Good Housekeeping Practices
Dewatering Operations Material storage Spill prevention and control Debris and trash management Hazardous waste management Concrete waste management
Good Housekeeping Practices
Sanitary facilities Vehicle and equipment maintenance Employee training Dust control Groundwater Protection
Good Housekeeping Practices
Dewatering Operations
Dewatering is the pumping of stormwater or groundwater from excavation pits or trenches The sediment-laden water must be pumped to dewatering structure for sediment removal before it is discharged off-site
Socks Bags
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Dewatering Operations (Man. 150, FG 8)
Proper Installation Considerations
Place dewatering sock or bag on low gradient area Must have vegetated area below to prevent erosion from water leaving structure Can place silt fence or other sediment control device around perimeter of dewatering sock or bag to filter sediment from any leakage that may occur
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Good Housekeeping Measures
Material Storage Management
The practice of receiving, processing, storing, and using materials in a manner that minimizes the risk of spills and pollution of stormwater runoff
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
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Keep containers tightly sealed after use
Good Housekeeping Practices
Spill Prevention and Control
Procedures that establish spill response and control actions by anticipating when and how spills might occur and instituting defined actions to contain and clean it up
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 and subcontractors on the need to prevent spills Train employees on spill prevention and response
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Fix leaks and clean up spills immediately
Good Housekeeping Practices
Spill Prevention and Control
Use dry methods to clean up spillsnever hose down or bury spill materials Dispose of absorbent material properly For significant spills call IDEM general hotline at 1-888-233-7745
Good Housekeeping Practices
Spill Prevention and Control
Construction sites and other facilities that have aboveground storage capacity in excess of 1,320 gallons (measured in 55 gallon drums and larger) for petroleum products are required to have a Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Debris and Trash Management
Policies and procedures designed to minimize the generation of waste and to handle and dispose of waste in a manner that minimizes risks to surface waters
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Debris and Trash 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 Recycle construction and demolition debris Recommend not burying on site
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Hazardous Waste Management
Policies and procedures that address the problem of stormwater polluted with hazardous or chemical pollutants through spills or other forms of contact
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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 Have MSDS sheets available Store materials away from drainage features
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Hazardous Waste Management
Manage wash water for paint cleanup Dispose of used paint thinner at designated collection sites Allow paint rollers, drop cloths, cans, and other wastes to dry thoroughly, then discard in solid waste containers
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Concrete Waste Management
Policies and procedures that address the handling and disposal of
excess fresh concrete mix, including truck and equipment washing, and concrete dust and concrete debris resulting from demolition
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Concrete Waste Management Donts
Dump in unmanaged vacant areas on the job site Illicitly dump away from the job site Dump into ditches or drainage facilities Dump wash water from trucks and chutes into storm drains
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Concrete Waste Management
Dos
Dump waste and wash water into areas prepared for new concrete pouring Provide washout area with a minimum of 6 cubic feet of containment volume for every 10 cubic yards of concrete poured Dispose of hardened concrete on regular basis Discharge wash water in an area protected by one or more sediment removal BMPs and in accordance with the BMP Plan
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Sanitary Facilities
Policies and procedures to prevent the contamination of stormwater with human waste and to provide for proper public health protection and employee safety
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Sanitary Facilities
Must be provided on the site in close proximity to areas where people are working Portable toilets to be provided if permanent facilities are not available Locate portable toilets minimum of 20 away from drainage features or provide containment Portable toilets should be regularly serviced by licensed hauler
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance
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
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance
Use off-site repair and fueling shops as much as possible 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)
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance
Use drip pans or absorbents under leaking vehicles or equipment Locate washing away from waterways or storm drain inlets use phosphate-free, biodegradable soaps, and minimize the amount of water used Train employees and subcontractors
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Employee Training
Workshops, meetings, and other structured interaction among managers and employees to distribute and discuss information regarding the management of sediment and other pollutants at construction site
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Good Housekeeping Measures
Employee Training
(Man. 191, FG 66)
Train employees and subcontractors Integrate good housekeeping training with spill response, EPSC, safety, or other training Reinforce training with frequent refreshers Consider posting information for employees to read Consider sending employees to additional training courses
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Pesticide, Herbicide and Fertilizer Use
Practices that guide how these products should be handled, stored and used
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Pesticide, Herbicide and Fertilizer Use
Similar to hazardous waste management Follow manufacturers recommendations for mixing, application, cleaning and disposal Train employees and subcontractors
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Dust Control
