#1
Which federal agency regulates Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) in the United States?
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Department of Transportation (DOT)
#2
What is the primary purpose of an Underground Storage Tank (UST)?
To store hazardous waste
To store radioactive materials
To store petroleum or other hazardous substances
To store potable water
#3
What does the acronym 'AST' stand for in the context of tank storage?
Advanced Storage Tank
Aboveground Storage Tank
Automated Storage Tank
Alternative Storage Tank
#4
What is the purpose of a spill bucket in an Underground Storage Tank (UST) system?
To regulate temperature
To prevent overfilling
To enhance leak detection
To provide secondary containment
#5
What is the primary purpose of a leak detection system in an Underground Storage Tank (UST) system?
To regulate temperature
To prevent overfilling
To enhance leak detection
To provide secondary containment
#6
Which of the following is NOT a common material used in the construction of Underground Storage Tanks (USTs)?
Fiberglass
Steel
Concrete
Aluminum
#7
What is the typical frequency of required inspections for Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) in the United States?
Every 5 years
Every 2 years
Every 10 years
Every 1 year
#8
Which of the following is NOT a common leak detection method used for Underground Storage Tanks (USTs)?
Groundwater monitoring
Vapor monitoring
Manual inspection
Statistical inventory reconciliation (SIR)
#9
What is cathodic protection used for in Underground Storage Tanks (USTs)?
To prevent corrosion
To increase tank capacity
To enhance leak detection
To regulate temperature
#10
What is the typical material used for the lining of a spill containment area around an Underground Storage Tank (UST)?
Concrete
Steel
Fiberglass
Polyethylene
#11
What is the primary environmental concern associated with Underground Storage Tanks (USTs)?
Soil contamination
Air pollution
Noise pollution
Water scarcity
#12
Which regulation mandates secondary containment requirements for Underground Storage Tanks (USTs)?
Clean Air Act
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
Safe Drinking Water Act
Clean Water Act
#13
What is the purpose of a shear valve in an Underground Storage Tank (UST) system?
To control the flow rate of fuel
To prevent overfilling
To detect leaks
To prevent fuel spills during earthquakes
#14
Which of the following statements about double-walled Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) is true?
They are less expensive than single-walled tanks.
They do not require leak detection systems.
They offer better protection against leaks and spills.
They are not suitable for storing hazardous substances.
#15
What is the purpose of a vacuum test in the inspection of Underground Storage Tanks (USTs)?
To measure fuel level
To detect leaks
To provide secondary containment
To prevent overfilling