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Employ Nonstructural Shore Erosion Control Measures
Nonstructural measures, such as beach nourishment, marsh creation, and other methods that encourage the
preservation of the natural environment, are the preferred methods of shore erosion control. If nonstructural
measures alone are not sufficient to control erosion, use revetments, breakwaters, or groins to stabilize and
ensure the long-term viability of the nonstructural controls.
Marina Management
Staff Training
A well-trained staff will routinely minimize pollution, answer patrons questions, and perform their duties more
efficiently. The proper training will also contribute to a faster response time during emergencies.
Train Staff on the following:
Used oil management
Spent solvent management
Proper disposal of spent abrasives
Disposal of vessel wastewater
Spill prevention and control
Fueling procedures
General good housekeeping
Painting and blasting procedures
Used battery management
Emergency Response Plans
• Review plans and response procedures with staff at the beginning of each boating season.
• Train employees in the use of containment measures.
• Run emergency response drills at least twice annually.
• Invite the U.S. Coast Guard and local fire department to demonstrate emergency response procedures at
your marina.
Maintain Records of Training
• Record training dates, topics, and names of employees and instructors.
• Keep copies of instructional material.
Train Employees to Notice and Halt these Activities
• Colored plumes in the water where a hull is being cleaned
• Bilge water discharge with a sheen
• Uncontained sanding, painting, varnishing, or cleaning
• Maintenance debris being washed into the water
• Sewage discharges within the marina
• The use of environmentally harmful cleaning products
Educate Patrons and Independent Contractors -
• Include language requiring the use of BMPs in all of your contracts: slip holders, live-aboards,
transients, charters, workers, contractors, and tenants.
- Clearly outline consequences for not using BMPs.
- Include information about BMP requirements.
- Post Signs Detailing BMPs in visible locations
- Include: fuel docks, pumpout stations, vessel maintenance areas, dumpsters, recycling stations.
Be sure signs are durable, eye catching, and large enough to read easily.
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