Orange County Coastkeeper v. Republic Services, Inc. et al

Filing 34

CONSENT DECREE by Judge Beverly Reid O'Connell. NOW THEREFORE IT IS HEREBY STIPULATED BETWEEN THE SETTLING PARTIES AND ORDERED AND DECREED BY THE COURT AS FOLLOWS: Defendants shall pay a total of $15,000.00 to Coastkeeper for fees and costs incurred by Coastkeeper in monitoring Defendants' compliance with this Consent Decree Defendants agree make a payment of $167,000.00 Payment shall be made within thirty (30) days of entry of this Consent Decree by the Court payable to the "O.C./I.E. Public Interest Green Fund" and delivered by certified mail or overnight delivery to: Orange County Community Foundation, 4041 MacArthur Boulevard, Suite 510, Newport Beach, California 92660. Defendants shall pay a total of  6;193,000.00 to Coastkeeper to partially reimburse Coastkeeper for its investigation fees, expert/consultant fees and costs, and reasonable attorneys' fees incurred as a result of investigating and preparing the lawsuit, and negotiating this Con sent Decree. This Consent Decree constitutes a full and final settlementof this matter. (MD JS-6. Case Terminated.) (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Figures, # 3 Appendix B, # 4 Figures, # 5 Appendix C, # 6 Figures, # 7 Appendix B Receipt of Notice of Intent, # 8 Figures, # 9 Tables, # 10 Tables - Part 1) (jp)

Appendix B
Receipt of Notice of Intent

Appendix C
Example of Annual Report Forms

State of California
STATE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD

2012-2013

ANNUAL REPORT
FOR
STORM WATER DISCHARGES ASSOCIATED
WITH INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITIES

Reporting Period July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013
An annual report is required to be submitted to your local Regional Water Quality Control Board
(Regional Board) by July 1 of each year. This document must be certified and signed, under penalty
of perjury, by the appropriate official of your company. Many of the Annual Report questions require an
explanation. Please provide explanations on a separate sheet as an attachment. Retain a copy of
the completed Annual Report for your records.
Please circle or highlight any information contained in Items A, B, and C below that is new or revised so
we can update our records. Please remember that a Notice of Termination and new Notice of Intent
are required whenever a facility operation is relocated or changes ownership.
If you have any questions, please contact your Regional Board Industrial Storm Water Permit Contact.
The names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of the Regional Board contacts, as well as the
Regional Board office addresses can be found at http://www.swrcb.ca.gov/stormwtr/contact.html. To
find your Regional Board information, match the first digit of your WDID number with the corresponding
number that appears in parenthesis on the first line of each Regional Board office.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
A. Facility Information:

Facility WDID No:

Facility Business Name:

Contact Person:

Physical Address:

e-mail:

City:

CA Zip:

Phone:

Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Code(s):

B. Facility Operator Information:
Operator Name:

Contact Person:

Mailing Address:

e-mail:

City:

State:

Zip:

Phone:

C. Facility Billing Information:
Operator Name:

Contact Person:

Mailing Address:

e-mail:

City:

State:

Zip:

Phone: ______________

2012-2013

ANNUAL REPORT
SPECIFIC INFORMATION
MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM
D.

SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS EXEMPTIONS AND REDUCTIONS
1.

For the reporting period, was your facility exempt from collecting and analyzing samples from two storm events in
accordance with sections B.12 or 15 of the General Permit?
YES

2.

NO

Go to Item D.2

Go to Section E

Indicate the reason your facility is exempt from collecting and analyzing samples from two storm events. Attach a
copy of the first page of the appropriate certification if you check boxes ii, iii, iv, or v.
i.

Participating in an Approved Group Monitoring Plan

Group Name :

ii.

Submitted No Exposure Certification (NEC)

Date Submitted:

Re-evaluation Date:

_

Does facility continue to satisfy NEC conditions?
iii.

YES

Submitted Sampling Reduction Certification (SRC)

Date Submitted:

Re-evaluation Date:

_

Does facility continue to satisfy SRC conditions?
iv.

Received Regional Board Certification

v.

3.

Received Local Agency Certification

E.

YES

NO

Certification Date:
Cetification Date:

If you checked boxes i or iii above, were you scheduled to sample one storm event during the reporting year?
YES

4.

NO

NO

Go to Section E

Go to Section F

If you checked boxes ii, iv, or v, go to Section F.

SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS RESULTS
If less than 2, attach explanation (if you checked
item D.2.i or iii. above, only attach explanation if you
answer “0”).

1.

How many storm events did you sample?

2.

Did you collect storm water samples from the first storm of the wet season that produced a discharge during
scheduled facility operating hours? (Section B.5 of the General Permit)
YES

3.

NO,

How many storm water discharge locations are at your facility?

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attach explanation (Please note that if
you do not sample the first storm event, you are
still required to sample 2 storm events)

4.

For each storm event sampled, did you collect and analyze a
sample from each of the facilitys’ storm water discharge locations?

YES, go to Item E.6

5.

Was sample collection or analysis reduced in accordance
with Section B.7.d of the General Permit?

YES

NO, attach explanation

NO

If “YES”, attach documentation supporting your determination
that two or more drainage areas are substantially identical.
Date facility’s drainage areas were last evaluated

_

6.

Were all samples collected during the first hour of discharge?

YES

NO, attach explanation

7.

Was all storm water sampling preceded by three (3)
working days without a storm water discharge?

YES

NO, attach explanation

8.

Were there any discharges of stormwater that had been
temporarily stored or contained? (such as from a pond)

YES

NO, go to Item E.10

YES

NO, attach explanation

9.

Did you collect and analyze samples of temporarily stored or
contained storm water discharges from two storm events?
(or one storm event if you checked item D.2.i or iii. above)

10. Section B.5. of the General Permit requires you to analyze storm water samples for pH, Total Suspended Solids (TSS),
Specific Conductance (SC), Total Organic Carbon (TOC) or Oil and Grease (O&G), other pollutants likely to be present
in storm water discharges in significant quantities, and analytical parameters listed in Table D of the General Permit.
a.

Does Table D contain any additional parameters
related to your facility's SIC code(s)?

YES

NO, Go to Item E.11

b.

Did you analyze all storm water samples for the
applicable parameters listed in Table D?

YES

NO

c.

If you did not analyze all storm water samples for the
applicable Table D parameters, check one of the
following reasons:
In prior sampling years, the parameter(s) have not been detected in significant quantities from two
consecutive sampling events. Attach explanation
The parameter(s) is not likely to be present in storm water discharges and authorized non-storm water
discharges in significant quantities based upon the facility operator’s evaluation. Attach explanation
Other. Attach explanation

11. For each storm event sampled, attach a copy of the laboratory analytical reports and report the sampling and analysis
results using Form 1 or its equivalent. The following must be provided for each sample collected:
•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•

Date and time of sample collection
Name and title of sampler.
Parameters tested.
Name of analytical testing laboratory.
Discharge location identification.

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Testing results.
Test methods used.
Test detection limits.
Date of testing.
Copies of the laboratory analytical results.

F.

QUARTERLY VISUAL OBSERVATIONS
1.

Authorized Non-Storm Water Discharges
Section B.3.b of the General Permit requires quarterly visual observations of all authorized non-storm water
discharges and their sources.
a.

Do authorized non-storm water discharges occur at your facility?
YES

b.

NO

Go to Item F.2

Indicate whether you visually observed all authorized non-storm water discharges and their sources
during the quarters when they were discharged. Attach an explanation for any “NO” answers. Indicate
“N/A” for quarters without any authorized non-storm water discharges.
July -September

NO

N/A

October-December

YES

NO

N/A

January-March
c.

YES
YES

NO

N/A

April-June

YES

NO

N/A

Use Form 2 to report quarterly visual observations of authorized non-storm water discharges or
provide the following information.
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
vi.

2.

name of each authorized non-storm water discharge
date and time of observation
source and location of each authorized non-storm water discharge
characteristics of the discharge at its source and impacted drainage area/discharge location
name, title, and signature of observer
any new or revised BMPs necessary to reduce or prevent pollutants in authorized non-storm water
discharges. Provide new or revised BMP implementation date.

Unauthorized Non-Storm Water Discharges
Section B.3.a of the General Permit requires quarterly visual observations of all drainage areas to detect the
presence of unauthorized non-storm water discharges and their sources.
a.

Indicate whether you visually observed all drainage areas to detect the presence of unauthorized nonstorm water discharges and their sources. Attach an explanation for any “NO” answers.
July -September

NO

October-December

YES

NO

January-March
b.

YES
YES

NO

April-June

YES

NO

Based upon the quarterly visual observations, were any unauthorized non-storm water discharges detected?
YES

c.

NO

Have each of the unauthorized non-storm water discharges been eliminated or permitted?
YES

d.

Go to item F.2.d

NO

Attach explanation

Use Form 3 to report quarterly unauthorized non-storm water discharge visual observations or provide the
following information.
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
vi.

name of each unauthorized non-storm water discharge.
date and time of observation.
source and location of each unauthorized non-storm water discharge.
characteristics of the discharge at its source and impacted drainage area/discharge location.
name, title, and signature of observer.
any corrective actions necessary to eliminate the source of each unauthorized non-storm water
discharge and to clean impacted drainage areas. Provide date unauthorized non-storm water
discharge(s) was eliminated or scheduled to be eliminated.

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G. MONTHLY WET SEASON VISUAL OBSERVATIONS
Section B.4.a of the General Permit requires you to conduct monthly visual observations of storm water
discharges at all storm water discharge locations during the wet season. These observations shall occur during
the first hour of discharge or, in the case of temporarily stored or contained storm water, at the time of discharge.
1.

Indicate below whether monthly visual observations of storm water discharges occurred at all discharge
locations. Attach an explanation for any “NO” answers. Include in this explanation whether any eligible
storm events occurred during scheduled facility operating hours that did not result in a storm water
discharge, and provide the date, time, name and title of the person who observed that there was no storm
water discharge.
October

YES

NO

February

November

2.

April

January

NO

March

December

YES

May

Report monthly wet season visual observations using Form 4 or provide the following information.
a.
b.
c.
d.

date, time, and location of observation
name and title of observer
characteristics of the discharge (i.e., odor, color, etc.) and source of any pollutants observed.
any new or revised BMPs necessary to reduce or prevent pollutants in storm water discharges.
Provide new or revised BMP implementation date.

ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE SITE COMPLIANCE EVALUATION (ACSCE)
H.

ACSCE CHECKLIST
Section A.9 of the General Permit requires the facility operator to conduct one ACSCE in each reporting period (July 1June 30). Evaluations must be conducted within 8-16 months of each other. The SWPPP and monitoring program
shall be revised and implemented, as necessary, within 90 days of the evaluation. The checklist below includes the
minimum steps necessary to complete a ACSCE. Indicate whether you have performed each step below. Attach an
explanation for any “NO” answers.
1.

Have you inspected all potential pollutant sources and industrial activities areas?
The following areas should be inspected:
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•
•
•
•

areas where spills and leaks have occured during
the last year.
outdoor wash and rinse areas.
process/manufacturing areas.
loading, unloading, and transfer areas.
waste storage/disposal areas.
dust/particulate generating areas.
erosion areas.

•
•
•
•
•
•

•

YES

NO

building repair, remodeling, and construction
material storage areas
vehicle/equipment storage areas
truck parking and access areas
rooftop equipment areas
vehicle fueling/maintenance areas
non-storm water discharge generating areas

2.

Have you reviewed your SWPPP to assure that its BMPs address existing
potential pollutant sources and industrial activities areas?

YES

NO

3.

Have you inspected the entire facility to verify that the SWPPP’s site map,
is up-to-date? The following site map items should be verified:

YES

NO

•
•
•

facility boundaries
outline of all storm water drainage areas
areas impacted by run-on

•
•
•

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storm water discharges locations
storm water collection and conveyance system
structural control measures such as catch basins,
berms, containment areas, oil/water separators, etc.

4.

Have you reviewed all General Permit compliance records generated
since the last annual evaluation?

YES

NO

The following records should be reviewed:
•
•
•
5.

quarterly authorized non-storm water
discharge visual observations
monthly storm water discharge
visual observation
records of spills/leaks and associated
clean-up/response activities

•
•

•

quarterly unauthorized non-storm
water discharge visual observations
Sampling and Analysis records
preventative maintenance inspection
and maintenance records

Have you reviewed the major elements of the SWPPP to assure
compliance with the General Permit?

