What is the best technology for sweeping to prevent pollution?
There is no single answer to this question but here are some guidelines- To help reduce water pollution by sweeping: – Sweep prior to rain events – Sweep often – Sweep where the dirt is – Sweep dry to remove fines To help reduce air pollution by sweeping: – Choose sweeper with low emission engine – Sweep often – Sweep dry to remove fines – Capture fugitive dust Tips on sweeping for pollution control through sweeping: Using a worn out or maladjusted sweeper, regardless of type, does not help and might even cause pollution. Make sure that all sweepers are in serviceable condition and are being used as the manufacturer intended. Tips on sweeping for pollution control: Sweeping with poor equipment is pretty much like lighting fires to burn away air pollution. It might appear to help but is actually making more.
