California pre-precipitation inspection checklist
Before a forecast qualifying precipitation event: checking that controls are deployed and pollutant sources are covered.
Based on: California Construction Stormwater General Permit, Order 2022-0057-DWQ (NPDES CAS000002), inspection requirements
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Forecast
| Item | Pass | Fail | N/A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forecast checked (National Weather Service) and the chance and amount of rain recorded | |||
| Inspection made before the forecast qualifying precipitation event, as the permit requires |
Controls
| Item | Pass | Fail | N/A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perimeter controls in place and intact around all disturbed areas Photo | |||
| Storm drain inlets protected Photo | |||
| Stockpiles, materials and soil covered or contained Photo | |||
| Exposed slopes and inactive areas protected Photo | |||
| Sediment basins and traps have capacity for the storm |
Pollution prevention
| Item | Pass | Fail | N/A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete washouts covered and below capacity | |||
| Trash and recycling containers closed; no loose debris | |||
| No leaks or spills from vehicles and equipment; spill kits stocked |
Follow-up
| Item | Pass | Fail | N/A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contractor told what must be done before the storm, and each item checked off |
Photo A photo is expected with this item.
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This checklist is a starting point. Check each item against your current permit and your agency's standards before relying on it. Based on the State Water Resources Control Board Construction Stormwater General Permit, Order 2022-0057-DWQ (NPDES CAS000002). Requirements vary by the site's risk level; sampling and reports go into SMARTS. Check each template against the current permit and your local requirements before relying on it.
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