Pollution Prevention Plans
In construction, development and industrial projects, specific activities can accidentally release polluting substances, such as chemicals, fuels or waste materials. Not only that, but they can end up being fed through to the soil, groundwater or watercourses.
Without the right type of organisation, the substances could harm people, damage ecosystems and cause delays to the proposed project. Luckily, a pollution prevention plan (PPP) can be used to ensure that the site’s operations meet environmental requirements and safeguard both people and the natural surroundings.
What is a Pollution Prevention Plan?
A pollution prevention plan (PPP) is a site-specific document that highlights how you can prevent pollution throughout the expected duration of a construction project.
In terms of the main aims, it sets out measures to control site drainage, respond to spills, manage waste and store materials safely, reducing environmental risks and staying compliant with environmental regulations.
Why Would Someone Need a Pollution Prevention Plan?
Common reasons for needing a PPP:
- Avoid Impacts that could Harm People
- Bypass Costly Delays, Enforcement Action and Remediation Works
- Control Polluting Substances (fuels, oils, paints, waste runoff)
- Demonstrate Proactive Environmental Risk Management to Regulators
- Fall in Line with Planning Conditions and Permit Requirements
- Open Up Access to Further Information and Resources on Preventing Pollution
- Prevent Watercourse Pollution
- Safeguard Sensitive Environments
By getting a pollution prevention plan, developers can avoid running any risk of facing issues further down the line, especially when it comes to investigations from organisations such as the Environment Agency (EA).
As someone staging a development that could cause pollution in the area, a quality PPP offers certain assurances and guarantees that will bypass potentially devastating penalties and give you peace of mind throughout the planning process.
Past charges from the EA have seen fines of as high as £200,000 applied to developers who were seen to be breaching environmental regulations.
Creation of a Pollution Prevention Plan
One of our consultants can work closely with you to design a pollution prevention plan that fits the aims and requirements of your proposed project.
Using our guidance, it will be possible to integrate pollution control measures into your site management and construction methodology.
Steps and Timeline in the Process
1. Initial Consultation
- Review Environmental Sensitivities, Project Details and Site Constraints
2. Identification of Risk
- Assess All Possible Sources of Polluting Substances and Potential Pathways
3. Draft Plan
- Set Out Disposal, Handling and Storage Procedures
4. Emergency Measures
- Define Containment, Spill Response and Reporting Protocols
5. Final Review and Delivery
- Ensure the PPP is Ready for Submission and Site Use*
*Average completion time is 1-2 weeks, depending on the size of the site and the complexity of the project
Our Pollution Prevention Planning Services
With a view to helping contractors, developers, project managers and everything in between, our team provides pollution prevention plans. Under our guidance, it will be possible to identify all potential risks to land and water, implement effective mitigation measures to guide your planning project, and remain fully compliant with the existing environmental regulations.
The close working relationship our consultants have with clients means that we can put together clear, practical and regulator-ready plans that meet the purposes of the development. From hazardous materials, sensitive watercourses and high spill potential to risk assessments, site-specific control measures and emergency response procedures, Arbtech can help with every possibility.
Why Choose Arbtech for Help
What makes Arbtech stand out is how we combine a deep environmental expertise with a practical understanding of development timelines and planning requirements in real-time. Our consultants have a proven track record for producing pollution prevention plans that not only satisfy regulatory standards but also integrate seamlessly into the wider aims of your project.
By deciding to work with us, you are opting for decades of combined industry experience, fast turnaround, uncompromised quality, jargon-free reports, collaboration between client and consultant, and support from start to finish. Our goal is to make compliance simple and easy for developers of all skill levels to digest, so simply refer to our team, and we can guide you.
Get a Plan from Our Team
If you need a pollution prevention plan for your planning project or a local authority has specifically asked for one, you can speak to our team and get the ball rolling straight away. Either call us, email us or fill out a contact form online, and based on your details, we can then produce a free quote for you to consider.
For help with protecting your site, safeguarding the environment and adhering to relevant planning regulations, reach out to Arbtech and give us an opportunity to lead you in the right direction. Whatever the issue, situation or circumstance, we’ve dealt with similar before and can certainly tell you what to do.
