Spill Prevention, Control, And Countermeasures

Which of the following are the three response planning levels a facility must prepare for? (Select three.)

• A.  Discharge greater than 2,100 gallons and

       less than or equal to 36,000 gallons

• B. Best case discharge

• C.  Discharge of 2,100 gallons or less

• D.  Worst case discharge

Which of the following is NOT a form of secondary containment?

• A.  Booms

• B.  Inspections

• C.  Curbs

• D.  Barriers

Which of the following items would lead a facility to be subject to the SPCC Rule (Select all that apply.)

• A.  A reasonable expectation of oil discharge into or upon navigable waters or adjoining shorelines

• B.  An aboveground aggregate oil storage capacity exceeding 1,320 gallons.  An aboveground aggregate oil storage capacity exceeding 1,320 gallons

• C.  An underground aggregate oil storage capacity exceeding 42,000 gallons

Some farms are required to develop an SPCC plan.

• A.  True

• B.  False

The SPCC rule does not require facilities to regulate the drainage from secondary containment areas in order to prevent contamination into the natural drainage system.

• A.  True

• B.  False

If a facility is located at a distance where a discharge from the facility could cause injury to fish, wildlife, and sensitive environments, they must submit a ________ to the EPA.

• A.  facility response coordinator

• B.  facility-specific response plan

Which of the following items should be covered in the training given to the employees involved in handling oil? (Select all that apply.)

• A.  Relevant pollution control laws, rules, and regulations

• B.  The contents of the SPCC plan

• C.  Operating and maintenance procedures

• D.  Discharge procedure protocols

Which of the following do alarm systems commonly include? (Select all that apply.)

• A. Direct audible or code signal communication

• B. Manually operated valves

• C. Fast response systems such as digital computers or telepulse

• D. Direct sight level gauges

If a facility is unable to provide secondary containment, a spill contingency plan is required to be included in the SPCC plan.

• A.  True

• B.  False

The person accountable for the overall spill prevention and response procedures is referred to as the ________.

• A.  Emergency Action Planner

• B.  Facility Response Coordinator

• C.  Manager-on-duty