Stormwater Pollution Prevention - Canada

  • 5 topics | 31m 59s
  • Up to 30 languages
  • Transcripts
This course describes the nature and occurrence of stormwater pollution, its environmental effects, and ways to address this important water quality problem. Rainwater that enters a surface water body, by flowing either overland or through a storm sewer system, is called stormwater or stormwater runoff. Stormwater runoff is one of the leading causes of pollution in rivers and lakes. Identifying sources of stormwater pollution and keeping them from coming in contact with runoff is the best and most economical way to protect the quality of the nation's waters. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to describe common stormwater pollutants, the role of the federal Fisheries Act, and identify categories that may require permits or approvals covered under the current water resources acts of the various federal, provincial, territorial and municipal jurisdictions , and discuss methods of preventing stormwater pollution. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • identify common stormwater pollutants
  • identify activities that have the potential to cause stormwater pollution
  • identify the conditions that can result from stormwater pollution
  • identify activities that may require a permit, approval, registration or some form of notification
  • identify the factors and activities included in individual efforts to prevent and control stormwater pollution
  • identify components of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
  • identify structural and non-structural best management practices

IN THIS COURSE

  • Common Pollutants
    5m
  • Stormwater Pollution Conditions
    6m
  • Legislative Framework
    4m
  • Prevention
    5m
  • Best Management Practices
    8m