CFATS ICSSCADA Practice Questions (Page 6)

Questions 26–30

1. 26foundation · easy

   Which of the following is an enforcement action that CISA can take under CFATS?

   • AOrdering the facility to shut down immediately without a hearing
   • BIssuing a fine of up to $25,000 per day for non-compliance
   • CRevoking a facility's environmental permits
   • DRequiring the facility to publish a notice of non-compliance in local newspapers
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2. 27application · medium

   A covered chemical facility has had its Site Security Plan (SSP) approved by DHS. During a routine compliance inspection, DHS inspectors find that the facility has not implemented the cybersecurity measures described in the approved SSP. What is the most likely consequence?

   • AThe facility will automatically lose its CFATS coverage and be shut down immediately.
   • BThe facility will be required to submit a new Top-Screen to reassess its risk level.
   • CDHS will issue an order requiring the facility to correct the deficiency within a specified timeframe, and may impose civil penalties.
   • DDHS will refer the matter to OSHA for enforcement under process safety management regulations.
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4. 28foundation · easy

   Which federal agency administers the CFATS program?

   • AOccupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
   • BCybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
   • CDepartment of Transportation (DOT)
   • DEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA)
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5. 29application · medium

   A mid-sized chemical distribution facility stores 8,000 pounds of chlorine for water treatment. The facility's safety manager believes CFATS does not apply because the facility is not a 'major' chemical plant and has never received a letter from DHS. Which action is most appropriate for the facility to take?

   • AWait for DHS to send an official letter of determination before taking any action.
   • BConduct a full Security Vulnerability Assessment (SVA) immediately to prepare for CFATS compliance.
   • CComplete a Top-Screen online through the Chemical Security Assessment Tool (CSAT) to determine if the facility is covered.
   • DDocument that the facility is exempt because it is not a 'major' chemical plant as defined by OSHA.
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6. 30foundation · easy

   What is the primary purpose of the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) program?

   • ATo provide federal funding for chemical facility infrastructure upgrades
   • BTo regulate the transportation of hazardous chemicals across state lines
   • CTo establish security requirements for high-risk chemical facilities to prevent terrorist attacks
   • DTo enforce environmental protection standards for chemical waste disposal
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