CSST-CALIFORNIA CSST EXAM VERSIONS
OF THE EXAM WITH QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE
What is mesothelioma? - ANSWER-Cancer that arises from the mesothelial
cells of the pleura is caused by asbestos fibers
What is Asbestosis - ANSWER-Asbestosis is a condition developed in the lungs
as a result of inhalation of asbestosis fibers.
What is Title 8 CCR 5208 and 29 CFR 1910.1001? - ANSWER-General Industry
What is plenum space? - ANSWER-An enclosed space that is used for airflow.
Example: the area above a drop ceiling.
,What is fibrosis? - ANSWER-formation of scar tissue in the lungs
What is AHERA? - ANSWER-Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act
What is the dose-response relationship with asbestos and cancer? - ANSWER-
The correlation between exposure to asbestos and disease (i.e. cumulative
effect of high exposure and short duration or chronic exposure over longer
duration)
What is the most common asbestos related disease? - ANSWER-Asbestosis
What can a B-reader do? - ANSWER-Interpret Chest X-rays
What type of encapsulation forms a "hard shell" or membrane over the
surface? - ANSWER-Bridging encapsulation
What type encapsulation does not leave a discreet surface layer? - ANSWER-
Penetrating encapsulation
Bridging Encapsulant - ANSWER-The type of encapsulation that forms a hard
shell on the outside of asbestos-containing material is called a (n):
(ex. If used on soil it would form a hard layer over the soil that would break if
disturbed)
Penetrating Encapsulant - ANSWER-The type of encapsulant that is absorbed
into the asbestos matrix, and binds the components together. (n):
,(ex. If used on soil it would be absorbed and then form a lump of hardened
material)
How far does penetrating encapsulant penetrate? - ANSWER-13mm (1/2 inch)
Removal Encapsulant - ANSWER-Penetrating encapsulant specifically designed
to minimize fiber release during removal of asbestos-containing materials rather
than for encapsulation.
Encapsulate - ANSWER-A liquid material which can be applied to
asbestoscontaining material which controls the possible release of asbestos
fibers from the material either by creating a membrane over the surface
(Bridging encapsulant)
or by penetrating into the material and binding it's components together
(Penetrating encapsulant)
what is ACBM? - ANSWER-Asbestos Containing Building Material (interior and
>1%)
What is ACCM? - ANSWER-Asbestos Containing Construction Material (>0.1%;
greater than one-tenth of one percent by weight)
This is defined by Cal-OSHA
ACCM must be verified by at least... - ANSWER-400 point count
When a school has friable asbestos they...? - ANSWER-Must implement an
Asbestos Management Plan with yearly notification to any changes in ACM
conditions
, What is ACM? - ANSWER-Asbestos-containing material is defined as any
material containing more than 1% asbestos; >1%.
Non-friable Asbestos Containing Material (ACM) is considered hazardous. -
ANSWER-False.
Non-friable asbestos can become friable. - ANSWER-Through Mechanical
(power tools) means during removal.
How long does Asbestos stay in the air? - ANSWER-48-72 hours to settle.
(Theoretically, it could stay airborne indefinitely as any disturbance to the
airborne fiber can cause it to rise back into the breathing zones.)
Chrysotile - ANSWER-White asbestos - is the most commonly used form of
asbestos. It can be found today in the roofs, ceilings, walls, and floors of homes
and businesses. Manufacturers also used chrysotile asbestos in automobile
brake linings, gaskets and boiler seals, and insulation for pipes, ducts, and
appliances.
Estimated to be used in at least 80% of building materials.
Non-friable asbestos waste require a DOT manifest. - ANSWER-False.
An EPA ID is not required with non-friable asbestos waste. However proper
documentation is still required.
ACCM waste requires a DOT manifest. - ANSWER-False. Although, it can be
hauled with general demolition debris the receiving waste facility should be
notified prior to receiving waste in order to properly secure the waste.
OF THE EXAM WITH QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE
What is mesothelioma? - ANSWER-Cancer that arises from the mesothelial
cells of the pleura is caused by asbestos fibers
What is Asbestosis - ANSWER-Asbestosis is a condition developed in the lungs
as a result of inhalation of asbestosis fibers.
What is Title 8 CCR 5208 and 29 CFR 1910.1001? - ANSWER-General Industry
What is plenum space? - ANSWER-An enclosed space that is used for airflow.
Example: the area above a drop ceiling.
,What is fibrosis? - ANSWER-formation of scar tissue in the lungs
What is AHERA? - ANSWER-Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act
What is the dose-response relationship with asbestos and cancer? - ANSWER-
The correlation between exposure to asbestos and disease (i.e. cumulative
effect of high exposure and short duration or chronic exposure over longer
duration)
What is the most common asbestos related disease? - ANSWER-Asbestosis
What can a B-reader do? - ANSWER-Interpret Chest X-rays
What type of encapsulation forms a "hard shell" or membrane over the
surface? - ANSWER-Bridging encapsulation
What type encapsulation does not leave a discreet surface layer? - ANSWER-
Penetrating encapsulation
Bridging Encapsulant - ANSWER-The type of encapsulation that forms a hard
shell on the outside of asbestos-containing material is called a (n):
(ex. If used on soil it would form a hard layer over the soil that would break if
disturbed)
Penetrating Encapsulant - ANSWER-The type of encapsulant that is absorbed
into the asbestos matrix, and binds the components together. (n):
,(ex. If used on soil it would be absorbed and then form a lump of hardened
material)
How far does penetrating encapsulant penetrate? - ANSWER-13mm (1/2 inch)
Removal Encapsulant - ANSWER-Penetrating encapsulant specifically designed
to minimize fiber release during removal of asbestos-containing materials rather
than for encapsulation.
Encapsulate - ANSWER-A liquid material which can be applied to
asbestoscontaining material which controls the possible release of asbestos
fibers from the material either by creating a membrane over the surface
(Bridging encapsulant)
or by penetrating into the material and binding it's components together
(Penetrating encapsulant)
what is ACBM? - ANSWER-Asbestos Containing Building Material (interior and
>1%)
What is ACCM? - ANSWER-Asbestos Containing Construction Material (>0.1%;
greater than one-tenth of one percent by weight)
This is defined by Cal-OSHA
ACCM must be verified by at least... - ANSWER-400 point count
When a school has friable asbestos they...? - ANSWER-Must implement an
Asbestos Management Plan with yearly notification to any changes in ACM
conditions
, What is ACM? - ANSWER-Asbestos-containing material is defined as any
material containing more than 1% asbestos; >1%.
Non-friable Asbestos Containing Material (ACM) is considered hazardous. -
ANSWER-False.
Non-friable asbestos can become friable. - ANSWER-Through Mechanical
(power tools) means during removal.
How long does Asbestos stay in the air? - ANSWER-48-72 hours to settle.
(Theoretically, it could stay airborne indefinitely as any disturbance to the
airborne fiber can cause it to rise back into the breathing zones.)
Chrysotile - ANSWER-White asbestos - is the most commonly used form of
asbestos. It can be found today in the roofs, ceilings, walls, and floors of homes
and businesses. Manufacturers also used chrysotile asbestos in automobile
brake linings, gaskets and boiler seals, and insulation for pipes, ducts, and
appliances.
Estimated to be used in at least 80% of building materials.
Non-friable asbestos waste require a DOT manifest. - ANSWER-False.
An EPA ID is not required with non-friable asbestos waste. However proper
documentation is still required.
ACCM waste requires a DOT manifest. - ANSWER-False. Although, it can be
hauled with general demolition debris the receiving waste facility should be
notified prior to receiving waste in order to properly secure the waste.