Reduction of windborne sediment and dust movement during land disturbing activities Purpose is to prevent airborne movement of sediments to off-site areas or on-site areas without sediment control where they could subsequently be washed into surface waters
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Dust Control Options
Construction activities should be phased to minimize the total exposed soil area and the length of time bare areas are exposed Roughen soil to create ridges perpendicular to the prevailing wind direction Treat temporary roadways
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Good Housekeeping Practices
Groundwater Protection
Practices that ensure that storage, handling, or use of fertilizers, pesticides, or other hazardous products does not contaminate groundwater These measures are especially important in areas with karst features
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Project Closeout
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Project Closeout
All land disturbing activities, including construction on building lots, have been completed Entire site has been stabilized (at least 70% coverage of vegetation) All temporary EPSC measures have been removed All post-construction BMPs are operating as intended
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Project Closeout
Conduct final inspection Notify permit holder of need to submit a Notice of Termination (NOT)
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Post-construction Stormwater Pollution Treatment Practices
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Post-construction Stormwater Pollution Treatment Practices (STP)
Infiltration System Wet Detention Ponds Dry Detention Constructed Wetlands Biofilters, Swales and Strips Water Quality Inlets Oil/Water Separator
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Post-construction Stormwater Pollution Treatment Practices
Treat stormwater onsite after construction is complete, so permanent BMPs Treatment is usually targeted to sediment
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Post-construction STP
Infiltration Systems
Reduces runoff and contributes to groundwater recharge. Requires high level of prior pollution removal Highly dependent on soils
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Post-construction STP
Infiltration Systems
Design Considerations
Typically designed by engineer Emergency overflow or bypass required May not be appropriate near drinking water wells, foundations, septic tanks, drain fields and unstable slopes Typically capture 85-95% of average annual runoff
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Post-construction STP
Infiltration Systems
Installation Considerations
Protect infiltration surface during construction System needs to be free of clogging, accumulated metals, or other ground water contaminants System shall not be located on fill sites or on steep slopes
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Post-construction STP
Infiltration Systems
Maintenance Considerations
If water still present 72 hours after rain, then needs cleaning Clean porous pavement grids bi-annually
Inspections
Annually After extreme rainfall events
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Post-construction STP
Wet Detention Ponds
Pond that has a permanent water pool to treat incoming stormwater through settling of pollutants and uptake of pollutants through aquatic and perimeter plants
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Post-construction STP
Wet Detention Ponds
Appropriate Uses/Design Considerations
Ideal for large, regional tributary areas Performance goal of capturing 85-95% of annual average runoff Stores runoff temporarily before discharging Provide dedicated access for maintenance and inspection
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Post-construction STP
Wet Detention Ponds
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Post-construction STP
Wet Detention Ponds
Maintenance and Inspection Considerations
Mosquitoes are not excessive Floatables are being removed Acceptable oxygen is being maintained in water Sediment is being removed Check for structural integrity of the pond
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Post-construction STP
Dry Detention Ponds
Ponds that are dry between storms, but fill during storm events and slowly drain off
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Post-construction STP
Dry Detention Ponds
Appropriate Uses
When there is a lack of water which prevents the use of wet ponds, wetlands, or biofilters Use where shallow wet ponds would cause unacceptable mosquito conditions This facility removes particulate pollutants only Appropriate when dry weather base flow cannot be used to maintain water levels, as is required for wet ponds and constructed wetlands.
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Post-construction STP
Dry Detention Ponds
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Post-construction STP
Dry Detention Ponds
Design Considerations
Public safety is of foremost concern Pond volume is sized to capture 85-95% of annual volume of runoff with a drawdown time of 24 to 48 hours Provide emergency by-pass or pass through Provide dedicated access for maintenance and inspection
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Post-construction STP
Dry Detention Ponds
Inspection and Maintenance Considerations
Check outlet for clogging and remove any debris Check banks and bottom of pond for erosion Remove sediment accumulation of 6 inches or more Vegetation in pond is managed
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Post-construction STP
Constructed Wetlands
Typically shallower water allowing for more aquatic vegetation
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Post-construction STP
Constructed Wetlands Appropriate Uses/Design Considerations
Need high level of particulate removal and some dissolved contaminants Additional benefits of passive recreation associated with wildlife Provide dedicated access for maintenance and inspection Address mosquito concerns
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Post-construction STP
Constructed Wetlands Inspection and Maintenance Considerations
Check yearly and after extreme storm events Remove foreign debris and sediment build-up
Check banks for erosion
Remove nuisance plant species Harvest excessive growth
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Post-construction STP
Biofilter: Swales and Strips
Biofilters:
Swales Strips
Swale: vegetated channel that treats concentrated flow Filter strip: vegetated area that treats sheet flow and is placed parallel to the contributing surface
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Post-construction STP
Biofilter: Swales and Strips
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Post-construction STP
Biofilter: Swales and Strips
Appropriate Uses/Design Considerations
