Stormwater Pollution Prevention (US)

 Define stormwater;

Recall how the regulation of stormwater has developed;Identify common sources of stormwater pollution;

Recall the effects of stormwater pollution on the environment;

Know some best management practices for preventing stormwater pollution;

Know how to respond to a spill;

Recall the fines and penalties for polluting stormwater;

Know the purpose and requirements of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWP3)

Laws require us to regulate stormwater in order to reduce the pollution of rivers and lakes. Identifying sources of stormwater pollution and keeping them from coming in contact with runoff is one of the best and most economical ways of protecting the quality of our waters. This course presents best management practices to prevent stormwater pollution.


EPA 40 CFR 122