CWEA CSM GRADE 2 - PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

CWEA CSM GRADE 2 - PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS & ANSWERS In order to accurately estimate the flow of a sanitary sewer overflow (SSO) you must have: - ANS-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: - ANS-A sewer system management plan (SSMP) What are the basics elements of a safety program? - ANS-Safety policy, statement, safety training, accident investigation What factor must be considered when obtaining an easement for construction and maintenance of a collection system? - ANS-Access for equipment and personnel 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: - ANS-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? - ANS-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? - ANS-Life expectancy of pipe What affects the flow capacity of a sewer line? - ANS-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? - ANS-Have the Water main adjusted and hold the grade on the sewer main Why is the replacement of wastewater collection systems in some downtown streets difficult? - ANSCrowding of other underground utilities. Under what conditions must each member of the rescue service practice permit space rescues? - ANS-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? - ANS-Attempt to free the camera with the tag line. Drawings which are considered "As Built" would be? - ANS-Corrected construction drawings showing changes made in the field installation. Legally Responsible Officials are required to report category 1 sanitary sewer overflows: - ANS-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? - ANS-9 to 11 What is the best approach to take when handling on-the-job conflicts? - ANS-Communicate clearly without attacking the other person or personalizing the conflict What tools are used with a power rodder? - ANS-Spring blades Tools used for sewer rodding do not include the: - ANS-Lag screw What items would you consider when selecting a solution to clear a stoppage in a sewer? - ANS-Cause of stoppage The lowest point on the inside of a pipeline is called the: - CONTINUES...