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Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) Training
- In accordance with Clean Water Act Section 402 and 40 CFR 122.26
- Equips QSPs with the knowledge to manage stormwater compliance, perform inspections, and implement effective BMPs on construction sites
- Available in:
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Español - Accessible on desktop, laptop, tablet, and smartphone, for convenient learning anywhere
- Instant training certificate provided upon successful course completion
- Offered in flexible delivery formats: SCORM package, self-paced online modules, live virtual sessions, or classroom training
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| Employee | Per Seat |
|---|---|
| 2-10 | $376.19 |
| 11-20 | $372.39 |
| 21-50 | $368.59 |
| 51-100 | $360.99 |
| 101-250 | $353.39 |
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Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) Training Course Syllabus
This Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) Training course consists of 20 lessons divided into 6 modules. Students are required to complete each lesson in the sequence listed below.
Introduction
Module 1: Overview of SWPPP
This module introduces the basics of stormwater management, discusses the goal of an SWPPP. It tells why preventive measures are essential and how construction operations influence the quality of stormwater. Learners will also understand job site hazards, safety principles, and PPE requirements.
- Lesson 1: Introduction to SWPPP
- Lesson 2: Common Hazards
- Lesson 3: Safety Principles
- Lesson 4: Personal Protective Equipment
Module 2: Regulatory Framework and Permit Programs
This module gives an overview of stormwater regulations. It clarifies the Clean Water Act, NPDES, and Construction General Permit (CGP) requirements. Learners will understand QSP-related permit conditions, reporting requirements, and how to coordinate SWPPP with other environmental permits.
- Lesson 5: Clean Water Act and NPDES Overview
- Lesson 6: Federal Construction Permit Program
- Lesson 7: Permits Requiring a QSP
- Lesson 8: Incorporating Other Permits
Module 3: Roles and Responsibilities
This module specifies the responsibilities of QSPs as well as their coordination with owners, designers, and contractors. It emphasizes inspection supervision, BMP management, reporting, and documentation. Learners will see how accurate documentation and good communication guarantee compliance.
- Lesson 9: QSP Roles and Responsibilities
- Lesson 10: Compliance Team Collaboration
Module 4: SWPPP Development and Management
This module covers the preparation, implementation, and maintenance of a construction SWPPP. Learners will understand site mapping, stabilization techniques, and phasing strategies. Emphasis is placed on keeping the plan current and correcting common deficiencies during construction.
- Lesson 11: Preparation of a Construction SWPPP
- Lesson 12: SWPPP Implementation
- Lesson 13: Common Errors
Module 5: Best Management Practices and Best Professional Judgment
This module describes the selection and maintenance of best management practices for erosion, sediment, and pollutant control. It emphasizes the use of professional judgment to modify BMPs for site-specific circumstances. Learners will develop the ability to assess efficacy, decipher patterns, and balance compliance with practicality and cost.
- Lesson 14: Selecting and Utilizing BMPs
- Lesson 15: Principles of Erosion Control
- Lesson 16: Principles of Sediment Control
- Lesson 17: Principles of Pollution Control
- Lesson 18: Best Professional Judgment
Module 6: Inspections and Reporting
This module focuses on inspection and reporting requirements under the CGP. It covers common mistakes during stormwater inspections. It also clarifies key elements of the monitoring plan, monitoring techniques, and inspection frequency.
- Lesson 19: Inspections and Reports
- Lesson 20: Monitoring Plans
Final Examination
Frequently Asked Questions
Our courses are structured to take a specific amount of time to complete. However, some learners might complete this online training course faster than others. This course will take around 7 hours to complete.
The Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) is a site-specific document that describes how a construction project should regulate stormwater runoff and prevent pollution. Following SWPPP rules is essential as construction projects often disturb soil, increasing the risk of sediments, debris, and pollutants contaminating neighboring water bodies and harming the environment.
This Stormwater Management Training is important because it:
- Prepares participants to ensure efficient SWPPP execution and identify stormwater compliance concerns.
- Reduces the possibility of noncompliance, penalties, and environmental hazards resulting from poor site procedures.
- Offers knowledge to perform inspections, record results, and meet legal requirements.
- Enables practitioners to manage BMPs, assess performance, and suggest corrective actions.
There are no prerequisites for this course.
- Construction project managers and supervisors who are accountable for stormwater compliance.
- Compliance officials and environmental coordinators overseeing SWPPP execution.
- Inspectors as well as field personnel performing stormwater inspections and reporting.
- Contractors and engineers engaged in BMP design, construction, and maintenance.
- Project owners and developers aiming to comply with the Construction General Permit (CGP).
- Completely compliant with the Clean Water Act and Construction General Permit (CGP) requirements.
- Covers important topics such as BMP selection, inspections, monitoring, and reporting.
- Created by experts in environmental compliance with practical construction stormwater management experience.
- Certificate of completion issued upon successful course completion, verifying QSP qualification.
- Offered through online modules, live virtual sessions, SCORM packages, and in-class training.
Refresher training for Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) certification is not formally required on a fixed schedule. However, industry best practices suggest renewal every two (2) to three (3) years to keep knowledge up-to-date. Renewal is strongly recommended whenever regulations or permit requirements are updated, to ensure ongoing compliance.
Certificate of Completion: Immediately after passing the final exam, you can download, save, or print your Qualified SWPPP Practitioner certificate in PDF format.
Validity: This Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan certification is valid for two (2) years.
Renewal: Qualified SWPPP Practitioners must renew or retake the course every two years to maintain compliance and stay up-to-date with current best practices.
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$379.99/Seat
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$750.00/Seat (minimum 10 seats)
The training was very informative and easy to follow. The lessons on hazards and safe work practices helped me train my crew better during BMP installations.
The inspection and reporting lessons were highly practical and realistic. I understood how to conduct rain event-based inspections, accurately document field observations, and fill out defensible reports. It enhanced my skills in documenting compliance for multi-phase projects.
The pollution prevention and housekeeping module was an eye-opener. The training focused on spill response, waste management, and appropriate material storage in a manner that is directly applicable to job site operations. It has enhanced how I train field crews to avoid contamination.
The course helped clarify how QSPs work with owners, contractors, and designers to facilitate correct documentation and prompt corrective measures. It made compliance management more systematic and attainable.
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