CPSWQ Test Questions with Correct Answers Latest Update 2025 Graded A+
Large MS4 System - Answers Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System. Serve population of 250,000 or
more
Meander Width Ratio - Answers belt width/bankfull width
Not considered water of the united states - Answers prior converted cropland; waste treatment systems
(e.g. treatment ponds/lagoons)
What if a CPSWQ is fraudulent: - Answers Rule 2.16
1. advice against decision
2. refuse to consent
3. report decision to authority
NTU - Answers Nephelometric Turbidity Unit
What is a measure of turbidity: - Answers Amount of material suspended in water. Increasing this
parameter of water decreases amount of light that penetrates the water column. High levels are
harmful to aquatic life.
Rule 3:12 - Answers ECI Professionals shall undertake to perform pro services only when they, together
with those whom they may engage as consultants, are qualified by education, training, or experience in
specific technical areas involved.
Ethical Standard 3:5 - Answers ECI Professionals should employ reasonable safeguards in systems and
practices to protect confidentiality of project materials (both analogue and digital)
5 fundamental principles - Answers 1.Intergrity
2.Objectivity
3.Confidentiality
4.Competence
5.Professionalism
Pollutant Concentrations are best used for_______ term impact. - Answers Short term impact
SWPPP - Answers Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan- plan required by storm water
regulations/permits includes site maps, identification.
NURP - Answers Nationwide Urban Runoff Program
1987-1983
, led to EPA regulating storm water
Which sediment has most potential for erosion: - Answers Silt
Which SWP used chemical, physical and biological processes: - Answers Saltation- movement of
intermediate size (0.05-0.5 mm) particles that are lifted short distances into the air and then fall back to
dislodge more soil. Accounts for over 50% total soil movment
Rooftop top pollutant of concern: - Answers Zinc
Which is a measurement of sediment: - Answers TSS, SSC, SSTS, Turbidity
Which is a micropollutant: - Answers Floatable debris, total P
Which pollutant adheres to sediment: - Answers TP, oil & Grease
Water Quality Standards purpose: - Answers Well being of survival of man, plants, and wildlife.
TMDL (Total Maximum Daily Load) - Answers CWA Section 303- established by Clean Water Act to guide
application of state water quality standards to individual bodies of water and watersheds by defining the
amount of a particular pollutant a water body can absorb on a daily basis without violating applicable
water quality standards.
Purpose of the Clean Water Act: - Answers Federal Water Pollution Act (1948)- CWA (1972)- restoring
and maintaining chemical, physical, and biological integrity of US waters
At what frequency should a construction be inspected for maximum success: - Answers Weekly
When inspecting a construction what is the first thing which should be considered: - Answers Safety and
Communication
Perk test: - Answers Type of measuring conducted by drilling a hole in ground, pouring water into the
hole and observing the rate which the water is absorbed into the soil
Taking a picture--what critical information should be accompanied: - Answers 1. Location
2. Time
3. Date
What percentage of a construction site must be stabilized before NOT: - Answers 70%
Physical Pollutant removal mechanisms: - Answers 1. Adsorption
2. Absorption
3. UV disinfection
CWA amendments and year: - Answers 1987; EPA would issue permits for storm water discharges
Large MS4 System - Answers Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System. Serve population of 250,000 or
more
Meander Width Ratio - Answers belt width/bankfull width
Not considered water of the united states - Answers prior converted cropland; waste treatment systems
(e.g. treatment ponds/lagoons)
What if a CPSWQ is fraudulent: - Answers Rule 2.16
1. advice against decision
2. refuse to consent
3. report decision to authority
NTU - Answers Nephelometric Turbidity Unit
What is a measure of turbidity: - Answers Amount of material suspended in water. Increasing this
parameter of water decreases amount of light that penetrates the water column. High levels are
harmful to aquatic life.
Rule 3:12 - Answers ECI Professionals shall undertake to perform pro services only when they, together
with those whom they may engage as consultants, are qualified by education, training, or experience in
specific technical areas involved.
Ethical Standard 3:5 - Answers ECI Professionals should employ reasonable safeguards in systems and
practices to protect confidentiality of project materials (both analogue and digital)
5 fundamental principles - Answers 1.Intergrity
2.Objectivity
3.Confidentiality
4.Competence
5.Professionalism
Pollutant Concentrations are best used for_______ term impact. - Answers Short term impact
SWPPP - Answers Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan- plan required by storm water
regulations/permits includes site maps, identification.
NURP - Answers Nationwide Urban Runoff Program
1987-1983
, led to EPA regulating storm water
Which sediment has most potential for erosion: - Answers Silt
Which SWP used chemical, physical and biological processes: - Answers Saltation- movement of
intermediate size (0.05-0.5 mm) particles that are lifted short distances into the air and then fall back to
dislodge more soil. Accounts for over 50% total soil movment
Rooftop top pollutant of concern: - Answers Zinc
Which is a measurement of sediment: - Answers TSS, SSC, SSTS, Turbidity
Which is a micropollutant: - Answers Floatable debris, total P
Which pollutant adheres to sediment: - Answers TP, oil & Grease
Water Quality Standards purpose: - Answers Well being of survival of man, plants, and wildlife.
TMDL (Total Maximum Daily Load) - Answers CWA Section 303- established by Clean Water Act to guide
application of state water quality standards to individual bodies of water and watersheds by defining the
amount of a particular pollutant a water body can absorb on a daily basis without violating applicable
water quality standards.
Purpose of the Clean Water Act: - Answers Federal Water Pollution Act (1948)- CWA (1972)- restoring
and maintaining chemical, physical, and biological integrity of US waters
At what frequency should a construction be inspected for maximum success: - Answers Weekly
When inspecting a construction what is the first thing which should be considered: - Answers Safety and
Communication
Perk test: - Answers Type of measuring conducted by drilling a hole in ground, pouring water into the
hole and observing the rate which the water is absorbed into the soil
Taking a picture--what critical information should be accompanied: - Answers 1. Location
2. Time
3. Date
What percentage of a construction site must be stabilized before NOT: - Answers 70%
Physical Pollutant removal mechanisms: - Answers 1. Adsorption
2. Absorption
3. UV disinfection
CWA amendments and year: - Answers 1987; EPA would issue permits for storm water discharges
