1.The original 1872 Mining Law was important because it imposed environmental pr
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1.The original 1872 Mining Law was important because it imposed environmental protection requirements upon mining operations for the first time.
a) True
b) False
2. A NPDES permit is required for:
a) Any industrial wastewater discharger that discharges to a POTW;
b) Any municipal or industrial wastewater discharger that discharges
directly to surface waters of the U.S.;
c) Any air emissions from a wastewater POTW;
d) Both air and wastewater discharged to a POTW.
3. The RCRA regulation that prescribes the management criteria for underground storage tanks containing both hazardous wastes and hazardous liquids (materials), is found in which CFR?
a) 40CFR261
b) 29CFR1910
c) 40CFR280
d) 29CFR1900
4. The U.S. legal system prohibits the revocation of environmental laws that are essential for protection of human health and the environment.
a) True
b) False
5. The act of transporting hazardous materials exceeding threshold quantities via public transportation systems is regulated by (circle all that apply):
a) Federal, state and local authorities;
b) U.S. Department of Transportation;
c) U. S. Postal Service;
d) Federal, U.S. recognized Tribal, state and local authorities.
Explanation / Answer
1. a) True
The environmental restrictions were in place for the first time in mining law.But it has done little to protect the environment.
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