KCI’s stormwater inspector’s primary role is to arrive on a construction site, obtain the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), and then begin to ensure that all erosion control measures have been implemented properly. A KCI stormwater inspector is the first person to determine if the performance standards and intent of the erosion and sediment control rules are being met. At a high level, here are some detail actions for a KCI field stormwater inspector’s role.
- Determine that an erosion and sediment control plan for the site has been developed and approved, where applicable.
- Determine that all specified practices have been installed and are being fully and properly maintained by performing a thorough and precision site walkthrough.
- Determine that offsite sedimentation and turbidity in receiving waters are being prevented.
- If deficiencies are identified, then the responsible site contact or operator is swiftly contacted for appropriate action to be taken to attain compliance. Regardless, we make proactive contact with site operators on every site visit, routine, or rain event providing any appropriate updates.
- A KCI field consultant and stormwater inspector are our client’s partner, not the enforcement officer. We ensure they are always up to date and current on the status of their stormwater management practices.
- The inspection must be recorded and documented. The information inspector’s document could be the basis for enforcement. It is extremely important that information and observations are documented in an unbiased manner and only the facts are specified.
- Our inspector’s reports are written legibly, accurately, consistently, factually, and in clear and concise language.
It is extremely important for a stormwater inspector to understand the site layout and review the site plans before proceeding to observe. This is good practice for current routine sites we may be accustomed too and especially new site visits. It is good practice to review the plans prior to each visit as sometimes plans change. This effort is quite beneficial in helping discover alterations that may occur over time. Most sites have a particular flow and process to erosion and sediment controls. Field inspector’s primary objective is to fully understand the best method or process to approach the inspection to ensure consistency and precision.
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