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Question 1Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Under the federal asbestos NESHAP program, which agency is primarily responsible for regulating asbestos emissions during demolition and renovation of buildings?

  1. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Correct answer.
  2. The Consumer Product Safety Commission
  3. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration
  4. The Mine Safety and Health Administration

Explanation

The NESHAP asbestos program is administered by the EPA under the Clean Air Act and governs asbestos emissions during demolition and renovation. OSHA regulates worker protection, not air emissions.

Question 2Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which federal regulation establishes the training and certification requirements for asbestos abatement workers, supervisors, and project designers?

  1. The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
  2. The Clean Water Act
  3. The Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) model accreditation plan Correct answer.
  4. The Toxic Substances Control Act pre-manufacture notice rule

Explanation

AHERA directed EPA to create a model accreditation plan setting minimum training, examination, and certification requirements for asbestos professionals. The other statutes address waste, water, and chemical notification rather than abatement accreditation.

Question 3Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

A worker completed an initial asbestos abatement worker course. Under the AHERA model accreditation plan, how often must the worker complete a refresher course to maintain accreditation?

  1. Annually Correct answer.
  2. Every three years
  3. Every two years
  4. Every five years

Explanation

The model accreditation plan requires annual refresher training to maintain accreditation for workers, supervisors, project designers, and other disciplines. Missing the annual refresher causes the accreditation to lapse.

Question 4Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which discipline requires the longest initial training course under the AHERA model accreditation plan?

  1. Contractor/supervisor
  2. Abatement worker
  3. Air sampling professional
  4. Project designer Correct answer.

Explanation

The project designer course is the longest initial course, reflecting the complexity of designing abatement and control measures. Worker and supervisor courses are shorter, and the air sampling professional course is also shorter than the designer course.

Question 5Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

A state operates its own asbestos accreditation program under an EPA-approved plan. What is the effect on AHERA accreditation requirements in that state?

  1. Both federal and state accreditation must be obtained for every project
  2. The federal requirements always control and the state plan is advisory
  3. State accreditation is valid only for schools and not for commercial buildings
  4. The state program replaces the federal requirements for work performed in that state Correct answer.

Explanation

An EPA-approved state plan operates in lieu of the federal program, so the state's requirements govern accreditation for work within that state. Federal requirements do not run in parallel where approval has been granted.

Question 6Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which of the following best describes the role of an accredited asbestos abatement supervisor on a project?

  1. Issuing the building owner's demolition permit
  2. Designing the abatement project specifications
  3. Directing abatement work and ensuring compliance with work practice standards Correct answer.
  4. Performing air sampling and clearance determinations

Explanation

The supervisor directs on-site abatement activities and ensures workers follow required work practices. Air sampling, project design, and permit issuance are assigned to other roles or authorities.

Question 7Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

A building owner plans a renovation that will disturb regulated asbestos-containing material. Which notification obligation applies under NESHAP?

  1. No notification is required if the material is wetted
  2. Notify the appropriate EPA regional office or delegated state agency in writing before work begins Correct answer.
  3. Notify only the building tenants by posted sign
  4. Notify OSHA within 24 hours of starting work

Explanation

NESHAP requires written notification to the delegated air pollution control agency before renovation or demolition that will disturb regulated asbestos-containing material. Wetting does not eliminate the notification requirement.

Question 8Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which individual is responsible for determining whether a building contains asbestos-containing material before a renovation?

  1. The abatement contractor's on-site supervisor
  2. The landfill operator receiving the waste
  3. The local fire marshal
  4. The building owner or the owner's designated representative Correct answer.

Explanation

The building owner bears the duty to identify asbestos-containing material before renovation or demolition. The contractor, fire marshal, and landfill operator do not carry this pre-work identification duty.

Question 9Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

A certified abatement worker moves to a different state that administers its own EPA-approved accreditation program. What must the worker generally do to work on regulated abatement projects there?

  1. Register with OSHA as an out-of-state worker
  2. Apply for accreditation or reciprocity under that state's program Correct answer.
  3. Use the original certificate without any further action
  4. Retake only the medical examination

Explanation

Each approved state program sets its own recognition rules, so the worker must obtain state accreditation or qualify for reciprocity. A certificate from another jurisdiction does not automatically authorize work.

