| You are responsible for preventing contaminants from contributing to polluted stormwater runoff in areas where building repair, remodeling and construction activities are conducted. |
| WHY IS CONSTRUCTION & REPAIR A CONCERN? |
| Areas where building repair, remodeling and minor construction are conducted can contribute contaminants to runoff when measures have not been taken to prevent discharges. |
| WHAT CAN I DO? |
PREVENT POLLUTED RUNOFF BY: |
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- Implementing Best Management Practices (BMPs) as listed below
- Training employees on BMPs, good housekeeping practices & spill response
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| BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES |
- Use soil erosion control techniques when bare ground is temporarily or permanently exposed.
- Enclose painting operations, consistent with local air quality operations.
- Properly store and dispose of generated waste materials.
- Properly store materials that are normally used in repair and remodeling such as paints and solvents.
- Sweep paved surfaces, rather than hosing down or using blowers.
- Properly contain and dispose of wastewater, sweepings and sediments.
- Use non-toxic substitutes for chemicals when possible.
- Regularly inspect and clean storm drains.
- Maintain good housekeeping practices while work is underway.
- Control litter by sweeping and picking up trash on a regular basis.
- Clean up spills immediately to minimize safety hazards and prevent discharge to the storm drain system.
- Train all employees. Your success depends on a well-trained staff.
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Ventura Countywide Stormwater Quality Management Program 