EPA LEAD INSPECTOR EXAM AND 2023-2024 ACTUAL EXAM 110 QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES|AGRADE

EPA LEAD INSPECTOR EXAM AND 2023-2024 ACTUAL

EXAM 110 QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT DETAILED

ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES|AGRADE

An XRF analyzer works by exposing a paint surface to radiation emitted

from a seated source inside the instrument. The source of this radiation

is generally known as - ANSWER- cobalt or cadmium

Title X was issued in 1992 by - ANSWER- HUD?

Any certified lead inspector is VERY careful when handling an XRF

analyzer. Great care should be taken not to ________ due to the fact that

the instrument contains a verified source of radioactive material. -

ANSWER- All of the above

How often should a wipe test be taken on the surface of the XRF and

analyzed for radioactive levels - ANSWER- Every 3 years?

An XRF analyzer instrument is a technically complicated tool. Under no

circumstances should one: - ANSWER- tamper with or attempt to

replace the radiation source

Exposure to radiation is affect by: - ANSWER- STD

Lead is one of the following - ANSWER- a heavy metal

Even with the safe use of radioactive material, the possible risk of

exposure requires that inspectors be proactive in protecting themselves.

Therefore, OSHA recommends that all inspectors using an XRF

analyzer wear: - ANSWER- dosimeters

A transom would be typically a component of: - ANSWER- Door

Unusual variability is a short-term problem usually caused by changing

substrates. Therefore, the first reading after changing substrates should

be - ANSWER- Averaged?

The transportation of an XRF analyzer requires specific: - ANSWERAll of the above

Whom is responsible for the licensing and registration of an XRF

analyzer: - ANSWER- The company owner

A newel post would typically be a component of a: - ANSWERStaircase

Lead dust is usually found in heaviest concentration: - ANSWER- In

window trough

In order to avoid contract liability, inspectors should follow the

following guidelines: - ANSWER- All of the above