Question 10Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which document is typically required to demonstrate that a worker has met the medical surveillance prerequisite for abatement work?

  1. A copy of the building's asbestos inspection report
  2. A high school diploma
  3. A physician's written opinion of fitness for respirator use Correct answer.
  4. A notarized letter from the employer

Explanation

Workers must be medically cleared for respirator use, documented by a physician's written opinion. Education records, employer letters, and inspection reports do not establish medical fitness.

Question 11Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

An accredited supervisor's certificate lapses because the annual refresher was missed. What is the consequence for the individual's ability to supervise abatement projects?

  1. The individual may supervise only projects under 160 square feet
  2. The individual may supervise if a certified coworker is present
  3. The individual may not supervise until accreditation is reinstated per the program's requirements Correct answer.
  4. The individual may continue supervising for a one-year grace period

Explanation

Accreditation is a prerequisite for supervising; once it lapses, the person cannot lawfully supervise until reinstated according to program rules. There is no general grace period or square-footage exception.

Question 12Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which entity typically issues the accreditation certificate to an individual who completes an approved asbestos training course?

  1. The training provider alone
  2. The state or EPA-approved accrediting authority Correct answer.
  3. The building owner
  4. The disposal site operator

Explanation

Training providers deliver courses, but the accrediting authority grants the certificate after training and examination requirements are met. Owners and disposal operators play no accrediting role.

Question 13Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

A contractor is bidding on a school abatement project subject to AHERA. Which requirement applies to the firm's on-site workforce?

  1. Workers may be trained on the job during the first week
  2. Accreditation is required only for projects exceeding 10,000 square feet
  3. Workers and supervisors must hold current accreditation for the project type Correct answer.
  4. Only the supervisor must be accredited; workers need no training

Explanation

AHERA requires accredited workers and supervisors on school abatement projects regardless of project size. On-the-job training does not substitute for accreditation.

Question 14Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which of the following is a core element of an approved asbestos training course curriculum?

  1. Instruction on commercial real estate finance
  2. Instruction on work practices, health effects, and regulatory requirements Correct answer.
  3. Instruction on fire suppression system design
  4. Instruction on structural engineering and load calculations

Explanation

Approved curricula cover health effects, work practices, and applicable regulations, along with hands-on training where required. Engineering, finance, and fire suppression design are outside the scope.

Question 15Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

An abatement contractor keeps training records for its accredited employees. Which practice best supports compliance during an audit?

  1. Relying on employees to store their own certificates at home
  2. Keeping records only at the owner's office
  3. Discarding records once the project is complete
  4. Retaining certificates and refresher documentation and making them available on request Correct answer.

Explanation

Contractors should maintain accessible records of accreditation and refreshers so they can demonstrate compliance to regulators and clients. Discarding records or relying on employees' personal files creates compliance risk.

Question 16Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which statement accurately describes the difference between accreditation and certification in the asbestos context?

  1. Accreditation applies only to firms, while certification applies only to individuals
  2. They are identical terms with no practical distinction
  3. Accreditation is granted after approved training and examination; certification may refer to a credential issued by a recognized body Correct answer.
  4. Certification is issued by OSHA, while accreditation is issued by EPA

Explanation

Accreditation follows completion of an approved course and exam, while certification is a broader credential term sometimes used for the resulting certificate. The terms are not interchangeable in every context but both relate to individuals as well as firms.

Question 17Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

A worker's training certificate lists only "worker" as the discipline. Which task may that worker legally perform on an abatement project?

  1. Designing the abatement project's engineering controls
  2. Conducting clearance air sampling
  3. Signing the NESHAP notification to the agency
  4. Removing asbestos-containing material under supervision Correct answer.

Explanation

A worker accreditation authorizes hands-on abatement under supervision. Design, clearance sampling, and notification signing require different disciplines or authority.

Question 18Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which of the following is a typical eligibility requirement to sit for an accredited supervisor examination?

