Techno Bits/Technical Bulletins

The NPDES storm water program requires that each operator of a Large Construction Activity (defined as a site measuring greater than five acres with potential to discharge pollutants into US waters), obtain a storm water discharge permit or be covered under an applicable general storm water permit. Permits generally require operators (often general contractors and subcontractors) to develop storm water pollution prevention plans to minimize discharge of pollutants in storm water. A storm water plan identifies potential sources of pollutants in storm water discharge from a site and includes measures to minimize these, such as spill prevention and response, proper storage of waste fluids in containers, and employee training in environmental requirements.

Posted - July 7, 2003