Inspecting storm water flow structures
Erosion and sediment controls must be inspected weekly and after each rain exceeding 0.5 inch.
It is a good idea to keep records of inspection observations and actions taken, and file with other erosion and sediment control plan paperwork. Keep erosion and sediment controls in good working order until the project is completed. Brush and other debris should be removed from culvert and channel inlets. Rock or sediment accumulating behind silt fences or other sediment filters should be removed regularly. All structures that have become dislodged or damaged (such as silt fences, rock aprons, etc.) should be repaired as soon as possible. Managing trash, supplies, and materials Keep rock entry/exit pads clean by raking/ grubbing or adding new rock as needed when sediment begins to fill spaces between the rock. Make sure that waste materials, building materials, and supplies are properly tied down or contained so that wind and storm water runoff cannot carry the materials away. Keep your site clean! Chemicals, paints, and hazardous waste products should be stored in a trailer or other structure to avoid spills and runoff.
Have a plan to handle fuel, oil, or other spills. Have spill kits and containment material on-site, especially near fueling or equipment service areas. Try to maintain vehicles and equipment away from the site if possible. If maintenance must occur on-site, ensure that spills are cleaned up quickly.