CPESC Section 1 & 2 Questions and Correct
Answers
Question 1
At how many disturbed acres does a temporary or permanent sediment basin be
installed?
Correct Answer
2.3.6.3
more than 10 acres
Question 2
Under the code of ethics, what are the obligations to the Profession?
Correct Answer
Up hold Morality of profit and prevent conflict of interest
Promote Dignity and integrity
Ensure that representatives andemployees conform to the ECI
Question 3
If a state has general permitting authority under the NPDES program are they
required to issue general permits?
Correct Answer
2.2.2
No
Question 4
When was the Multi Sector Model General Permit issued?
Correct Answer
September 1995
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, Question 5
Who is responsible for applying for the Storm water permit for a construction site?
Correct Answer
2.3.1
The operator of the site, however a owner can apply if the operator has not been
identified.
Question 6
What is the deadline to correct problems found during an inspection?
Correct Answer
2.3.6.5
As soon as possible but no later than 7 days.
Question 7
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act was established which year?
Correct Answer
1948
Question 8
What are the 3 types of enforcement actions EPA has?
Correct Answer
2.3.7
-Administrative Orders
-Civil Actions
-Criminal Prosecutions
Question 9
Who administrates the 404 Permit?
Correct Answer
US Army Corps of Engineers
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Answers
Question 1
At how many disturbed acres does a temporary or permanent sediment basin be
installed?
Correct Answer
2.3.6.3
more than 10 acres
Question 2
Under the code of ethics, what are the obligations to the Profession?
Correct Answer
Up hold Morality of profit and prevent conflict of interest
Promote Dignity and integrity
Ensure that representatives andemployees conform to the ECI
Question 3
If a state has general permitting authority under the NPDES program are they
required to issue general permits?
Correct Answer
2.2.2
No
Question 4
When was the Multi Sector Model General Permit issued?
Correct Answer
September 1995
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, Question 5
Who is responsible for applying for the Storm water permit for a construction site?
Correct Answer
2.3.1
The operator of the site, however a owner can apply if the operator has not been
identified.
Question 6
What is the deadline to correct problems found during an inspection?
Correct Answer
2.3.6.5
As soon as possible but no later than 7 days.
Question 7
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act was established which year?
Correct Answer
1948
Question 8
What are the 3 types of enforcement actions EPA has?
Correct Answer
2.3.7
-Administrative Orders
-Civil Actions
-Criminal Prosecutions
Question 9
Who administrates the 404 Permit?
Correct Answer
US Army Corps of Engineers
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