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STORM WATER INLET MARKING (SWIM) PROGRAM

STORM WATER INLET MARKING (SWIM) PROGRAM. Storm Water Quality. Preserving our environment is important to our health and survival. We’ve become more aware of effects of environmental practices like the destruction of the rainforest, or the release of hazardous chemicals to the atmosphere.

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STORM WATER INLET MARKING (SWIM) PROGRAM

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  1. STORM WATER INLET MARKING (SWIM) PROGRAM

  2. Storm Water Quality • Preserving our environment is important to our health and survival. • We’ve become more aware of effects of environmental practices like • the destruction of the rainforest, or • the release of hazardous chemicals to the atmosphere.

  3. Start in Our OwnBackyards • Storm water runoff from urban areas can carry pollution generated by: • Littering, • Construction activity • Use of pesticides/fertilizers, • Illegal dumping or discharges, • Improper disposal of used oil and toxics, and • New development and redevelopment. 

  4. Sewage Treatment Water that flows down the drain in our homes goes to a sewage treatment facility and then to bayous and rivers.

  5. Storm Water Drainage Water that flows into our storm water drainage system goes directly into our bayous, rivers, and ultimately, into Galveston Bay. Storm water receives no treatment.

  6. Storm Water Inlet Marking (SWIM) Program • An environmental public education program • To involve communities in reducing non-point source (NPS) pollution.

  7. SWIM Program • Working together to solve a common problem: • Government, • Volunteer groups, and • Businesses.

  8. SWIM Program Goals • Raise awareness in Harris County communities about storm water quality issues, • Connect residents to their neighborhood storm drains and local waterways, and • Encourage citizens to protect their water resources

  9. SWIM Storm Drain Marker Design

  10. Benefits of SWIM Program Awareness Action Environmental Stewardship

  11. SAFETY PROCEDURES AND TIPS FOR SWIM TEAM LEADERS

  12. Remember Safety First! • Before you start: • Prior to marking, sign and return ALL waivers • Orally review these safety procedures with your volunteer groups.

  13. Use the Buddy System • Marking is a group activity, requiring a minimum of two people. • There should NEVER be any marking done alone. • At least 2 people should wear safety vests.

  14. Traffic Management • Traffic cones are used to alert vehicular traffic. • Please designate persons to wave safety flags in case of street traffic.

  15. Keeping Clean • Wear clothing you do not mind getting dirty. • Bring paper towels or a rag to wipe up.

  16. Report Dumping • If you see an indication • Of oil, paint, or any other potentially hazardous substances • At any storm drain • Note the occurrence and report it to the SWIM Team Leader for your project.

  17. 1. Clean Storm Drain Surface • Make sure the storm drain surface is: • Flat, • Dry, and • Free of any loose • debris.

  18. 2. Apply Adhesive • Coming in 1/8" from the outside edge of the marker: • Apply a bead of adhesive, and • Then work in to the center.

  19. 3. Stick It! • Apply the marker to the storm drain surface: • Push down HARD • Force adhesive out around the entire edge.

  20. Making A Good Seal • Note: It is important that the entire edge of the marker is SEALED to the application surface.

  21. Finished Installation • Once installed, the curb markers stay affixed. • They maintain their attractive appearance for years.

  22. Returning Materials Please return safety vests, cones and brushes to: Harris County Watershed Protection Group 10555 Northwest Freeway, Suite 270 Houston, Texas 77092

  23. Any Questions? For more information: (713) 290 - 3000 or www.CleanWaterways.org

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