What does SWPPP in construction mean?
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
A guide to help you develop a good Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) 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.
What is a SWPPP developer?
The purpose of the SWPPP is to develop a strategy for construction projects to comply with Federal and State stormwater regulations. These regulations are put in place to minimize sediment and other pollutants in stormwater runoff commonly associated with construction activities.
What does SWPPP mean on a mailbox?
If you see a mailbox with this last name on it…guess what? It’s not a last name. It’s the storm water pollution prevention plan that Gina At MMS helps client with. # swppp #stormwater pollution #soilerosion.
What are required on the SWPPP after a major rain event?
The minimum frequency of SWPPP inspections: Typically weekly or bi-weekly and after each rainfall event exceeding 1/2″. EPA’s Construction General Permit requires a: 7 day waiting period after a complete NOI is received and posted on EPA’s website.
What is LRP in SWPPP?
Legally Responsible Person (LRP)
What does QISP stand for?
QISP
| Acronym | Definition |
|---|---|
| QISP | Qualified Industrial Stormwater Practitioner (California) |
| QISP | Qualified Information Security Professional (Security University cerfification) |
| QISP | QSI (Quality Schools International) International School of Phuket (Thailand) |
What does MS4 stand for?
A municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) is a means of transportation, individually or in a system, (e.g. roads with drainage systems, municipal streets, catch basins, curbs, gutters, ditches, man-made channels, storm drains, etc.)
What is Npdes stand for?
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) – Wastewater | California State Water Resources Control Board.
What is QSP in construction?
The permit reads, “The discharger shall ensure that all BMPs required by this General Permit are implemented by a Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP). A QSP is a person responsible for non-stormwater and stormwater visual observations, sampling and analysis.”
What is a QSP certification?
WHAT DOES A QSP DO? A QSP has responsibility for the implementation of all elements of the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), including non-stormwater and stormwater visual observations, sampling, analysis, and preparation of Rain Event Action Plans.
How do I get QSP certified?
To become a QSP, you must take the timed 2-hour QSP exam and pass with a score of better than 70%….New Qualifications:
- Take a QSP / QSD training course.
- Register to take the QSP and/or QSD exam.
- Provide information on underlying certification/registration.
- Take and pass the QSP and/or QSD exam.
What is a SWPP (stormwater pollution prevention plan)?
What is a SWPPP (Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan)? What is a SWPPP? A Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) is a site-specific, written document developed to identify potential sources of stormwater pollution at a construction site.
What is swppp inspection?
SWPPP inspection, also known as a stormwater inspection, is the process of verifying the implementation of a stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) in a construction site.
What is an SWPP checklist and why is it important?
What is an SWPPP Checklist and Why is It Important? An SWPPP checklist is a tool used by construction area managers, local government authorities, and third-party stormwater inspectors to record SWPPP performance, rectify violations, and ultimately, demonstrate compliance with the Clean Water Act (1972).
What should be included in a SWPP plan?
Every SWPPP should include a detailed maintenance plan for all structural and non-structural controls that are put in place, to assure that they remain effective. Inspection procedures should also be clearly outlined, to include the frequency and timelines of those inspections.