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ERP vs. NPDES Stormwater Permit: Understanding the Difference Before Your Project Begins
One of the most common questions we hear from developers, contractors, and property owners is, “If I already have an Environmental Resource Permit (ERP), do I still need an NPDES Stormwater Permit?” The short answer is yes—many projects require both. Although both permits deal with stormwater, they regulate different aspects of your project and are…
Read MoreSimple Safety Standards
Employees who come to work every day knowing there is little risk of getting hurt, bullied, harassed, or criticized feel empowered. An organizations most critical asset are their employees. Happy employees produce more work and want to engage and contribute to the organizations success. It is leaderships responsibility to provide a safe environment…
Read MoreNails, The Unexpected Danger
Excessive nails are often used on construction projects. Nails are certainly essential for many construction projects that involve wood materials that are used for such things as framing a building. Many sites while inspecting for stormwater compliance, we often see nails scattered aimlessly throughout a project. Sometimes we may think there are as many…
Read MoreJune is National Safety Month
The National Safety Council dedicates June as National Safety Month and is considered an annual monthlong observance. During National Safety Month, the importance of safety is elevated to encourage individuals and organizations to proactively participate in activities and programs to reduce injury and accidents in the workplace. Construction sites are among one of the most…
Read More2026 Hurricane Season is Here
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30. This is the time of year when tropical and subtropical cyclones are most likely to form in the North Atlantic Ocean. Hurricanes develop and intensify over warm tropical waters. They often begin as tropical disturbances or tropical storms and can strengthen as they draw…
Read MoreWhat’s the Deal with Concrete Washout?
First, what is concrete? The definition directly from encyclopedia.com states, “concrete is a hardened building material created by combining a chemically inert mineral aggregate (usually sand, gravel, or crushed stone), a binder (natural or synthetic cement), chemical additives, and water.†There are ingredients added to ensure the consistency and ultimately the hardening reaction for concrete. …
Read MoreBerm it
Effective stormwater management begins long before construction activity starts. Proper planning for stormwater runoff, erosion, and sediment control is not simply a best practice—it is a necessity. Because every construction site and landscape is unique, one of the highest priorities during site development is ensuring stormwater runoff is properly diverted and controlled. Contractors…
Read MorePermeable versus Impermeable Surfaces
In the construction business these words, both permeable and impermeable, are often used. Today’s urban sprawl is creating millions of acres of impervious or impermeable landscapes. In the stormwater management business, permeable surfaces help reduce the volume of stormwater runoff that minimizes dramatic flooding and excessive erosion and subsequently waterway contamination and sediment…
Read MoreRecordkeeping is just good housekeeping
Recordkeeping is preserving saved documentation that will assist industrial clients in maintaining compliance with the Florida’s Multi-Sector Generic Permit (MSGP). You need good records to always be prepared. Good recordkeeping is key for successfully implementing your stormwater compliance and management plan. At any given time, having readily available, accurate, and detailed records of…
Read MoreSpring is in the Air!
Spring in Florida typically runs from late March through May. Spring for many people is the time of year to spruce up, spring clean, and get outside. Springtime in Florida is the perfect time to do things considered outdoors. The temperatures are typically milder in the spring which provides the perfect time to relax…
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