From preconstruction planning to the project’s final completion, a construction site has many activities taking place every day. Construction operators and site developers want flexibility in the way they establish various phases to follow regarding a project’s development. They want the assurance they are not going to endure any delays or costly and unexpected expenses.
On a construction site, the words sustainable ecosystem, environment compliance, or green initiatives, are usually not at the forefront of a construction site project discovery phase. Site developers and contractors certainly see these issues as highly important and critical for overall project success. These topics are often evaluated and defined inclusive to the overall construction planning process.
Once the overall construction site plan and the specific production phases have been clearly identified, this is the perfect time to develop a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). A thorough and well-designed SWPPP will include clarity of any land that may be disturbed, the impact of stormwater run-off, the types of construction taking place, and a robust pollution prevention plan site map.
Proficiently enabling all workers on a construction project on the criteria of the SWPPP, specifically those uniquely independent tradesmen that may perform specialized work, can be very beneficial. The lack of clear communication regarding stormwater compliance, especially between these specialists and the site developer or operator, can often result in waste, excessive cost, and potentially major delays. To maximize a construction projects efficiency and implement an effective stormwater management program, there are 5 ways to orient the construction team to increase a SWPPP’s overall performance.
- Clearly post a copy of your completed NOI application on site. Put it in a place where all workers and specialized trades can clearly see that the site is covered by an NPDES permit.
- Build awareness to all stormwater compliance programs in place through additional placards and signage.
- Implement a special training program for all trades or specialist that may enter a construction site.
- Enable all workers of any state or local requirements incorporated into the stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP).
- Proactively communicate the timing during the construction process when any revised or special BMP measures may be additionally implemented.
To fully perform the requirements of the Construction Generic Permit (CGP), a construction site must now execute the SWPPP by implementing, inspecting, and maintaining all the erosion and sediment best management practices, along with always having the SWPPP accessible. Putting these simple and low-cost awareness and enablement orientation initiatives in place can dramatically increase SWPPP proficiency and reducing overall cost. KCI can help you do all of this and more, give us a call at (888) 346-7779.