NEHA General Environmental Health Practice Test

When selecting a site for a public building, certain undesirable features must be carefully considered to ensure the health and safety of the community. A low swampy area is particularly concerning due to its potential for standing water, which can create an environment conducive to the breeding of mosquitoes and other pests. These pests can transmit diseases, posing significant public health risks.

Additionally, low swampy areas often have poor drainage, leading to issues with flooding and soil instability. Remediation efforts in such areas may include improving drainage systems or elevating the building site to mitigate these risks. The most immediate public health concern associated with swampy areas is the increased likelihood of vector-borne diseases, which can have broader implications for community health.

In contrast, while busy intersections, hillside locations, and densely populated areas present challenges, they do not inherently carry the same level of direct public health threats that low swampy areas do. For example, a busy intersection might raise safety concerns regarding traffic and noise but can be managed through urban planning and traffic control measures. Similarly, hillside locations might be more susceptible to landslides, but again, these risks do not directly correlate with public health in the same way that the issues associated with swampy areas do. Densely populated areas may pose