2200 E. Devon Ave., Suite 246, Des Plaines IL. 60018 www.SureWinInc.com 888-844-7515 x x xx IEH1 Sample Exam Indoor Environmental Hazards, IL. Lic. #564.001535 T F 1. Indoor environmental health hazards are controllable. T F 2. Formaldehyde is just one of many indoor pollutants that can cause health problems. T F 3. Studies show indoor air can be more polluted than outdoor air. T F 4. Testing for asbestos is the only way, unless it is marked, to determine its presence. T F 5. CO is found in combustion fumes. T F 6. Our tap water is contaminant free. T F 7. Environmental health effects depend on many factors like level, length of exposure and the individual. T F 8. Asbestos can cause Lung Diseases. T F 9. Asbestos was only used in insulation. T F 10. Asbestos is rarely used alone in products. T F 11. Asbestos fibers are generally not broken down into other compounds and remain virtually unchanged over long periods of time. T F 12. We are exposed to high levels of asbestos in the air we breathe. T F 13. Removal is the only solution for asbestos. T F 14. CO is a colorless, odorless gas. T F 15. Proper installation and maintenance of fuel burning appliances is critical to prevent CO poisoning. T F 16. CO is a poisonous gas. T F 17. It takes years to feel the effects of CO. T F 18. Hundreds of people die accidentally each year from CO poisoning. T F 19. CO detectors should be a backup but not a replacement for proper installation and maintenance of fuel burning appliances. T F 20. The Safe Drinking Water act regulates all water sources. T F 21. The risk of having problems with a well depends on location and maintenance. 1 of 3 Copyright© Sure Win Inc. IL. Lic. #562.000223 06/2008 T F 22. There is no such thing as naturally pure water. T F 23. Ground water is the water extracted from inside the earth. T F 24. Boiling water eliminates all contaminants. T F 25. Many serious water contamination problems can only be found by testing. T F 26. Urea formaldehyde is found in foam insulation. T F 27. Formaldehyde turns into a gas at room temperature. T F 28. Formaldehyde levels vary with temperature and humidity. T F 29. Formaldehyde is found in many household items. T F 30. Formaldehyde is a deadly gas. T F 31. Formaldehyde levels are usually higher indoors than outdoors. T F 32. Low levels of formaldehyde produce health problems for most people. T F 33. Asbestos breaks down into other minerals rapidly. T F 34. Asbestos is a mineral found in the earths crust. T F 35. If you are unsure of the presence of asbestos you should take samples and test by yourself. T F 36. Asbestos fibers are continuously given off until the asbestos in the products is depleted. T F 37. Make sure you sweep or vacuum any debris from asbestos containing materials. T F 38. Taking samples and doing repairs on asbestos containing materials can create a health risk where none existed before. T F 39. High levels of CO cause symptoms that resemble flu or food poisoning. T F 40. Carbon monoxide alarms should be double tested each year. T F 41. When carbon monoxide poisoning occurs you could lose consciousness. T F 42. You should heat your home with your oven. T F 43. The air pressure indoors must be greater than outdoors for proper ventilation of CO. T F 44. When using fuel burning appliances do not follow the manufactures directions. T F 45. You need to regularly check your appliance venting for holes, cracks or obstructions. T F 46. Public water systems are not required to test the treated water. T F 47. Public water system are required to inform you of any contaminant violations. 2 of 3 Copyright© Sure Win Inc. IL. Lic. #562.000223 06/2008 T F 48. Most drinking water contaminants are at levels that are not dangerous. T F 49. Boiling your water will kill microorganisms. T F 50. You can boil out lead. T F 51. All water treatment units need maintenance and upkeep. T F 52. No water treatment removes all contaminants. T F 53. The FDA regulates bottled water. T F 54. Distillation and Reverse Osmosis are the most common treatments for bottled water. T F 55. Our sources of water for use are safe from contamination. T F 56. All of us must play a part in keeping our water sources from contamination. T F 57. Bringing in outdoor air will increase formaldehyde levels. T F 58. You can not control formaldehyde levels. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. T T T T T F T T F T T F 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. F T T T F T T F T T T F 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 3 of 3 T T T T T F T F F T F F 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. F T F T T F T F T F T T 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. T F T T T T F T F F Copyright© Sure Win Inc. IL. Lic. #562.000223 06/2008
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