HOW TO DO Pollution Prevention & Good Housekeeping

HOW TO DO Pollution Prevention & Good Housekeeping NC STATE UNIVERSITY

WHATis Pollution Prevention & Good Housekeeping?

Why do Pollution Prevention & Good Housekeeping?

Measure 6: Pollution Prevention & Good Housekeeping Permit Requirements (a) Develop an operation and maintenance program, (b) Inspection and evaluation of facilities and operations, (c) Conduct staff training, and (d) Review of municipality owned or operated regulated industrial activities. NC STATE UNIVERSITY

1a. Develop an operation and maintenance program • “Develop an operation and maintenance program that has the ultimate goal of preventing or reducing pollutant runoff from municipal operations.”

1a. Develop an operation and maintenance program Step 1: Inventory municipal operations that have the potential to cause stormwater pollution. Step 2:Develop inspection forms for each type of facility. Develop a tracking system for organizing records.

Step 1: Inventory Municipal Operations Storage areas for sand, salt, fertilizers, pesticides and other chemicals Vehicle fueling, storage and maintenance areas

Step 1: Inventory Municipal Operations Solid and hazardous waste facilities and recycling centers Water and sewer treatment systems

Step 1: Inventory Municipal Operations Animal shelters and pounds Parking lots

This list is available on the website. Step 1: Inventory Municipal Operations Municipally owned and operated parks and open space

Sample inspection forms are available on the website. Step 2: Develop Inspection Forms & Tracking System • Sample inspection forms are available for: • Storage areas • Vehicle fueling, storage and maintenance areas • Water and sewer treatment systems • Animal shelters/pounds • Parking lots • Parks and open space

1b. Inspection and evaluation of facilities and operations “Develop an inventory of facilities and operations owned and operated by the permittee with the potential for generating polluted runoff. Specifically inspect the potential sources of polluted runoff, the stormwater controls, and conveyance systems. Evaluate the sources, document deficiencies, plan corrective actions and document the accomplishment of corrective actions.”

1b. Inspection and evaluation of facilities and operations • Some things to look for and correct: • Leaks on or around equipment. • Unlabeled or leaking containers. • Improper disposal of materials. • Problems with stormwater BMPs. • Open trash dumpster lids. • DO: • Clean up wastes with a broom rather than water. • Keep liquid and hazardous wastes out of dumpsters. • Ensure all containers are in good condition and properly stored, labeled, and closed. • Avoid spills and clean them up promptly if they happen. • Keep rags and absorbents on hand to clean up spills.

1b. Inspection and evaluation of facilities and operations When you see good examples of stormwater management or areas that need to be improved, document on your camera. It will be a good resource for staff trainings.

1b. Inspection and evaluation of facilities and operations Use the same inspection forms each year at your facilities. Correct problems as you find them. Establish and maintain a database of inspection forms for your facilities.

1c. Conduct staff training “Conduct staff training specific for pollution prevention and good housekeeping procedures.”

1c. Conduct staff training • Who should be trained: • Engineers • Technicians • Operators • Landscapers • Other relevant employees Start with an overall training program and then have annual “refresher” trainings.

1c. Conduct staff training #1 Spill prevention and response: Identifying potential spill areas, Identifying where spill response equipment is located, Responding to spills, and Reporting spills without penalty. #2 Good housekeeping: Regular vacuuming and/or sweeping, Promptly cleaning up spills, Securing drums and containers, and Outlining a regular schedule for housekeeping. #3 Materials management: Neatly organizing materials, Identifying all toxic and hazardous substances, and Handling procedures for toxic and hazardous substances.

1c. Conduct staff training Make sure to show your employees the photos of your facilities during the Pollution Prevention / Good Housekeeping training. Offer training to new employees who are hired after your initial training session.

1c. Conduct staff training Training can also including displaying signs reminding employees about pollution prevention and good housekeeping procedures.

1d. Review municipality owned/operated regulated industrial activities “Conduct annual review of the industrial activities with a Phase I NPDES permit owned and operated by the permittee. Specifically review the following aspects: the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan where one is required, the timeliness of any monitoring reports required by the Phase I permit and the results of inspections and subsequent follow-up actions.”

1d. Review municipality owned/operated regulated industrial activities • It is your responsibility to: • Find out if your local government owns or operates any regulated industrial facilities, • Locate the permit and the SPPP, • Review the SPPP to make sure it is still up to date, • Make sure that the staff responsible for the facility are implementing the SPPP correctly.

1d. Review municipality owned/operated regulated industrial activities What regulated facilities does your LG own and operate? DWQ has a list of active industrial permits at: http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/NPDES/documents.html

1d. Review municipality owned/operated regulated industrial activities • They must have and implement an SPPP (Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan). These plans evaluate the site and operations to reduce pollutant sources and prevent pollutant discharge. • SPPPs must include a: • Site plan. • Stormwater management plan. • Spill prevention and response plan. • Preventive maintenance plan and good housekeeping plan. • Training schedule.

1d. Review municipality owned/operated regulated industrial activities Municipalities are already required to review their regulated industrial facilities for compliance with the SPPP on an annual basis. Putting this measure in the Phase II permit underscores the existing requirement.

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HOW TO DO Pollution Prevention & Good Housekeeping