Archive for August 2021

The site map is the foundational element of a professional and functional stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP).  The starting point for developing a SWPPP is to evaluate a facility’s site and identify areas of potential concern where stormwater may become exposed with pollutants.  A part of a site evaluation is to understand the hydrologic and…

Knowing where our water comes from reinforces the importance of maintaining a clean environment.  Florida has a tropical and sub-tropical climate with the dividing line running from Bradenton on the west to Vero Beach on the east.  The entire state of Florida has a rainy season that extends from May to October that can produce…

A crisis can be defined as something taking place because of an unpredictable incident or an unforeseeable outcome.  It is certainly understandable that most construction and industrial businesses have proactively codified a continuity plan for potential situations or emergencies for the business.  These types of industries have many moving parts taking place in their daily…

With over 30 different industrial type sectors defined by the EPA, there are obviously countless activities where specific materials, liquids, residues, and chemicals are stored and used to produce a product.  There are basic requirements for all industrial facilities that handle such hazardous materials to store and protect them from accidental exposure to the environment.…