VA DEQ SWM Inspector Exam Preparation/ With Complete Questions And
Correct Answers| Latest Version!!
What element is targeted by water quality criteria? - ANSWER-Phosphorous, it indicates
pollution by bonding with other pollutants.
Every year, the locality VSMP must submit information to DEQ. When is this due, and what info
must be provided? - ANSWER-Due by Oct. 1, and must include: new types of SWM facilities,
geographic coordinates of them, acres treated, and surface waters/karst features into which
they discharge.
A locality VSMP must be at least as stringent as what state permit? - ANSWER-The construction
GP
What is the maximum penalty that may be imposed under the stormwater management act? -
ANSWER-$32,500
How long must a VSMP authority retain a registration statement? - ANSWER-At least three years
after project completion or state permit termination.
, How often must DEQ conduct program reviews? - ANSWER-DEQ must complete a program
review once every five years.
Where are the two locations where the notice of coverage letter must be posted? - ANSWER-1)
onsite near the main entrance, and 2) in the General information section of the SWPPP
What five things must be included in the general information section of the SWPPP? - ANSWER-
1) signed copy of registration statement
2) copy of the notice of coverage letter
3) copy of the construction GP
4) narrative description of the construction activity
5) Legible site plans
What is the inspection frequency for a site's qualified personnel in areas which have temporary
stabilization? - ANSWER-Once a month
If a qualified personnel discovers an ESC practice is not functioning or improperly installed, how
long do they have to fix it? - ANSWER-No longer than 7 days after discovery.
Correct Answers| Latest Version!!
What element is targeted by water quality criteria? - ANSWER-Phosphorous, it indicates
pollution by bonding with other pollutants.
Every year, the locality VSMP must submit information to DEQ. When is this due, and what info
must be provided? - ANSWER-Due by Oct. 1, and must include: new types of SWM facilities,
geographic coordinates of them, acres treated, and surface waters/karst features into which
they discharge.
A locality VSMP must be at least as stringent as what state permit? - ANSWER-The construction
GP
What is the maximum penalty that may be imposed under the stormwater management act? -
ANSWER-$32,500
How long must a VSMP authority retain a registration statement? - ANSWER-At least three years
after project completion or state permit termination.
, How often must DEQ conduct program reviews? - ANSWER-DEQ must complete a program
review once every five years.
Where are the two locations where the notice of coverage letter must be posted? - ANSWER-1)
onsite near the main entrance, and 2) in the General information section of the SWPPP
What five things must be included in the general information section of the SWPPP? - ANSWER-
1) signed copy of registration statement
2) copy of the notice of coverage letter
3) copy of the construction GP
4) narrative description of the construction activity
5) Legible site plans
What is the inspection frequency for a site's qualified personnel in areas which have temporary
stabilization? - ANSWER-Once a month
If a qualified personnel discovers an ESC practice is not functioning or improperly installed, how
long do they have to fix it? - ANSWER-No longer than 7 days after discovery.
