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Question 1
Correct
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In S.A, basic assessments are required by law for a range of listed activities, in terms of
Select one:
National Building Regulations and Buildings Standards Act (Act 103 of 1997)
National Environmental Assessments Act (Act 107 of 1997)
Natural Scientific Professions Act (Act 106 of 2003)
National Environmental Management Act (Act 107 of 1998) 
National Heritage Resources Act (Act 25 of 1999)
Your answer is correct.

The correct answer is: National Environmental Management Act (Act 107 of 1998)
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Question 2
Correct
The birds depicted in the photos above often collide with powerlines and are killed. What are their correct names?
Select one:
Eagle and Vulture
Spur-wing goose and Flamingo 
Falcon and Fish Eagle

Wattled Crane and Stork
Crowned Crane and Crowned Eagle

The correct answer is:
Spur-wing goose and Flamingo
Question 3
Correct
A practical example of how a business/industry can use its procurement influence to respond to the climate change challenge is...
Select one:
Fine all employees who contravene company environmental policies
Educate their employees on climate change
Source products or use companies that have low carbon footprints or support sustainability principles, eg. energy saving 
computers.
Support environmental movements such as Greta Thunberg's "School Strike for Climate"
Re-plant trees for those destroyed during construction

Source products or use companies that have low carbon footprints or support sustainability principles, eg. energy saving computers.
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Question 4
Correct
Stream clean-up by a local youth group, is an example of which sustainability tool?
Select one:
Social Impact Assessment (SIA)
Environmental Education
Ecological Footprint
Environmental Management Programme (EMPr)
Environmental Handprint 

The correct answer is: Environmental Handprint
Question 5
Correct
Which of the following statements about the 2021 carbon footprint (ENEL2EN Assignment 2) undertaken by UKZN students is TRUE?
(a) The average CO2 footprint of the students was approx. 11 tons
(b) The average CO2 footprint of the students was approx. 3 tons
(c) Most students CO2 footprint was above the SA CO2 footprint of 6.95 tons
(d) All students CO2 footprint was below the US carbon footprint of 50 tons
Select one:
(a), (c) 
(a), (b), (c), (d)
(b), (d)
(b), (c)
(a), (b), (d)

The correct answer is: (a), (c)
Question 6
Correct
A Durban-based clothing factory emits the equivalent of 100 tons of CO2 annually, which is equivalent to approx.
Select one:
9 tons of Carbon
66 tons of Carbon
27.3 tons of Carbon 
33.3 tons of Carbon
18.2 tons of Carbon

The correct answer is: 27.3 tons of Carbon
Question 7
Correct
Up to how many days can it take the competent authority (Dept of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment, DFFE) to issue the
Environmental Authorisation (EA)/license for a project?
Select one:
107 days 
14 days
30 days
365 days
200 days

The correct answer is: 107 days
Question 8
Correct
Besides air pollution from coal-fired power stations, what are other common sources of major air pollution in the SA?
(a) other industries, e.g. petrochemical refineries
(b) volcanic eruptions
(c) motor vehicles
(d) household coal burning
Select one:
(a), (b), (c)
(a), (b), (c), (d)
(a), (c), (d) 
(b), (c)
(b), (c), (d)

The correct answer is: (a), (c), (d)
Question 9
Correct
Managers (leadership) are required to play a greater role in environmental issues and this is covered in which clause of the EMS,
ISO14001:2015?
Select one:
Clause 14
Clause 4
Clause 7
Clause 5 
Clause 6

The correct answer is: Clause 5
Question 10
Correct
Case study: 100 protected trees cut down by a construction team.

A practical action (mitigation measure) that must be in the EMPr to address the failure of procedure as the root cause of this impact
could be…
Select one:
Train employees about protected trees, the need to protect them and the legal requirement
Dismiss the workers who cut the trees
Develop environmental guidelines (written instructions) on trees for employees 
Issue better equipment for tree cutting
Stop the project

Develop environmental guidelines (written instructions) on trees for employees
Question 11
Correct
The EMPr for managing air pollution caused by earthworks for a new township development, must cover the following issues:
(a) unnecessary dust must not be created if possible
(b) only remove vegetation where absolutely necessary
(c) soil stockpile must be covered with nets or used as soon as possible
(d) limit dust generation work during high winds
Select one:
(a), (c), (d)
(c), (d)
(a), (b), (d)
(a), (b), (c), (d) 
(a), (d)

