Module III
   
 
Lesson Five: Baseline BMPs
 
 
 

Preventive Maintenance

A preventive maintenance program includes inspections and maintenance of stormwater management devices and routine inspections of facility operations to detect faulty equipment. When any sign of cracks or leaks is found, corrective actions must be taken immediately. A preventive maintenance program should be able to prevent breakdowns and failures by adjustment, repair, or replacement of equipment. An effective preventive maintenance program should include the following essentials:

  • Identification of equipment, systems, and facility areas that should be inspected

  • Schedule for periodic inspections or tests of the equipment and systems

  • Appropriate and timely adjustment, repair or replacement of equipment and systems

  • Maintenance of complete records on inspections, equipment, and systems

Condition and Equipment Need Inspection

  • Leaks or conditions that would lead to discharges of Section 313 water priority chemicals

  • Conditions that could lead to direct contact of stormwater with raw materials, intermediate materials, waste materials or products

  • Pipes

     
  • Pumps

  • Storage tanks and bins

  • Pressure vessels

  • Pressure release valves

  • Process and material handling equipment

  • Stormwater management devices (oil/water separators or other structural/treatment BMPs)

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