Stormwater: Erosion Control and Pollution Prevention is a 23-minute online course that teaches employees how to manage stormwater runoff and prevent pollution on construction sites and industrial facilities as required under the EPA's Clean Water Act National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. It is designed for construction professionals and environmental compliance personnel, and includes a downloadable certificate of completion.
Stormwater runoff from construction sites and industrial facilities is one of the leading sources of water pollution in the United States. The EPA's Clean Water Act requires facilities that disturb one or more acres of land - or discharge stormwater associated with industrial activity - to obtain NPDES permit coverage and implement a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). Violations of stormwater permits can result in civil penalties of up to $37,500 per day per violation under Clean Water Act enforcement provisions. State environmental agencies, which typically administer NPDES permits, conduct regular inspections and can issue stop-work orders for sites without proper erosion and sediment controls.
This course gives your employees a working understanding of stormwater management practices and regulatory requirements. Your team will learn how to identify potential pollution sources on jobsites, implement effective erosion and sediment control measures, and maintain best management practices (BMPs) throughout the life of a project. The training covers the key components of a SWPPP, inspection and maintenance schedules for erosion controls, and the documentation your facility needs to demonstrate compliance during regulatory inspections.
The EPA's stormwater regulations fall under the Clean Water Act's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program, codified in 40 CFR Parts 122 and 450. Construction activities that disturb one or more acres of land require coverage under the NPDES Construction General Permit, which mandates development and implementation of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). Industrial facilities with stormwater discharges must obtain coverage under the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP). Both permits require employee training on stormwater management practices. Civil penalties for Clean Water Act violations can reach $37,500 per day per violation, and criminal penalties for knowing violations can include fines of up to $50,000 per day and imprisonment. Most states administer their own NPDES programs under EPA delegation, and many impose additional requirements beyond federal minimums. Regular site inspections and proper documentation are critical, as inspectors frequently cite inadequate erosion controls, missing SWPPPs, and failure to train personnel.
| Team Size | Price per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 - 9 | $24.95 |
| 10 - 24 | $19.95 |
| 25 - 49 | $17.95 |
| 50 - 99 | $17.50 |
This course is available in English, Spanish, and Multi-Language CC at no additional charge.
Certificate of completion included. Downloadable upon passing the final assessment.