  1. Completion of the approved supervisor course and any required experience Correct answer.
  2. A degree in environmental engineering
  3. Prior service as a firefighter
  4. Ownership of the abatement company

Explanation

Eligibility generally requires completion of the approved course and any experience the program specifies. Company ownership, an engineering degree, or unrelated service is not required.

Question 19Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

A training provider's approval is revoked by the accrediting authority. What is the most likely effect on certificates already issued to graduates?

  1. The certificates become valid only in other states
  2. The authority determines validity case by case, and affected individuals may need retraining Correct answer.
  3. All certificates remain valid indefinitely without review
  4. The certificates convert automatically to supervisor credentials

Explanation

When a provider loses approval, the authority assesses the affected certificates and may require retraining or reexamination. Automatic permanent validity, automatic upgrades, or interstate-only validity are not standard outcomes.

Question 20Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which agency enforces worker training and respiratory protection requirements at an abatement jobsite?

  1. OSHA Correct answer.
  2. The Securities and Exchange Commission
  3. The Federal Trade Commission
  4. The Department of Transportation

Explanation

OSHA enforces worker safety standards, including training and respiratory protection, at abatement sites. The other agencies regulate trade, transport, and securities, not workplace safety.

Question 21Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

An abatement firm advertises that its employees are "EPA certified." Which statement best describes the accuracy of this claim?

  1. The claim is irrelevant because no credentials are required
  2. Accreditation is typically issued through approved state or EPA-recognized programs, so the claim should specify the actual credential Correct answer.
  3. The claim is accurate because EPA personally trains every abatement worker
  4. The claim is accurate because OSHA issues EPA certificates

Explanation

Accreditation flows through approved programs, and advertising should accurately describe the credential held. EPA does not personally train all workers, and credentials are required for regulated work.

Question 22Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which of the following best describes the purpose of the AHERA model accreditation plan?

  1. To set maximum allowable asbestos fiber levels in ambient air
  2. To fund asbestos removal in private homes
  3. To license asbestos mines
  4. To establish minimum national training and accreditation standards for asbestos professionals Correct answer.

Explanation

The plan sets minimum training, examination, and accreditation standards that states may adopt. It does not set ambient air limits, fund residential removal, or license mines.

Question 23Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

A supervisor trained only in the worker discipline is assigned to direct an abatement crew. What is the compliance status of this assignment?

  1. Noncompliant, because directing a crew requires supervisor accreditation Correct answer.
  2. Compliant, if the crew is small
  3. Compliant, because worker training covers supervision
  4. Compliant, if the supervisor has five years of experience

Explanation

Supervision requires the supervisor discipline accreditation; worker training does not authorize directing crews. Crew size and experience do not substitute for the required credential.

Question 24Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which record is most important for a contractor to verify before allowing a new hire to perform abatement work?

  1. A personal automobile insurance policy
  2. A property deed for the work site
  3. A letter of recommendation from a prior employer
  4. Current accreditation and medical clearance for respirator use Correct answer.

Explanation

Before assignment, the contractor must confirm current accreditation and medical clearance. Insurance, deeds, and recommendation letters do not establish eligibility for abatement work.

Question 25Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

A state with an approved plan raises its refresher requirement to every six months. How should a contractor operating in that state respond?

  1. Ignore the state rule until EPA formally objects
  2. Follow the state's stricter refresher schedule for work in that state Correct answer.
  3. Continue using the federal annual schedule because it preempts state rules
  4. Apply the six-month rule only to supervisors

Explanation

Where an approved state plan sets stricter requirements, those requirements govern work in that state. The federal schedule does not preempt an approved state program, and the rule applies to all affected disciplines.

Question 26Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which federal regulation establishes the Model Accreditation Plan (MAP) for asbestos abatement workers and supervisors?

  1. The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
  2. The Clean Air Act (CAA)
  3. The Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Correct answer.
  4. The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act)

Explanation

The Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) amended TSCA to require the EPA to develop the MAP, which sets minimum training and accreditation requirements for asbestos professionals. The MAP is codified in 40 CFR Part 763, Subpart E.

