UNIT 1
Module 2
Stormwater Pollution Prevention PlanA Guide for Construction Sites
SWPPP, What is it?
A SWPPP identifies and describes all potential
sources of pollution, and all the On-Site
Contractor Representative practices to
prevent stormwater contamination, control
sedimentation and erosion, and comply with
the requirements of the Clean Water Act.
This is a PREVENTION Plan not a Reaction
Plan
www.epa.gov/npdes/pubs/sw_swppp_guide.pdf
SWPPP Continued
• Who – On-Site Contractor Representative as listed on the NOC.
• Where – All sites with land disturbance equal to or greater than 1 acre.
• Why - Stormwater runoff from construction sites can cause significant harm to our rivers, lakes, and coastal waters. A SWPPP is required (by your construction general permit) and will help you prevent stormwater pollution.
SWPPP Components
• Erosion and Sediment Controls- Identifying the BMP’s that will be installed and maintained on your site.
• Pollution Prevention Standards- Identifying all potential sources of pollution, the policies and procedures that prevent or minimize discharges to surface water from: • Construction debris and litter
• Concrete washout, fuels or other petroleum products
• Spill Prevention Plan
• Vehicle fueling/ maintenance,
• Sanitary facilities
• Hazardous waste management
• Identifies Inspection Personnel and Subcontractors onsite.
SWPPP Good Housekeeping Practices
Debris and Litter Management
• Responsibility of all workers, including subs
• Segregate potentially hazardous waste from non-hazardous construction site debris
• Keep debris and trash under cover in designated storage areas
• Store waste materials away from drainage ditches, swales, and catch basins.
Good Housekeeping Practices
Concrete Waste Management
• Designate areas away from storm drains or waterways for concrete washout / debris onsite.
• Signage may be needed.
• Simple methods designed to keep concrete waste from entering water bodies.
SWPPP Good Housekeeping Practices
Spill Prevention and Control
• Store materials away from waterways and storm drain inlets, and indoors, if possible
• Place a stockpile of spill cleanup materials where it can be easily accessed
• Train employees on spill prevention and proper response
• Fix leaks and clean
up spills immediately
SWPPP Good Housekeeping Practices
Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance
• Procedures and practices that specify how and where vehicles and equipment will be cleaned, fueled, and maintained in a manner that minimizes risks for spills and runoff of pollutants.
SWPPP Good Housekeeping Practices
Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance
• If maintenance or fueling must occur on-site, designate an area away from waterways and storm drain inlets.
• Protect on-site cleaning, fueling, and maintenance areas with
berms or dikes (secondary containment).
• Use dry methods to clean up spills - never hose down or bury spill materials.
• For significant spills call KY Division of Waste Management (800.928.2380) or www.waste.ky.gov for disposal requirements
• Train employees and subcontractors.
SWPPP Good Housekeeping Practices
Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance
• Fueling operations
Good- Secondary containment, away
from waterways.
Bad- No secondary containment,
adjacent to drainage.
SWPPP Good Housekeeping Practices
Sanitary Waste
• Provided on site in close proximity to areas where people are working.
• Locate portable toilets minimum of 20’ away from drainage features or provide secondary containment.
• Portable toilets should be regularly serviced by licensed hauler.
SWPPP Good Housekeeping Practices
Hazardous Waste Management
• Minimize the discharge of pollutants from paint wash-up. Do not dispose of wash water in ditches or stormwater inlets.
• Allow paint rollers, drop cloths, cans, and other wastes to dry thoroughly, then discard in solid waste containers.
SWPPP Good Housekeeping Practices
Hazardous Waste Management
• Minimize use of hazardous materials
• Keep chemicals in sealed, labeled container
• Keep in secondary containment and preferably under cover
• Store materials away from drainage features
• Have MSDS sheets available
SWPPP Good Housekeeping Measures
Material Storage Management
• Designate specific areas of the construction site for material delivery and storage.
• Place material storage areas near the construction entrance and away from waterways and storm drain inlets.
• Place materials designated for outside storage in locations that will be paved.
• Keep materials in original containers and labeled.
• Keep containers tightly sealed after use.
SWPPP Good Housekeeping Practices
Pesticide, Herbicide and Fertilizer Use
• Policies that guide how these products should be handled, stored, used, and disposed of.
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