This class is no longer available in California.
How This Training Works
This is an online class. Once you have purchased our class, and your order has been processed, you will be sent information about logging into our Online Learning Managements System (LMS).
This training covers the physical techniques as well as the proper reporting and documentation requirements for ensuring compliance under the NPDES Construction General Permit.
At the end of each online module, users take a 20-question exam that is generated from a pool of questions associated with that module. Students will not receive credit for that module until they score a 75% or greater on the exam, and can retake the exam as many times as necessary to do so.
Upon completion of all course modules, students are able to print their certificate for their records and receive a hardhat decal through the mail.
This CPSWPPP certification class will provide the student with a fundamental knowledge of all aspects of erosion and sediment control so the CPSWPPP certified person can:
* Make proper and informed decisions on the information to include in the preparation of a compliant SWPPP;
* Measure the design needs of the site due to soils, type and size of construction project and fundamentals of proper erosion and sediment control design techniques;
* Describe and understand proper installation, maintenance and inspection of best management practices;
* Assess a construction site to determine proper stormwater compliance and provide assistance to the construction workers how to maintain a compliant stormwater site; and
* Understand the teamwork and communication necessary between owner, operators, and SWPPP designer so the site stays in compliance throughout the construction project.
The short examination at the end of each class will also assess the students’ ability to comprehend and understand the material presented.
The intended users of this training include civil engineers, environmental engineers, architects, landscape architects, and construction estimators.
Course modules include:
Federal Construction General Permit
This online stormwater training course module covers the history of the Clean Water Act and NPDES Program; what is covered under the Construction General Permit; who should obtain the Construction General Permit; how to obtain coverage under the Construction General Permit; the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP); site inspections; termination of the permit coverage; and standard permit conditions.
Basics of Erosion and Sediment Control
This online stormwater training course module covers erosion and how it occurs; impacts of erosion on the environment and the economy; the erosion and sedimentation process; the factors that effect erosion; and the ten basic principles of erosion and sediment control.
This computer based stormwater training course module covers information on vegetation establishment; topsoil and fertilizers; mulch and compost; rolled erosion control devices; and surface roughening.
This computer based stormwater training course module covers proper installation and placement of silt fence; check dams; wattles; inlet protection; pond types; outlet structures; flocculants; dewatering; and turbidity barriers.
This web-based stormwater training course module covers good housekeeping, management of solid waste, sanitary waste, and hazardous waste; concrete washout; dust control; and construction exits.
How to Inspect a Construction Site
This web-based course module covers inspection rules and protocol; reviewing the SWPPP for compliance; forms in the SWPPP; updating the SWPPP; site inspections of best management practices (BMPs): proper installation and maintenance of devices; and documentation of inspections.
How to Write a Compliant Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
This online stormwater training course module covers the proper life cycle of a construction Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP); gathering the information needed; how to prepare the Construction General Permit application (NOI); documents and forms; site maps and details; and proper design procedures.
"I purchased two courses for SWPPP preparation certifications and the initial impression of the training exceeded our expectations. The courses are divided into modules that focus on key aspects of Storm Water impacts and Erosion Controls on job sites. Each module was very comprehensive and detailed. The exam at the end of each module was surprisingly challenging to say the least. All in all this was a great experience.
Thank you once again and I hope to take more courses and training as they become available."
Downstream Erosion & Sediment Control
"This program is professionally written and compiled, logically presented, and easy to follow. It is thorough and gives the student the ability to take the program as his time allows. The student is not required to interrupt the work schedule or travel away from the job. In all ways it fills the need we had."
Very truly yours,
Director of Compliance Services,
CSI Construction Company,
"Stormwater USA has been an integral part of that process in keeping our employees trained and up to date on the latest rules and regulations in this ever changing industry. Having our employees take part in the CCIS training class and exam not only provided them with the knowledge needed to carry out their duties, but, it also gave them the confidence of understanding the reason of what we do."
"This training course is very informational and well presented with great knowledge. This course enables each individual to train at his or her own pace and remains available online for quick reference throughout your membership. This program has benefited our company by enabling our compliance department to be subject matter experts, which gives us a competitive edge over our competition in the construction industry."