11 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Begin an Inspection on Construction Sites:
- How large is the project?
- What phase of development is the project in?
- Are there hazardous materials or waste fluids stored on site?
- Are there IDS stored on site?
- Does the project include concrete pouring?
- How is the rainfall being tracked?
- What is the protocol followed when a rain event is anticipated?
- Are there any critical or sensitive areas?
- How does stormwater enter and leave the site?
- Will there be dewatering activities? If so, where is the discharge?
- What type of permit(s) are required for this project?
These questions relate to the CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT effluent guidelines, federal guidelines, ALL states and U.S. Territories incorporate into their construction general permit.
An understanding of the effluent guidelines and permit language is a REQUIREMENT in order to be a “QUALIFIED INSPECTOR.”