Notes for the game Break into two or three teams, ask questions, first team to raise hand gets to answer. We did two trainings, 22 people worked very well,

Notes for the gameNotes for the gameBreak into two or three teams, ask questions, Break into two or three teams, ask questions, first team to raise hand gets to answer.first team to raise hand gets to answer.We did two trainings, 22 people worked very We did two trainings, 22 people worked very well, 32 had a harder time getting discussions well, 32 had a harder time getting discussions goinggoingOne person (Host) should read the questions One person (Host) should read the questions and decide who raised their hand first, another and decide who raised their hand first, another person (Vanna) should keep track of the score person (Vanna) should keep track of the score and help decide if an answer is correct.and help decide if an answer is correct.Prizes we used were candy and fishing lures to Prizes we used were candy and fishing lures to cement the connection to water quality.cement the connection to water quality.Random bonus points were awarded for good Random bonus points were awarded for good discussion, multiple right answers, and to keep discussion, multiple right answers, and to keep everyone excited.everyone excited.

Notes for the gameNotes for the gameThis was designed for the Maine good This was designed for the Maine good housekeeping SOP manual, and has specific housekeeping SOP manual, and has specific references to those SOP’s. references to those SOP’s. This was intentionally designed to make the This was intentionally designed to make the public works folks dig through the manual to public works folks dig through the manual to become familiar with the material. (An example become familiar with the material. (An example SOP is on the next slide)SOP is on the next slide)The game is also set up to weigh the importance The game is also set up to weigh the importance of different actions and spark discussion, and to of different actions and spark discussion, and to be stretched out or compressed depending on be stretched out or compressed depending on how much time you have.how much time you have.There are notes associated with some of the There are notes associated with some of the slides to describe what we expected as answers.slides to describe what we expected as answers.

Example of one SOP

They were set up in the Always, Whenever Possible, and Never format.

Notes for the game

• Please give Maine NEMO credit whenever possible for this game (we need all the recognition (and funding) we can get!)

The SOP Manual:The SOP Manual:

Keeping our water out ofKeeping our water out of

JeopardJeopardyy

LaMarr Cannon, Maine NEMO Coordinator

584 Main St., South Portland, ME 04106 (207)771-9020, [email protected]

DISCLAIMER

This training tool was developed by Maine NEMO, who takes

full responsibility for all errors, omissions, copyright violations,

stolen internet photos and other offensive material. It was

all done with the best intentions and we hope that

counts for something if we ever get sued.

DISCLAIMER

This is not a fair or impartial game. The host makes the

rules (typically at random) and players have to tolerate the

sloppy techniques, favoritism and bad math.

Life’s not fair, I’m not nice, you don’t have to like it! –LaMarr Cannon

Vehicle & Vehicle & Equipment Equipment

MaintenanceMaintenance

Topics in the SOP ManualTopics in the SOP Manual

Facilities Facilities MaintenanceMaintenanceStorm Drain Storm Drain

System System MaintenanceMaintenance

Construction & Construction & Land Land

DisturbancesDisturbances



Facilities Facilities MaintenanceMaintenance

Storm Drain Storm Drain System System


Construction Construction & Land & Land


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100

Vehicle & Equipment MaintenanceVehicle & Equipment Maintenance

True or False?True or False?

Whenever possible you should Whenever possible you should wash vehicles on gravel, grass or wash vehicles on gravel, grass or

other permeable surfaces.other permeable surfaces.

100

TrueTrue








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Which should you ALWAYS do:Which should you ALWAYS do:

Inspect parking areas for stains or leaks Inspect parking areas for stains or leaks and address leaking vehicles ASAPand address leaking vehicles ASAP

Store vehicles on paved areas and sweep Store vehicles on paved areas and sweep regularly to remove drips/leaks/dirtregularly to remove drips/leaks/dirt

200










300300 300300 300300

400400 400400 400400 400400

500500 500500 500500 500500

300


What’s wrong with this picture?What’s wrong with this picture?

300

Storm Drain

Leaking vehicle parked near a storm drain with no drip pan to collect fluids











400400 400400 400400

500500 500500 500500 500500

400


Which of these should you NEVER do:Which of these should you NEVER do:

Minimize the amount of soap and Minimize the amount of soap and water used to wash vehicleswater used to wash vehicles

Use a commercial car washUse a commercial car wash

Perform engine washing outsidePerform engine washing outside

400












500500 500500 500500500


List three things you should ALWAYS do List three things you should ALWAYS do when cleaning up a spill.when cleaning up a spill.

