What Developers and Industry Can Do Control runoff from construction sites. Familiarize yourself with Pennsylvania's Erosion and Sediment Control regulations and seek assistance from your county conservation district office. Minimize disturbances to trees and vegetation. Follow storm water management guidelines when designing and installing drainage systems. Practice good industrial housekeeping.
Control toxins from industrial sites by developing and following a pollution prevention plan.
Make sure you have the right permits for all operations, including manufacture, storage, disposal, and cleanup. Contact the nearest Department of Environmental Protection Regional Office for more information and assistance. What Everyone Can do Plant trees, shrubs, and groundcovers to prevent soil erosion on your property. Report sediment and erosion control problems to your county conservation district. Help reduce runoff by using building materials such as brick, flagstone, or wood for walkways and patios.