Certified Storm Water Operator Practice Exam

Which agencies are responsible for administering Part 91?

1. FEMA, EPA, and local councils

2. CEAs, MEAs, and APAs

3. State police, health department, and DOT

4. Land management, wildlife, and forestry

The correct answer is: CEAs, MEAs, and APAs

The correct choice identifies CEAs (County Environmental Administrators), MEAs (Municipal Environmental Administrators), and APAs (Approved Programs Administrators) as the agencies responsible for administering Part 91. This is relevant in the context of stormwater management as Part 91 refers to the regulations governing the management of water resources, particularly related to the discharge of stormwater and other water quality issues. Each type of administrator plays a distinct role in ensuring compliance with water management regulations at local levels. CEAs typically focus on overseeing county-level environmental regulations, while MEAs work within municipalities to enforce stormwater rules and regulations. APAs are involved in administering approved programs that promote compliance with both state and federal water quality standards. Their responsibilities include providing guidance, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, and facilitating education and outreach to the community. In contrast, the other choices do not accurately represent the agencies responsible for Part 91. FEMA focuses on emergency management and disaster response rather than day-to-day water management, while the state police, health department, and DOT have broader mandates that include public safety and transportation but do not directly administer stormwater regulations. Similarly, land management, wildlife, and forestry agencies are more concerned with land use and conservation rather than specifically with the regulatory