The correct answer is: (a), (b), (c), (d)
Question 12
Correct
The generation of electricity that has the least documented environmental impact is
Select one:
Nuclear power
Solar power 
Hydro-electric power
Coal-fired power
Pump-storage power

The correct answer is: Solar power
Question 13
Correct
The decision of the DFFE after the Environmental Assessment has been submitted can be…
(a) Re-locate the project to another country
(b) No go (project stopped)
(c) Go (project to proceed)
(d) Re-submit (need more info to make a decision)
Select one:
(c), (d)
(b), (d)
(b), (c), (d) 
(a), (b), (c), (d)
(b), (c)

The correct answer is: (b), (c), (d)
Question 14
Correct
If one wishes to borrow money from the World Bank, one has to comply to its strict environmental requirements, which are contained
in the World Bank’s
Select one:
COP26 Agreement
Sustainable Development Goals
Green Climate Fund
Global Environmental Facility
Equator Principles 

The correct answer is: Equator Principles
Question 15
Correct
How many trees does a family have to plant to offset their carbon footprint if the family emits the equivalent of 33 tons of CO2 from
their electricity, transport, waste and food related emissions? (Assuming that a single tree can assimilate/absorb approx. 0.2 tons of
carbon)
Select one:
33
9
45 
7 (6.6)
165

The correct answer is: 45
Question 16
Correct
Some of the environmental outreach (external) programmes of Eskom include:

(a) Eskom Expo for Young Scientists
(b) EduPlant
(c) Save the Rhino Project
(d) Eskom Energy and Sustainability Programme for Youth
Select one:
(a), (b), (d) 
(a), (b), (c), (d)
(b), (d)
(a), (c), (d)
(a), (b)

The correct answer is: (a), (b), (d)
Question 17
Correct
An EMPr is developed for a project to set out actions to be taken and standards to be met in order to avoid, control, reduce or
remediate adverse (negative) environmental impacts so as to conform to the requirements of the:
(a) Environmental Assessment findings and recommendations
(b) organisation’s environmental policies and standards
(c) tree permits
(d) Environmental Authorisation
Select one:
(a), (b), (c), (d) 
(a), (c), (d)
(a), (d)
(a), (b), (d)
(c), (d)

Question 18
Correct
Some of practical actions that SA citizens can take to reduce the carbon footprint from their electricity usage are …
(a) reduce electricity consumption by implementing energy saving actions by all family members, e.g. not leaving TV/music system
switched on when nobody is using them
(b) switch over to cleaner energy, such as wind energy from wind turbines
(c) plan trips and drive less
(d) Install energy efficiency products, e.g CFLs, LEDs, etc.
Select one:
(b), (c), (d)
(a), (d) 
(a), (c), (d)
(a), (b), (c), (d)
(a), (b), (c)

The correct answer is: (a), (d)
Question 19
Incorrect
Which of the following are potential engineering solutions for birds that collide with overhead powerlines?
(a) Raptor protector
(b) Insulator shields/platform
(c) Bird flapper
(d) Bird flight diverter
Select one:
(a), (c)
(a), (c), (d)

(a), (d)
(c), (d)
(a), (b), (c), (d)
Your answer is incorrect.

The correct answer is: (c), (d)
Question 20
Correct
Environmental Assessments MUST have three core values, viz. Sustainability, Integrity and Utility. The value of sustainability means…
Select one:
the Environmental Assessment process will result in environmental safeguards 
the Environmental Assessment will provide balanced, credible information for decision-making
the Environmental Assessment process will conform to accepted standards
the Environmental Assessment will have community (interested and affected party) involvement
the Environmental Assessment will ensure a positive outcome for the developer

The correct answer is: the Environmental Assessment process will result in environmental safeguards
Question 21
Correct
An important issue that MUST be considered in all environmental assessment is alternatives to a project and can be alternative:
(a) costs
(b) sites
(c) routes
(d) technologies
Select one:
(b), (c)
(a), (c), (d)
(a), (b), (c), (d)
(c), (d)
(b), (c), (d) 

