1.
EPA requires signers of the NOI to retain
site inspection reports as part of the SWPPP for at least:
a.
One year from the date that the permit
coverage expires or is terminated.
b. Two years from the date that the permit coverage expires or is terminated.
c. Three years from the date that the permit coverage expires or is
terminated.
d.
There is no requirement.
2. The
2008 CGP requires the recording of rainfall amounts on an inspection report only when 1/2-inch or more of precipitation occurs.
a. True
b. False
3. When a BMP is deemed inadequate, an inspector must always mandate a specific replacement
BMP.
a. True
b. False
4. Which BMP will remove the least amount of sediment in runoff waters?
a. A properly installed silt fence barrier placed at the toe of a hill.
b. A properly designed and installed sediment basin.
c. A rock barrier placed around an area (a.k.a. catch basin) drain.
d. A straw bale barrier placed in front of a curb opening.
5. Clay
soils are more erodible than silt soils.
a. True
b. False
6. Which one of the following best represents the definition of sediment?
a.
Displacement of soil particles by wind
or water.
b.
Suspended soil particles found in runoff
waters.
c.
Deposition of soil particles.
d. None of the above.
7.
When inspecting for planting of seed,
it is important for an inspector to determine if:
a.
A seedbed has been properly prepared.
b. Information on the bag seed tags meet required specifications.
c. Proper seed planting equipment is used.
d. All of the above.
8.
When inspecting a sediment basin, the
most important item to inspect is ensuring:
a.
Water is always in the structure.
b. The embankments are established in vegetation.
c. The outlet structure is not clogged with debris.
d. Only clean and sediment free waters discharge from the system.
9. Saltation accounts for more soil loss by wind when compared to suspension.
a.
True
b. False
10. According to the 2008 CGP, an inspector must conduct a site inspection on an active
construction site:
a. Daily during the rainy season.
b. At least once every 14 days.
c. Monthly when drought conditions exist.
d. As specified in the SWPPP.
