Core TradesQuestion 60 of 700
During site grading, best management practices such as silt fences and fiber rolls are installed PRIMARILY to:
a.Increase the compaction of the subgrade soil
b.Prevent sediment-laden runoff from leaving the site
c.Provide fall protection for workers on slopes
d.Mark property boundaries for the surveyor
Explanation
Erosion and sediment control BMPs keep soil-laden stormwater from washing off the site into streets and waterways, meeting stormwater rules. They do not compact soil, protect workers from falls, or mark boundaries.
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