Stormwater Management Plan -OPW (A) · OPW25/0042

STORMWATER MANGAGEMENT DEVICES - MAINTENANCE PLAN

ELEMENT:   MAINTENANCE OF STORMWATER PIT LITTER BASKETS

1.    Objective                To ensure ongoing function of litter baskets in
                               removing debris from stormwater.

                               To ensure ongoing function of litter baskets in
                               protecting bioretention basins and RIPs/RIC from
                               debris, litter and silt.


2.    Management Strategy      Litter baskets to remain free of debris, silt and
                               sediment build-ups.


3.    Actions                  Maintenance contractor to inspect and service
                               litter baskets at 3-monthly intervals.

                               Any accumulated debris and silt to be removed as
                               required.

                               If heavy silting and/or discolouration of geofabric
                               filter is evident geofabric filter basket to be
                               replaced with equivalent.

                               All removed sediment/silt to be placed in skips or
                               bins for disposal.

4.    Performance Indicators No accumulated silt and debris in litter baskets.

5.    Frequency/Deadline   3-Monthly inspections.
6.    Responsible   Person Hotel Management to             ensure   maintenance
      /Organisation        schedule adhered to.

7.    Reporting and Review     Maintenance Contractor to make entries in
                               environmental diary noting date of service of litter
                               baskets, basket condition, material removed and
                               means of disposal.

                               Random inspection by Council/EPA officers.

8.    Corrective Action        Review maintenance schedule as appropriate.