EPA MODEL LEAD BASED PAINT RISK
ASSESSOR; COMPREHENSIVE QUESTIONS &
VERIFIED ANSWERS (GRADED A+)
1978 - correct-answer-When did they reduce to Lead Levels in consumer products
The underside of a horizontal surface which projects beyond a wall line, such as an
overhanging roof. - correct-answer-What is a soffit?
False - correct-answer-T/F: The risk assessor should be involved in the process of
selecting a contractor.
1. There are big cracks in the walls.
2. Ceiling is leaking in the bathroom and the kitchen.
3. The window wells are in disrepair- and contain paint chips.
4. Right across the street there's a battery recycling shop. - correct-answer-
Scenario: You arrive on premises and are scheduled to conduct a visual
assessment of the property. Which do you take note of?
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A risk assessment determines the Lead Hazards and An EBL investigation focus on
where the child has been and the cause or causes of exposure. - correct-answer-
What's the difference between a risk assessment and an EBL child investigation
To determine and report the existence, nature, severity, and location of lead paint
hazards and potential remedies - correct-answer-The objective of a Risk
Assessment is:
A surface by surface investigation for determining the presence and location of
lead based paint and report the results - correct-answer-What is the definition of
a Lead Inspection:
- Condition of paint
- various pathways (dust and soil)
- Future plans (maintenance and rehabilitation) - correct-answer-A Risk Assessor
must consider the following factors in addition to the concentration of lead in
paint:
A supplement to - correct-answer-A Risk assessment is best described as
_________ the approach of lead paint Inspection and Abatement.
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In good condition - correct-answer-A Lead Hazard screen is a type of Risk
assessment that applies to housing that is:
- Determining the most appropriate evaluation process and obtaining background
information
- Conducting the evaluation and determining the actual hazards
-Providing guidance toward reducing and eliminating lead hazards and producing
a written report - correct-answer-The Risk Assessment process developed by HUD
include:
- Collect background information on the number of similar units in the
development, the construction date, and the number of children in each unit
- Collection information on the management and maintenance of the units within
the development - correct-answer-Before conducting a Risk Assessment, the Risk
Assessor should:
Deteriorated paint, friction and impact surfaces, areas that have been mouthed by
a child, bare soil and accumulated dust. - correct-answer-The Visual Assessment
identifies:
<10% - correct-answer-The condition of fair for interior components with small
surface areas would have ______ of deterioration:
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Paint that is loosened or broken because of impact - correct-answer-Chipped
paint is defined as:
Chewing on lead contaminated components - correct-answer-Children are most
commonly poisoned by:
Any claims made while the policy is in effect. - correct-answer-What is covered
under Claim only insurance:
Replace it. - correct-answer-How to treat a carpet or furniture exposed to lead
paint.
All living areas where young children are most likely to come into contact with
dust - correct-answer-Dust samples must be collected in:
4 except of course when the dwelling unit has less than four - correct-answer-The
Guidelines recommend that a risk assessor select a minimum of _______ rooms
for dust sampling