Question 22
Correct
Some of the World Bank principles to ensure sustainable development, require borrowers to:
(a) comply with the EMPr in the construction and operation of the project
(b) provide regular reports on compliance with the plan
(c) appoint an independent environmental expert to provide additional monitoring and reporting
(d) where applicable, decommission facilities in accordance with an agreed plan
Select one:
(a), (b)
(a), (b), (c)
(a), (c), (d)
(a), (b), (d) 
(a), (b), (c), (d)

Question 23
Correct
Some of the benefits (advantage) of a business developing an EMS include…

(a) assuring customers of commitment to demonstrable environmental management
(b) obtaining insurance at reasonable cost
(c) meeting vendor certification criteria
(d) reducing incidents that result in liability
Select one:
(b), (c), (d)
(a), (b), (c)
(a), (b), (c), (d) 
(a), (b)
(b), (c)

Question 24
Correct
Examples of the relevant interested and affected parties involved in the Environmental Assessment for a development close to a tribal
grave include…
(a) A marine biologist (sea mammal specialist)
(b) AMAFA, the heritage authority
(c) An archaeologist (heritage specialist)
(d) Local communities who use the burial grounds
Select one:
(a), (c), (d)
(a), (b), (c), (d)
(b), (c), (d) 
(a), (b), (c)
(a), (b), (d)

Question 25
Correct
Which is the most suitable route for a powerline construction from the substation (SW) to the houses in the NE of this simplified
drawing?
Select one:
C 
A
Y
B
None

The correct answer is: C
Question 26
Correct
The EMPr for managing medical waste on a construction site, must cover the following issues:
(a) separate “one-way” waste bins to dispose of medical waste must be available
(b) medical waste can be mixed with any other waste due to the small quantities generated
(c) waste bins must be clearly marked and stored in a safe place.
(d) medical waste needs to be disposed at the designated landfill site
Select one:
(a), (b), (c)
(a), (b), (d)
(a), (d)
(c), (d)
(a), (c), (d) 

The correct answer is: (a), (c), (d)
Question 27
Correct
Which of the following about Scoping and EIA (Thorough Assessment Process) are TRUE?
(a) Associated with high levels of pollution/waste/environmental degradation
(b) Impacts cannot easily be predicted
(c) Higher risk activities
(d) There are 29 listed activities (in Listing Notice 2) that require an EIA
Select one:
(b), (d)
(a), (b), (d)
(a), (b), (c), (d) 
(a), (b), (c)
(a), (c), (d)

Question 28
Correct
Some of the key issues of concern for local communities about the shale gas exploration (fracking) project in the UK, as identified in the
Cuadrilla EIA done by Arup Consultants, included:
(a) Waste management
(b) Acoustic (noise)
(c) Geohydrology (water use and contamination)
(d) Transport
Select one:
(c), (d)
(a), (b), (c)
(a), (b), (c), (d)
(b), (c)
(b), (c), (d) 

Question 29
Correct
Some of the value (benefits) of conducting environmental assessments for projects include:
(a) Enhance the overall quality of a project
(b) Avoid delays in construction of the project
(c) Improved integration of projects into their environmental and social settings
(d) Informed decision making
Select one:
(a), (b), (c), (d) 
(a), (c), (d)
(a), (b), (d)
(a), (c)
(c), (d)

Question 30
Correct
Section 28, ‘Duty of Care’ of the National Environmental Management Act (Act 107 of 1998) makes it a legal requirement in SA for all listed
activities to:
Select one:
have an Environmental Management Programme (EMPr) in place for projects 
provide sponsorships to local communities

host regular community workshops
Undertake Environmental Handprint projects
support the anti-rhino poaching campaign

have an Environmental Management Programme (EMPr) in place for projects
Question 31
Correct
Case study: 100 protected trees cut down by a construction team.

