Scope and Objective Construction sites can be a source of sediment and other pollutants to waterways. Best management practices (BMPs) are devices and activities that reduce or eliminate pollution sources and can include silt fences@ settling basins@ and even training. This guide is a quick reference for inspectors and resident engineers in construction on topics related to installation@ maintenance@ and inspection of common BMPs. Using this guide helps departments of transportation (DOTs) stay in compliance with federal@ state@ and local regulations for improving stormwater quality and provides guidance where local publications may currently be lacking.