Automotive Industry
Some common pollutants from the automotive industry include:
- Oil and grease
- Radiator fluids and antifreeze
- Cleaning chemicals
- Brake pad dust
Runoff (stormwater and non-stormwater) from the automotive industry can be a major source of these pollutants, and once released, these harmful pollutants can be transported to our City and County channels and the ocean.
HERE ARE TIPS FOR THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY TO HELP KEEP OUR WATERWAYS CLEAN:
Cleaning:
- When cleaning automotive parts, make sure to clean them in a self-contained unit, solvent sink, or parts washer to prevent solvents and grease from entering a sewer or storm drain. Contact your local recycling center to find where you can dispose of oils, solvents, etc.
Storage:
- Make sure to store vehicle parts and hazardous materials and waste such as fuels, solvents, batteries, and oils off the ground and in areas where they will not be exposed to rainwater or runoff
Leaks and Spills:
- Make sure to store vehicle parts and hazardous materials and waste such as fuels, solvents, batteries, and oils off the ground and in areas where they will not be exposed to rainwater or runoff
Check out our applicable brochures, posters, and decals below:
Tips for the Automotive Industry (Spanish)
BMP Poster for the Automotive Industry
BMP Decals for the Automotive Industry
REPORT POLLUTION HERE
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