Corporate Training By Zack Academy - Qualified SWPPP Developer - QSD
Rainfall can cause many problems for construction sites. Runoff water can flow through stockpiled construction material or across disturbed soil areas and pick up pollutants or sediment. The runoff typically ends up in streams or rivers that flow to the ocean. With critical changes in requirements under the new EPA Construction General Permit, construction site Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) must be developed following the requirements of the EPA or applicable state and describe the specific conditions of the site and plans for development.
Why Should You Take This Qualified SWPPP Developer - QSD course?
With critical changes in requirements under the new EPA Construction General Permit, construction site Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) must be developed following the requirements of the EPA or applicable state and describe the specific conditions of the site and plans for development. This Qualified SWPPP Developer course is an overview and review of necessary forms and regulations governing pollution caused by stormwater, especially writing and developing a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). This course describes the SWPPP development process and provides helpful guidance and tips for developing an effective Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan on your construction site.
The Following Topics Will Be Covered:
- TCEQ and EPA Stormwater requirements for construction
- Understand the regulatory framework of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting program
- How to identify potential sources of pollution or contamination
- Implementation of Best Management Practices (BMPs)
- How to prepare a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for construction activities
What is the difference between a QSD and a QSP?
A QSP implements a SWPPP plan while a QSD prepares it. A QSD can perform the same functions as a QSP except a QSP cannot perform the QSD certification items.
How do I become a QSD or QSP?
To become qualified as a QSP/QSD and receive a certificate you will need to take training and the exam and have received a secondary certificate of underlying (pre-requisite) certification after taking the exam.
Here are the steps:
1) Take QSD and/or QSP Training Course
2) Go to the Office of Waters Program (OWP) Website and Register (create login) and pay a $125.00 fee (good for 2 years). Click here to get started.
3) Provide proof of another qualification or registration (in addition to QSD and/or QSP). For more information, see the website for the State Water Resources Control Board's Storm Water Program by clicking here
4) Take and pass the online test at the OWP Website. Your certificate will be emailed to the email address you have provided.
QSP - (maximum 2 hours allowed). To become a QSP, you must pass the timed 2-hour QSP exam with a score of better than 70%.
QSD - (additional 1 hour allowed). To become a QSD, you must take both exams and pass each exam with a score of better than 70%.
- Interactive training with a live instructor
- Hands-on training for maximized learning
- Detailed student manual to keep as a reference for when you're in the field
- Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD) course certification
- Contact us and let us know how many employees need training.
- We will send a request for bid to our network of over 400 trainers.
- Sit back, relax, and within 24-48 hours you will have competitive pricing and a training date for this course.
Questions? 954-400-0595
