Illinois HazMat Ops Practice Exam

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Which of the following agencies is NOT considered a major regulatory body for Hazmat?

Department of Transportation
Environmental Protection Agency
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Centers for Disease Control

The correct answer is: Centers for Disease Control

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is primarily focused on public health and safety, particularly in relation to disease control and prevention. While the CDC does engage in certain aspects of hazard communication, primarily concerning biological materials and infectious diseases, it is not a regulatory body specifically focused on hazardous materials management in the same way as the other listed agencies. In contrast, the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulates the transport of hazardous materials, ensuring safe and compliant movement of these substances across various modes of transport. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) oversees environmental regulations, including those pertaining to hazardous waste and air and water quality issues. Likewise, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulates the use of radioactive materials and the safety of nuclear power plants, which falls within the realm of hazardous materials due to the potential risks associated with nuclear substances. Thus, while all these agencies play critical roles in areas related to hazards, the CDC is not primarily concerned with the particular regulations governing hazardous materials in the way that the other agencies are.