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Every question in this bank cites a source -- primarily 40 CFR (98%) and 40 CFR 262 Subpart B (2%) of this exam's citations.
Correct answer: B. Make a hazardous waste determination for each solid waste generated
Correct. 40 CFR 262.11 requires every generator to determine whether a solid waste is a hazardous waste, using knowledge of the process or testing.
Correct answer: B. 1,000 kg (2,200 lbs) or more of hazardous waste, or more than 1 kg of acutely hazardous waste
Correct. 40 CFR 262.13 sets the LQG threshold at 1,000 kg/month or more of hazardous waste (or more than 1 kg/month of acutely hazardous waste).
Correct answer: A. 100 kg and 1,000 kg of hazardous waste per calendar month
Correct. 40 CFR 262.13 defines the SQG range as generating between 100 kg and 1,000 kg of hazardous waste per calendar month (and no more than 1 kg of acutely hazardous waste).
Correct answer: B. Less than or equal to 100 kg of hazardous waste per calendar month (and no more than 1 kg of acutely hazardous waste)
Correct. 40 CFR 262.13 sets the VSQG threshold at generating 100 kg or less of hazardous waste per month (with a lower limit for acutely hazardous waste).
Correct answer: A. 1 year from the date it becomes a universal waste (or is generated), absent an approved extension
Correct. 40 CFR 273.13 (small quantity handlers) and 273.14 (large quantity handlers) generally cap universal waste accumulation at 1 year, with limited extension provisions in specific circumstances.