Initial Certification Class
The purpose of the Certified Stormwater Plan Reviewer (CSPR) program is to educate personnel on the proper design and review of stormwater and sediment control plans for development sites in order to meet regulatory and environmental requirements. Controlling stormwater flows and preventing sediment-laden runoff not only protects our rivers, creeks, and streams but it is also a trademark of a quality construction project.
This course should NOT be confused with the Certified Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector (CEPSCI) class.
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Important Dates and Locations
Classes begin: 8:30 a.m.
Classes adjourn: 5:00 p.m.In-Person Classes:
December 2-3, 2024
This class will be offered at the Sandhill Research and Education Center:
900 Clemson Road
Columbia, SC 29229 -
The Two-Day Initial Certification Class Will:
- Teach attendees the latest techniques for stormwater and sediment control
- Introduce a variety of erosion control practices, including the most environmentally effective techniques for various terrain
- Demonstrate how to review grading and drainage plans, as well as Best Management Practices (BMPs) details
- Provide an opportunity to meet others involved in land disturbing activities and for attendees to learn how to develop a stormwater and sediment control plan
- Allow discussion of issues with regulators and learn to complete relevant forms and submissions in an efficient and thorough manner
- Help prepare attendees for the exam which is part of the process for becoming a SC DES Certified Stormwater Plan Reviewer
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Who Should Attend:
- Individuals who wish to become certified by SC DES as Stormwater Plan Reviewers
- Design engineers who would like to learn more about stormwater management plan development in order to improve their submissions
- Individuals who were certified in the last five years and who need to take continuing education courses to continue their certification
This program is not developed to teach engineers, architects or others about the design of Best Management Practices (BMPs).
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Topics Covered:
- Introduction to Stormwater Management
- StormWater Management Requirements
- Plan Submittal, Review, and Approval Process
- Design Requirements and Standards
- Technical Background
- Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Best Management Practices
- Post-Construction Water Quality Best Management Practices
- Plan Review Checklists and Common Deficiencies
Course Agenda
Day 1
8:00 – 8:30 AM Check-in and Networking
8:30 – 12:00 noon
Class Overview and Introduction
Regulations and CGP Background
Permitting Process and Coastal Requirements
Fundamentals of Plan Review
Design Checklist Overview: Items 1-9
12:00 – 12:45 PM Questions and Adjourn for Provided Lunch
12:45 – 5:00 PM
Design Checklist Overview: Items 10-11
• Tool Demonstration
Design Checklist Overview: Items 12-16
Design Checklist Overview: Item 17
5:00 PM Questions and Adjourn
Day 2
8:00 – 8:30 AM Check-in and Networking
8:30 – 12:00 noon
Design Checklist Overview: Item 18
• Design Aids
Design Checklist Overview: Item 19-22
12:00 – 12:45 PM Questions and Adjourn for Provided Lunch
12:45 – 5:00 PM
Design Checklist Overview: Items 23-27
Design Checklist Overview: Item 28-29
Post Development BMPs
Tying It All Together – Advice from the Trenches
Certification Exam Overview
5:00 PM Questions and Adjourn
