CWEA CSM Grade 2 - Practice Test
Questions And Correct Answers
In order to accurately estimate the flow of a sanitary sewer overflow (SSO) you must
have:
Spill start time, spill end time and spill rate
Providing a plan and schedule to properly manage, operate and maintain all parts of
the sanitary sewer system is the goal of a:
A sewer system management plan (SSMP)
What are the basics elements of a safety program?
Safety policy, statement, safety training, accident investigation
What factor must be considered when obtaining an easement for construction and
maintenance of a collection system?
Access for equipment and personnel
As the division manager you receive a request from your board or council, and they
want an immediate response. You do not know all the answers you should:
,Respond with the information available and update them with more
If you were a supervisor of two lead workers, one whose work was exceptionally good
and a second whose work was substandard, what should you do?
Discuss the problem with the substandard foreman and offer to help before any other
action is taken
In selecting pipe material for maximum service life which factor is more important?
Life expectancy of pipe
What affects the flow capacity of a sewer line?
Pipe size, pipe, material, grade
When a grade conflict exists between a Water main and a sewer main, which of the
following is the best solution?
Have the Water main adjusted and hold the grade on the sewer main
Why is the replacement of wastewater collection systems in some downtown streets
difficult?
Crowding of other underground utilities.
,Under what conditions must each member of the rescue service practice permit space
rescues?
At least once a year in simulated situation using non-representative space conditions
If the camera becomes wedged during a video inspection, which of the following
would be your first step in solving the problem?
Attempt to free the camera with the tag line.
Drawings which are considered "As Built" would be?
Corrected construction drawings showing changes made in the field installation.
Legally Responsible Officials are required to report category 1 sanitary sewer
overflows:
Within 2 hrs.
Span & Control relates to the number of subordinates who can be supervised
effectively by one supervisor. At the top level of organizations, what is this number?
9 to 11
What is the best approach to take when handling on-the-job conflicts?
, Communicate clearly without attacking the other person or personalizing the conflict
What tools are used with a power rodder?
Spring blades
Tools used for sewer rodding do not include the:
Lag screw
What items would you consider when selecting a solution to clear a stoppage in a
sewer?
Cause of stoppage
The lowest point on the inside of a pipeline is called the:
Invert
Emergency stoppages in pipelines may be cleared safely by use of:
High velocity cleaners (HVC)
Questions And Correct Answers
In order to accurately estimate the flow of a sanitary sewer overflow (SSO) you must
have:
Spill start time, spill end time and spill rate
Providing a plan and schedule to properly manage, operate and maintain all parts of
the sanitary sewer system is the goal of a:
A sewer system management plan (SSMP)
What are the basics elements of a safety program?
Safety policy, statement, safety training, accident investigation
What factor must be considered when obtaining an easement for construction and
maintenance of a collection system?
Access for equipment and personnel
As the division manager you receive a request from your board or council, and they
want an immediate response. You do not know all the answers you should:
,Respond with the information available and update them with more
If you were a supervisor of two lead workers, one whose work was exceptionally good
and a second whose work was substandard, what should you do?
Discuss the problem with the substandard foreman and offer to help before any other
action is taken
In selecting pipe material for maximum service life which factor is more important?
Life expectancy of pipe
What affects the flow capacity of a sewer line?
Pipe size, pipe, material, grade
When a grade conflict exists between a Water main and a sewer main, which of the
following is the best solution?
Have the Water main adjusted and hold the grade on the sewer main
Why is the replacement of wastewater collection systems in some downtown streets
difficult?
Crowding of other underground utilities.
,Under what conditions must each member of the rescue service practice permit space
rescues?
At least once a year in simulated situation using non-representative space conditions
If the camera becomes wedged during a video inspection, which of the following
would be your first step in solving the problem?
Attempt to free the camera with the tag line.
Drawings which are considered "As Built" would be?
Corrected construction drawings showing changes made in the field installation.
Legally Responsible Officials are required to report category 1 sanitary sewer
overflows:
Within 2 hrs.
Span & Control relates to the number of subordinates who can be supervised
effectively by one supervisor. At the top level of organizations, what is this number?
9 to 11
What is the best approach to take when handling on-the-job conflicts?
, Communicate clearly without attacking the other person or personalizing the conflict
What tools are used with a power rodder?
Spring blades
Tools used for sewer rodding do not include the:
Lag screw
What items would you consider when selecting a solution to clear a stoppage in a
sewer?
Cause of stoppage
The lowest point on the inside of a pipeline is called the:
Invert
Emergency stoppages in pipelines may be cleared safely by use of:
High velocity cleaners (HVC)