Often used in conjunction with other stormwater management practices Placed along or serve parking lots Limited to treating a few acres Experience large head loss that may require special consideration in hydraulic design of stromwater collection system
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Post-construction STP
Biofilter: Swales and Strips
Inspection and Maintenance Considerations
Want sheet flow and not concentrated flow so check for erosion, vegetation loss and flow channelization Level spreaders are free of debris Grass is mown regularly Sediment removal
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Post-construction STP
Media Filtration/Media Filters and Water Quality Inlets
This system consists of a settling basin followed by a filter Common filter media:
Sand Peat/sand Other sorbent material
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Post-construction STP
Media Filtration/Media Filters and Water Quality Inlets Appropriate Uses/Design Considerations
Cover Plate
Has to be allowed time to dry out Ability to bypass or convey large storm events without damaging system or re-suspending collected pollutants
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Floatables Filtration vessel Absorbent Catch Standpipe
Outlet
Perforated Plate Catch Basin
Cover High Flow By-pass Side Screen
Filter Tray Insert
Anchor Bolts
Outlet Drain
Support Box
Mounting Bracket
Figure STP-06-8 Catch Basin Insert Filters
Post-construction STP
Media Filtration/Media Filters and Water Quality Inlets Inspection and Maintenance Considerations
Regularly clean filter Remove accumulated debris Replace filter media as recommended
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Post-construction STP
Oil/Water Separation
Oil/water separators are designed to remove petroleum compounds and grease Two basic types: conventional gravity and coalescing plate interceptor
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Post-construction STP
Oil/Water Separation
Appropriate Uses/Design Considerations
Typically used where significant vehicular operation, fueling and maintenance occurs Ability to bypass or convey large storm events without damaging system or resuspending collected pollutants Allow access for inspection and maintenance
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Post-construction STP
Oil/Water Separation
Inspection and Maintenance Considerations
Perform frequent periodic maintenance Regularly remove accumulated petrochemical compounds and other floatables Regularly remove accumulated sediment
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Enforcement and Liability
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Enforcement and Liability (Permit Holder)
IDEM
Civil penalty up to $25,000 per day per violation Criminal penalty (first conviction) up to $25,000 per day per violation and 1 year in prison Criminal penalty (next convictions) up to $50,000 per day per violation and 2 years in prison
USEPA
Civil penalty up to $32,500 per day per violation Criminal penalty up to $250,000 and 15 years in prison
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Enforcement and Liability (Permit Holder)
Enforcement actions from local MS4
Varies by jurisdiction Typical range for civil penalty
$1,000s to $10,000s per day per violation Cost to remedy the adverse effects resulting from violation Compensatory damages for loss or destruction to environment
Third party lawsuits
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Liability (Qualified Professional Inspector)
Main liability with IDEM/EPA is that evaluation report was filled out honestly and accurately
Criminal penalty jail time
Local MS4
Lose licensure/registration
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Summary
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Summary
Purpose
Help keep pollutant laden runoff from entering waters of the State Help keep the permit holder in compliance with their permit
Taking Exam
On-line or hard copy Minimum 75% correct to pass
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You and participating community notified of pass/fail status
Summary
Regulations
Clean Water Act (CWA) National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) Rules 5 and 13 Local ordinances
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Summary
Permitting Process
Pre-construction
Public Notice Plan Submission and approval Notice of intent (NOI) Filing fee
Site Preparation
Perimeter Control Plan (PCP) Perimeter/Outfall Protection Permit (PPP)
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Summary
Permitting Process (cont.)
Active Construction
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Grading Plan Drainage Plan Stormwater Quality Management Permit (SWQMP)
Post-construction
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Post-construction SWPPP Notice of Termination (NOT) Long Term Operations and Maintenance Agreement (LTOMA)
Summary
Erosion Prevention
Sediment Control Soil has different texture and erodibility Pollution is more than just dirt Impacts of development
Decreases infiltration Increases runoff Decreases aquatic habitat
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Summary
QP Responsibilities
Implement SWPPP Conduct inspections Document inspections Communicate inspection findings
Make your job easier
Conduct Pre-construction Meeting Divide site into manageable pieces
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Summary
Inspection Frequency
Rule 5 (minimums)
At least once every seven days End of the next business day following a rain event of 0.5 or greater
Local ordinances may vary
Have rain gauge on site
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Summary
What to do during inspection
Assess correct functioning of EPSC and good housekeeping measures, including maintenance Identify additional measures that may be necessary to be in compliance with permit
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Summary
How to conduct inspection
Construction entrance/exit For each drainage area
Has land disturbance occurred since last visit? Outlet Upstream BMPs Perimeter controls
Good housekeeping measures
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Summary
Documentation
Complete an inspection report What report should include
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Inspectors name Date of evaluation Problems identified at the site Corrective actions recommended Corrective actions taken by Contractor Site location Amount of rainfall Scope of inspection Signature (inspector, and if possible Contractor)
Summary
Communicate inspection results back to SWPPP preparer and appropriate site personnel
Provide copy of report Verbal
Revisions to SWPPP should be performed as determined during Pre-construction Meeting
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