What is NOT included in a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)?

A Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) is designed to identify potential sources of pollution that may affect the quality of stormwater discharges from a site and to outline control measures to reduce or eliminate the contribution of pollutants from those sources.

The primary components of a SWPPP typically include maintenance procedures, potential pollution sources, and control measures for runoff. Maintenance procedures are essential because they ensure that the pollution prevention strategies are functioning correctly over time. Identifying potential pollution sources allows for a focused approach to mitigate risks effectively. Similarly, control measures for runoff are integral to managing how stormwater is handled on-site, so that pollutants are contained.

Operating procedures for machinery, while they may play a role in overall site operations, are not a standard requirement within the SWPPP framework. The SWPPP focuses more on the management of stormwater and pollution rather than detailed operational protocols for equipment specifically. This is why the operating procedures for machinery do not belong in a typical SWPPP.