500

Stop source of the spillStop source of the spill Contain liquidsContain liquids Report all spills to MDEPReport all spills to MDEP Cover with absorbent material (not straw)Cover with absorbent material (not straw) Use water only when necessaryUse water only when necessary Contact municipal officialsContact municipal officials Develop a SPCC planDevelop a SPCC plan Secondary containment for petroleum and chemical containersSecondary containment for petroleum and chemical containers Keep a spill kit in HM storage areasKeep a spill kit in HM storage areas Train employees in spill responseTrain employees in spill response Deploy containment boomsDeploy containment booms Use drip matsUse drip mats

HINT

Look in SOP 3.14

BONUS BONUS ROUNDROUND

What is the DEP phone number for What is the DEP phone number for reporting petroleum spills? reporting petroleum spills?

1000

1-800-482-07771-800-482-0777

Spill Clean-up SOP Page 3-14Spill Clean-up SOP Page 3-14

What absorbent materials should be What absorbent materials should be spread on a spill?spread on a spill?

500

Kitty LitterKitty LitterSawdustSawdustOil absorbent padsOil absorbent padsDO NOT USE STRAWDO NOT USE STRAW








jeopardyjeopardy 100100 100100





100

Facilities MaintenanceFacilities Maintenance

Why should concrete floors be Why should concrete floors be sealed with paint?sealed with paint?

To prevent absorption of fluids To prevent absorption of fluids into concrete.into concrete.

100








jeopardyjeopardy jeopardyjeopardy 100100 100100





200


Cover sand and salt pilesCover sand and salt piles

Use diversion booms to minimize Use diversion booms to minimize run-on to storage areasrun-on to storage areas

Contain wash water from sand/salt Contain wash water from sand/salt vehicles in holding tank or discharge vehicles in holding tank or discharge to sanitary sewerto sanitary sewer

Facilities MaintenanceFacilities Maintenance200













300



Containers are: not covered not labeled leakingopen to the elements













400

You should NEVER:You should NEVER:

Use dumpsters with drain holesUse dumpsters with drain holes

Place hazardous waste in a Place hazardous waste in a dumpster or trash bindumpster or trash bin

Mix petroleum and chemical Mix petroleum and chemical wastewaste



What are the pluses and minuses What are the pluses and minuses for this dumpster?for this dumpster?


+Solid (no drain holes)+Solid (no drain holes)+Can be opened with +Can be opened with

minimum rainwater minimum rainwater getting in getting in

-Can be left open-Can be left open













List three things you should ALWAYS do List three things you should ALWAYS do when disposing of petroleum or chemicalswhen disposing of petroleum or chemicals

Dispose according to manufacturers specs and Dispose according to manufacturers specs and state and federal regulationsstate and federal regulations

Track products being disposed off-siteTrack products being disposed off-site Store waste in designated and labeled areasStore waste in designated and labeled areas Label each waste container with its contentsLabel each waste container with its contents Use a licensed transporterUse a licensed transporter Train employees on proper disposalTrain employees on proper disposal Drain oil filters for 24 hours before disposalDrain oil filters for 24 hours before disposal Inspect waste storage areas for stains/leaksInspect waste storage areas for stains/leaks

SOP3.18









jeopardyjeopardy jeopardyjeopardy 100100





100

Construction & Land DisturbancesConstruction & Land Disturbances


Erosion Control measures should be Erosion Control measures should be used when soils are exposed for used when soils are exposed for more than 5 days in the rainy season.more than 5 days in the rainy season.

100

FalseFalse 2 days








jeopardyjeopardy jeopardyjeopardy 100100 jeopardyjeopardy





200


Keep land disturbance to a minimumKeep land disturbance to a minimum

Limit construction activities during months Limit construction activities during months with higher runoffwith higher runoff

Divert clean water away from disturbed Divert clean water away from disturbed areasareas

Construction & Land DisturbancesConstruction & Land Disturbances200













300



No planning before soil disturbance













400

Whenever Possible:Whenever Possible:

Avoid disturbing sensitive areasAvoid disturbing sensitive areas

Install EC blankets when seeding Install EC blankets when seeding drainage waysdrainage ways

Assign responsibility for Assign responsibility for maintaining EC devicesmaintaining EC devices



What sensitive areas should we avoid What sensitive areas should we avoid disturbing? disturbing?

500

Wetlands or wet areasWetlands or wet areasStream or lake buffersStream or lake buffersSteep slopesSteep slopesAreas around wells or drinking water Areas around wells or drinking water suppliessupplies

Why should drainage areas be stabilized Why should drainage areas be stabilized with EC fabric when establishing with EC fabric when establishing seeding? seeding?

