The construction site operator should assemble a select group of individuals to help implement, maintain, evaluate, and revise the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan SWPPP as needed during the various phases of the construction project. An effective stormwater team should be made up of people who represent all phases of the project operations including management and third-party environmental service contractors in some instances.
The stormwater team will become the responsible party to ensure all aspects of the stormwate management processes are set forth in a timely manner. Once the team is in place, here are the top ten expectations of managing and controlling stormwater pollution:
- Properly develop a comprehensive site-specific Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
- Maintain records of inspections and maintenance activities as required by the SWPPP.
- Ensure regular site inspections of all Best Management Practices (BMPs) are properly installed and function correctly.
- Make certain that all construction activities are carried out in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Train construction personnel in the sensitivity for stormwater controls functionality and efficiency.
- Prevent unauthorized activity on the site, such as dumping or discharging pollutants into storm drains or local water bodies.
- Implement corrective actions promptly when deficiencies are recognized.
- Keep updated on changes in regulations and implement changes, as necessary.
- Perform regular BMP maintenance activities as required by the SWPPP.
- React to storm events promptly and ensure functionality of all erosion controls.
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