Archive for 2021

The first step for an industrial facility, which requires a Multi-Sector Generic Permit (MSGP), is to develop a robust strategic stormwater environmental compliance and continuity plan. This plan is called a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). An effective SWPPP requires strong best management practices (BMPs) to be defined and implemented to reduce stormwater pollutants from…

Based on the Florida DEP stormwater permit data, there are approximately 4000 unique Industrial Stormwater Multi-Sector Generic Permits (MSGP) currently filed and active today in the State of Florida. Defined by the EPA, there are 30 sectors of industrial type businesses that defines the specific permit eligibility requirements.   All industrial businesses that fall within one…

The Minority Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) certification is designed to increase a company’s visibility, business continuity, and confidence in the market.  Koncept Carma, Inc. dba KCI is now certified in many of Florida’s state entities. The certification is geared to promote minority and disadvantaged organizations among government entities and private sector businesses.  The state of…

Did you know today is National Coffee Day?  Getting up early, preparing for the day, and pouring that first cup before sunrise is such a wonderful moment in time.  While drinking a great cup of coffee we reflect on the day before, think about our current agenda, and then leap forward to achieve another rewarding…

Marinas and shipyards make their home on or adjacent to waterways.  Marina operators and their tenants frequently store oil, fuel, and many other hazardous chemicals used to maintain their vessels.  These harmful substances can be carried off by stormwater attributing to a negative impact to nearby waterbodies. While performing boat maintenance and general repair, stormwater…

Much of Florida’s stormwater eventually empties into inlets allowing stormwater to flow efficiently through an urbanized storm drain conveyance system.  Our intricate and elaborate storm drain systems eventually carries stormwater towards creeks, tributaries, rivers, lakes, and eventually our oceans.  For those who call Florida home are quite used to torrential rainfall.  This is because our…

If you operate an industrial facility in one of the 30 sectors described by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Multi-Sector Generic Permit (MSGP), which permits for stormwater discharge, you should be aware that you may be required to conduct both analytical and visual stormwater monitoring.  Analytical monitoring means that water must be collected on site…

Did you know that the Multi-Sector Generic Permit (MSGP) requires industrial facilities to conduct annual training with their employees? Employee training is an integral piece of making your Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) program a success. Your employees are working with potentially hazardous materials, which if not controlled properly can lead to severe human health…

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…