500

Photos Courtesy of the Great Moose Lake Association

Photos Courtesy of the Great Moose Lake Association













List three things you should do WHENEVER List three things you should do WHENEVER POSSIBLE for erosion and sediment control.POSSIBLE for erosion and sediment control.

Protect soils with mulchProtect soils with mulch Limit activity during wet monthsLimit activity during wet months Designate an EC person for inspection and Designate an EC person for inspection and

maintenancemaintenance Reduce stormwater velocityReduce stormwater velocity Divert clean water away from disturbanceDivert clean water away from disturbance Protect buffersProtect buffers Mulch and seed exposed soilsMulch and seed exposed soils Keep an eye on the weatherKeep an eye on the weather

SOP3.5









jeopardyjeopardy jeopardyjeopardy jeopardyjeopardy





100


Reuse of catch basin residue must be Reuse of catch basin residue must be licensed by the DEPlicensed by the DEP

ALSO:ALSO:Disposal must be at a CDD landfill, secure Disposal must be at a CDD landfill, secure

municipal solid waste or special waste municipal solid waste or special waste landfilllandfill

100Storm Drain System MaintenanceStorm Drain System Maintenance

TrueTrue








jeopardyjeopardy jeopardyjeopardy jeopardyjeopardy jeopardyjeopardy





200


Street sweep on a regular basis to Street sweep on a regular basis to reduce material entering the storm reduce material entering the storm draindrain

Educate personnel on preventative Educate personnel on preventative maintenance inspections maintenance inspections














300



Inspection and cleaning schedule is not adequate for this basin













400

You should ALWAYS:You should ALWAYS:

Maintain records on catch-basin Maintain records on catch-basin maintenance and repairsmaintenance and repairs

Use new technology to improve the Use new technology to improve the catch basincatch basin

Discharge fluids collected during Discharge fluids collected during catch basin cleaning to a sanitary catch basin cleaning to a sanitary WWTPWWTP













jeopardyjeopardy jeopardyjeopardy jeopardyjeopardy500

List three things you should ALWAYS do List three things you should ALWAYS do when cleaning or repairing the storm when cleaning or repairing the storm drain system.drain system.

Inspect for evidence of illicit dischargeInspect for evidence of illicit discharge Inspect for cracks or leaksInspect for cracks or leaks Repair defective structures ASAPRepair defective structures ASAP Document all inspections and repairs in a Document all inspections and repairs in a

record keeping systemrecord keeping system Locate outfalls and inspect regularlyLocate outfalls and inspect regularly Get a chemical analysis if sediment is Get a chemical analysis if sediment is

suspectsuspect

SOP3.1-3.4


Landscaping Landscaping and and

Lawn CareLawn Care

ROUND 2 TopicsROUND 2 Topics

Sand Salt and Sand Salt and Snow Snow

RemovalRemoval

Parts Cleaning Parts Cleaning and Storageand Storage

Hazardous Materials, Hazardous Materials, Petroleum and Petroleum and

Chemical StorageChemical Storage

Landscaping Landscaping and Lawn and Lawn


Sand, Salt Sand, Salt and Snow and Snow RemovalRemoval

Parts Parts Cleaning and Cleaning and

StorageStorage

Hazardous Hazardous Materials, Materials, Petroleum and Petroleum and Chemical Chemical StorageStorage

200200 200200 200200

400400 400400 400400 400400

600600 600600 600600 600600

800800 800800 800800 800800

10001000 10001000 10001000 10001000

200

Landscaping and Lawn Landscaping and Lawn MaintenanceMaintenance

How many SOPs are there for this How many SOPs are there for this category?category?

Landscape Design and ManagementLandscape Design and ManagementFertilizers and Pesticide Storage and DisposalFertilizers and Pesticide Storage and DisposalFertilizing and Turf HealthFertilizing and Turf HealthWeed and Pest ControlWeed and Pest ControlMowing and IrrigationMowing and Irrigation

200

5





StorageStorage



400400 400400 400400

600600 600600 600600 600600

800800 800800 800800 800800

10001000 10001000 10001000 10001000

400

What is the PURPOSE of the Landscape What is the PURPOSE of the Landscape Design and Management SOPDesign and Management SOP

To protect stormwater by designing To protect stormwater by designing and managing landscaping in ways and managing landscaping in ways that minimize polluted runoffthat minimize polluted runoff

SOP 3.6


400





StorageStorage




600600 600600 600600

800800 800800 800800 800800

10001000 10001000 10001000 10001000

600

Why should native plants be used Why should native plants be used whenever possible?whenever possible?

