Careful development and implementation of the SWPPP will enhance the benefits of control measures

Implementation of the SWPPP begins with the onset of construction activities, as the initial phase of construction is usually clearing and grubbing of the site, which exposes the area to uncontrolled stormwater runoff. Inspection and maintenance of best management practices occurs throughout the life of the construction project and until the site is stabilized.

A two phase process is specified for SWPPP preparation and implementation: development of SWPPP and SWPPP implementation.

These phases are designed to identify SWPPP procedures at both preconstruction (development) and construction (implementation) phases.

SWPPP Implementation

• Submit Notice of Intent

• Implement controls

• SWPPP review and modifications

• Final Stabilization

• Notice of Termination

Development of SWPPP

• Collect site information

• Develop site plan

• Select Best Management Practices

• Prepare a site map

• Prepare a monitoring, inspection, and maintenance plan

The development stage comprises the collection of construction site information, assessment of that information to determine best management practices and procedures, and compilation of them SWPPP.

Revisions to the SWPPP are also required when the properly installed systems are ineffective in the prevention of silt transport off of the site. This may be due to unforseen site conditions or construction techniques which adversely affect the system as designed. Revisions to the SWPPP are also required if there is a new, deleted, or moved activity that could result in a significant amount of pollutants discharged in the stormwater.

Decide who will develop and implement the SWPPP

For a small facility, an individual may be sufficient. Large facilities will require pollution prevention teams under the leadership of one individual.

Where setting up a pollution prevention team is appropriate, it is important to identify the key people onsite who are most familiar with the facility and its operations, and to provide adequate structure and direction to the facility’s entire stormwater management program. A clear channel of communication should be established throughout the team.

Records of all spills, leaks, inspections, and maintenance activities should be maintained for at least one year after the permit expires. Dates, times, weather conditions, causes, and resulting problems should all be noted. Any change in a facility design, construction, or maintenance plan will necessitate changes in the SWPPP.

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