Illinois Administrative Code

Section 370.850 Sludge Pumps and Piping a) Sludge Pumps 1) Capacity Pump capacities shall be adequate but not excessive. Provision for varying pump capacity is desirable. A rational basis of design shall be provided with the plan documents. 2) Duplicate Units Duplicate units shal…

Section 370.860 Sludge Dewatering a) General On-site sludge dewatering facilities shall be provided for all plants, although the following requirements may be reduced or omitted, if justified, with on-site liquid sludge storage facilities or approved off-site sludge disposal. 1) …

Section 370.870 Sludge Storage and Disposal a) Storage 1) General Sludge storage facilities shall be provided at all mechanical treatment plants, and may consist of any combination of drying beds, lagoons, separate tanks, additional volume in stabilization units, pad areas or oth…

Section 370.900 Trickling Filters a) General 1) Applicability Trickling filters may be used for treatment of sewage amenable to treatment by aerobic biologic processes. Trickling filters shall be preceded by settling tanks equipped with scum and grease collecting devices, or othe…

Section 370.910 Rotating Biological Contactors (Repealed) (Source: Repealed at 21 Ill. Reg. 12444, effective August 28, 1997)

Section 370.915 Rotating Biological Contactors a) General Wastewater treatment facilities that propose to use rotating biological contactors (RBCs) shall submit to the Agency for review field experience and operational data that demonstrates that observed problems with the proces…

Section 370.920 Activated Sludge a) General 1) Applicability A) Biodegradable Wastes The activated sludge process, and its various modifications, may be used to treat wastewater which is amenable to biological treatment. Approval of new activated sludge plants shall be limited to…

Section 370.930 Waste Stabilization Ponds and Aerated Lagoons a) Supplement To Engineer's Report 1) The engineer's report shall contain pertinent information on location, geology, soil conditions, area for expansion, and any other factors that will affect the feasibility and acce…

Section 370.940 Intermittent Sand Filtration for Secondary Treatment a) Applicability Use of the intermittent sand filter for secondary treatment is generally limited to weak to normal strength wastewaters which are amenable to biological treatment. Cold weather operational probl…

Section 370.APPENDIX B Table No. 2 – Commonly Used Quantities of Sewage Flows From Miscellaneous Type Facilities Type of Establishment Gallons Per Person Per Day (Unless otherwise noted) Airports (per passenger) 5 Bathhouses and swimming pools 10 Camps: Campground with central co…

Section 371.101 Statutory Authority These rules are adopted by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Agency) pursuant to Section 4(1) and (m) of the Environmental Protection Act (Illinois Revised Statutes 1981, Chapter 111½, par. 1004), (Act) and implement 40 CFR 35.935-1…

Section 371.102 Purpose The Agency administers federal and state grant programs for the construction of wastewater treatment works for which Plans of Operation (PO) and Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Manuals must be prepared under the grant agreement. These rules state the requi…

Section 371.103 Definitions Terms used in these rules are defined as in the Clean Water Act, (33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq.), the Environmental Protection Act, and applicable regulations adopted pursuant to each statute. SUBPART B: INTRODUCTION TO PLANS OF OPERATION

Section 371.120 Introduction a) A PO identifies specific actions, related start and completion dates, and other supportive information necessary to assure that the wastewater treatment facility and all associated personnel are properly prepared for start-up and continued operatio…

Section 371.140 General Requirements for Preparing Plans of Operation a) Since the PO is prepared as a part of a grant contract approved by the Agency, the schedules provided as a part of the PO are legally enforceable. These schedules in the PO must conform to the schedules prov…

Section 371.160 Introduction a) The introduction shall state the purpose and use of the PO. b) The introduction must briefly describe the scope of the construction grant project and the wastewater treatment facilities being constructed, modified or expanded.

Section 371.161 Chronological Summary of Required Actions The PO must contain a summary of all actions which are necessary to assure efficient and reliable start-up and continued operation of the wastewater treatment facilities. The summary must list the actions in chronological …

Section 371.162 Staffing and Training This element of the PO must assure that supervisory, operational, maintenance, laboratory and administrative personnel are hired and trained in a timely manner. Reference must be made to the chapter on personnel in the O&M Manual. a) List all…

Section 371.163 Records, Reports, and Laboratory Control This element of the PO must identify specific actions and related implementation schedules for establishing an adequate laboratory, record keeping, and reporting system which meets NPDES requirements, process control and ma…

Section 371.164 Process Control and Start-up Procedures This element of the PO must identify actions and related implementation schedules necessary for facility start-up and process control. Personnel responsible for the completion of each action must be identified by name and ti…

Section 371.165 Safety This element of the PO must identify necessary actions and include a schedule for implementing an employee safety program. Personnel responsible for the completion of each action must be identified by name and title. Reference must be made to the chapter on…

Section 371.166 Emergency Operating and Response Plan This element of the PO must identify necessary actions and include a schedule for implementing an emergency operating and response plan. Personnel responsible for the completion of each action must be identified by name and ti…

Section 371.167 Maintenance Management This element of PO must identify necessary actions and related implementation schedules for establishing an adequate maintenance management system. Personnel responsible for the completion of each action must be identified by name and title.…

Section 371.168 Operation and Maintenance Manual This element of the PO identifies necessary actions and related implementation schedules for the preparation and submission of the facility O&M Manual. Personnel responsible for completing each action must be identified by name and…

