Certified Storm Water Prevention Technician (CSWPT)

Course Description

Regulatory Background
Effective July 1, 2010, the New SWRCB Order 2009-0009-DWQ Construction General Permit was put into effect. This training program meets the requirements for training issued by the Statewide General Storm Water Permit Associated with Construction Activities.

Program Objective
Participants receive materials that include printed presentation slides, answers to frequently asked questions, a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) template with Instructional Prompts, Definitions, Agency, and Specific Personnel Contact information, and various other take-away reference materials that will aid each attendee well after the course is completed.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Understand the fundamentals of stormwater pollution, regulatory requirements, and the purpose of a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).

Identify common pollutants, high-risk activities, and environmental impacts associated with industrial and construction stormwater runoff.

Implement best management practices (BMPs) such as erosion control, spill prevention, material handling, and site housekeeping.

Conduct inspections, maintain compliance documentation, and support continuous improvement of stormwater control measures.

Target Audience

Environmental Compliance Officers

EHS Managers & Specialists

Construction Site Supervisors

Industrial Facility Managers

Wastewater & Pollution Prevention Personnel

Program Administrators

Maintenance & Groundskeeping Staff

Line Supervisors & Team Leads