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Which of the following statements are true for Erosion and Sedimentation Control (ESC) plan prerequisite compliance?
Suggested Answer: D
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Lovetta
10 months ago
I thought the ESC plan had to be set in stone before design phase.
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Lauran
10 months ago
A compliant ESC plan should be ready before commissioning, right?
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Ashton
10 months ago
The ESC plan can definitely be modified during design!
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Paris
11 months ago
Wait, can you really develop it during construction? Sounds risky.
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Kirk
11 months ago
I agree, B is the correct answer.
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Gladys
11 months ago
D seems important since I think the ESC plan needs to be ready before commissioning starts, but I’m not entirely confident.
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Shay
11 months ago
I recall a practice question where it mentioned that an ESC plan could be developed during construction, which makes me lean towards C.
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Mary
11 months ago
I'm not sure about A; it seems too strict. I feel like plans can be adjusted as needed.
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Shawana
12 months ago
I think option B sounds right because I remember something about modifying plans during the design phase.
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Kattie
12 months ago
Option B sounds right to me. The question specifically mentions the design phase, so I believe the ESC plan can be developed or modified during that time.
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Rodney
1 year ago
I'm leaning towards option D - that a compliant ESC plan must be in place when the commissioning authority is appointed. That seems to align with the idea of having the plan in place early in the process.
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Percy
1 year ago
The key here is that the question is asking about ESC plan compliance, not just the development of the plan. I think option C, that a compliant plan may be developed during construction, is the best answer.
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Lenna
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit confused on this one. I'll need to review the LEED requirements more closely to determine if the ESC plan can be modified during the design phase or if it needs to be in place earlier.
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Latia
1 year ago
I'm pretty sure the ESC plan can be developed or modified during the design phase, so I'll go with option B.
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Shenika
1 year ago
Trying to modify the ESC plan during LEED certification? That's like trying to change the tires on a moving car!
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Lucia
1 year ago
D) A compliant ESC plan must be in place when the commissioning authority is appointed
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Craig
1 year ago
C) A compliant ESC plan may be developed during construction
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Sunny
1 year ago
B) The ESC plan can be developed or modified during the design phase of LEED certification
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Alba
1 year ago
A) The ESC plan cannot be modified during the design phase of the LEED certification
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Marget
1 year ago
D is the correct answer. A compliant ESC plan must be in place before the commissioning authority is appointed to ensure proper site management from the start.
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Deonna
1 year ago
D) A compliant ESC plan must be in place when the commissioning authority is appointed
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Noelia
1 year ago
C) A compliant ESC plan may be developed during construction
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Elliott
1 year ago
B) The ESC plan can be developed or modified during the design phase of LEED certification
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Justine
1 year ago
Hah, imagine trying to come up with an ESC plan on the fly during construction. That would be a recipe for disaster!
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Chaya
1 year ago
C) A compliant ESC plan must be in place when the commissioning authority is appointed
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Heike
1 year ago
B) A compliant ESC plan may be developed during construction
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Marquetta
1 year ago
A) The ESC plan can be developed or modified during the design phase of LEED certification
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Arlyne
2 years ago
I agree with Katina. The ESC plan needs to be in place before construction begins, not during the process.
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Kathryn
1 year ago
D) A compliant ESC plan must be in place when the commissioning authority is appointed
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Nobuko
1 year ago
C) A compliant ESC plan may be developed during construction
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Weldon
1 year ago
B) The ESC plan can be developed or modified during the design phase of LEED certification
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Misty
1 year ago
A) The ESC plan cannot be modified during the design phase of the LEED certification
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Katina
2 years ago
Option B seems the most logical choice here. The ESC plan should be developed and finalized during the design phase, not left till construction.
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Georgene
1 year ago
User 2: I agree, it makes sense to have the plan in place before construction begins.
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Doug
1 year ago
User 1: I think option B is correct. The ESC plan can be developed or modified during the design phase.
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Jame
2 years ago
Hmm, I see your point. Maybe it's important to have a compliant ESC plan in place when the commissioning authority is appointed.
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Elvera
2 years ago
I disagree, I believe the ESC plan can be developed or modified during the design phase.
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Jame
2 years ago
I think the ESC plan cannot be modified during the design phase.