AHERA Project Designer Certification
Practice Exam 1 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2025 Q&A
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1. Which regulation outlines the training requirements for asbestos
project designers?
A. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120
B. EPA 40 CFR Part 763, Subpart E
C. NESHAP 40 CFR Part 61
D. RCRA 40 CFR Part 261
EPA 40 CFR Part 763, Subpart E outlines the training and accreditation
requirements for asbestos professionals, including project designers.
2. A written project design must be developed for:
,A. All renovations in schools
B. Projects involving more than 3 linear feet of ACM
C. Response actions in schools involving friable ACBM
D. Any activity that disturbs asbestos
AHERA requires a written design for response actions involving friable
ACBM in schools.
3. Under AHERA, who is responsible for reviewing and approving the
project design?
A. The EPA Regional Administrator
B. The accredited Project Designer
C. The asbestos abatement contractor
D. The building maintenance supervisor
Only an accredited Project Designer is authorized to prepare and approve
the written project design.
4. What is the primary reason for establishing a regulated work area?
A. Increase labor efficiency
B. Reduce disposal costs
C. Prevent the spread of asbestos fibers
D. Minimize the use of PPE
Regulated areas are established to prevent airborne asbestos from
migrating beyond the abatement zone.
, 5. A project designer must include which of the following in a response
action design?
A. Total square footage of the building
B. Inventory of school books
C. Detailed engineering controls and work practices
D. List of former maintenance employees
Designs must specify engineering controls and work practices to ensure
safe abatement.
6. A negative pressure enclosure system must provide:
A. A humid environment
B. Continuous heating
C. At least four air changes per hour and -0.02 inches of water column
pressure
D. A positive airflow
Effective negative pressure prevents contamination of adjacent areas and
maintains worker safety.
7. When is a project designer required to sign off on the final clearance?
A. After visual inspection by EPA
B. Before abatement begins
C. After satisfactory final visual inspection and air clearance results
D. During containment setup
, The designer ensures that the project was completed in accordance with
the design, including clearance protocols.
8. Which document provides guidance for air sampling during asbestos
abatement?
A. OSHA 29 CFR 1926.59
B. NIOSH 7400 Method
C. DOT 49 CFR
D. RCRA Method 1311
The NIOSH 7400 method is commonly used to assess airborne asbestos
fibers in abatement projects.
9. Which of the following is required during the design of a large-scale
asbestos abatement project?
A. Weekly weather report
B. Site-specific safety plan
C. Monthly payroll summary
D. Employee vacation schedule
A site-specific safety plan ensures that hazards are addressed for that
particular location.
10. A glove bag is most appropriate for:
A. Removing sprayed-on ACM
B. Flooring tile removal
Practice Exam 1 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2025 Q&A
| INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Which regulation outlines the training requirements for asbestos
project designers?
A. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120
B. EPA 40 CFR Part 763, Subpart E
C. NESHAP 40 CFR Part 61
D. RCRA 40 CFR Part 261
EPA 40 CFR Part 763, Subpart E outlines the training and accreditation
requirements for asbestos professionals, including project designers.
2. A written project design must be developed for:
,A. All renovations in schools
B. Projects involving more than 3 linear feet of ACM
C. Response actions in schools involving friable ACBM
D. Any activity that disturbs asbestos
AHERA requires a written design for response actions involving friable
ACBM in schools.
3. Under AHERA, who is responsible for reviewing and approving the
project design?
A. The EPA Regional Administrator
B. The accredited Project Designer
C. The asbestos abatement contractor
D. The building maintenance supervisor
Only an accredited Project Designer is authorized to prepare and approve
the written project design.
4. What is the primary reason for establishing a regulated work area?
A. Increase labor efficiency
B. Reduce disposal costs
C. Prevent the spread of asbestos fibers
D. Minimize the use of PPE
Regulated areas are established to prevent airborne asbestos from
migrating beyond the abatement zone.
, 5. A project designer must include which of the following in a response
action design?
A. Total square footage of the building
B. Inventory of school books
C. Detailed engineering controls and work practices
D. List of former maintenance employees
Designs must specify engineering controls and work practices to ensure
safe abatement.
6. A negative pressure enclosure system must provide:
A. A humid environment
B. Continuous heating
C. At least four air changes per hour and -0.02 inches of water column
pressure
D. A positive airflow
Effective negative pressure prevents contamination of adjacent areas and
maintains worker safety.
7. When is a project designer required to sign off on the final clearance?
A. After visual inspection by EPA
B. Before abatement begins
C. After satisfactory final visual inspection and air clearance results
D. During containment setup
, The designer ensures that the project was completed in accordance with
the design, including clearance protocols.
8. Which document provides guidance for air sampling during asbestos
abatement?
A. OSHA 29 CFR 1926.59
B. NIOSH 7400 Method
C. DOT 49 CFR
D. RCRA Method 1311
The NIOSH 7400 method is commonly used to assess airborne asbestos
fibers in abatement projects.
9. Which of the following is required during the design of a large-scale
asbestos abatement project?
A. Weekly weather report
B. Site-specific safety plan
C. Monthly payroll summary
D. Employee vacation schedule
A site-specific safety plan ensures that hazards are addressed for that
particular location.
10. A glove bag is most appropriate for:
A. Removing sprayed-on ACM
B. Flooring tile removal