Section 371.169 Operations Budget and Revenue Program This element of the PO must identify necessary actions and related implementation schedules for establishing an adequate operations budget and revenue program. Personnel responsible for completing each action must be identifie…

Section 371.170 Other Actions The PO must identify any other actions and related implementation schedules which are necessary to assure the timely and efficient start-up and continued operation of the facility. Personnel responsible for completing each action must be identified b…

Section 371.180 Submission of Plans of Operation a) The preliminary PO must substantially address the requirements of 35 Ill. Adm. Code 371: Subparts C and D. References to chapters of the O&M Manual, as required in 35 Ill. Adm. Code 371.162 through 371.167, are not required in t…

Section 371.200 Introduction a) An O&M Manual provides long term, facility-specific guidance for all persons responsible for facility operation and maintenance. b) An O&M Manual is required for all Step 3 state and federal construction grant projects. c) O&M Manuals shall be subm…

Section 371.220 General Requirements for Preparing Operation and Maintenance Manuals for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Facilities a) A minimum of four copies of the O&M Manual must be prepared for each Step 3 construction grant project. The following format shall be used. 1) The…

Section 371.221 Chapter I − Introduction a) Discuss how to use and update the O&M Manual and the O&M library. b) List and discuss operator responsibilities and the importance of items such as: 1) Knowing proper operational procedures; 2) Keeping accurate records; 3) Managing oper…

Section 371.222 Chapter II − Permits and Standards a) Discuss in detail the NPDES permit and requirements and regulations to include the following: 1) State the NPDES permit number, date of issuance, and expiration date. Outline procedures for NPDES permit renewal. 2) Discuss eff…

Section 371.223 Chapter III − Description, Operation and Control of Wastewater Treatment Facilities a) Include a facility layout illustration that clearly shows the following: 1) Location of all buildings and other structures; 2) Location of all equipment, units, and processes; 3…

Section 371.224 Chapter IV − Description, Operation and Control of Sludge Handling Facilities a) Include a layout illustration of the sludge handling facilities which clearly shows the following: 1) Location of all buildings and other structures; 2) Location of all equipment, uni…

Section 371.225 Chapter V − Personnel a) List all of the positions and respective job titles of staff necessary to assure the proper operation and maintenance of the facility such as: 1) Supervisory/Managerial 2) Administrative 3) Operational 4) Maintenance b) Provide an organiza…

Section 371.226 Chapter VI − Laboratory a) Discuss the laboratory in general, stressing the importance of laboratory testing. Discuss the purposes of laboratory testing which include: 1) Process control 2) Effluent monitoring 3) Historic data collection b) Define composite and gr…

Section 371.227 Chapter VII − Records a) For thorough discussions of personnel, laboratory, and maintenance records, cross reference the discussions to their respective chapters. b) Discuss the Process Operations/Daily Operating Log. Provide a sample format with instructions for …

Section 371.228 Chapter VIII − Maintenance a) Discuss the purpose and importance of the maintenance program. b) Outline an equipment maintenance record system for this facility which must include but is not limited to: 1) An equipment numbering system; 2) Equipment maintenance re…

Section 371.229 Chapter IX − Emergency Operation and Response Program a) Analyze facility vulnerability to emergency situations including: 1) Equipment failures 2) Natural disasters 3) Strikes 4) Civil disorders b) Discuss methods to reduce facility vulnerability to such situatio…

Section 371.230 Chapter X − Safety a) Discuss management's safety responsibilities including legal ramifications upon failure to provide a safe work environment. b) Discuss any unusual safety considerations including any hazards which are due to unique conditions at the project. …

Section 371.231 Chapter XI − Utilities a) Give the name, address and telephone number of the electrical power company. If possible, identify contact persons and telephone numbers for routine and emergency contact. b) For additional information on the electrical system, cross refe…

Section 371.232 Chapter XII − Electrical System a) Discuss the characteristics of the primary electrical distribution line. b) Discuss the system's protective devices such as: 1) Fuses 2) Circuit breakers 3) Ground fault interruption c) Describe all motor control centers and pane…

Section 371.233 Appendices a) Schematics b) Valve Indexes c) Copies of all forms needed to operate the facility efficiently d) Process chemicals used at the facility and the names and addresses of the suppliers e) Design criteria for the facility in tabular form f) Equipment supp…

Section 371.240 Other Items Available At Municipal Wastewater Treatment Facilities In addition to the O&M Manual, the following items must be available at the facility: a) Warranties for all equipment b) Construction photos, if applicable c) Approved shop drawings d) As-built dra…

Section 371.260 General Requirements for Preparing Operation and Maintenance Manuals for Municipal Wastewater Pumping Stations and Collection Systems a) A minimum of four copies of the O&M Manual must be prepared for each Step 3 construction grant project. The following format sh…

Section 371.261 Chapter I − Introduction a) Discuss how to use and update the O&M Manual and the O&M library. b) List and discuss operator responsibilities and the importance of items such as: 1) Knowing proper operational procedures; 2) Keeping accurate records; 3) Managing oper…

Section 371.262 Chapter II − Permits a) Include legible copies of the construction permit and operating permit, or of the joint construction and operating permit. b) State the design average flow, design maximum flow, and the design population served. c) Include the telephone num…

Section 371.263 Chapter III − Description, Operation and Control of Pumping Stations and Collection Systems a) Include a layout illustration that clearly shows the following: 1) The layout of the collection system; 2) The locations of the collection system appurtenances with all …