New York State Asbestos Investigator Practice Exam

What does the operations and maintenance certificate allow you to do?

1. Plan the scope of asbestos projects

2. Oversee asbestos abatement projects

3. Perform maintenance and repair activities that may disturb minor amounts of ACM

4. Conduct complete asbestos removal

The correct answer is: Perform maintenance and repair activities that may disturb minor amounts of ACM

The operations and maintenance certificate specifically authorizes individuals to perform maintenance and repair activities that may disturb minor amounts of asbestos-containing materials (ACM). This certification is crucial for ensuring that maintenance workers can safely handle situations where ACM might be present without needing to conduct a full-scale abatement project. It emphasizes understanding how to manage asbestos in a way that minimizes risk, including awareness of proper procedures and safety measures when working in areas where ACM exists. While the other choices refer to more extensive responsibilities related to asbestos management and removal, they fall outside the scope of what the operations and maintenance certificate permits. For instance, planning the scope of asbestos projects or overseeing abatement projects requires a higher level of certification, as these tasks involve significant planning, risk assessment, and management of possibly hazardous conditions associated with larger quantities of ACM. Conducting complete asbestos removal, on the other hand, necessitates specialized training and certification that goes beyond operations and maintenance activities.