An example of the failure of personnel (people) as a root cause of this impact is…
Select one:
Employees working on the project were not trained on relevant environmental issues (trees) for their job 
The wrong equipment was used for the cutting of trees

The tree permit was not obtained
Engineering designs do not incorporate environmental issues such as trees
No environmental guidelines (written instructions) provided to employees for working in areas with trees

Employees working on the project were not trained on relevant environmental issues (trees) for their job
Question 32
Correct
Which of the following water related issues must be included in an EMPr on a project site?
(a) No waste is allowed to be disposed-off in rivers, streams, channels, dams or the sea
(b) Taps must be in good working condition and leakages fixed immediately
(c) Workers are only allowed to drink bottled water
(d) Do not use any unauthorized water on site e.g. river water
Select one:
(a), (b), (c), (d)
(a), (b), (d) 
(a), (d)
(a), (b)
(b), (c), (d)

Question 33
Correct
An Environmental Management System (EMS) based on ISO14001:2015, is a system that:
Select one:
assesses or evaluates the environmental effects of a decision, project, undertaking or activity
describes how activities, that could have a negative impact on the environment, will be managed and monitored and impacted
areas rehabilitated
provides order, consistency and assurance for an organisation to address environmental concerns 
Assesses the carbon footprint of an organisation so as to address climate change
is a valuable tool for decision-makers and planners - it helps to design projects and mitigates their negative impacts

The correct answer is: provides order, consistency and assurance for an organisation to address environmental concerns
Question 34
Correct
The typical (old) response of most companies to address environmental issues is to:
Select one:
IDENTIFY →→ REACT →→ CURE 
PREDICT →→ ADAPT →→ AVOID
AVOID →→ ADAPT →→ PREDICT
IDENTIFY →→ ADAPT →→ CURE
CURE →→ REACT →→ IDENTIFY

The correct answer is: IDENTIFY →→ REACT →→ CURE
Question 35
Correct
Environmental aspects are those elements of an organisation’s activities, product or service that can interact with the environment.
Complete the table below with the correct combination of options for A and B:
Activity Environmental Aspect Environmental Impact
Earth works Removal of topsoil A
Construction of wind B Decrease in bat
generator population
Select one:
A = waste disposal B = loss of biodiversity
A = air pollution from dust B = wildlife interactions with turbines 
A = tree cutting B = noise pollution
A = storage of soil B = wind speed
A = oil spills B = wind turbine location

The correct answer is: A = air pollution from dust B = wildlife interactions with turbines
Question 36
Correct
How many clauses does the international environmental standard, ISO14001:2015, have?
Select one:
14
10 
20
15
5

The correct answer is: 10
Question 37
Correct
Which of the following about Basic Assessments (BA) are TRUE?

(a) A BA is required for the construction of an oil refinery
(b) BA’s are required for smaller scale activities
(c) The predicted impacts of projects where a BA is required, are generally known and can be easily managed
(d) These activities are contained in Listing Notice 2 (R983) of NEMA
Select one:
(b), (c) 
(a), (b)
(c), (d)
(a), (b), (c)
(a), (b), (c), (d)

The correct answer is: (b), (c)
Question 38
Correct
Some of the essential requirements that makes an EMS/ISO14001 effective are…

(a) As long as employees discuss and understand any good environmental practice, there is no need to write down or document such
practices
(b) Pollution prevention
(c) Legal compliance
(d) Continuous improvement
Select one:
(a), (b), (c), (d)
(a), (b), (c)
(a), (c)
(c), (d)
(b), (c), (d) 

Question 39
Correct
Environmental training can be defined as…
Select one:
the study of the moral relationship of human beings to, and also the value and moral status of, the environment and its non-
human contents
the creation of an environmental culture or ethic within an organisation, group or an individual
the training of staff to manage environmental impacts of the organisation’s activities 
a process of sharing and exploring our surroundings to achieve a better understanding of the world and the type of interventions
that are necessary for sustainable living
acquiring an awareness and sensitivity to the total environment and its allied problems

The correct answer is: the training of staff to manage environmental impacts of the organisation’s activities
Question 40
Correct
Some of the risks (negative environmental impacts) of an electricity utility include…

(a) Oil spills/leaks from damaged transformers
(b) Herbicide or pesticide spills/seepage/leaching during application
(c) Litter and untidy sites/properties
(d) Air, land and water pollution, especially at power stations
Select one:
(a), (b), (c)
(a), (b), (c), (d) 
(c), (d)
(b), (c), (d)
(a), (b), (d)

Question 41
Correct
The relatively cheapest electricity currently generated in South Africa is from…
Select one:
Geothermal
Wind
Concentrated solar power (CSP)
Solar photovoltaic
Fossil fuel power (coal) 

The correct answer is: Fossil fuel power (coal)
Question 42
Correct
What environmental impact, caused by powerlines, is best described in the photo above?
Select one:
Loss of indigenous forests/trees
Soil erosion 
Water pollution
Oil contamination of construction site
Mortality of large animals

