Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Practice Test

Which document must accompany the SWPPP as part of construction compliance?

1. Site inspection report

2. Environmental impact assessment

3. Notice of Intent (NO)

4. Financial plan submission

The correct answer is: Notice of Intent (NO)

The Notice of Intent (NOI) is a crucial document that must accompany the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) as part of construction compliance. This document serves as a formal notification to the appropriate regulatory authority that a construction project will be disturbing land and that measures will be taken to prevent stormwater pollution as required by the Clean Water Act. The NOI outlines the details of the project and confirms that the project will comply with the necessary state and federal regulations related to stormwater discharges. By submitting the NOI, the project owner demonstrates their intent to implement a SWPPP and adhere to all water quality standards during construction. This step is essential for obtaining the necessary permits before proceeding with the project, and it helps ensure that the project is in alignment with environmental protection laws. The other options, while relevant in various contexts of environmental management and construction, do not specifically serve as a requirement for construction compliance concerning stormwater management. A site inspection report may document compliance but is typically generated after work has commenced. An environmental impact assessment evaluates broader environmental effects but isn’t a substitute for the specific requirements of the SWPPP. A financial plan submission may pertain to budgeting for compliance but does not directly address the immediate requirements tied to stormwater management.