The Comprehensive SWPPP Guide for Construction and Industrial Sites Managing stormwater is a critical aspect of environmental protection and regulatory compliance for construction and industrial sites. One of the core tools in this effort is the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). This guide will introduce you to SWPPPs, their importance, and how to develop and […]
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Understanding MS4 Permit Training Requirements Every MS4 permit is slightly different, but they all follow the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines. This means that all MS4 permits include instructions and requirements on the Minimum Control Measures (MCM). For MS4s that fall under the small MS4 permits, there are 6 Minimum Control Measures that must be
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How to be SWPPP Compliant with On-Site Storage Fertilizers Where fertilization is necessary, always follow these restrictions: Apply the fertilizer according to the manufacturer’s specifications.Apply at the appropriate time of the year.Avoid fertilizer use prior to heavy rain.Never apply fertilizer to frozen ground.Never apply to conveyance channels with flowing water.Be sure to sweep off sidewalks
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How to Handle Dangerous Substances on Site Oils, Vehicle Maintenance, and Fluids When the construction site has fuels, oils, and vehicle maintenance fluids on site, there are specific stormwater BMPs and SWPPP regulations that should be followed: Ensure BMP specifications are included in the StormWater Pollution Prevention Plan, or SWPPP, for oil and fuel storage
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Improper Chemical Handling Can Lead to Environmental Damage Environmental damage is completely avoidable with the right planning and tools. We will discuss chemical treatments as a needed erosion control BMP and what resources to consult when using them. Chemical Treatments Treatment chemicals should only be used if conventional BMPs are ineffective to protect against erosion.
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Ways to Prevent Erosion and Sedimentation Stormwater Conveyances and Sediment Basins Preventing erosion and sedimentation is not as hard as it sounds. We will discuss some ideas below: Stormwater conveyance channels are used to direct water properly and to avoid unstabilized areas. They are designed and installed to minimize erosion. Conveyance channels should use velocity
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Why It’s So Important to Pick Up Your Trash Waste Management Managing waste products is a concern on any site. Waste products can cause significant pollution if they escape into a water body. Any receptacles you use need to protect waste from both water and wind to prevent them from escaping. This is often done
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How to Handle Toxic Substances Commonly Found on Construction Sites Concrete, Paint, and Stucco Concrete, Paint, and Stucco, if introduced into a waterbody, can cause serious issues with a waterbody. Some of the impacts include: Increased turbidityIncreased toxicityHigh (alkaline) pH levelsReduced oxygen levels If these materials are washed onto the soil, these impacts can still
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Why Inlet Protection Can’t be the First Line of Defense Storm Drain Inlet Protection According to just about every permit there is, storm drains must be protected. Most permits require a combination of sediment and erosion controls to prevent sediment and pollutants from reaching storm drains. The idea is that storm drain inlet protection is
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How Dirt Affects SWPPP Compliance Dust Controls, Preserving Topsoil, and Minimizing Soil Compaction Dust control consists of things such as: Where dust is a concern, you should also try to minimize the disturbance of steep slopes. Another one of the categories of BMP controls is to preserve topsoil. When developing a site, consideration needs to