Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Practitioner (QSP) Training
This Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Practitioner (QSP) Training follows the EPA stormwater regulations under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) programs as codified in 40 CFR 122.26 established under the Clean Water Act, Section 402.
Our SWPPP certification training also covers the requirements of the Construction General Permit (CGP). It provides participants with the knowledge and authority to identify potential sources of stormwater contamination, implement SWPPPs, examine BMPs, conduct inspections, record compliance, and perform environmentally responsible construction site activities.
Who Needs This SWPPP Certification Training?
- Individuals seeking QSP certification to supervise stormwater inspections and project compliance at construction sites.
- Personnel in charge of construction sites responsible for SWPPP maintenance, BMP installation, and document management.
- Environmental compliance officers, engineers, and project managers working on stormwater management and regulatory projects.
- Contractors, developers, and inspectors who want up-to-date knowledge of pollution prevention, erosion control, and permit adherence when working on construction projects.
Why Choose Our Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Certification Training?
- Focused on state and federal requirements for QSPs responsible for stormwater compliance on construction sites.
- Developed by environmental and construction experts with practical experience in SWPPP preparation, inspection, and regulatory enforcement.
- Offers thorough instruction on permit restrictions, reporting methods, BMP selection, erosion, and sediment control.
- Enhances technical expertise, field judgment, and decision-making for efficient stormwater management.
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Training Objectives
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Understand the structure and goal of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and highlight its key elements.
- Understand the regulatory framework under the Clean Water Act and NPDES permitting system.
- Describe the professional duties and role of a Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) during construction activities.
- Recognize common stormwater-related hazards like pollution discharges, sediment transport, and erosion.
- Choose, install, and maintain correct Best Management Practices (BMPs) for several site conditions.
- Perform site inspections, create thorough reports, and recommend corrective actions upon finding deficiencies.
- Verify that all inspection and monitoring operations meet CGP and permit-specific requirements.
- Apply approaches for ongoing improvement by identifying common errors in SWPPP implementation.
- Incorporate safe work practices during field activities close to storm drains or water bodies, as well as during BMP installation.
- Minimize environmental impact by applying pollution prevention strategies for chemical storage, waste management, and spill response.
- Interpret site maps, soil conditions, and weather trends to forecast stormwater problems and modify BMPs as needed.
- Coordinate with owners, contractors, and design teams to ensure compliance throughout all phases of construction.
- Apply Best Professional Judgment (BPJ) to evaluate site conditions and select or modify BMPs that ensure effective stormwater control.