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• • <br />Chapter 4-Site-Spec Industrial Storm Water BMPs <br /> <br />What Is It <br />Shoveling is another manual cleanup method that is simple and low in cost. Generally, shoveling <br />can be used to remove larger quantities of dry chemicals and dry solids, as well as to remove <br />wetter solids and sludge. Shoveling is also useful in removing accumulated materials from sites not <br />accessible by mechanical cleanup methods. <br />When and Where to Use It <br />Shoveling can be used at any facility. Shoveling provides an added advantage over sweeping <br />because cleanup methods are not limited to dry materials. In many cases, accumulated solids and <br />sludges that are in ditches, sumps, or other facility locations can be effectively and quickly <br />removed by shoveling. <br />Shovels can also be used to clean up contaminated snows. Timing is an important consideration in <br />any mitigative practice. Materials that could contaminate storm water runoff should be removed <br />before any storm event. <br />FWhat to Consider <br />As with brooms, clean and store shovels properly. Also, consider planning for the transport and <br />disposal or reuse of the shoveled materials. <br />Advantages of Shoveling I <br />• Is inexpensive <br />• Provides recycling opportunities <br />• Can remediate larger releases and is effective for dry and wet materials <br />Disadvantages of Shoveling <br />• Is labor-intensive <br />• Is not an appropriate practice for large spills <br />0 <br />4-30