptake or filtering - ans -plants uptake the water leaving contaminants
Geotextile vs Filter Fabric - ans -Geotextile is a permeable material used to
increase soil/structural stability, provide erosion control, or aid in drainage. Filter
fabric is used to contain/filter small soil particles.
What is an N.O.T. - ans -Notice of termination
When must the operator submit an NOT? - ans -within 30 days of meeting one of
the following: final stabilization, responsibility transfer, permit coverage change,
for res construction, temp soil stabilization has been completed and the residence
has been transferred to the homeowner.
Preparation/SWM Exam Practice Exam With Complete
Questions And Correct Answers| Brand New Version!
List 3 violations for which penalty may be imposed - ans -no state CGP; no SWPPP;
SWPPP not available for review; SW BMPs or ESC measure improperly
installed/maintained; Incomplete, improper or missed inspections
What is the maximum penalty a locality can impose under the stormwater act? -
ans -32,500
How long must a locality VSMP authority hold on to a registration statement? -
ans -Documented and retained for at least 3 years from the date of project
completion or state permit termination
how often must DEQ conduct program reviews? - ans -DEQ is required to conduct
a program review once every 5 years
How frequently must a VSMP authority inspect construction site? - ans -
periodically
what are the two locations where the notice of coverage letter must be posted? -
ans -Main Construction entrance, general info section of SWPPP
What two options does the operator have for making the SWPPP available to the
public? - ans -Electronic or hard copy
What is the qualified personnel's inspection frequency for areas that have been
temporarily stabilized? - ans -once per month
What must be included in the SWPPP as general information - ans -Signed copy of
Registration Statement, copy of the notice of coverage letter, copy of the
construction general permit, narrative, legible site plan
How long does the contractor have to fix an erosion and sediment control
practice? - ans -as soon as practical, but no later than 7 days after discovery
, When must temp. stabilization be applied to bare areas that may not be at final
grade but will remain dormant for longer than 14 days? - ans -within 7 days
when must permanent or temporary soil stabilization be applied to bare areas
that are at final grade? - ans -within 7 days after final grade is reached.
What are the three requirements for concrete wash water? - ans -must be
directed into a leak proof container, container or basin cannot overflow,
hardened and liquid waste must be removed and properly disposed of.
Does the SWPPP have to contain control measure for support activity areas? - ans
-yes, if they are covered under the CGP.
How long must a VSMP authority keep inspection records? - ans -retained by the
VSMP authority for three years after permit termination
Examples of Infiltration BMPs - ans -permeable pavement, infiltration practices,
bioretention, dry swales
Define infiltration - ans -stormwater infiltrates into soil and filters out sediment
settling - ans -sediment settles out; decantering
vegetative uptake or filtering - ans -plants uptake the water leaving contaminants
Geotextile vs Filter Fabric - ans -Geotextile is a permeable material used to
increase soil/structural stability, provide erosion control, or aid in drainage. Filter
fabric is used to contain/filter small soil particles.
What is an N.O.T. - ans -Notice of termination
When must the operator submit an NOT? - ans -within 30 days of meeting one of
the following: final stabilization, responsibility transfer, permit coverage change,
for res construction, temp soil stabilization has been completed and the residence
has been transferred to the homeowner.