YES

NO

The following SWPPP items should be reviewed:
•
•
•
6.

pollution prevention team
list of significant materials
description of potential pollutant sources

•
•

assessment of potential pollutant sources
identification and description of the BMPs to be
implemented for each potential pollutant source

Have you reviewed your SWPPP to assure that a) the BMPs are adequate
in reducing or preventing pollutants in storm water discharges and authorized
non-storm water discharges, and b) the BMPs are being implemented?

YES

NO

The following BMP categories should be reviewed:
•
•
•
•
•
7.

I.

good housekeeping practices
spill response
employee training
erosion control
quality assurance

•
•
•

•

preventative maintenance
material handling and storage practices
waste handling/storage
structural BMPs

Has all material handling equipment and equipment needed to
implement the SWPPP been inspected?

YES

NO

ACSCE EVALUATION REPORT
The facility operator is required to provide an evaluation report that includes:
•
•
•

identification of personnel performing the evaluation
the date(s) of the evaluation
necessary SWPPP revisions

•
•

schedule for implementing SWPPP revisions
any incidents of non-compliance and the corrective
actions taken.

Use Form 5 to report the results of your evaluation or develop an equivalent form.
J.

ACSCE CERTIFICATION
The facility operator is required to certify compliance with the Industrial Activities Storm Water General Permit. To
certify compliance, both the SWPPP and Monitoring Program must be up to date and be fully implemented.
Based upon your ACSCE, do you certify compliance with the Industrial
Activities Storm Water General Permit?

YES

If you answered “NO” attach an explanation to the ACSCE Evaluation Report why you are not in
compliance with the Industrial Activities Storm Water General Permit.

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NO

ATTACHMENT SUMMARY
Answer the questions below to help you determine what should be attached to this annual report. Answer NA (Not
Applicable) to questions 2-4 if you are not required to provide those attachments.
1. Have you attached Forms 1,2,3,4, and 5 or their equivalent?

YES (Mandatory)

2. If you conducted sampling and analysis, have you attached the
laboratory analytical reports?

YES

NO

NA

YES

NO

NA

YES

NO

NA

3. If you checked box II, III, IV, or V in item D.2 of this Annual
Report, have you attached the first page of the
appropriate certifications?
4. Have you attached an explanation for each “NO” answer in
items E.1, E.2, E.5-E.7, E.9, E.10.c, F.1.b, F.2.a, F.2.c,
G.1, H.1-H.7, or J?

ANNUAL REPORT CERTIFICATION
I am duly authorized to sign reports required by the INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITIES STORM WATER GENERAL
PERMIT (see Standard Provision C.9) and I certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments
were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to ensure that qualified
personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons
who manage the system, or those person directly responsible for gathering the information, the information
submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate and complete. I am aware that there are
significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment for
knowing violations.
Printed Name:
Signature:

Date:

Title:

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2012-2013

ANNUAL REPORT
DESCRIPTION OF BASIC ANALYTICAL PARAMETERS
The Industrial Activities Storm Water General Permit (General Permit) requires you to analyze storm water samples for at least
four parameters. These are pH, Total Suspended Solids (TSS), Specific Conductance (SC),and Total Organic Carbon (TOC).
Oil and Grease (O&G) may be substituted for TOC. In addition, you must monitor for any other pollutants which you believe to be
present in your storm water discharge as a result of industrial activity and analytical parameters listed in Table D of the General
Permit. There are no numeric limitations for the parameters you test for.
The four parameters which the General Permit requires to be tested are considered indicator parameters. In other words,
regardless of what type of facility you operate, these parameters are nonspecific and general enough to usually provide some
indication whether pollutants are present in your storm water discharge. The following briefly explains what each of these
parameters mean:
pH is a numeric measure of the hydrogen-ion concentration. The neutral, or acceptable, range is within 6.5 to 8.5. At values less
than 6.5, the water is considered acidic; above 8.5 it is considered alkaline or basic. An example of an acidic substance is vinegar,
and a alkaline or basic substance is liquid antacid. Pure rainfall tends to have a pH of a little less than 7. There may be sources of
materials or industrial activities which could increase or decrease the pH of your storm water discharge. If the pH levels of your
storm water discharge are high or low, you should conduct a thorough evaluation of all potential pollutant sources at your site.
Total Suspended Solids (TSS) is a measure of the undissolved solids that are present in your storm water discharge. Sources
of TSS include sediment from erosion of exposed land, and dirt from impervious (i.e. paved) areas. Sediment by itself can be very
toxic to aquatic life because it covers feeding and breeding grounds, and can smother organisms living on the bottom of a water
body. Toxic chemicals and other pollutants also adhere to sediment particles. This provides a medium by which toxic or other
pollutants end up in our water ways and ultimately in human and aquatic life. TSS levels vary in runoff from undisturbed land. It
has been shown that TSS levels increase significantly due to land development.
Specific Conductance (SC) is a numerical expression of the ability of the water to carry an electric current. SC can be used to
assess the degree of mineralization, salinity, or estimate the total dissolved solids concentration of a water sample. Because of
air pollution, most rain water has a SC a little above zero. A high SC could affect the usability of waters for drinking, irrigation, and
other commercial or industrial use.
Total Organic Carbon (TOC) is a measure of the total organic matter present in water. (All organic matter contains carbon)
This test is sensitive and able to detect small concentrations of organic matter. Organic matter is naturally occurring in animals,
plants, and man. Organic matter may also be man made (so called synthetic organics). Synthetic organics include pesticides,
fuels, solvents, and paints. Natural organic matter utilizes the oxygen in a receiving water to biodegrade. Too much organic
matter could place a significant oxygen demand on the water, and possibly impact its quality. Synthetic organics either do not
biodegrade or biodegrade very slowly. Synthetic organics are a source of toxic chemicals that can have adverse affects at very
low concentrations. Some of these chemicals bioaccumulate in aquatic life. If your levels of TOC are high, you should evaluate
all sources of natural or synthetic organics you may use at your site.
Oil and Grease (O&G) is a measure of the amount of oil and grease present in your storm water discharge. At very low
concentrations, O&G can cause a sheen (that floating "rainbow") on the surface of water (1 qt. of oil can pollute 250,000 gallons of
water). O&G can adversely affect aquatic life and create unsightly floating material and film on water, thus making it undrinkable.
Sources of O&G include maintenance shops, vehicles, machines and roadways.
If you have any questions regarding whether or not your constituent concentrations are too high, please contact your local
Regional Board office. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) has published stormwater discharge
benchmarks for a number of parameters. These benchmarks may be helpful when evaluating whether additional BMPs are
appropriate. These benchmarks can be accessed at our website at http://www.swrcb.ca.gov. It is contained in the Sampling and
Analysis Reduction Certification.

See Storm Water Contacts at
http://www.waterboards.ca.gov/water_issues/programs/stormwater/contact.shtml

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2012-2013

ANNUAL REPORT

SIDE A

FORM 1-SAMPLING & ANALYSIS RESULTS
FIRST STORM EVENT
•
•

•

If analytical results are less than the detection limit (or non detectable), show the value as less than
the numerical value of the detection limit (example: <.05)
If you did not analyze for a required parameter, do not report “0”. Instead, leave the appropriate box blank

NAME OF PERSON COLLECTING SAMPLE(S):

_

When analysis is done using portable analysis (such as portable pH meters, SC
meters, etc.), indicate “PA” in the appropriate test method used box.
Make additional copies of this form as necessary.

•

TITLE:

_

SIGNATURE:

_

ANALYTICAL RESULTS
For First Storm Event

DESCRIBE
DISCHARGE
LOCATION
Example: NW Out Fall

DATE/TIME
OF SAMPLE
COLLECTION

TIME
DISCHARGE
STARTED

OTHER PARAMETERS

BASIC PARAMETERS

pH
_

______

_

______

_

______

_

mg/l

umho/cm

mg/l

mg/l

AM
PM

_
AM
PM

TOC

AM
PM

_
AM
PM

O&G

AM
PM

_
AM
PM

SC

pH Units

______

_
AM
PM

TSS

AM
PM

TEST REPORTING UNITS:
TEST METHOD DETECTION LIMIT:
TEST METHOD USED:
ANALYZED BY (SELF/LAB):
TSS - Total Suspended Solids

SC - Specific Conductance

O&G - Oil & Grease

TOC - Total Organic Carbon

2012-2013

ANNUAL REPORT

SIDE B

FORM 1-SAMPLING & ANALYSIS RESULTS
SECOND STORM EVENT
•
•

•

If analytical results are less than the detection limit (or non detectable), show the value as less than
the numerical value of the detection limit (example: <.05)
If you did not analyze for a required parameter, do not report “0”. Instead, leave the appropriate box blank

NAME OF PERSON COLLECTING SAMPLE(S):

_

When analysis is done using portable analysis (such as portable pH meters, SC
meters, etc.), indicate “PA” in the appropriate test method used box.
Make additional copies of this form as necessary.

•

TITLE:

_

SIGNATURE:

_

ANALYTICAL RESULTS
For First Storm Event

DESCRIBE
DISCHARGE
LOCATION
Example: NW Out Fall

DATE/TIME
OF SAMPLE
COLLECTION

TIME
DISCHARGE
STARTED

OTHER PARAMETERS

BASIC PARAMETERS

pH
_

______

_

______

_

______

_

mg/l

umho/cm

mg/l

mg/l

AM
PM

_
AM
PM

TOC

AM
PM

_
AM
PM

O&G

AM
PM

_
AM
PM

SC

pH Units

______

_
AM
PM

TSS

AM
PM

TEST REPORTING UNITS:
TEST METHOD DETECTION LIMIT:
TEST METHOD USED:
ANALYZED BY (SELF/LAB):
TSS - Total Suspended Solids

SC - Specific Conductance

O&G - Oil & Grease

TOC - Total Organic Carbon

2012-2013

ANNUAL REPORT

SIDE A

FORM 2-QUARTERLY VISUAL OBSERVATIONS OF AUTHORIZED
NON-STORM WATER DISCHARGES (NSWDs)
•
•

Quarterly dry weather visual observations are required of each authorized NSWD.
Observe each authorized NSWD source, impacted drainage area, and
discharge location.

QUARTER:

Observers Name:

_

Signature:

_

Observers Name:

_

Title:

_

Signature:

_

Observers Name:

_

Title:

_

Signature:

_

Observers Name:

_

Title:

_

Signature:

_

JULY-SEPT.
DATE:
_
QUARTER:
OCT.-DEC.
DATE:
_
QUARTER:
JAN.-MARCH
DATE:
_
QUARTER:
APRIL-JUNE
DATE:
_

•

Authorized NSWDs must meet the conditions provided in Section D (pages 5-6),
of the General Permit.
Make additional copies of this form as necessary.

_

Title:

•

WERE ANY AUTHORIZED NSWDs
DISCHARGED DURING THIS QUARTER?

WERE ANY AUTHORIZED NSWDs
DISCHARGED DURING THIS QUARTER?

WERE ANY AUTHORIZED NSWDs
DISCHARGED DURING THIS QUARTER?

WERE ANY AUTHORIZED NSWDs
DISCHARGED DURING THIS QUARTER?

YES
NO

YES
NO

If YES, complete
reverse side of
this form.

If YES, complete
reverse side of
this form.

YES

If YES, complete
reverse side of
NO this form.

YES

If YES, complete
reverse side of
NO this form.

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ANNUAL REPORT
FORM 2-QUARTERLY VISUAL OBSERVATIONS OF AUTHORIZED
NON-STORM WATER DISCHARGES (NSWDs)
DATE /TIME OF
OBSERVATION

SOURCE AND
LOCATION OF
AUTHORIZED
NSWD
EXAMPLE:
Air conditioner Units
on Building C

_
AM
PM
_
AM
PM
_
AM
PM
_
AM
PM
_
AM
PM

NAME OF
AUTHORIZED
NSWD
EXAMPLE:
Air conditioner
condensate

DESCRIBE AUTHORIZED NSWD
CHARACTERISTICS

Indicate whether authorized NSWD is clear, cloudy, or
discolored, causing staining, contains floating objects
or an oil sheen, has odors, etc.

At the NSWD
Source

At the NSWD Drainage
Area and Discharge
Location

SIDE B

DESCRIBE ANY REVISED OR NEW
BMPs AND PROVIDE THEIR
IMPLEMENTATION DATE

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ANNUAL REPORT

SIDE A

FORM 3-QUARTERLY VISUAL OBSERVATIONS OF UNAUTHORIZED
NON-STORM WATER DISCHARGES (NSWDs)
•
•
•
•
•
•

Unauthorized NSWDs are discharges (such as wash or rinse waters) that do not meet the conditions provided in
Section D (pages 5-6) of the General Permit.
Quarterly visual observations are required to observe current and detect prior unauthorized NSWDs.
Quarterly visual observations are required during dry weather and at all facility drainage areas.
Each unauthorized NSWD source, impacted drainage area, and discharge location must be identified and observed.
Unauthorized NSWDs that can not be eliminated within 90 days of observation must be reported to the Regional Board in accordance
with Section A.10.e of the General Permit.
Make additional copies of this form as necessary.

QUARTER: JULY-SEPT.
DATE/TIME OF
OBSERVATIONS

AM
PM

QUARTER: OCT.-DEC.
DATE/TIME OF
OBSERVATIONS

AM
PM

QUARTER: JAN.-MARCH
DATE/TIME OF
OBSERVATIONS

AM
PM

QUARTER: APRIL-JUNE
DATE/TIME OF
OBSERVATIONS

AM
PM

Observers Name:

_

Title:

_

Signature:

_

Observers Name:

_

Title:

_

Signature:

_

Observers Name:

_

Title:

_

Signature:

_

Observers Name:

_

Title:

_

Signature:

_

WERE UNAUTHORIZED
NSWDs OBSERVED?

YES

NO

WERE THERE INDICATIONS OF
PRIOR UNAUTHORIZED NSWDs?

YES

NO

WERE UNAUTHORIZED
NSWDs OBSERVED?

YES

NO

WERE THERE INDICATIONS OF
PRIOR UNAUTHORIZED NSWDs?

YES

NO

WERE UNAUTHORIZED
NSWDs OBSERVED?

YES

NO

WERE THERE INDICATIONS OF
PRIOR UNAUTHORIZED NSWDs?

YES

NO

WERE UNAUTHORIZED
NSWDs OBSERVED?

YES

NO

WERE THERE INDICATIONS OF
PRIOR UNAUTHORIZED NSWDs?

YES

NO

If YES to
either
question,
complete
reverse
side.
If YES to
either
question,
complete
reverse
side.
If YES to
either
question,
complete
reverse
side.
If YES to
either
question,
complete
reverse
side.

2012-2013

ANNUAL REPORT
FORM 3 QUARTERLY VISUAL OBSERVATIONS OF UNAUTHORIZED
NON-STORM WATER DISCHARGES (NSWDs)
OBSERVATION
DATE
(FROM
REVERSE SIDE)

NAME OF
UNAUTHORIZED
NSWD

EXAMPLE:
Vehicle Wash
Water

_
AM
PM
_
AM
PM
_
AM
PM
_
AM
PM

SOURCE AND
LOCATION
OF
UNAUTHORIZED
NSWD
EXAMPLE:
NW Corner of
Parking Lot

DESCRIBE UNAUTHORIZED NSWD
CHARACTERISTICS
Indicate whether unauthorized NSWD is clear, cloudy,
discolored, causing stains; contains floating objects or an
oil
sheen, has odors, etc.
AT THE UNAUTHORIZED
NSWD SOURCE

AT THE UNAUTHORIZED
NSWD AREA AND
DISCHARGE LOCATION

SIDE B

DESCRIBE CORRECTIVE
ACTIONS TO ELIMINATE
UNAUTHORIZED NSWD AND
TO CLEAN IMPACTED
DRAINAGE AREAS.
PROVIDE UNAUTHORIZED
NSWD ELIMINATION DATE.

2012-2013

ANNUAL REPORT

FORM 4-MONTHLY VISUAL OBSERVATIONS OF

SIDE A

STORM WATER DISCHARGES
•
•
•

•
•
•

Storm water discharge visual observations are required for at least one storm
event per month between October 1 and May 31.
Visual observations must be conducted during the first hour of discharge
at all discharge locations.
Discharges of temporarily stored or contained storm water must be observed
at the time of discharge.

Observation Date: October

_

Title:
Signature:

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

YES

NO

YES

YES

NO

#3

NO

#4

Drainage Location Description

_

P.M.
A.M.

Time Discharge Began
Were Pollutants Observed
(If yes, complete reverse side)

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.
YES

P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

NO

YES

#1

2012

NO

YES

#2

YES

NO

#3

NO

#4

Drainage Location Description
P.M.
A.M.

Observation Time
_
_

Time Discharge Began
Were Pollutants Observed
(If yes, complete reverse side)

YES

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

_

Signature:

P.M.
A.M.

#2

_

Title:

P.M.
A.M.

NO

Observation Time

Observers Name:

Observers Name:

YES

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

_

Signature:

Observation Date: January

Time Discharge Began
Were Pollutants Observed
(If yes, complete reverse side)

P.M.
A.M.

#1

2012

Title:

#4

P.M.
A.M.

_

Observers Name:

#3

Drainage Location Description
Observation Time

Signature:

Observation Date: December

#2

_

Title:

Observation Date: November

#1

2012

Observers Name:

Indicate “None” in the first column of this form if you did not conduct a monthly visual observation.
Make additional copies of this form as necessary.
Until a monthly visual observation is made, record any eligible storm events that do not result in a storm water
discharge and note the date, time, name, and title of who observed there was no storm water discharge.

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

NO

YES

#1

2013

NO

YES

#2

YES

NO

#3

NO

#4

Drainage Location Description
P.M.
A.M.

Observation Time
_
_

Time Discharge Began
Were Pollutants Observed
(If yes, complete reverse side)

YES

NO

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

_

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

YES

NO

YES

NO

YES

NO

2012-2013

ANNUAL REPORT
FORM 4-MONTHLY VISUAL OBSERVATIONS OF
STORM WATER DISCHARGES
DATE/TIME OF
OBSERVATION
(From Reverse Side)

DRAINAGE AREA
DESCRIPTION
EXAMPLE: Discharge from
material storage Area #2

_
AM
PM
_
AM
PM
_
AM
PM
_
AM
PM
_
AM
PM

DESCRIBE STORM WATER DISCHARGE
CHARACTERISTICS
Indicate whether storm water discharge is clear,
cloudy, or discolored; causing staining; containing
floating objects or an oil sheen, has odors, etc.

IDENTIFY AND DESCRIBE SOURCE(S) OF
POLLUTANTS
EXAMPLE: Oil sheen caused by oil dripped by
trucks in vehicle maintenance area.

SIDE B

DESCRIBE ANY REVISED OR NEW
BMPs AND THEIR DATE OF
IMPLEMENTATION

2012-2013

ANNUAL REPORT

FORM 4 (Continued)-MONTHLY VISUAL OBSERVATIONS OF

SIDE A

STORM WATER DISCHARGES
•
•
•

•
•
•

Storm water discharge visual observations are required for at least one storm
event per month between October 1 and May 31.
Visual observations must be conducted during the first hour of discharge
at all discharge locations.
Discharges of temporarily stored or contained storm water must be observed
at the time of discharge.

Observation Date: February

_

Title:
Signature:

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

YES

NO

YES

YES

NO

#3

NO

#4

Drainage Location Description

_

P.M.
A.M.

Time Discharge Began
Were Pollutants Observed
(If yes, complete reverse side)

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.
YES

P.M.
A.M.
P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

NO

YES

#1

2013

NO

YES

#2

YES

NO

#3

NO

#4

Drainage Location Description
P.M.
A.M.

Observation Time
_
_

Time Discharge Began
Were Pollutants Observed
(If yes, complete reverse side)

YES

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

_

Signature:

P.M.
A.M.

#2

_

Title:

P.M.
A.M.

NO

Observation Time

Observers Name:

Observers Name:

YES

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

_

Signature:

Observation Date: May

Time Discharge Began
Were Pollutants Observed
(If yes, complete reverse side)

P.M.
A.M.

#1

2013

Title:

#4

P.M.
A.M.

_

Observers Name:

#3

Drainage Location Description
Observation Time

Signature:

Observation Date: April

#2

_

Title:

Observation Date: March

#1

2013

Observers Name:

Indicate “None” in the first column of this form if you did not conduct a monthly visual observation.
Make additional copies of this form as necessary.
Until a monthly visual observation is made, record any eligible storm events that do not result in a storm water
discharge and note the date, time, name, and title of who observed there was no storm water discharge.

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

NO

YES

#1

2013

NO

YES

#2

YES

NO

#3

NO

#4

Drainage Location Description
P.M.
A.M.

Observation Time
_
_

Time Discharge Began
Were Pollutants Observed
(If yes, complete reverse side)

YES

NO

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

_

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

P.M.
A.M.

YES

NO

YES

NO

YES

NO

2012-2013

ANNUAL REPORT
FORM 4 (Continued)-MONTHLY VISUAL OBSERVATIONS OF
STORM WATER DISCHARGES
DATE/TIME OF
OBSERVATION
(From Reverse Side)

DRAINAGE AREA
DESCRIPTION
EXAMPLE: Discharge from
material storage Area #2

_
AM
PM
_
AM
PM
_
AM
PM
_
AM
PM
_
AM
PM

DESCRIBE STORM WATER DISCHARGE
CHARACTERISTICS
Indicate whether storm water discharge is clear,
cloudy, or discolored; causing staining; containing
floating objects or an oil sheen, has odors, etc.

IDENTIFY AND DESCRIBE
SOURCE(S) OF POLLUTANTS
EXAMPLE: Oil sheen caused by oil
dripped by trucks in vehicle maintenance
area.

SIDE B

DESCRIBE ANY REVISED OR NEW BMPs AND
THEIR DATE OF IMPLEMENTATION

2012-2013

ANNUAL REPORT

SIDE A

FORM 5-ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE SITE COMPLIANCE EVALUATION
POTENTIAL POLLUTANT SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY BMP STATUS
EVALUATION DATE:

INSPECTOR NAME:

POTENTIAL POLLUTANT
SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY AREA
(as identified in your SWPPP)

TITLE:

YES
NO

HAVE ANY BMPs NOT BEEN
FULLY IMPLEMENTED?

YES
NO

YES
NO

ARE ADDITIONAL/REVISED
BMPs NECESSARY?

YES
NO

Describe additional/revised BMPs or
corrective actions and their date(s) of
implementation

Describe deficiencies in BMPs or BMP
implementation

Describe additional/revised BMPs or
corrective actions and their date(s) of
implementation

Describe deficiencies in BMPs or BMP
implementation

Describe additional/revised BMPs or
corrective actions and their date(s) of
implementation

Describe deficiencies in BMPs or BMP
implementation

Describe additional/revised BMPs or
corrective actions and their date(s) of
implementation

YES
NO

HAVE ANY BMPs NOT BEEN
FULLY IMPLEMENTED?

Describe deficiencies in BMPs or BMP
implementation

YES
NO

ARE ADDITIONAL/REVISED
BMPs NECESSARY?
POTENTIAL POLLUTANT
SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY AREA
(as identified in your SWPPP)

HAVE ANY BMPs NOT BEEN
FULLY IMPLEMENTED?

If yes, to either
question, complete
the next two
columns of this
form

YES
NO

ARE ADDITIONAL/REVISED
BMPs NECESSARY?
POTENTIAL POLLUTANT
SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY AREA
(as identified in your SWPPP)

YES
NO

ARE ADDITIONAL/REVISED
BMPs NECESSARY?
POTENTIAL POLLUTANT
SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY AREA
(as identified in your SWPPP)

HAVE ANY BMPs NOT BEEN
FULLY IMPLEMENTED?

SIGNATURE:

If yes, to either
question, complete
the next two
columns of this
form

If yes, to either
question, complete
the next two
columns of this
form

If yes, to either
question, complete
the next two
columns of this
form

2012-2013

ANNUAL REPORT
FORM 5 (Continued)-ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE SITE COMPLIANCE EVALUATION
POTENTIAL POLLUTANT SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY BMP STATUS
EVALUATION DATE:

INSPECTOR NAME:

POTENTIAL POLLUTANT
SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY AREA
(as identified in your SWPPP)

TITLE:

HAVE ANY BMPs NOT BEEN
FULLY IMPLEMENTED?

YES
NO

YES
NO

HAVE ANY BMPs NOT BEEN
FULLY IMPLEMENTED?

YES
NO

ARE ADDITIONAL/REVISED
BMPs NECESSARY?

POTENTIAL POLLUTANT
SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY AREA
(as identified in your SWPPP)

YES
NO

ARE ADDITIONAL/REVISED
BMPs NECESSARY?
POTENTIAL POLLUTANT
SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY AREA
(as identified in your SWPPP)

YES
NO

ARE ADDITIONAL/REVISED
BMPs NECESSARY?

POTENTIAL POLLUTANT
SOURCE/INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITY AREA
(as identified in your SWPPP)

HAVE ANY BMPs NOT BEEN
FULLY IMPLEMENTED?

YES
NO

HAVE ANY BMPs NOT BEEN
FULLY IMPLEMENTED?

YES
NO

ARE ADDITIONAL/REVISED
BMPs NECESSARY?

YES
NO

If yes, to either
question,
complete the
next two
columns of this
form

If yes, to either
question,
complete the
next two
columns of this
form

If yes, to either
question,
complete the
next two
columns of this
form

If yes, to either
question,
complete the
next two
columns of this
form

SIDE B

SIGNATURE:
Describe deficiencies in BMPs or BMP
implementation

Describe additional/revised BMPs or
corrective actions and their date(s) of
implementation

Describe deficiencies in BMPs or BMP
implementation

Describe additional/revised BMPs or
corrective actions and their date(s) of
implementation

Describe deficiencies in BMPs or BMP
implementation

Describe additional/revised BMPs or
corrective actions and their date(s) of
implementation

Describe deficiencies in BMPs or BMP
implementation

Describe additional/revised BMPs or
corrective actions and their date(s) of
implementation

Appendix D
Example of Visual Observation Forms

STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN

QUARTERLY DRY (NON-STORMWATER)
VISUAL OBSERVATION FORM
Facility Address:

Consolidated Volume Transport (CVT) Material Recovery Facility and Transfer Station
1131 North Blue Gum Street
Anaheim, CA, 92806

Observer Name(s):_________________________________ Title:___________________________
Date:______/______/________

Time:___________AM/PM

Complete by Sep. 30th, Dec. 31st, Mar. 31st, and Jun. 30th

Monitoring Location:

Monitoring Point 1 (Blue Gum Street)

1. Is there non-storm water discharge at MP-1 YES / NO (circle one)
2. If “yes”, describe the location(s), the source of the discharge, and if it is authorized.
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Authorized non-stormwater discharges include fire hydrant flushing, potable water discharge from the operation, maintenance or testing
of potable water sources, drinking fountains, irrigation drainage, landscape watering, and atmospheric condensates from refrigeration,
air conditioning, and compressors.

3. If there is discharge, please describe it using the following characteristics:
Any turbidity (clear, cloudy, or murky)?_______________________________
Any unusual color or oily sheen?_______________________________
Any unpleasant odor?_______________________________
Any floating debris (grass, trash, oil, etc.)?_______________________________
Identify & describe the source(s) of pollutants:___________________________________________
4. Describe any abnormal conditions at the discharge point such as stains, residue, oil, silt,
sludge, or dead/dying vegetation:
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
5. Describe any corrective measures that are to be taken as a result of these observations:
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
6. Are new or revised Best Management Practices (BMPs) required (Include date of
implementation)?___________________________________________________________________
7. Inspector discussed BMPs and storm water management with employees? YES / NO (circle one)

STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN

MONTHLY WET SEASON
VISUAL OBSERVATION FORM
Facility Address:

Consolidated Volume Transport (CVT) Material Recovery Facility and Transfer Station
1131 North Blue Gum Street
Anaheim, CA, 92806

Observer Name(s):_________________________________ Title:___________________________
1. Was there storm water discharge during regular facility operating hours this month? Yes / No
If there was no storm water discharge during business hours this month, then you are done with this form.

Date: ______/______/_______This form must by completed by the end of Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, & May
2. Monitoring Location MP-1 (Monitoring Point 1 at Blue Gum Street)
Observation Time:________AM/PM Est. Time Storm Water Discharge Began:________AM/PM
If there is storm water discharge at MP-1, please describe it:
Any turbidity (clear, cloudy, or murky)?_______________________________
Any unusual color or oily sheen?_______________________________
Any unpleasant odor?_______________________________
Any floating debris (grass, trash, oil, etc.)?_______________________________
Identify & describe the source(s) of pollutants:___________________________________________
5. Describe any corrective measures that are to be taken as a result of these observations:
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
6. Are new or revised Best Management Practices (BMPs) required? Yes / No If yes, describe:
___________________________________________________________________________Date of Implementation:______________

7. Inspector discussed BMPs and storm water management with employees? YES / NO (circle one)
8. Were storm water samples collected and submitted to a laboratory for analysis? Yes / No
9. Field measured pH (if applicable):__________________(use a meter calibrated for pH 4, 7, & 10)
Storm water observations should be done in daylight during scheduled facility operating hours, within the first hour of discharge, on a
day preceded by at least 3 “working” days without stormwater discharge, whenever possible

STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN

BIORETENTION AREA & STORM CHAMBER
VISUAL OBSERVATION FORM
Facility Address:

Consolidated Volume Transport (CVT) Material Recovery Facility and Transfer Station
1131 North Blue Gum Street
Anaheim, CA, 92806

Observer Name(s):_________________________________ Title:___________________________
1. Date: ______/______/_______This form must be completed during every rain event that produces greater than
0.10 inch of rain and occurs during scheduled facility operating hours Monday through Friday.
2. Estimated Rainfall Amount:_____________________________________inches
3. Bioretention Area or StormChamber® overflow is expected? Yes / No (circle one)
4. Bioretention Area and overflow monitoring location MP-1 (North of Post Collection Building)
Observation Time:________AM/PM Is storm water discharge observed: Yes / No (circle one)
Estimated Time Storm Water Discharge/Overflow Began:________AM/PM
Are pre-filter BMPs (fiber rolls, rock basket, & chevrons) in good condition? Yes / No (circle one)
When were BMPs last cleaned and/or replaced? _________________________________________
When was the rock basket last cleaned out? _____________________________________________
Does the Bioretention Area appear to be in good condition? Yes / No (circle one)
Do the plants appear healthy?_______________________________
Is there adequate ground cover?_______________________________
Is there any discoloration?_______________________________
If there is storm water discharge/overflow at MP-1/Area 1, please describe it:
Any turbidity (clear, cloudy, or murky)?_______________________________
Any unusual color or oily sheen?_______________________________
Any unpleasant odor?_______________________________
Any floating debris (grass, trash, oil, etc.)?_______________________________
Identify & describe the source(s) of pollutants:___________________________________________
Describe any corrective measures that are to be taken as a result of these observations:
__________________________________________________________________________________

STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN

BIORETENTION AREA & STORM CHAMBER
VISUAL OBSERVATION FORM (Page 2)
5. StormChamber® 3 and overflow monitoring location (Southwest corner of site)
Observation Time:________AM/PM Is storm water discharge observed: Yes / No (circle one)
Estimated Time Storm Water Discharge/Overflow Began:________AM/PM
Are pre-filter BMPs (fiber rolls, rock basket, & chevrons) in good condition? Yes / No (circle one)
When were BMPs last cleaned and/or replaced? ________________________________________
When was the SedimenTrap™ last cleaned out? ________________________________________
Does the StormChamber® appear to be functioning correctly? Yes / No (circle one)
If there was storm water discharge/overflow at Area 3, please describe it:
Any turbidity (clear, cloudy, or murky)?_______________________________
Any unusual color or oily sheen?_______________________________
Any unpleasant odor?_______________________________
Any floating debris (grass, trash, oil, etc.)?_______________________________
Identify & describe the source(s) of pollutants:___________________________________________
Describe any corrective measures that are to be taken as a result of these observations:
__________________________________________________________________________________
6. StormChamber® 4 and overflow monitoring location (Northwest corner of site)
Observation Time:________AM/PM Is storm water discharge observed: Yes / No (circle one)
Estimated Time Storm Water Discharge/Overflow Began:________AM/PM
Are pre-filter BMPs (fiber rolls, rock basket, & chevrons) in good condition? Yes / No (circle one)
When were BMPs last cleaned and/or replaced? ________________________________________
When was the SedimenTrap™ last cleaned out? ________________________________________

STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN

BIORETENTION AREA & STORM CHAMBER
VISUAL OBSERVATION FORM (Page 3)
Does the StormChamber® appear to be functioning correctly? Yes / No (circle one)
If there was storm water discharge/overflow at Area 4, please describe it:
Any turbidity (clear, cloudy, or murky)?_______________________________
Any unusual color or oily sheen?_______________________________
Any unpleasant odor?_______________________________
Any floating debris (grass, trash, oil, etc.)?_______________________________
Identify & describe the source(s) of pollutants:___________________________________________
Describe any corrective measures that are to be taken as a result of these observations:
__________________________________________________________________________________
5. StormChamber® 5 and overflow monitoring location (North of Bale Storage Building)
Observation Time:________AM/PM Is storm water discharge observed: Yes / No (circle one)
Estimated Time Storm Water Discharge/Overflow Began:________AM/PM
Are pre-filter BMPs (fiber rolls, rock basket, & chevrons) in good condition? Yes / No (circle one)
When were BMPs last cleaned and/or replaced? ________________________________________
When was the SedimenTrap™ last cleaned out? ________________________________________
Does the StormChamber® appear to be functioning correctly? Yes / No (circle one)
If there was storm water discharge/overflow at Area 5, please describe it:
Any turbidity (clear, cloudy, or murky)?_______________________________
Any unusual color or oily sheen?_______________________________
Any unpleasant odor?_______________________________
Any floating debris (grass, trash, oil, etc.)?_______________________________
Identify & describe the source(s) of pollutants:___________________________________________

STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN

BIORETENTION AREA & STORM CHAMBER
VISUAL OBSERVATION FORM (Page 4)
Describe any corrective measures that are to be taken as a result of these observations:
__________________________________________________________________________________

6. Are new or revised Best Management Practices (BMPs) required? Yes / No If yes, describe:
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________

7. Date of Implementation of new BMPs:______________________________________________
8. Were storm water samples collected and submitted to a laboratory for analysis? Yes / No

LITTER CONTROL LOG
Daily record keeping of housekeeping activities at CVT and CVT Recycling 
Focus on litter and paper debris along perimeter of properties
Requirements: PPE (Boots, Safety Vest lvl 3, Safety Glasses, Gloves) worn at all times.
Tools: Provided by Republic and must be returned Daily
START                                                          Date:
1 ‐ Coronado Cul de sac
Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri
Comments
Clean Storm Drain
Clean Fence Line & Curbside
2 ‐ Along Coronado
Clean Curbside
Pick up litter from grass/shrubs
3 ‐ In Front of Ceramics
Clean Loading Dock Area
Clean Parking Lot
Clean Along Building
4 ‐ Coronado / Blue Gum
Clean Curbside
Pick up litter from grass/shrubs
5 ‐ In Front of Post Collection Office
Clean Storm Drain (street side)
Clean Curbside (street side)
Clean Storm Drain (parking lot side)
Clean Curbside (parking lot side)
Pick up litter from grass/shrubs
Clean Parking Lot
6 ‐ Around Post Collection Office
Pick up litter from grass/shrubs
A ‐ Clean area at Clarifiers and Fence
B ‐ Clean Alleyway (east of Ceramics)
7 ‐ HR / Blue Gum / Collections Office
Clean HR Parking Lot 
Pick up litter from grass/shrubs
Clean Collections Parking Lot
8 ‐ CVT Trailer Lot
Pick up litter from grass/shrubs
Clean Parking Lot
Clean Fence Line
9 ‐ Blue Gum / La Palma (outside fence)
Clean Curbside
Pick up litter from grass/shrubs
10 ‐ La Palma / 57 Fwy (outside fence)
Pick up litter from grass/shrubs
11 ‐ La Palma / Blue Gum (outside PRC)
Pick up litter from grass/shrubs

STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN

TARP APPLICATION & INSPECTION LOG
Tarps/sheeting must be firmly held in place with sandbags/weights or tarp hold-down systems. If applicable,
seams should be taped or weighted down their entire length, with a 12 to 24 inch overlap to prevent gaps. Tarps
may be joined using Grip Clips or other fastening devices. All sheeting must be inspected periodically after
installation and after heavy storms or wind. Any failures must be corrected immediately and torn tarps replaced.
The failures and corrections such as re-securing tarps or tarp replacements, should be described.

Inspectors Name(s):________________________________ Title:___________________________
Rain Start Date: _________________________

Approximate Rain Start Time:_____________

Storm End Date:_________________________

Date Tarps were removed:_________________

TARP INSPECTION LOG – (The first line is for the initial tarp application, put subsequent
inspections on the following lines)
Material(s)
Tarp Securing
Describe any failures and
DATE
TIME
Covered
Method
corrections

Additional Comments:

Appendix E
Example of Chain of Custody Form

CHAIN OF CUSTODY RECORD

7440 LINCOLN WAY
GARDEN GROVE, CA 92841-1427

LABORATORY CLIENT:

TEL:

PAGE:

714-238-3397

LAB CONTACT OR QUOTE NO.:

PROJECT CONTACT:
STATE:

FAX:

P.O. NO.:

Storm Water Sampling

1131 N. Blue Gum Street

Anaheim

ZIP:

CA

Jason Graves

92806

SAMPLER(S): (SIGNATURE)

LAB USE ONLY

E-MAIL:
[e-mail]

714-238-3307

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OF

CLIENT PROJECT NAME / NUMBER:

Republic Services of Southern California, LLC - CVT

ADDRESS:

CITY:

DATE:

TEL: [phone] . FAX: [phone]

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TURNAROUND TIME:

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 24 HR

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 72 HR

 5 DAYS

REQUESTED ANALYSIS

 10 DAYS

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (ADDITIONAL COSTS MAY APPLY)

Fecal Coliform

9

Enterococci

W

TIME

Ammonia (as N)

DATE

Cyanide, Total

NO.
OF
CONT.

pH, EC

MP-1

N discharge to Blue Gum Street

MATRIX

SAMPLING

COD

LOCATION /
DESCRIPTION

Metals (Al, As, Cd, Cu, Fe,
Pb, Mg, Hg, Se, Ag, Zn)

SAMPLE ID

Oil & Grease

LAB
USE
ONLY

TSS

 ARCHIVE SAMPLES UNTIL ____ / ____ / ____
Please list tests required

 RWQCB REPORTING
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Relinquished by: (Signature)

Received by: (Signature)

Date:

Time:

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09/07/11 Revision

Exhibit B

DRAFT STORM WATER POLLUTION
PREVENTION/MONITORING PLAN
Consolidated Volume Transport Recycling (CVT-Recycling)
1071 North Blue Gum Street
Anaheim, CA, 92806

Prepared for:

Republic Waste Services of Southern California, L.L.C.
1131 North Blue Gum Street
Anaheim, CA 92806

Prepared by:

1036 W. Taft Avenue, Suite 200
Orange, CA 92865

I certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my
direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to ensure that qualified personnel
properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based upon my inquiry of the persons
who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the
information submitted is to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am
aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility
of fine and imprisonment for knowing violations.

_____________________________________________________________________________

General Manager
Republic Waste Services of Southern California, L.L.C.
Revision Date: September 24, 2013

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION A. STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN REQUIREMENTS .............................. 1
A.1

BACKGROUND ............................................................................................................................................. 1

A.1.1 Regulatory Background ................................................................................................................................ 1
A.1.2 Site Information ............................................................................................................................................ 2
A.2

OBJECTIVES ................................................................................................................................................. 3

A.3

FACILITY ORGANIZATION & DESCRIPTION..................................................................................... 3

A.3.a Pollution Prevention Team ............................................................................................................................ 3
A.4

STORM WATER DRAINAGE PATTERNS AND SAMPLING LOCATIONS ...................................... 4

A.4.1 Drainage Estimate ......................................................................................................................................... 4
A.5

LIST OF SIGNIFICANT MATERIALS ...................................................................................................... 4

A.6

POTENTIAL POLLUTANT SOURCES ..................................................................................................... 4
A.6.a.i Industrial Processes ................................................................................................................................ 5
A.6.a.ii Material Handling and Storage Areas .................................................................................................... 6
A.6.a.iii Dust and Particulate Generating Activities ........................................................................................... 6
A.6.a.iv Significant Spills and Leaks .................................................................................................................. 6
A.6.a.v Non-Storm Water Discharges ................................................................................................................. 6
A.6.a.vi Soil Erosion ........................................................................................................................................... 6

A.6.b Potential Pollution Sources and Corresponding BMPs ................................................................................. 7
A.7

ASSESSMENT OF POTENTIAL POLLUTANT SOURCES ................................................................... 7

A.8

STORM WATER BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES ........................................................................ 7

A.8.a STORM WATER BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES – NON-STRUCTURAL ................................... 7
A.8.a.i Good Housekeeping ................................................................................................................................ 8
A.8.a.ii Preventive Maintenance ......................................................................................................................... 8
A.8.a.iii Spill Response ....................................................................................................................................... 9
A.8.a.iv Material Handling and Storage .............................................................................................................. 9
A.8.a.v Employee Training ............................................................................................................................... 10
A.8.a.vi Waste Handling / Waste Recycling ..................................................................................................... 10
A.8.a.vii Recordkeeping and Internal Reporting ............................................................................................... 11
A.8.a.viii Erosion Control and Site Stabilization .............................................................................................. 11
A.8.a.ix Inspections ........................................................................................................................................... 11
A.8.a.x Quality Assurance ................................................................................................................................ 12
A.8.b

STORM WATER BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES – STRUCTURAL .............................................. 12
A.8.b.i Overhead Coverage ............................................................................................................................... 12
A.8.b.ii Retention Ponds ................................................................................................................................... 12
A.8.b.iii Control Devices .................................................................................................................................. 12
A.8.b.iv Treatment ............................................................................................................................................ 12

A.9

ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE SITE COMPLIANCE EVALUATION ................................................ 13

A.10

SWPPP GENERAL REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................... 14

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TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued)
SECTION B. MONITORING PROGRAM AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS ....................................... 16
B.1

SWPPP IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE AND RESPONSIBILITY ................................................ 16

B.2

OBJECTIVES ............................................................................................................................................... 16

B.3

NON-STORM WATER VISUAL OBSERVATIONS............................................................................... 16

B.4

STORM WATER DISCHARGE VISUAL OBSERVATION .................................................................. 17

B.5

SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS .................................................................................................................... 17

B.5.a Sampling Preparation .................................................................................................................................. 17
B.5.b Sampling Protocol ....................................................................................................................................... 18
B.5.c Sampling Methods and Parameters ............................................................................................................. 18
B.6

SAMPLE STORM WATER DISCHARGE LOCATIONS ...................................................................... 18

B.6.a Representative Drainage Areas ................................................................................................................... 18
B.6.b Comingled Storm Water.............................................................................................................................. 19
B.6.c Sample Locations That Are Difficult to Observe and Sample..................................................................... 19
B.6.d Substantially Identical Drainage Areas ....................................................................................................... 19
B.7

VISUAL OBSERVATION AND SAMPLE COLLECTION EXCEPTIONS ......................................... 19

B.7.a Exceptions ................................................................................................................................................... 19
B.7.b Non-Qualifying Observation and Sampling Exceptions ............................................................................. 19
B.8

ALTERNATIVE MONITORING PROCEDURES .................................................................................. 19

B.9

MONITORING METHODS ....................................................................................................................... 19

B.9.a Rationale for CVT-Recycling Monitoring Program .................................................................................... 19
B.9.a.i Visual Observations .............................................................................................................................. 19
B.9.a.ii Sampling Location................................................................................................................................ 20
B.9.a.iii Analytical Methods and Detection Limits ............................................................................................ 20
B.9.b Sampling and Sample Preservation ............................................................................................................. 21
B.10

INACTIVE MINING OPERATIONS ........................................................................................................ 21

B.11

SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS EXEMPTIONS AND REDUCTIONS ................................................... 21

B.12

RECORDS .................................................................................................................................................... 21

B.13

ANNUAL REPORT ..................................................................................................................................... 22

B.14

GROUP MONITORING ............................................................................................................................. 22

B.15

WATERSHED MONITORING OPTION ................................................................................................. 22

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TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued)
Figure 1 – Site Vicinity Map
Figure 2 – SWPPP Site Plan
Figure 3A – Preliminary Bioretention Site Map
Figure 3B – Bioretention BMP Details

Table 1 – CVT-Recycling Storm Water Pollution Prevention Team
Table 2 – List of Significant Materials at CVT-Recycling & the OCHHWCC
Table 3 – Potential Pollution Sources and Corresponding BMPs

Appendix A – Copy of General Storm Water Permit
Appendix B – Receipt of Notice of Intent
Appendix C – Example of Annual Report Forms
Appendix D – Example of Visual Observation Forms
Appendix E – Example of Chain of Custody Form

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SECTION A. STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN REQUIREMENTS
A.1

BACKGROUND

This storm water pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) has been created by Environ Strategy
Consultants, Inc. (Environ Strategy) for the Consolidated Volume Transport Recycling Facility
(CVT-Recycling) owned and operated by Republic Waste Services of Southern California, L.L.C.
(Republic). The CVT-Recycling Facility also includes an approximately 11,100 square-foot area
that is leased to Orange County. This area is used for the Orange County Household Hazardous
Waste - Anaheim Collection Center (OCHHWCC).
The contents of this SWPPP are consistent with the guidelines of the California State Water
Resources Control Board (SWRCB) and include facility runoff locations and descriptions,
narratives of both facility processes and storm water prevention techniques, and a monitoring
program with reporting requirements. The objectives of this SWPPP are: (1) to identify and
evaluate sources of pollutants associated with industrial activities that may affect the quality of
storm water discharges and authorized non-storm water discharges from the site; and (2) to
identify and implement site-specific Best Management Practices (BMPs) to reduce or prevent
pollutants associated with industrial activities in storm water discharges and authorized nonstorm water discharges. The results of this SWPPP are based upon a facility audit and
documentation provided by Republic to Environ Strategy. CVT-Recycling is fully aware of the
significance of pollution on the immediate and larger environment and is adamant about
maintaining and exceeding regulatory compliance.
A.1.1 Regulatory Background
Storm water at CVT-Recycling is managed in accordance with appropriate federal and state
regulations including the Environmental Protection Agency, National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) requirements. In response to federal regulations promulgated in
1972 by the Water Pollution Control Act (also known as Clean Water Act or CWA), as amended
in 1989 and codified as final regulations in 1990 in Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations,
Part 122 (40 CFR 122), SWRCB elected to issue a statewide General Permit that would apply to
all discharges covered under the new regulations, except municipal storm drain systems and
storm water discharges from construction activities covered under separate statewide permits.
The General Permit was initially issued in November 1991 under Water Quality Order
No. 91-13-DWQ.
SWRCB issued a revised General Permit under Order No. 97-03-DWQ in April 1997 (revised
General Permit) to replace the existing General Permit issued under Order No. 91-13-DWQ. This
revised General Permit was issued to amend some of the provisions of the expired permit in
accordance with federal regulations. The revised General Permit is described in the following
section.

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The revised General Permit issued under SWRCB Order No. 97-03-DWQ had waste discharge
requirements (WDRs) for discharges of storm water associated with industrial activities.
Industrial sites covered under the former and revised permits must comply with the following
requirements:





Submit an abbreviated Notice of Intent (NOI) form.
Prepare a revised SWPPP to comply with the appropriate requirements of the revised
General Permit.
Develop and implement a revised storm water monitoring program.
Report storm water testing results and perform a comprehensive site compliance evaluation
annually.

A copy of the revised General Permit for Order No. 97-03-DWQ is enclosed in Appendix A.
CVT-Recycling applied for the Regional Water Quality Control Board General Storm Water
Permit on July 22, 2013. A copy of the NOI Application is included in Appendix B.
A.1.2 Site Information
The CVT-Recycling Facility contains the Orange County Household Hazardous Waste Anaheim Collection Center (OCHHWCC) which accepts residential household hazardous waste
and electronic waste (E-waste) Tuesday through Saturday. This consists of an approximately
11,100 square-foot area that is leased to Orange County. The CVT-Recycling portion of the
facility accepts recyclable materials including aluminum cans, plastic bottles, cardboard, and
paper for redemption. The site location is illustrated on Figure 1 and the site details are shown
on Figure 2.
Name/Address:

Site Contact:
Telephone:
Facility SIC Codes:

Republic Waste Services of Southern California, L.L.C.
dba Consolidated Volume Transport Recycling (CVT-Recycling)
1071 North Blue Gum Street
Anaheim, CA 92806

Robin Murbach – General Manager
714-575-3820
5093 (Scrap & Waste Materials) and 4212 (Hazardous Waste Collection
without disposal)
Facility NAICS Code: 562112 (Hazardous Waste Collection without disposal) and 42193
(Recyclable Materials Wholesalers)
WDID #:
Pending

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OBJECTIVES

The objectives of this SWPPP are: (1) to identify and evaluate sources of pollutants associated
with industrial activities that may affect the quality of storm water discharges and authorized
non-storm water discharges from the site; and (2) to identify and implement site-specific best
management practices (BMPs) to reduce or prevent pollutants associated with industrial
activities in storm water discharges and authorized non-storm water discharges. The results of
this SWPPP are based upon a facility audit and documentation provided to Environ Strategy.
CVT-Recycling is fully aware of the significance of pollution on the immediate and larger
environment and is adamant about maintaining and exceeding regulatory compliance.

A.3

FACILITY ORGANIZATION & DESCRIPTION

Republic is an integrated solid waste management company that includes the nearby CVT
Material Recovery Facility & Transfer Station. The CVT-Recycling Facility is a paved
triangular shaped lot that includes an inactive scale, a building with an office and canopy for the
recycling redemption operations, a bin storage area, and a public drop-off area. The northeast
portion of the site includes an approximately 11,100 square-foot parcel leased to Orange County
with an approximately 3,274 square foot building. This area is surrounded by a chain-link fence
and is used as a public household hazardous waste drop-off and storage facility that is operated
by the Orange County (see Figure 2).
The CVT-Recycling site is approximately 1.5 acres in size. Approximately 82% of the site is
surfaced in impervious materials. Structures account for approximately 8% of the site, while
74% is comprised of paved areas. The remaining 18% pervious surface consists of landscaped
areas around the perimeter of the site, as well as the proposed bioretention area, which will be
installed by December 31, 2013 (see Figure 2).
Site operations include the drop-off, weighing, segregating, temporary storage, and transport offsite of recyclable materials, e-waste, and hazardous wastes.
A.3.a Pollution Prevention Team
The members of the CVT-Recycling Pollution Prevention Team (PPT) are listed in Table 1. The
PPT has the authority and responsibility for coordinating and implementing the SWPPP. The
PPT includes personnel knowledgeable in spill control, health and safety, materials management,
and waste management. The General Manager of the facility oversees the SWPPP and delegates
responsibility to site staff to act as the PPT. The ongoing training and implementation of this
SWPPP and monitoring program is the responsibility of the General Manager, who may be
supported in these responsibilities by Republic’s Maintenance Managers, Operations Managers,
and/or Environmental Managers.

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STORM WATER DRAINAGE PATTERNS AND SAMPLING LOCATIONS

The primary drainage direction at the site is west towards an existing drop inlet that drains offsite to a drainage channel that is adjacent to the west-bound 91 freeway ramp connector to the 57
freeway. The flow direction is illustrated on Figure 2.
There are storm drains located along Blue Gum Street, the 57 and 91 freeways, and La Palma
Avenue that are not the responsibility of CVT-Recycling.
There is one representative storm water discharge location that has been identified at the site for
monitoring, as illustrated on Figure 2. Monitoring Point 1 is located at a drop inlet in the west
corner of the site. It will remain in this same general location after the proposed bioretention
area is constructed by December 31, 2013. The bioretention area is designed to capture runoff
from an 85th percentile storm. Therefore, a storm event greater than the 85th percentile will be
required to produce enough storm water volume to discharge via the drop inlet. Overflow will be
sampled if it occurs. If the overflow is due to a storm event greater than the 85th percentile, the
sampling will be for informational purposes only.
A.4.1 Drainage Estimate
An estimate of the drainage area, in relation to total facility square footage is presented below. A
site plan identifying the drainage area, discharge location, and monitoring point is identified in
Figure 2.
Drainage
Area
Section I

A.5

Runoff Source Area
Almost the entire site including the paved lot used for bin storage and
parking, the recycling center, the OCHHWCC, an inactive truck scale,
equipment for crushing cans, and e-waste containers.

% of Total
Facility

(Approx.
Sq. Feet)

100%

62,470

LIST OF SIGNIFICANT MATERIALS

Raw materials reported to the local Hazardous Material Business Plan program and used either
currently or within the last two to three years on the CVT-Recycling site are listed in Table 2. A
complete listing of raw materials is also contained in the CVT-Recycling Hazard
Communication MSDS binder. See Figure 2 for the approximate locations of material storage
areas.

A.6

POTENTIAL POLLUTANT SOURCES

This section identifies the process and material handling areas and lists the significant materials
that are handled and stored in each area at the CVT-Recycling site.

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A.6.a.i Industrial Processes
Industrial process areas identified as potential source contributors to pollutants in storm water
runoff include: recycled materials drop-off and temporary storage areas; an inactive truck scale;
the OCHHWCC building and adjacent paved areas used for storing e-waste; the remaining paved
lot used for bin storage and vehicle parking. Pollutants inadvertently coming in contact with
rainwater may increase levels of oil and grease (O&G), total suspended solids (TSS), metals, and
chemical oxygen demand (COD). The potential pollutants present in each area are described
below.
CVT Recycling Center
Vehicles enter the CVT Recycling Center at the south driveway off of Blue Gum Street. They
drive around the building and park near its west side where there are bins for them to unload
recyclable materials into. Aluminum cans, glass and plastic bottles, cardboard, and different
types of paper may be transferred in this area (Figure 2). Recycled materials awaiting removal
from the site are stored in bins that are staged in the west paved area. The temporarily stored
materials are inert in nature, but may result in debris such as metal filings, broken glass, bits of
plastic and/or minor dripping of liquids such as soda, etc. The unloading and bin staging areas
are inspected and cleaned regularly by maintenance staff. Bins are inspected for leaks and the
contents are checked to make sure they are not creating a hazard. Exposed materials are covered
with tarps during rain events to prevent storm water contact.
Orange County Household Hazardous Waste – Anaheim Collection Center
Vehicles enter the OCHHWCC at the north driveway off of Blue Gum Street. They follow the
signs directing them to drive in a circle around OCHHWCC building and park near its east side.
The vehicle passengers are instructed not to leave their vehicle. Orange County employees will
take e-waste such as computers, televisions, monitors, and other small electronics, and place
them in green e-waste bins staged nearby. Small amounts of household chemicals, batteries,
propane tanks, etc. are placed on carts and wheeled over to the building for segregation and
storage. All hazardous liquids are stored within the building in segregated containers and on
secondary containment. The building itself also has secondary containment. New unused drums
and containers are stored outside against the fence located west of the building. E-waste is
stored in bins staged to the north and east outside the building. There is also a portable-toilet
located in the northeast corner. The building, unloading, and bin staging areas are inspected and
cleaned regularly by OC staff. The hazardous waste is picked up by licensed transporters using
manifest tracking documentation in accordance with State and Federal regulations. The e-waste
and hazardous waste is taken to various licensed facilities for recycling and/or disposal. Exposed
e-waste materials are covered with tarps during rain events to prevent storm water contact.
Scale
The scale is currently inactive. Windblown dust and litter may get trapped under the scale.

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Vehicle Parking Area
Most of the employee vehicles park along Blue Gum, but some occasionally park onsite. A
forklift is usually parked at the site. The public also temporarily park their vehicles during
unloading activities. Parked vehicles and equipment are potential sources for storm water
pollution from leaks of coolant, oils, etc. Maintenance staff inspects the parking lots and paved
areas and clean up minor spillage, oily drips, etc. Site equipment is maintained and checked for
leaks on a regular basis.
A.6.a.ii Material Handling and Storage Areas
The significant materials and their storage locations at the site are listed in Table 2 - List of
Significant Materials at CVT-Recycling & the Orange County Household Hazardous Waste
Collection Center (OCHHWCC). Recyclable materials including aluminum, glass, plastic,
cardboard, and paper are handled in the Recycling Center and stored in roll-off bins in the paved
lot on the west side of the site. Household hazardous waste is stored inside the OCHHWCC
building. E-waste is stored in e-waste bins staged in the northeast corner of the site.
A.6.a.iii Dust and Particulate Generating Activities
The unloading, sorting, loading, and other processing (can crushing) activities of recyclable
materials can generate dust and particulates. Dust and particulates from site activities are mainly
deposited next to the Recycling Center. However, offsite sources also contribute to the dust at
the site. Windblown dust and litter come from the adjacent 57 and 91 freeways, and the La
Palma Street overpass. CVT-Recycling personnel sweep the site and pick up litter daily.
A.6.a.iv Significant Spills and Leaks
There have been no identified, significant spills from the facility for materials listed in 40 CFR
Part 372, extremely hazardous materials, or other on-site raw materials onto the facility grounds
at CVT-Recycling.
A.6.a.v Non-Storm Water Discharges
The CVT-Recycling has installed engineering controls to prevent any non-storm water
discharges (irrigation water, air conditioner and misting system runoff, etc.) from leaving the site.
These are discussed later in Section A.8 – Best Management Practices. Domestic wastewater is
piped directly to municipal sanitary sewer lines. Republic does not anticipate unauthorized nonstorm water discharges or infiltration at this site. Spill kits and spill response procedures to
ensure that no unauthorized non-storm water discharge will reach the bioretention area are in
place.
A.6.a.vi Soil Erosion
Only 18% of CVT-Recycling has permeable surfaces with potential to erode during heavy rain
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established plants and grass to prevent erosion, and the bioretention area that will be installed by
December 31, 2013.
A.6.b Potential Pollution Sources and Corresponding BMPs
CVT-Recycling has identified potential areas of impact to storm water runoff and has
implemented the best management practices listed in Table 3 – Assessment of Potential
Pollutant Sources and Corresponding Best Management Practices. The non-structural and
structural BMPs are also discussed in more detail in the following sections.
Due to the topography of the site and perimeter vegetation, storm water run-on is unlikely to
occur at CVT-Recycling. The driveways are built in order to not allow any run-on or run-off at
Blue Gum.

A.7

ASSESSMENT OF POTENTIAL POLLUTANT SOURCES

Certain materials used or stored on the site contain potential pollutants. The following table lists
the pollutants identified as having a reasonable potential to be present in storm water discharge.
Potential Pollutant

Source

Location

Chemical Oxygen
Demand (COD)

Liquid residues from recyclable materials

Recycling center and bin
storage areas

Oil & Grease

Fuels & Lubricants dripping from vehicles and
equipment

Vehicle traffic areas

Total Suspended Solids
(TSS)

Dirt and dust

Metals

Recyclable materials and site equipment, bins, and
trucks

Unpaved areas and
vehicle traffic areas,
Recycling Center and bin
storage areas

A.8 STORM WATER BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
Table 3 contains an assessment of potential pollutant sources and the corresponding best
management practices utilized at CVT-Recycling. The BMPs are also separated in to nonstructural and structural categories and described below.
A.8.a STORM WATER BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES – NON-STRUCTURAL
CVT-Recycling has developed the following storm water management controls based on the
requirements of the revised General Permit, facility process knowledge, and observed runoff
gradients. These storm water controls utilize existing personnel and established preventive
maintenance routines, including spill prevention and spill response techniques.

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A.8.a.i Good Housekeeping
The following procedures are routinely employed to maintain CVT-Recycling as a clean and
orderly facility:


Hydrocarbon spots left by vehicles are removed on a regular basis using absorbent and/or a
water-based, biodegradable solvent;



The paved lot is kept clean and clear of debris using dry sweeping methods or the street
sweeper;



A regenerative street sweeper cleans along Blue Gum Street and La Palma Avenue daily;



Rainwater gutters and downspouts are periodically cleaned to remove excessive debris,
vegetation, and silt so that storm flow is not obstructed;



Absorbent material and pans are used to contain leaks, spills, or small discharges;



Hazardous wastes are kept in segregated, clearly labeled, and dated containers awaiting
transport off site in accordance with applicable handling regulations;



A dedicated litter collection person inspects the facility and perimeter of the site daily and
picks up any litter found; and



Litter collection, tarp applications and inspections, and BMP inspections and maintenance
will be logged through the use of activity logs and observation forms. Examples of these
forms are enclosed in Appendix D.

A.8.a.ii Preventive Maintenance
The following preventative maintenance procedures are routinely practiced at CVT-Recycling:


Site equipment receives regular maintenance in accordance with manufacturers’
recommendations to prevent leaks;



Absorbent material and spill kits are readily available at the OCHHWCC where leaks may
occur; and



The bioretention and pre-treatment area located in the west corner of the site will be
inspected periodically and cleaned before and during the rainy season, which will be
documented on the Bioretention Area Visual Observation Form in Appendix D.

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A.8.a.iii Spill Response
Spills of hazardous materials will be handled appropriately. If required, a HAZMAT contractor
will be contracted. In the event of a significant spill the appropriate supervisor or manager will
be immediately notified and the following activities will be conducted:
1. Identify product and secure the area (if necessary).
2. Obtain personal protective equipment and maintain safety of employees.
3. Contain spilled material with portable dikes, absorbent socks, and/or other absorbent
materials.
4. Cover floor and storm drains to prevent release.
5. Remove soiled absorbent, clean up material, and package it for disposal in accordance
with environmental regulations.
6. Clean area to the approval of the appropriate manager.
7. Log the time, place, volume, reason for, and type of spill release (raw material usage,
vehicle and tank fueling, or other vehicle fluids) in an incident report.
8. Replace or clean any spill control equipment so that it will be ready for the next event.
9. The incident shall be reported to the General Manager and/or Site Manager. The
appropriate manager(s) shall determine the need for reporting to local enforcement
agencies in accordance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
A.8.a.iv Material Handling and Storage
The following material handling and storage procedures are employed at CVT-Recycling to
minimize spills and prevent exposure of storm water to pollutants:


CVT-Recycling personnel observe the unloading of recyclable materials to ensure that
that there are no spills, leaks, or illegal materials present. Minor spills are cleaned up
promptly.



Recyclable materials are stored in bins on paved surfaces.



Heavy materials are loaded and unloaded by a trained forklift operator.



Hazardous materials are unloaded from public vehicles by trained Orange County
personnel and placed on spill containment.



All containers storing significant materials are kept closed except when adding or
removing material.



All hazardous waste is stored in containers appropriate for the type of chemical being
stored.



Chemicals are segregated by type within the OCHHWCC building and have legible
labels identifying the material.

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All the hazardous waste and e-waste materials are tracked and picked up in accordance
with State and Federal regulations by licensed transporters using appropriate manifest
documentation. The materials are transported to licensed facilities for recycling and
disposal in accordance with regulations.

A.8.a.v Employee Training
Responsibilities of the SWPPP Manager include implementation of annual training schedules for
Republic employees handling hazardous materials and having spill prevention/response
responsibilities through the Hazard Communication Training Program. This program includes
training designated employees in implementing facility controls, spill response, good
housekeeping, tarp applications and inspections, appropriate hazardous material handling and
storage, and other required training. Orange County employees receive their own training that is
not the responsibility of Republic.
In addition to emergency response procedures identified in the Emergency Response Plan, CVTRecycling has designated key employees to perform storm water management roles. These
employees are trained to identify conditions at the various work areas at the site that may
potentially cause pollution of storm water. Each new employee whose work in the course of
their job might impact storm water, shall complete the Republic SWPPP and Spill Prevention
Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Training Program. This training is designed to maintain
employee awareness regarding storm water pollution prevention practices. Drivers/operators
receive additional training in proper fueling procedures and spill prevention procedures.
A.8.a.vi Waste Handling / Waste Recycling
The following waste handling and recycling procedures are implemented at CVT-Recycling to
minimize and prevent exposure of storm water to pollutants:


If applicable, drip pans are emptied into the appropriate waste tank.



Dry shop waste (rags, absorbent materials, etc.) is stored in a covered container located
indoors in the OCHHWCC building.



Hazardous wastes are unloaded from public vehicles by trained Orange County personnel
and placed on spill containment.



All hazardous waste is stored in containers appropriate for the type of chemical being
stored.



Chemicals are segregated by type within the OCHHWCC building and have legible
labels identifying the material.



All the hazardous waste and e-waste materials are tracked and picked up in accordance
with State and Federal regulations by licensed transporters using appropriate manifest
documentation. The materials are transported to licensed facilities for recycling and
disposal in accordance with regulations.

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A.8.a.vii Recordkeeping and Internal Reporting
Orange County employees are responsible for maintaining their own records at the OCHHWCC
building. CVT-Recycling will keep copies of all storm water and non-storm water discharge
observation forms, chain of custody, analytical data, and records documenting Republic
employee training, litter collection, tarp application, and storm water BMP inspections and
maintenance at the Post Collection Building located at 1131 North Blue Gum Street. All
elements of SWPPP observations will be retained as part of the plan. The time, place, volume,
reason for, and type of release (raw material usage, vehicle and tank fueling, or other vehicle
fluids) for any spills will be recorded on an incident report. All compliance reporting will be
carried out in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
A.8.a.viii Erosion Control and Site Stabilization
Impermeable surfaces at CVT-Recycling are maintained with landscape vegetation to prevent
erosion. Runoff from air conditioners, refrigeration units, or other similar equipment discharges
to the pavement and then sheet flows to the bioretention area. Landscaped areas are irrigated at
intervals consistent with County or City Water Conservation Resolutions. Excess runoff from
hoses, irrigation lines, air conditioners, or other domestic water sources are directed away from
site areas where pollutants are likely to accumulate. During the storm season sandbags, fiber rolls,
or other sediment control devices may be utilized.
A.8.a.ix Inspections
Monthly, quarterly, and annual SWPPP inspections are conducted by Republic employees in
accordance with the General Permit requirements. These inspections are described in
Section B.13.
Designated CVT-Recycling and Orange County employees perform routine site inspection duties.
Inspecting employees may recommend any additional spill prevention controls. Equipment is
regularly inspected to check for leaks. Vehicle parking and transit areas are inspected regularly
for drips, debris, etc. A designated litter control person will inspect the perimeter of the facility
daily and pick up litter, which will be recorded on the Litter Control Logs in Appendix D. If
tarps are applied to cover materials during rain events, their application and inspections will be
recorded on the Tarp Application and Inspection Form in Appendix D.
The Bioretention and pre-treatment area will be inspected during rain events that occur during
scheduled facility operating hours during the rainy season. A Bioretention Visual Observation
Form for documenting the BMP inspections is enclosed in Appendix D. The bioretention and
pre-treatment area will also be cleaned before and during the rainy season as required.

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A.8.a.x Quality Assurance
The ongoing training and implementation of this SWPPP program is the responsibility of the
General Manager, who is supported in these responsibilities by the PPT. The General Manager
may designate a qualified environmental consultant for review and updating the SWPPP on an
“as needed” basis.

A.8.b STORM WATER BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES – STRUCTURAL
CVT-Recycling utilizes structural control measures to minimize rainfall runoff and impact from
on-site operations. The structural control measures include overhead coverage, control devices to
channel storm water away from pollution sources, secondary containment, and treatment devices.
Structural control measures are discussed in the following sections.
A.8.b.i Overhead Coverage
Work is conducted inside the Recycling Center building or beneath the attached canopy as much
as possible.
Bins lids are closed or covered as applicable during rain events
All the household hazardous waste is stored inside the OCHHWCC building.
A.8.b.ii Retention Ponds
There are no retention ponds at CVT Recycling.
A.8.b.iii Control Devices
The Recycling Building and OCHHWCC building have gutters and downspouts to collect storm
water roof runoff and direct it to areas where it will not come into contact with pollutants. A
concrete curb runs around the perimeter of the CVT-Recycling site and the two driveways at
Blue Gum Street are elevated, to prevent storm water discharge from leaving the site. Only the
rain falling on the East side of the driveways (adjacent to Blue Gum Street) will flow onto Blue
Gum Street.
A.8.b.iv Treatment
A bioretention area will be installed in the west corner of the site by December 31, 2013 (see
Figures 3A and 3B). All stormwater discharge from the site flows to this area. The
pretreatment will consist of concrete chevrons providing energy dissipation, as well as a basket
of 4” to 6” rocks which will provide energy dissipation and sediment removal. Curb cuts along
the east side of this area will direct storm water flow through pre-treatment rocks designed to
contain sediment and act as velocity dissipaters to prevent erosion of the bioretention area. The
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west-bound 91 freeway ramp connector to the 57 freeway. Storm water discharge from the
bioretention area will be monitored at discharge location MP-1 (Figure 3A).
The above mentioned bioretention area has been designed for the 85th percentile storm, which is
0.9 inches of precipitation in a 24-hour period. If the storm event exceeds the 85th percentile, the
overflow will discharge to the drop inlet. Due to the design of the bioretention area and the drop
inlet, storm water must exceed the ponding depth before flowing into the inlet. Storm water
discharge due to overflow of the bioretention area will be sampled. If a storm event greater than
the 85th percentile storm occurs, leading to overflow of the bioretention area, this overflow will
be sampled for informational purposes only.

A.9

ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE SITE COMPLIANCE EVALUATION

The General Manager or their qualified designee shall conduct an Annual Comprehensive Site
Compliance Evaluation. These annual compliance evaluations will be conducted at CVTRecycling to evaluate site compliance with the elements contained in this SWPPP. The annual
evaluations will cover annual reporting period from July 1st of each year to June 30th of the
following year and will be conducted within 8-16 months of each other.
The following activities will be conducted during each annual evaluation:


Review of inspection records and storm water sampling data collected during the
reporting period.



Visual inspection of all potential pollutant sources identified at the site for evidence of, or
the potential for, pollutants entering storm water discharge.



Review and evaluation of the non-structural and structural BMPs to determine if they are
adequate, properly implemented and maintained, or whether additional BMPs are needed.



Visual inspection of equipment needed to implement the SWPPP (such as spill response
kits) shall be performed.



Preparation of an annual evaluation report.

The annual evaluation report will be retained on site and submitted to the Regional Water
Quality Control Board (RWQCB) with the annual report. The annual evaluation will include the
following information:


Personnel conducting the evaluation.



Dates of the evaluation.



A schedule to implement the appropriate SWPPP revisions, if needed.

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

Any incidents of non-compliance and corrective actions taken.



A certification that the facility operator is in compliance with the revised General Permit.

A sample copy of SWRCB Annual Report Forms is enclosed in Appendix C.

A.10 SWPPP GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
a. The SWPPP shall be kept on-site and made available upon request of a representative of
the Regional Water Board and/or local storm water management agency which receives
the storm water discharges.
b. The Regional Water Board and/or local agency may notify the facility operator when the
SWPPP does not meet one or more of the minimum requirements of this Section. As
requested by the Regional Water Board and/or local agency, the facility operator shall
submit an SWPPP revision and implementation schedule that meets the minimum
requirements of this section to the Regional Water Board and/or local agency that
requested the SWPPP revisions, the facility operator shall provide written certification to
the Regional Water Board and/or local agency that the revisions have been implemented.
c. The SWPPP shall be revised, as appropriate, and implemented prior to changes in
industrial activities which (i) may significantly increase the quantities of pollutants in
storm water discharge, (ii) cause a new area of industrial activity at the facility to be
exposed to storm water, or (iii) begin an industrial activity which would introduce a new
pollutant source at the facility.
d. Other than as provided in Provisions B.11, B.12, and E.2 of the General Permit, the
SWPPP shall be revised and implemented in a timely manner, but in no case more than
90 days after a facility operator determines that the SWPPP is in violation of any
requirements(s) of this General Permit.
e. When any part of the SWPPP is infeasible to implement by the deadlines specified in
Provision E.2 or Sections A.1, A.9, A.10c, and A.10.d of this General Permit due to
proposed significant structural changes, the facility operator shall submit a report to the
Regional Water Board prior to the applicable deadline that (i) describes the portion of the
SWPPP that is infeasible to implement by the deadline, (ii) provides justification for a
time extension, (iii) provides a schedule for completing and implementing that portion of
the SWPPP, and (iv) describes the BMPs that will be implemented in the interim period
to reduce or prevent pollutants in storm water discharges and authorized non-storm water
discharges. Such reports are subject to Regional Water Board approval and/or
modifications. Facility operators shall provide written notification to the Regional Water
Board within 14 days after the SWPPP revisions are implemented.

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f. The SWPPP shall be provided, upon request, to the Regional Water Board. The SWPPP
is considered a report that shall be available to the public by the Regional Water Board
under Section 308(b) of the Clean Water Act.

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SECTION B. MONITORING PROGRAM AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
B.1

SWPPP IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE AND RESPONSIBILITY

In order to meet the requirements of this SWPPP for CVT-Recycling, Republic has dedicated
significant time and expense. The anticipated result is to minimize the impact of facility
processes on natural rainfall runoff.
The General Manager of the facility will oversee the SWPPP program and has delegated
responsibility to the PPT for the implementation of the program. The ongoing training and
implementation of this SWPPP and its monitoring program is the responsibility of the General
Manager, who may be supported in these responsibilities by the PPT or other Republic managers.
The General Manager may designate a qualified environmental consultant for the review and
updating of the SWPPP on an “as needed” basis.

B.2

OBJECTIVES

The objectives of the monitoring program are to:


Ensure that storm water discharges are in compliance with the Discharge Prohibitions,
Effluent Limitations, and Receiving Water Limitations specified in the General Permit.



Ensure practices at the facility to reduce or prevent pollutants in storm water discharges
and authorized non-storm water discharges are evaluated and revised to meet changing
conditions



Aid in the implementation and revision of the SWPPP required by Section A of the
General Permit.



Measure the effectiveness of best management practices (BMPs) to prevent or reduce
pollutants in storm water discharges and authorized non-storm water discharges.

VISUAL OBSERVATIONS (INSPECTIONS)
Designated CVT-Recycling personnel will perform visual inspections using the forms enclosed
in Appendix D of this SWPPP. The forms include quarterly dry (non-storm water) observations
and monthly wet season observations of the site discharge locations as described below.

B.3

NON-STORM WATER VISUAL OBSERVATIONS

Quarterly a designated CVT-Recycling employee shall visually observe the drainage area at the
facility. Visual observations shall occur in daylight hours during scheduled facility operating
hours on days with no storm water discharges. Quarterly observations should be conducted
within 6 to 18 weeks of each other during the following periods: January-March, April-June,
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presence of any observed authorized and/or unauthorized non-storm water discharges,
discolorations, stains, odors, floating materials, etc. Authorized non-storm water discharges
include fire hydrant flushing, potable water discharge from the operation, maintenance or testing
of potable water sources, drinking fountains, irrigation drainage, landscape watering, and
atmospheric condensates from refrigeration, air conditioning, and compressors. Clean non-storm
water discharge is only authorized, if quarterly visual observations are performed. BMPs to
reduce contact with significant materials or equipment must also be utilized to prevent
significant quantities of pollutants in the discharge.
The proposed storm water infiltration areas should eliminate non-storm water discharges. If nonstorm water discharge is observed leaving the site, the source will be identified and additional
BMPs used to eliminate the flow or volume of non-storm water discharges. Quarterly
observations will include a description of corrective measures taken to eliminate the discharge.
The BMPs may be revised and implemented if necessary.

B.4

STORM WATER DISCHARGE VISUAL OBSERVATION

Monthly during the wet season (October 1 to May 30) a designated CVT-Recycling employee
shall visually observe storm water discharges from MP-1 during at least one storm event. These
observations will occur during the first hour of discharge at all monitoring locations. Visual
observations will be conducted in daylight hours, during scheduled facility operating hours, on a
day preceded by at least three “working days” without storm water discharge. The presence of
any floating and suspended material, O&G, discolorations, turbidity, odor, source of any
pollutants, and any corrective measures taken to prevent pollutants shall be documented. The
BMPs shall be revised and implemented as necessary. The Bioretention and pre-treatment area
will also be inspected during rain events that occur during scheduled facility operating hours
during the rainy season. A Bioretention Visual Observation Form for documenting the BMP
inspections is enclosed in Appendix D.

B.5

SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS

Republic has prepared a site-specific storm water monitoring program for CVT-Recycling which
includes the following components: rationale and location for sampling, analytical methods,
QA/QC program, pollutant reduction tracking, and record keeping. The intent of this program is
to monitor the facility progress in minimizing discharge of potential facility pollutants, assist in
implementing the SWPPP, and measure the effectiveness of existing and proposed BMPs, such
as those previously implemented and planned. CVT-Recycling has trained designated employees
in proper storm water sampling and sample handling techniques. An off-site California-certified
analytical laboratory performs analyses of samples collected by CVT-Recycling personnel.
B.5.a Sampling Preparation
CVT-Recycling will be prepared to sample the first rainfall of the “wet” season during scheduled
facility operating hours starting in October. Per the revised General Permit, samples will be
collected within the first hour of storm water discharge, on a day preceded by at least three

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“working” days without storm water discharge. Storm water samples will be collected from the
designated site monitoring location in accordance with the General Permit.
B.5.b Sampling Protocol
Samples of storm water discharge will be collected during scheduled facility operating hours on
a day preceded by at least three (3) working days without storm water discharge. The
bioretention area is designed to capture runoff from an 85th percentile storm. Therefore, it is
expected that a storm event greater than the 85th percentile will be required to produce enough
storm water discharge to utilize the drop inlet. Overflow will be sampled if it occurs. If the
overflow is due to a storm event greater than the 85th percentile, the sampling will be for
informational purposes only.
B.5.c Sampling Methods and Parameters
Samples will be collected directly in clean laboratory-provided sample bottles, or if necessary in
clean unused high density polyethylene quart bottles from water pooled, or flowing into the
sample area. This water will then be immediately transferred into the laboratory-provided sample
bottles. Bottle size and type and laboratory method may vary slightly depending on the
laboratory, but the general sampling parameters are identified herein:
Parameters

EPA Method1

Sample Bottle

pH
Specific Conductivity (EC)
Oil & grease (O&G)
Total Suspended Solids (TSS)
Aluminum (Al), Copper (Cu), Iron
(Fe), Lead (Pb), and Zinc (Zn)2
Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD)2
Fecal Coliform3
Enterococci3

150.1, A4500HB, or grab
120.1 or A2510B
413.2 or 1664A HEM
160.2 or 2540D

500 mili-liter HDPE unpreserved
500 mili-liter HDPE unpreserved
1 liter amber glass with H2SO4
1 liter HDPE unpreserved

200.7 or 6010B

500 mili-liter HDPE with HNO3

410.4, 5220B, or 5220D

500 mili-liter glass with H2SO4

SM9221B/E

120 mili-liter HDPE with Na2S2O3

SM9230B

120 mili-liter HDPE with Na2S2O3

HNO3 = nitric acid
H2SO4 = sulfuric acid
HDPE = high density polyethylene
Na2S2O3 = sodium thiosulfate
1
Or Equivalent Approved Method
2
COD and metals are analyzed in accordance with Table D and the site’s Standard Industrial Classification (SIC).
3
These are being analyzed in accordance with a Settlement Agreement.

B.6

SAMPLE STORM WATER DISCHARGE LOCATIONS

B.6.a Representative Drainage Areas
Based on the general site contours, and the proposed storm water infiltration areas, Republic has
identified one representative storm water discharge location for monitoring/sampling, as
illustrated on Figure 2. Monitoring Point 1 is located at the west corner of the site at a drop inlet.

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B.6.b Comingled Storm Water
The driveways do not allow run-on or runoff so comingled storm water is not an issue at CVTRecycling.
B.6.c Sample Locations That Are Difficult to Observe and Sample
The current sample location at CVT-Recycling is not difficult to observe or sample.
B.6.d Substantially Identical Drainage Areas
CVT-Recycling only has one drainage area.

B.7

VISUAL OBSERVATION AND SAMPLE COLLECTION EXCEPTIONS

B.7.a Exceptions
If CVT-Recycling is not able to conduct required visual observations or collect storm water
samples due to dangerous weather conditions, storm water discharge beginning after scheduled
facility operating hours, or because storm water discharges are not preceded by three working
days without discharge, these exceptions shall be explained in the annual report.
B.7.b Non-Qualifying Observation and Sampling Exceptions
CVT-Recycling will attempt to perform visual observations and sample collection within the first
hour of storm water discharge from the site drainage location. However, CVT-Recycling may
choose to collect a storm water sample after the first hour of storm water discharge, if the “wet”
season is almost over, and there have been no previous storm events in which storm water could
be sampled within the first hour of discharge. If the storm water samples are not collected within
the first hour of discharge, an explanation will be included in the annual report.

B.8

ALTERNATIVE MONITORING PROCEDURES

This site does not have any alternative monitoring procedures.

B.9

MONITORING METHODS

B.9.a Rationale for CVT-Recycling Monitoring Program
B.9.a.i Visual Observations
CVT-Recycling will perform monthly visual observations of storm water discharge from
October to May during the “wet” season, and quarterly visual observations of the site drainage

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area to detect the presence of non-storm water discharge from July 1st to June 30th. The
monitoring location has been selected based upon the topography, site configuration, site
drainage, storm water infiltration area, and industrial activities at CVT-Recycling. Non-storm
water discharge is not anticipated due to the proposed installation of infiltration areas. However,
in accordance with the General Permit, quarterly visual observations will be performed to detect
the presence of non-storm water discharges from July 1st to June 30th. The observations will be
performed by a trained, designated employee in the PPT.
B.9.a.ii Sampling Location
Storm water samples will be collected from sampling location MP-1, which has been selected as
the most representative sampling location for storm water at the site based on storm water
conveyance and runoff and the location of industrial activities. The bioretention area at MP-1 is
designed to capture runoff from an 85th percentile storm. Therefore, a storm event greater than
the 85th percentile may be required to produce enough storm water volume to lead to discharge at
MP-1. Overflow will be sampled if it occurs. If the overflow is due to a storm event greater than
the 85th percentile, the sampling will be for informational purposes only.
B.9.a.iii Analytical Methods and Detection Limits
All storm water samples shall be analyzed at a laboratory certified for such analyses in
accordance with State Regulations. The analytical methods and method detection limits may
vary slightly depending on the laboratory, but the sampling parameters, methods, and method
detection limits are presented in the following table.
Parameters

0.01 pH Units

120.1 or A2510B

Oil & grease (O&G)
Total Suspended Solids (TSS)
Aluminum (Al), Copper (Cu),
Lead (Pb), and Zinc (Zn)2
Iron (Fe)
Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD)
Fecal Coliform3
Enterococci3

3

Calibrated portable meter
or litmus paper

Specific Conductivity (SC)

2

Method Detection Limit

pH

1

EPA Method1

EPA 1664A HEM
SM2540D

1.0 micro ohms per centimeter
(umhos/cm)
1.0 milligrams per liter (mg/L)
1.0 milligrams per liter (mg/L)

200.7 or 200.8

0.0005 milligrams per liter (mg/L)

200.7
SM5220C

0.005 milligrams per liter (mg/L)
1.0 milligrams per liter (mg/L)

SM9221B/E

1.0 colony forming units per 100 mL

SM9230B

1.0 colony forming units per 100 mL

Analyses must be conducted per 40 CFR Part 136 or an equivalent method approved by the RWQCB.
COD & metals analyzed in accordance with Table D and the site’s Standard Industrial Classification (SIC).

These are being analyzed in accordance with a Settlement Agreement.

The Method Detection Limit can vary based on the analysis method, laboratory equipment,
laboratory Quality Assurance/Quality Control protocols, and the storm water sample itself. The
method detection limits are carefully determined by the analytical laboratory to meet State and
Federal regulations. The method detection limits are well below the Federal Benchmark Levels

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(FBLs), which are the pollutant concentrations above which EPA determined represent a level of
concern at which a storm water discharge could potentially impair, or contribute to impairing,
water quality or affect human health from ingestion of contaminated fish.
B.9.b Sampling and Sample Preservation
All sampling and sample preservation shall be in accordance with the current edition of
"Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater". All analyses will conducted
at a laboratory certified for such analyses by the State Department of Health Services.
Consolidated, or their designated consultant, will select the analytical laboratory and arrange the
handling and transfer of the sample bottles. Storm water samples will be placed in a cooler with
ice and will be transported to the lab with a completed chain of custody.
The chain of custody shall include:
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)

Site Name;
Project Manager and contact information (can be a consultant);
Sample location name;
Date and time of sample collection;
Requested analysis;
Requested turnaround time;
Total number of containers;
Name of individual performing sampling; and
Signatures of persons relinquishing and receiving the samples.

An example of the COC form is included in Appendix E.
All monitoring instruments and equipment shall be calibrated and maintained in accordance with
manufacturers’ specifications to ensure accurate measurements.

B.10

INACTIVE MINING OPERATIONS

There are no inactive mining operations at this site.

B.11

SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS EXEMPTIONS AND REDUCTIONS

There are no exemptions or reductions designated for this site.

B.12

RECORDS

A binder/folder will be maintained at CVT-Recycling and will include this SWPPP, inspection
forms, recommended actions, corrective actions, and results of laboratory analyses. The binder
will be available to regulatory agencies upon request.

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Records of storm water monitoring information shall include:
1. Date, place, time of site sampling and measurements (including site inspections and visual
wet weather observations).
2. Name of individual(s) performing sampling and monitoring.
3. Chain of Custody (COC) form and laboratory analytical report.
An example of the required COC form is included in Appendix E.

B.13

ANNUAL REPORT

All required information will be submitted in an annual report by the required due date of July 1st
to either the Executive Officer of the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) or via
the SWRCB’s online Storm Water Multiple Application and Report Tracking System (SMARTS)
database.
The report shall include a summary of visual observations and sampling results, an evaluation of
the visual observation and sampling and analysis results, laboratory reports, the Annual
Comprehensive Site Compliance Evaluation Report, an explanation of why a facility did not
implement any activities required by the General Permit (if applicable), and the visual
observation and sample collection exception records (if applicable). The method detection limit
of each analytical parameter shall be included, and analytical results that are non-detect (ND)
shall be reported as “less than the method detection limit”. Non-structural BMP evaluation and
any improvements, if required, will also be included in the Annual Report. The Annual Report
shall be signed and certified in accordance with Standard Provisions 9. and 10. of Section C of
this General Permit. CVT-Recycling prepares and submits the Annual Report using the forms
provided on SWRCB’s online SMARTS database.

B.14

GROUP MONITORING

This site is not participating in a Group Monitoring Program.

B.15 WATERSHED MONITORING OPTION
The watershed monitoring option does not apply for this site.