WHY DO DRAINS NEED PROTECTING?

Compliance

There is a growing onus on businesses to put controls in place that reduce the risk of harm to people, property and the environment. Where activities result in stormwater runoff, businesses must understand the risks and minimise or eliminate them where possible. Failure to do so could risk civil penalties, heavy fines, environmental restorative work and clean up.

Environment

Compliance measures exist to help with the protection of the environment. Sediment, hydrocarbons and rubbish that enter waterways can block drains, and harm aquatic animals and plant life. Reputational damage is also another factor for consideration.

Read on to find out more about common drain types in Australia and how to protect them against pollution.