Question 27Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

A state operates its own asbestos accreditation program under an EPA-approved plan. Which statement best describes the relationship between state and federal requirements?

  1. The state program must be at least as stringent as the federal MAP. Correct answer.
  2. The state program may be less stringent if it is approved by EPA.
  3. States may not impose training requirements beyond those in the MAP.
  4. Federal requirements automatically preempt all state asbestos training rules.

Explanation

Under TSCA section 406, a state may seek EPA approval of a plan to administer its own accreditation program, but the plan must be at least as stringent as the federal MAP. This ensures that state programs meet or exceed federal minimums.

Question 28Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which of the following is a required element of an accredited asbestos worker training course under the MAP?

  1. Instruction on personal protective equipment and respirator use Correct answer.
  2. A final exam administered by the state licensing board
  3. A minimum of 40 hours of training
  4. A minimum of 8 hours of hands-on abatement practice

Explanation

The MAP requires worker training to cover topics such as personal protective equipment, respirator use, abatement methods, and health effects. The course must include both classroom instruction and hands-on training, but the specific hour requirements are set by the MAP.

Question 29Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

An accredited asbestos supervisor has completed the initial training but has not taken the required refresher course within the past year. What is the status of the supervisor's accreditation?

  1. It is automatically extended for six months.
  2. It is suspended until the refresher is completed, but supervisory duties may continue.
  3. It is expired and the supervisor may not perform supervisory duties. Correct answer.
  4. It remains valid as long as the supervisor pays an annual fee.

Explanation

Accreditation must be renewed annually through an approved refresher course. Failure to complete the refresher within the required timeframe results in expiration of accreditation, and the individual may not perform abatement work in that discipline until re-accredited.

Question 30Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which of the following best describes the role of the EPA in the asbestos accreditation program?

  1. It conducts all refresher training courses.
  2. It issues licenses to individual contractors.
  3. It directly accredits all asbestos workers nationwide.
  4. It approves state programs and training providers. Correct answer.

Explanation

The EPA approves state accreditation programs and, in states without an approved program, approves training providers directly. The EPA does not directly accredit individual workers or issue contractor licenses.

Question 31Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

A training provider's accreditation is suspended by the EPA. What is the most likely effect on certificates issued by that provider during the suspension period?

  1. The certificates are considered invalid for meeting accreditation requirements. Correct answer.
  2. The certificates are honored if the training content met the MAP.
  3. The certificates remain valid until their expiration date.
  4. The certificates are automatically converted to provisional status.

Explanation

If a training provider's accreditation is suspended or revoked, certificates issued during that period are generally not recognized for meeting accreditation requirements. Individuals would need to retake training from an approved provider.

Question 32Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which of the following is a typical prerequisite for an individual to become an accredited asbestos supervisor?

  1. A bachelor's degree in environmental science
  2. A state-issued contractor license
  3. A high school diploma or equivalent Correct answer.
  4. Prior experience as an accredited worker

Explanation

The MAP requires that supervisor candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent as a minimum educational prerequisite. Experience as a worker or a college degree is not a universal requirement.

Question 33Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

An asbestos abatement contractor is preparing to bid on a project in a state with an EPA-approved accreditation program. Which set of regulations must the contractor follow for worker accreditation?

  1. Only the state's accreditation requirements
  2. Only the federal MAP requirements
  3. Both the federal MAP and the state's requirements, with the more stringent applying Correct answer.
  4. The requirements of the state where the worker was trained

Explanation

In states with an approved plan, the state program operates in place of the federal program, but the state requirements must be at least as stringent as the MAP. Contractors must comply with the applicable state requirements, which may be more stringent than federal requirements.

Question 34Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which of the following records must an abatement contractor retain to demonstrate that an employee has current accreditation?

  1. The employee's social security card
  2. The employee's driver's license
  3. The employee's training certificate and refresher course completion Correct answer.
  4. The employee's union membership card

Explanation

To verify accreditation, contractors must retain copies of the employee's initial training certificate and documentation of annual refresher training. These records demonstrate that the employee has met the training requirements for their discipline.

