California ICC UST Inspector Practice Exam

What must be done if significant violations are not addressed by the facility owner/operator?

1. Issue a citation immediately

2. Notify the State Water Resources Control Board

3. Attach a red tag to prohibit operation

4. Re-inspect within 30 days

The correct answer is: Attach a red tag to prohibit operation

The appropriate action when significant violations are not addressed by the facility owner or operator is to attach a red tag to prohibit operation. This measure serves as an immediate safeguard to prevent further risks or environmental hazards associated with non-compliance. A red tag indicates that the facility cannot continue its operations until the cited violations are rectified. This is critical for protecting public health, safety, and the environment, ensuring that the facility takes necessary corrective action before resuming operations. In this context, notifying the State Water Resources Control Board may also be an important step, but it does not directly address the immediate need to halt potentially hazardous operations. While issuing a citation or re-inspecting within a specific timeframe could be part of the enforcement process, the urgency and effectiveness of attaching a red tag make it the most appropriate step when significant violations remain unaddressed. This action directly prevents the facility from continuing operations that could be detrimental until compliance is achieved.