What is a SWPPP binder?
A SWPPP is a living document that requires regular updates while a construction site is active. It’s also the first thing a stormwater inspector looks at when visiting your job site.
What triggers SWPPP?
When is a SWPPP required?: Typically, SWPPPs are only required for construction projects that disturb more than 1 acre of developed or undeveloped land. Additionally, the California Green Building Code (CalGreen) requires SWPPPs for projects that disturb less than 1 acre.
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 is a WDID number?
A Waste Discharger Identification (WDID) number will be issued to within 10 business days after the State Water Board receives a complete NOI package (original signed NOI, vicinity map, and check). There may be other permits or requirements in addition to the General Permit.
What does the SWRCB do?
The State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board) and the nine Regional Water Quality Control Boards (Regional Boards) protects water quality and allocates surface water rights.
What is a swip in construction?
Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans are required by industry and construction operations to control erosion and minimize chemical impact to stormwater runoff.
What are LID techniques?
The term low impact development (LID) refers to systems and practices that use or mimic natural processes that result in the infiltration, evapotranspiration or use of stormwater in order to protect water quality and associated aquatic habitat.
What is LID compliance?
For LID compliance, all catch basins and inlets that discharge into an existing or proposed storm drain must be labeled to discourage illegal dumping of pollutants. Stencils are available at your local Building and Safety office.
What is the template for developing a swppp?
The template is designed to help guide you through the SWPPP development process and help ensure that your SWPPP addresses all the necessary elements stated in your construction general permit. You should use this template with EPA’s guidance on Developing Your Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Both are available on EPA’s website at
What are the structural practices in swppp?
Describe structural practices (e.g., diversions, berms, ditches, storage basins) including design specifications and details used to divert flows from exposed soils, retain or detain flows, or otherwise limit runoff and the discharge of pollutants from exposed areas of the site. (For more information, see SWPPP Guide, Chapter 4, ESC Principle 3.)
How to insert Project Manager (s or site supervisor (s) in swppp form?
Project Manager(s) or Site Supervisor(s): Insert Company or Organization Name: Insert Name: Insert Address: Insert City, State, Zip Code: Insert Telephone Number: Insert Fax/Email: Insert area of control (if more than one operator at site) : Repeat as necessary SWPPP Contact(s):
How do I create a swppp contact?
SWPPP Contact(s): Insert Company or Organization Name: Insert Name: Insert Address: Insert City, State, Zip Code: Insert Telephone Number: Insert Fax/Email: Insert area of control (if more than one operator at site) : Repeat as necessary This SWPPP was Prepared by: