Industrial Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Compliance Checklist

Industrial facilities discharging stormwater must implement a SWPPP under the EPA Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP). This quarterly compliance checklist ensures BMPs are maintained and discharge monitoring is current.

Industry: Waste Management
Frequency: Quarterly
Estimated Time: 45-60 minutes
Role: Environmental Compliance Manager
Total Items: 36

Best Management Practice (BMP) Inspection

Inspect all structural and non-structural BMPs.

Sediment controls (silt fences, berms) intact and functioning?
Secondary containment for outdoor liquid storage operational?
Good housekeeping maintained - no materials exposed to stormwater?
Cover systems (roofs, tarps) protecting materials from precipitation?
Vehicle maintenance areas covered or equipped with floor drains to oil-water separator?
Outdoor material storage minimized and covered per SWPPP?

Visual Monitoring of Discharge Points

Conduct quarterly visual monitoring at all discharge points.

All stormwater discharge points identified and accessible?
Visual monitoring conducted during or immediately following precipitation event?
No unusual discoloration, sheen, or floating solids in discharge?
No unusual odor from stormwater discharge?
Visual monitoring log completed with observations and weather conditions?
No benchmark or effluent limit exceedances from previous quarter?

SWPPP Document Currency

Verify SWPPP document is current.

SWPPP on site and accessible for regulatory inspection?
Site map current showing all drainage areas, discharge points, and BMPs?
SWPPP updated after any facility changes affecting stormwater?
Annual SWPPP review completed within past 12 months?
Personnel responsible for SWPPP implementation trained and identified?
All previous inspection corrective actions closed?

Discharge Sampling

Verify discharge sampling requirements are met.

MSGP sector-specific benchmark monitoring parameters identified?
Required discharge sampling schedule documented and followed?
Certified laboratory used for required parameter testing?
If benchmark exceeded: corrective action initiated within 30 days?
Annual monitoring report submitted to EPA via e-DMR by required deadline?
No Exposure Certification available if all materials covered and no stormwater contact?

Spill Prevention and Response

Verify spill prevention measures are in place.

Spill response kits at all stormwater risk areas?
Staff trained on spill response to prevent stormwater contamination?
Storm drains protected during material transfer and spill-prone activities?
No washdown of debris, chemicals, or vehicle fluids to storm drains?
Spill and release records maintained in SWPPP file?
Reportable stormwater releases reported to EPA and state within required timeframe?

Documentation and Recordkeeping

Maintain required SWPPP records.

All quarterly visual monitoring records on file minimum 3 years?
Discharge sampling results and chain of custody on file?
Corrective action log with completion dates on file?
SWPPP training records for all involved personnel on file?
MSGP or state permit coverage notice on file?
Notice of Intent (NOI) updated if significant facility changes?

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Why Use This Industrial Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Compliance Checklist?

This industrial stormwater pollution prevention plan (swppp) compliance checklist helps waste management teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for environmental compliance manager professionals, this checklist covers 36 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: quarterly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Industrial Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Compliance Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 36 inspection items across 6 sections: Best Management Practice (BMP) Inspection, Visual Monitoring of Discharge Points, SWPPP Document Currency, Discharge Sampling, Spill Prevention and Response, Documentation and Recordkeeping. It is designed for waste management operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed quarterly. Each completion takes approximately 45-60 minutes.

Who should use this Industrial Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Compliance Checklist?

This checklist is designed for Environmental Compliance Manager professionals in the waste management industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.