They need less watering, less fertilizer and They need less watering, less fertilizer and fewer pesticidesfewer pesticidesThey provide habitat for native speciesThey provide habitat for native speciesThey help exclude invasivesThey help exclude invasivesThey like to live here!They like to live here!


600





StorageStorage





800800 800800 800800

10001000 10001000 10001000 10001000

800

You should ALWAYS:You should ALWAYS:

Use, store and dispose of chemicals Use, store and dispose of chemicals according to manufacturer's specificationaccording to manufacturer's specification

Tolerate low levels of weedsTolerate low levels of weeds

Spot treat affected areas rather than entire Spot treat affected areas rather than entire locationslocations


800





StorageStorage






10001000 10001000 100010001000

List three things you can do to protect List three things you can do to protect stormwater from fertilizers and pesticides?stormwater from fertilizers and pesticides?

Only use when absolutely necessary!Only use when absolutely necessary! Store chemicals in high and dry locationsStore chemicals in high and dry locations Clean up spills and leaksClean up spills and leaks Clearly label all containersClearly label all containers Regularly inspect storage areas for spills and leaksRegularly inspect storage areas for spills and leaks Test soils and apply chemicals accordinglyTest soils and apply chemicals accordingly Use chemicals only when necessaryUse chemicals only when necessary Never apply before rainfallNever apply before rainfall Rinse equipment only when necessaryRinse equipment only when necessary Mix and load chemicals in contained areasMix and load chemicals in contained areas

SOP 3.6-3.10


1000





StorageStorage







200

Hazardous Materials, Petroleum and Hazardous Materials, Petroleum and Chemical StorageChemical Storage

What is the PURPOSE of the Spill What is the PURPOSE of the Spill Clean-Up SOP?Clean-Up SOP?

To protect stormwater with proper spill To protect stormwater with proper spill clean-up, reporting and preventative actionclean-up, reporting and preventative action

200

SOP 3.14





StorageStorage


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400

Hazardous Materials, Petroleum and Hazardous Materials, Petroleum and Chemical StorageChemical Storage

How many gallons of petroleum can a facility store How many gallons of petroleum can a facility store before required to develop a Spill Prevention, before required to develop a Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan?Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan?

1,320 gallons of petroleum1,320 gallons of petroleum

500 BONUS500 BONUS : Where can you find this information? : Where can you find this information?

SOP 3.20 Petroleum and Chemical Storage and 3.14 SOP 3.20 Petroleum and Chemical Storage and 3.14 Spill CleanupSpill Cleanup

400





StorageStorage







600


Spill was not containedActivity near a sensitive areaNo buffer around water resource

Hazardous Materials, Petroleum Hazardous Materials, Petroleum and Chemical Storageand Chemical Storage

600





StorageStorage







800

List one thing you should NEVER do when List one thing you should NEVER do when disposing of petroleum or chemicalsdisposing of petroleum or chemicals

Never place hazardous waste in solid waste Never place hazardous waste in solid waste dumpsterdumpster

Never pour liquid down floor drains, sinks or Never pour liquid down floor drains, sinks or storm drainsstorm drains

Never mix petroleum waste with chemical Never mix petroleum waste with chemical wastewaste

Never dispose of gasoline contaminated Never dispose of gasoline contaminated waste in regular trashwaste in regular trash

SOP3.18


800





StorageStorage







What’s right with this picture?What’s right with this picture?

Tanks are coveredWell labeledHave secondary containmentEasily visible and protected from trafficStored away from storm drains


1000

BUT WHERE IS THEIR SPILL KIT?





StorageStorage


jeopardyjeopardy 200200 jeopardyjeopardy





200

How many SOPs pertain to Sand, Salt How many SOPs pertain to Sand, Salt and Snow Removal? and Snow Removal?

Sand, Salt and Snow RemovalSand, Salt and Snow Removal200

3.27 Road Maintenance- Snow Disposal3.27 Road Maintenance- Snow Disposal3.28 Road Maintenance- Sand and Salt 3.28 Road Maintenance- Sand and Salt StorageStorage3.29 Road Maintenance- Salt Application3.29 Road Maintenance- Salt Application

3





StorageStorage







400

List 3 resources sensitive to snow List 3 resources sensitive to snow disposal.disposal.

