EnvironmentalIntermediateAlaska Exam

In Alaska, the Alaska Contaminated Sites Program (under ADEC) assists property owners by:

APaying all cleanup costs for contaminated properties

BProviding oversight and cleanup standards for contaminated properties, with potential funding assistance for certain sitesCorrect

CExempting contaminated properties from cleanup requirements, though the exact requirements can vary somewhat by jurisdiction

DTransferring liability for contamination to the state

Why Providing oversight and cleanup standards for contaminated properties, with potential funding assistance for certain sites Is Correct

Answer B: Providing oversight and cleanup standards for contaminated properties, with potential funding assistance for certain sites

ADEC's Contaminated Sites Program provides oversight of contaminated site investigations and cleanups, sets cleanup standards, and administers funding programs (such as the LUST Trust Fund for leaking underground storage tank cleanups) that can assist with remediation costs at qualifying sites.

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Environmental questions test knowledge of hazards like asbestos, lead-based paint, radon, and mold. Know the disclosure requirements and when a professional inspection is required. CERCLA liability is strict, joint, and several.

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