The correct answer is: Soil erosion
Question 43
Correct
Which environmental impact of electricity distribution, is depicted in the photo above?
Select one:
Electrocution of large animals caused by low hanging electricity conductors 
Death of large animals caused by pollution from power stations
Death of animals from plant poisons (herbicides)
Animals knocked and killed by construction vehicles in the area
Death of animals, caused by loss of trees as a food source

Electrocution of large animals caused by low hanging electricity conductors
Question 44
Correct
Bringing electricity to rural communities, through the electrification programme, contributes to positive environmental impacts in the
following ways:
(a) Reduces air pollution in residential areas that use low grade coal;
(b) Improves the quality of life of people
(c) Minimises the use of trees for energy needs
(d) Enhances education
Select one:
(a), (b), (c)
(a), (b), (d)
(b), (c), (d)
(a), (b), (c), (d) 
(b), (c)

Question 45
Correct
Which of the following circumstance would justify public participation during the specific period where no public participation is
allowed (ito the EIA Regulations) for an Environmental Assessment?
Select one:
Construction work during the Umkhosi woMhlanga (Zulu Reed Dance Ceremony)
Residential developments during Easter
Proposed construction of a wind turbine on a busy tourist beach in KZN 
Fireworks display during Diwali
More than 100 sheep slaughtered for Ramadan

Proposed construction of a wind turbine on a busy tourist beach in KZN
Question 46
Correct
The better technological alternative to providing electricity to a remote and peaceful holiday resort at the site above, that should be
considered is to construct a/an ...
Select one:
Wind turbine 
Coal-fired power station
Nuclear power station
Overhead powerline
Diesel generator

The correct answer is: Wind turbine
Question 47
Correct
In SA, which issue contributes the most to the high carbon footprint of most citizens?
Select one:
Waste disposal
Air travel
Electricity usage 
Food consumption
Water usage

The correct answer is: Electricity usage
Question 48
Correct
Some of the known direct environmental impacts caused by pollution from coal-fired power stations include:
(a) Acid Rain
(b) Global Warming/Green House Effect
(c) loss of indigenous forests
(d) Ozone Depletion
Select one:
(a), (b), (d)
(b), (d)
(b), (c), (d)
(a), (b) 
(a), (b), (c), (d)

The correct answer is: (a), (b)
Question 49
Correct
To set up the EMS, an organization must first determine its environmental context (setting) by considering:
(a) the needs and expectations of interested parties
(b) internal and external issues
(c) risk and opportunities
(d) its financial situation
Select one:
(a), (b), (c) 
(a), (d)
(a), (b), (d)
(b), (c)
(a), (b), (c), (d)

The correct answer is: (a), (b), (c)
Question 50
Correct
Some appropriate and effective ways to involve a local rural community in an environmental assessment for a project in their area
include:
(a) a notice in the Sunday Times
(b) community meeting
(c) notices at local schools
(d) Facebook
Select one:
(b), (d)
(a), (b), (d)
(b), (c) 
(a), (c), (d)
(a),(b), (c)

The correct answer is: (b), (c)
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11/5/22, 11:59 AM 2021 ENEL2ENH2 TEST 02: Attempt review

Started on Thursday, 25 November 2021, 8:26 AM

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Spur-wing goose and Flamingo 

Falcon and Fish Eagle

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Stream clean-up by a local youth group, is an example of which sustainability tool?

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Case study: 100 protected trees cut down by a construction team.

Dismiss the workers who cut the trees

Develop environmental guidelines (written instructions) on trees for employees 

Issue better equipment for tree cutting

Stop the project

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Some of the environmental outreach (external) programmes of Eskom include:

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Some of the benefits (advantage) of a business developing an EMS include…

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provide sponsorships to local communities

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Case study: 100 protected trees cut down by a construction team.

The wrong equipment was used for the cutting of trees

Engineering designs do not incorporate environmental issues such as trees

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An Environmental Management System (EMS) based on ISO14001:2015, is a system that:

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A = storage of soil B = wind speed

A = oil spills B = wind turbine location

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Which of the following about Basic Assessments (BA) are TRUE?

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Some of the essential requirements that makes an EMS/ISO14001 effective are…