Maryland Asbestos Exam Questions And Answers
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The lean ratio of an extension ladder ANS 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? ANS 5 samples taken inside with results of each <0.0 f/cc
What are the notification requirements in Virginia? ANS 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 ANS Need a license
everywhere
Type of bond that would ensure that the general contractor will compensate subcontractors for labor and
materials ANS Performance Bond
Minimum respiratory protection on a class 1 asbestos project with no NEA ANS Full face air purifying
respirator
What is the maximum content permitted in the work area where an air purifying respirator is being worn? ANS
23.5%
Chest XRays must be evaluated by what class reader? ANS Class B
What is the APF for a full face air purifying respirator ANS 50
Friable ACM is any material that can be: ANS Crushed, pulverized, reduced to powder by hand pressure
when dry
The OSHA permissible exposure limit is ANS 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?
ANS 13 samples (5 inside, 5 outside, 2 fields blanks , one sealed blank)TEM
Laboratories that perform PLM and TEM must be accredited by ANS National Voluntary Laboratory
Accreditation Program
AHERA is for ANS Public schools K-12
What is the notification requirement for asbestos projects in DC ANS 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 ANS 160 square feet, 260 linear feet, or 35 cubic feet
The competent person must inspect the work suits of the crew at least: ANS Once a shift
In Maryland, the asbestos project notification must be posted when and where? ANS Three days prior to
any asbestos project, at all entrances and exits from the work site.
NESHAP regulations provide definitions for ANS Renovations, Adequately Wet, and Demolitions
The definition of PACM is ANS TSI and surfacing material found in a building constructed no later than
1980
The OSHA Asbestos in construction standard required employees to maintain exposure monitoring results for
how many years? ANS 30 years
What is the safe level of asbestos exposure? ANS There is no safe limit
What is the purpose of aggressive air sampling? ANS Simulates the conditions in the work area
Initial worker exposure air samples are collected: ANS To predict what future exposures should be on this
project
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The lean ratio of an extension ladder ANS 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? ANS 5 samples taken inside with results of each <0.0 f/cc
What are the notification requirements in Virginia? ANS 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 ANS Need a license
everywhere
Type of bond that would ensure that the general contractor will compensate subcontractors for labor and
materials ANS Performance Bond
Minimum respiratory protection on a class 1 asbestos project with no NEA ANS Full face air purifying
respirator
What is the maximum content permitted in the work area where an air purifying respirator is being worn? ANS
23.5%
Chest XRays must be evaluated by what class reader? ANS Class B
What is the APF for a full face air purifying respirator ANS 50
Friable ACM is any material that can be: ANS Crushed, pulverized, reduced to powder by hand pressure
when dry
The OSHA permissible exposure limit is ANS 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?
ANS 13 samples (5 inside, 5 outside, 2 fields blanks , one sealed blank)TEM
Laboratories that perform PLM and TEM must be accredited by ANS National Voluntary Laboratory
Accreditation Program
AHERA is for ANS Public schools K-12
What is the notification requirement for asbestos projects in DC ANS 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 ANS 160 square feet, 260 linear feet, or 35 cubic feet
The competent person must inspect the work suits of the crew at least: ANS Once a shift
In Maryland, the asbestos project notification must be posted when and where? ANS Three days prior to
any asbestos project, at all entrances and exits from the work site.
NESHAP regulations provide definitions for ANS Renovations, Adequately Wet, and Demolitions
The definition of PACM is ANS TSI and surfacing material found in a building constructed no later than
1980
The OSHA Asbestos in construction standard required employees to maintain exposure monitoring results for
how many years? ANS 30 years
What is the safe level of asbestos exposure? ANS There is no safe limit
What is the purpose of aggressive air sampling? ANS Simulates the conditions in the work area
Initial worker exposure air samples are collected: ANS To predict what future exposures should be on this
project