Question 35Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

A worker has completed an accredited asbestos worker training course but has not yet received a certificate. May the worker perform abatement work?

  1. Yes, as long as the worker carries a copy of the course completion receipt.
  2. No, the worker must have a valid certificate in possession. Correct answer.
  3. Yes, if the worker is supervised by an accredited supervisor.
  4. No, unless the worker has at least one year of experience.

Explanation

Accreditation is not complete until the worker receives a certificate from an approved training provider. Workers must have their certificate available for inspection on the job site.

Question 36Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which of the following best describes the difference between accreditation and certification in the asbestos context?

  1. Accreditation is issued by OSHA, while certification is issued by EPA.
  2. Accreditation refers to the individual's credential, while certification refers to the training provider's approval.
  3. Accreditation refers to the training provider's approval, while certification refers to the individual's credential. Correct answer.
  4. Accreditation and certification are interchangeable terms.

Explanation

In the asbestos context, accreditation typically refers to the approval of training providers or programs, while certification refers to the credential issued to an individual who completes an accredited course. However, the terms are sometimes used interchangeably in practice.

Question 37Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

An accredited asbestos supervisor moves to a state without an EPA-approved accreditation program. Which training requirement applies?

  1. The supervisor's accreditation from the previous state is automatically valid.
  2. The supervisor must be accredited under the federal MAP administered by EPA. Correct answer.
  3. The supervisor must retake the entire supervisor course in the new state.
  4. The supervisor must obtain a new accreditation from the state where the original training was taken.

Explanation

In states without an approved plan, the federal MAP applies directly, and accreditation is obtained through EPA-approved training providers. The supervisor's previous accreditation may be recognized if it meets MAP requirements, but the federal program governs.

Question 38Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which of the following is a required topic in an accredited asbestos supervisor training course?

  1. Contract law and bidding procedures
  2. Municipal zoning regulations
  3. Real estate disclosure requirements
  4. Supervision of abatement workers and air monitoring Correct answer.

Explanation

Supervisor training must cover topics such as supervision of abatement workers, air monitoring, and regulatory requirements. Contract law, real estate disclosure, and zoning are not part of the required curriculum.

Question 39Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

A contractor's employee has a certificate showing completion of an accredited worker course, but the certificate lacks an expiration date. What is the most appropriate action?

  1. Verify that the employee has completed annual refresher training. Correct answer.
  2. Require the employee to retake the initial course.
  3. Accept the certificate as valid indefinitely.
  4. Assume the certificate is invalid and terminate the employee.

Explanation

Accreditation requires annual refresher training. Even if the certificate lacks an expiration date, the contractor should verify that the employee has completed the required refresher training to maintain valid accreditation.

Question 40Asbestos Certification and Licensing Administration

Which of the following best describes the purpose of the AHERA accreditation requirement for asbestos professionals?

  1. To generate revenue for state governments.
  2. To ensure that individuals who work with asbestos have the necessary training and knowledge to protect public health. Correct answer.
  3. To increase the cost of abatement projects.
  4. To limit the number of abatement contractors.

Explanation

The primary purpose of AHERA accreditation is to ensure that asbestos professionals are properly trained to handle asbestos safely and to protect public health. The other options are not the intended purposes of the regulation.

Question 41Notice of Intent (NOI) Submission and Review

Under the federal NESHAP program, how long before a regulated demolition or renovation begins must the operator submit a notice of intent to the delegated agency?

  1. At least 10 working days before the start date Correct answer.
  2. At least 5 working days before the start date
  3. At least 30 calendar days before the start date
  4. At least 24 hours before the start date

Explanation

NESHAP requires the written notice to be postmarked or delivered no later than 10 working days before work begins. This gives the agency time to review and schedule inspections. Earlier submission is allowed but late submission is a violation.

Question 42Notice of Intent (NOI) Submission and Review

A renovation project is scheduled to start on a Monday. Counting backward, what is the latest Friday that still satisfies a 10-working-day advance notice if no federal holidays intervene?

