Transcript Illicit Discharge, Spill Response, and Public Education - Robert Potts

2016
FDOT Maintenance Conference
Presented by:
Robert J. Potts
Illicit Discharges and Improper
Disposal Program
Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) Training
Spill Prevention and Response Training
Public Education
Illicit Discharges and Improper
Disposal Program
• Required by FDOT’s NPDES MS4 Permits
• Required by the Clean Water Act (CWA)
• Section 3.7 of FDOT Statewide Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP)
• Consistent with FDOT’s Environmental Policy
• Helps protect our environment
Illicit Discharge Detection and
Elimination (IDDE) Training
• Part III.7.c of the FDOT’s NPDES Phase I MS4 Permit.
• Section 3.7.4 of the FDOT Statewide SWMP.
• Ensure appropriate FDOT staff and contractors are properly
trained to identify and report on illicit discharges, connections,
and dumping to the FDOT MS4 observed during routine
maintenance activities.
What is an Illicit Discharge?
• Any discharge to the Department’s stormwater system that is
not composed entirely of stormwater, except those discharges
authorized under the Department’s NPDES MS4 permits.
• A few exceptions include:
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Discharges from fire fighting activities,
Lawn watering / landscape irrigation runoff,
Water line flushing,
Runoff from residential car washing,
Discharges from potable water sources.
What is an Illicit Discharge?
Illicit Discharge Detection and
Elimination (IDDE) Training
• Ensure all appropriate FDOT maintenance staff and
maintenance contractors receive the Tier I IDDE Training.
• Ensure staff and contractors are aware of their responsibility.
o Observe and Report!
Illicit Discharge Detection and
Elimination (IDDE) Training
• Contractors:
FDOT Maintenance Specification Workbook: SP0080410
Illicit Discharge Detection and
Elimination (IDDE) Training
• FDOT Maintenance Staff:
Roadway and Roadside Maintenance Procedure: 850-000-015-j
Spill Prevention and Response Training
• Part III.7.d of the FDOT’s NPDES Phase I MS4 Permit.
• Section 3.7.4 of the FDOT Statewide SWMP.
• Ensure appropriate FDOT staff and contractors are properly
trained on spill prevention techniques, proper spill response
and containment procedures, and reporting requirements.
Spill Prevention and Response Training
Public Education
• Part III.7.f of the FDOT’s NPDES Phase I MS4 Permit.
• Minimum Control Element 1.a of the Phase II MS4 Permit.
• Section 3.7.5 of the FDOT Statewide SWMP.
• FDOT provides handouts with approved DCPs outlining
information on used oil recycling, proper hazardous waste
disposal, stormwater regulations, and spill reporting.
District Five’s
DCP Flyer
Why is this Important?
• Required by FDOT’s NPDES MS4 Permits.
• Required by the Clean Water Act (CWA).
• Consistent with FDOT’s Environmental Policy.
• Helps protect our environment.
Why is this important?
Friendly Reminder!
• Document training activities!
o Required for NPDES MS4 annual reporting
o Sign-in sheets
o Description / type of training
o Copies of certifications / TRESS Reports
o Date