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Sedimentation Contamination
Sedimentation can have harmful effects on our ecosystem. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) states the following, “Sediment in stream beds disrupts the natural food chain by destroying the habitat where the smallest stream organisms live and causing massive declines in fish populations.â€. There are many other physical effects that can occur from sedimentation. The Florida…
Read MoreMaximize Stormwater Infiltration
The goal of a quality Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) is to promote stormwater management and erosion and sediment control. Stormwater runoff from construction sites can create harmful impacts to nearby rivers, lakes, and coastal waters. Construction sites are expected to establish a SWPPP defining specific best management practices (BMPs) that will help prevent stormwater…
Read MoreNonpoint Source Water Pollution
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) basically defines nonpoint Source pollution as any source of water pollution that does not meet the legal definition of “point source†in section 502(14) of the Clean Water Act: “The term point source means any discernible, confined and discrete conveyance, including but not limited to any pipe, ditch, channel, tunnel,…
Read More2022 Hurricane Season is Here
Living in Florida, we always have a chance for a tropical storm or a hurricane. July is considered the middle of the tropical rainy season that accompanies by high frequency of heavy rain. June and July can typically produce over six inches of rain with August through September being the most active months for hurricanes. …
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 nails…
Read MoreReduce Injury, Increase Productivity
During this time of the year, Florida usually experiences rainy weather and overall high humidity. Although this is a great time of the year for construction projects, weather is one of the top factors that can impact a specific construction projects ability to adequately maintain timelines and meet deadlines. To continue our focus on June…
Read MoreTop 5 Safety Concerns
Construction sites and Industrial facilities have a huge responsibility to provide a safe environment for employees. It is also critically important to provide a quality support program in case something might happen. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) can conduct random inspections on workplaces. Therefore, having a safe workplace to work is a fundamental objective…
Read MoreJune 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 MoreRecognizing World Reef Awareness Day
World Reef Awareness Day is recognized on the 1st of June. This is a day for us to recognize the importance and significance of our beautiful and precious coral reefs. Our coral reefs are a very delicate and fragile ecosystem in our oceans. How we can make a more positive impact on the health of our…
Read MoreFlorida’s Coral Reefs
Today, Florida’s coral reefs are under tremendous pressure for survival. Urban development, poor water quality, and trash and debris all cause degradation to coral reefs. Healthy coral reefs are critical for Earth’s sustainability and to provide a safe environment for aquatic life. They also protect our treasured sandy beaches. Found in the Florida coral reefs…
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