  1. The Monday one week before the start Monday
  2. The Thursday one week before the start Monday
  3. The Friday two weeks before the start Monday Correct answer.
  4. The Friday one week before the start Monday

Explanation

Ten working days equals two full work weeks. Counting back two weeks from the Monday start lands on the Friday of the prior-prior week, which is the last acceptable mailing or delivery date.

Question 43Notice of Intent (NOI) Submission and Review

Which entity must submit the notice of intent for a regulated renovation of a commercial building?

  1. The landfill receiving the waste
  2. The local building inspector
  3. The owner of the building only
  4. The contractor performing the regulated work, or the owner if the owner performs the work Correct answer.

Explanation

The notice obligation falls on the operator, meaning the person who performs the regulated renovation or demolition. If the owner self-performs, the owner is the operator.

Question 44Notice of Intent (NOI) Submission and Review

What is the primary purpose of the notice of intent under the asbestos NESHAP?

  1. To inform the delegated agency of regulated work so it can be inspected Correct answer.
  2. To certify that no asbestos is present in the building
  3. To authorize disposal at a specific landfill
  4. To request a waiver of emission standards

Explanation

The notice alerts the agency to upcoming regulated demolition or renovation so it can schedule compliance inspections. It is not a certification of asbestos absence or a waiver request.

Question 45Notice of Intent (NOI) Submission and Review

A facility has a valid annual notification on file with the agency. Which situation still requires a separate updated notice?

  1. A new regulated project begins that was not described in the annual notice Correct answer.
  2. The facility updates its mailing address with the agency
  3. The work stays within the scope described in the annual notice
  4. The facility changes its on-site safety officer

Explanation

An annual notification covers only the work described in it. Any new regulated project outside that scope requires its own notice. Administrative changes do not by themselves trigger a new notice.

Question 46Notice of Intent (NOI) Submission and Review

Which threshold determines whether a renovation is regulated and thus requires a notice?

  1. The value of the construction contract
  2. The total square footage of the building
  3. The amount of regulated asbestos-containing material that will be disturbed Correct answer.
  4. The number of workers employed on the project

Explanation

Regulation depends on the quantity of regulated asbestos-containing material to be disturbed, not on building size, workforce, or contract value. Crossing the threshold triggers both work practice standards and notice obligations.

Question 47Notice of Intent (NOI) Submission and Review

A demolition is planned for a structure that has been inspected and found to contain no asbestos. What notice obligation applies?

  1. Notice is required only if the structure exceeds a size limit
  2. A notice is still required for the demolition Correct answer.
  3. No notice is required because no asbestos is present
  4. Only a verbal notification to the landfill is required

Explanation

Demolitions are regulated regardless of whether asbestos is present, because demolition by definition disturbs regulated material if any exists. The operator must still notify the agency.

Question 48Notice of Intent (NOI) Submission and Review

Which information must appear on a notice of intent?

  1. The scheduled start and completion dates and the estimated amount of material Correct answer.
  2. The disposal fee schedule
  3. The names of individual abatement workers and their certifications
  4. The building's property tax assessment

Explanation

The notice must describe the work, including start and completion dates and the estimated quantity of regulated material. Personnel rosters and financial details are not required elements.

Question 49Notice of Intent (NOI) Submission and Review

An operator realizes the start date on a submitted notice is wrong and must move the work earlier. What is the correct action?

  1. Wait until the original start date passes
  2. Cancel the project permanently
  3. Proceed on the new date without informing the agency
  4. Submit a revised notice as soon as the change is known Correct answer.

Explanation

When scheduled dates change, the operator should submit a revised notice promptly so the agency's records and inspection schedule stay accurate. Proceeding silently defeats the purpose of the notice.

Question 50Notice of Intent (NOI) Submission and Review

Which agency typically receives and reviews the notice of intent in a state with an approved delegation of NESHAP authority?

  1. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration
  2. The U.S. EPA regional office in all cases
  3. The state or local air quality agency with delegated authority Correct answer.
  4. The state department of transportation

Explanation

Where authority is delegated, the state or local air pollution control agency receives and reviews notices. EPA retains oversight and handles areas without delegation.