Prevention Plan (SWPPP) EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
Most stormwater discharges are considered ______________. -
ANSWER Point sources
What is true with respect to runoff from rainstorms/snowmelt? -
ANSWER All of the above
When selecting team members for the stormwater pollution prevention
team, the members should be ____________. -ANSWER Qualified
personnel
What federal agency regulates the Clean Water Act (CWA)? -ANSWER
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
What is the best way to prevent stormwater problems at your facility? -
ANSWER Follow good housekeeping
What is a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)? -ANSWER
A document that describes potential sources of stormwater and
preventive countermeasures to reduce or eliminate discharges
What sources of stormwater discharges are typically covered by the
National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)? -
ANSWER All of the above