Best Management Practices (BMP's) for Businesses
- Keep all work areas clean and pick up litter regularly.
- Contain leaks by using drip pans and splash guards around and under vehicles and process equipment.
- Repair dumpsters that leak and keep areas around dumpsters clean.
- Identify all areas with outdoor equipment and storage of raw or waste materials that are exposed to rainwater and have the potential to be washed to the storm drain system.
- Inspect equipment and vehicles regularly for leaks.
- Fix the leaks.
- Collect and discharge all wash water to the sanitary sewer system.
- Clean spills with rags, a mop, and absorbents. Never rinse spills to a storm drain.
- Store hazardous materials such as grease, paints, solvents and detergents in appropriate, labeled containers.
- Use secondary containment measures for liquids stored outside or inside near a storm drain.
- Establish a clean-up plan for minor and major spills, post it in work area, and have clean-up kits readily available in accessible locations.
Remember, Only Rain Down the Storm Drain!
Specific Best Management Practices guidelines are available for most businesses. If you have any questions or comments, please call 510-494-4570.
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