SOP 3.27-3.29


WetlandsWetlandsLakesLakesStreamsStreamsRiversRiversShellfish bedsShellfish bedsMudflats and tidal areasMudflats and tidal areasDrinking water sourcesDrinking water sourcesVegetated buffersVegetated buffers





StorageStorage







600

What is the most important thing to do What is the most important thing to do when applying sand/salt?when applying sand/salt?

Calibrate trucks in accordance with DOT Calibrate trucks in accordance with DOT and Salt Institute recommendationsand Salt Institute recommendations


SOP 3.29





StorageStorage







800

List three things that should be done List three things that should be done whenever possible during salt applicationwhenever possible during salt application

Use the minimum amount of sand/salt neededUse the minimum amount of sand/salt needed Use coarse, clean sandUse coarse, clean sand Train drivers to improve application and reduce lossesTrain drivers to improve application and reduce losses Establish “low sand/salt” areasEstablish “low sand/salt” areas Remove snow manually from driveways/sidewalksRemove snow manually from driveways/sidewalks Clean road grit ASAPClean road grit ASAP Use less harmful deicersUse less harmful deicers Account for road temperature when applying saltAccount for road temperature when applying salt Control spreading rate with ground speed sensorsControl spreading rate with ground speed sensors

SOP 3.29






StorageStorage






jeopardyjeopardy 10001000 jeopardyjeopardy1000

List 2 criteria when choosing a place to dispose of List 2 criteria when choosing a place to dispose of snow? snow?


Flat, vegetated slopeFlat, vegetated slopeWell above the groundwater tableWell above the groundwater tableAway from sensitive areas and Away from sensitive areas and buffersbuffersPlaces reviewed by the DEPPlaces reviewed by the DEP





StorageStorage







200

Why should all parts be stored and Why should all parts be stored and cleaned in designated areas?cleaned in designated areas?

To minimize the potential for spillsTo minimize the potential for spills

Parts Cleaning and StorageParts Cleaning and Storage200

SOP 3.15, 3.16





StorageStorage







400

Why minimize the variety of cleaners Why minimize the variety of cleaners used?used?

Because all cleaners must be used, Because all cleaners must be used, stored, recycled or disposed of according stored, recycled or disposed of according to regulation, it makes it simpler if fewer to regulation, it makes it simpler if fewer cleaners are used.cleaners are used.






StorageStorage







600

List two alternatives to solvent based List two alternatives to solvent based cleaners.cleaners.

Citrus Based CleanersCitrus Based CleanersSteam/pressure wash to an Steam/pressure wash to an

oil/water separator (and notify oil/water separator (and notify the WWTP)the WWTP)

SOP 3.17






StorageStorage







800

List 3 techniques for storage of leaking List 3 techniques for storage of leaking partsparts

clean petroleum products from the partclean petroleum products from the part Use a drip pan Use a drip pan Store inside or under coverStore inside or under cover Monitor storage area for stains or leaksMonitor storage area for stains or leaks

SOP 3.15-3.16






StorageStorage






jeopardyjeopardy jeopardyjeopardy jeopardyjeopardy1000

What should be considered when What should be considered when disposing of cleaners?disposing of cleaners?

Clearly label all containersClearly label all containers Dispose waste cleaners with a licensed Dispose waste cleaners with a licensed

contractorcontractor

Never dispose of cleaners down a floor drain, Never dispose of cleaners down a floor drain, sink or storm drain inletsink or storm drain inlet

Never use detergents if an oil/water separator Never use detergents if an oil/water separator is usedis used

SOP 3.15-3.16



List one training employees should attend List one training employees should attend annually: annually:

1000

Hazardous materials handlingHazardous materials handlingSafetySafetySpill clean-up and reportingSpill clean-up and reportingPetroleum and chemical storagePetroleum and chemical storage

All of the above!!

List 3 things wrong with this List 3 things wrong with this picture?picture?

1000

Disturbed area not minimizedPoor mulch coverEC not properly installed


1000

Stored area safe from trafficWell labeledPetroleum and chemical wastes are not being mixed


1000

No EC usedNo buffer


1000

No containment for leaking vehicle


1000

Drip pansWell labeled


1000

Use of absorbant material to clean up spillsBUT Why isn’t the drip fixed?


1000

Drain is being used for disposal


1000

EC is not being used properlyRunoff is diverted to a water body


1000

Absolutely nothing!


1000

Improper disposal of fluids


1000

Dumpster has drain holesNot coveredDrains to storm sewer system

Documents

Notes for the game Break into two or three teams, ask questions, first team to raise hand gets to answer. We did two trainings, 22 people worked very well,