California ICC UST Inspector Practice Exam

Which of the following statements about diesel emergency generator tank (EGT) systems is INCORRECT?

1. An EGT system in a vault is exempt from secondary containment testing

2. Unburied fuel piping is excluded from the definition of UST with visual inspections

3. Secondary containment components of EGT must be tested every January 1, 2005

4. Secondary containment components may be tested using ELD if specified

The correct answer is: Secondary containment components of EGT must be tested every January 1, 2005

The statement regarding secondary containment components of Emergency Generator Tank (EGT) systems needing to be tested every January 1, 2005, is incorrect because it implies a specific date for compliance that does not align with the regulations or testing requirements. In reality, secondary containment systems must meet ongoing maintenance and testing requirements as mandated by local regulations and specific operational protocols, rather than adhering to a fixed date. Regulatory entities typically require that secondary containment systems be monitored, tested, and maintained routinely to ensure they are functioning correctly, but there is no singular mandate that states testing must happen on a specific annual date, particularly one that has already passed such as January 1, 2005. This lack of a fixed date emphasizes that the testing schedule should be based on regulatory requirements and best management practices rather than arbitrary deadlines. The other statements mention specific characteristics or exceptions related to EGT systems that are consistent with regulatory frameworks. For example, EGT systems in vaults might not require the same type of secondary containment testing due to their inherently protected environment, and unburied fuel piping's qualifications might rely on different inspection methods than those applicable to underground storage tanks. Additionally, the option concerning the testing method with ELD aligns with best practices in monitoring and