DischargeMonitoringReports.ppt

Discharge Monitoring Reports(DMRs) Helpful Tips for completing DMRS What is a DMR? Routine report submitted (usually monthly) by the permittee to the Department which contains analysis or results of calculations derived from self-monitoring analytical data. Typically contains three parts Part A (Main Portion - Summary) Part B (Daily Results) Part D (Ground Water Data) May be more than one set of DMRs/facility “Helpful Tips”: Background DEP developed a “Tips” document Aug. 2003, to assist owners/operators in avoiding common mistakes when completing DMRs for submittal Help ensure consistency Also, to assist internal staff that routinely review these reports. Important facts to remember ALL sample results obtained, even if there are more analysis performed than required, must be reported provided they are analyzed using the proper method. “Tips” was developed to help clarify and assist. “Instructions for Completing the Wastewater DMR” should have come with your original DMR. These “Instructions” should be followed foremost. Helpful Tips: Topics Covered Reporting data from continuous monitoring Strip Chart Computerized data Significant Figures BDL and other data qualifiers Daily Data Rule 62-620.200(10), F.A.C., defines “daily discharge” as: the discharge measured during a calendar day for any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day for purposes of sampling. Daily Data (cont’d) Typically, the calendar day of 12:00 midnight – 11:59 p.m. is used. However, a permittee may specify a 24-hour period that corresponds to staffing shifts as their reporting day, provided it is consistent for purposes of reporting and should not vary from one day to another. Reporting Flow Data Daily Flow Daily Flow amounts, or daily totals, should be entered on Part B of the DMR in the units specified on the DMR If no discharge occurred, enter “0” for that day’s flow amount. Reporting Flow Data (cont’d) Monthly Average Flow This is normally reported on Part A. A