Environmental Health and Safety

Question 1

Which material is a common indoor air pollutant?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

natural gas

Question 2

Read this US policy on clean water.The Clean Water Act (CWA) establishes the basic structure for regulating discharges of pollutants into the waters of the United States and regulating quality standards for surface water. – "Summary of the Clean Water Act,” Environmental Protection Agency

Revolt · Accepted Answer

to enforce standards that focus on chemical discharge into bodies of water

Question 3

Which is a source of water pollution?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

chemical waste discharged from an oil refinery

Question 4

Read this US policy on clean water.The Clean Water Act (CWA) establishes the basic structure for regulating discharges of pollutants into the waters of the United States and regulating quality standards for surface water.–Summary of the Clean Water Act, Environmental Protection Agency

Revolt · Accepted Answer

by monitoring a toxic spill that affects a drinking water supply

Question 5

Which is an environmental concern?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

having groundwater affected by a nearby landfill

Question 6

Lucia spends much time outdoors and has developed freckles on her skin.How can she best prevent more freckles from appearing?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

by applying sunscreen with a high SPF before going outside

Question 7

Which strategy would a global health organization most likely use to reduce health effects from air pollution?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Suggest technologies that can be adapted worldwide for different uses.

Question 8

Which strategy can a state health department initiate to improve health?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Inspect and license health facilities that provide services to people.

Question 9

Which step would a state health department most likely take to reduce lead exposure?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Promote health-planning operations to limit lead exposure at home.

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