Erosion Control and Stormwater Training: eLearning

Welcome to IECA's web-based learning. Now there's erosion & sediment control and stormwater training available to you anytime, anywhere. Take advantage of this cost-effective way to earn Professional Development Hours (PDH). These courses are led by top experts in the industry.

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STORMWATER MANAGEMENT

Stormwater Low Impact Development Practices - Part 1

PDH Value: 1

This course is Part 1 of the two module course about the significance of Low Impact Development BMPs, and how they are implemented and designed for infiltration and treatment of stormwater runoff. The devices addressed in this module are bioretention and green roofs.

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Stormwater Low Impact Development Practices - Part 2

PDH Value: 1

This course is Part 2 of the two module course about the significance of Low Impact Development BMPs and how they are implemented and designed for infiltration and treatment of stormwater runoff. The devices addressed in this module are porous pavement, cisterns, swales and wetlands.

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Stormwater Runoff

PDH Value: 1

This course explores the critical factors in measuring and assessing stormwater runoff. Topics addressed are: assessment of runoff curve numbers, and applying and calculating that curve number for your construction site.

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A Comprehensive Stormwater Compliance & Inspection Training for Construction Sites

PDH Value: 7

This detailed training is geared towards contractors and sub-contractors. Training modules include: History and Requirements of the Clean Water Act, Basic Stormwater Management, Inspections and Documentation, Phases of Construction Management, Principles of Erosion and Sediment Control, Best Management Practices- Structural Controls, Best Management Practices- Procedural Controls.

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How to Write and Implement a SWPPP: Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan to meet NPDES Requirements

PDH Value: 3

Stormwater pollution prevention plans are dynamic, changing documents that can mean the difference between a profitable project and one that initiates environmental violations. Start your project right, spend the time to write a SWPPP that really works. Take this course to find out information that will start your project out with a set of skills and documents that virtually guarantee success.

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Ground Control: Stormwater Pollution for Construction Sites

PDH Value: 1

This course shows employees how erosion, sediments and other potential surface water pollutants are controlled at construction sites. The program focuses on Best Management Practices (BMPs) that are widely used at most construction sites including: silt fence, stabilized entrances/exits, drop inlet protectors and others. The program illustrates how these BMPs work and how they can fail. Employees are encouraged to promptly report any failing BMPs. By making all employees "look-outs" for BMP problems, this training program is an important part of the required BMP maintenance program.

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Sampling and Analysis for Meeting Compliance Requirements

PDH Value: 1

Stormwater discharge monitoring has changed over the years, and the visual chocolate vs. vanilla observations have been ramped up to collection and testing of the water to see if meets certain discharge criteria. Most of the sampling requirements stem around turbidity, but there are other constituents (potential pollutants) of concern that may come into play depending upon the construction activities at the time of a rain event. It is important to understand how to collect, handle, store, and test samples to ensure that the results from the testing are defendable. This course will provide information to help prepare the person collecting the samples how to prevent contamination of the samples, understand the equipment and procedures for field testing, and how to document and handle samples that will require lab testing.

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What's a Contractor to do When the Sediment Pond Does Not Work?

PDH Value: 1

A good design, proper construction and frequent maintenance still offers no guarantee that a sediment pond will discharge turbidity-free discharge. So what can a contractor do to improve the effectiveness of sediment ponds, after it has been constructed according to design standards; but still will not accomplish its objective? Briefly I will discuss the complexity of runoff generated by Mother Nature. Then I will examine the benefits of five initiatives: upstream treatment, inflow diversion, pond slope stability, filtering berms and discharge techniques. While any one of these components will result in some improvement of discharge quality, the incorporation of all five components will significantly increase sediment trapping. Examples of each component will be illustrated. Coupling these components will be the key to success!

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Construction Site Compliance in 10 Easy Steps

PDH Value: 1

Construction sites are dynamic, complicated processes that are in constant change. Maintaining environmental compliance on these sites is very challenging. In addition is remains constant and is seldom something that you can "checkoff the list". The one item that assists most during this strategy for compliance is communication. This webinar will discuss 10 simple communication strategies that, when implemented, assist your project with continuity and profit for environmental compliance. Whether you are a regulatory professional who is trying to maintain compliance within a jurisdiction or a construction professional trying to keep your project moving forward - this course is for you. Designers, you may want to pay attention because these are often the reasons your SWPPP's are not properly implemented. Join me for an hour of action packed items that can really make a difference on your next project. Communication is by far the most underutilized BMP on every single construction project….

This webinar will provide the participant with training and skills to comply with regulations, ensure sensitive resources remain protected, and properly document activities during the construction project. In addition, this webinar will discuss how to communicate with regulatory and design professionals in order to accomplish a common goal - a compliance complete construction project. SWPPP's are required on every construction site that disturbs one acre or more. This webinar will teach the participants how to get the SWPPP out of the office, and correctly implemented in the field.

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"SWPPP it or Sweat It" Stormwater Training Program

PDH Value: 1

This training is a collaborative effort between the Texas Association of Builders, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the Environmental Protection Agency-Region Six. The objective of the SWPPP It or SWEAT It training is to provide you the information tools you need to manage stormwater on your construction sites and also meet the training necessary to complete the requirements for receiving your Yellow Sticker for your construction site.

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Construction Inspection Techniques That Really Work!

PDH Value: 1

This (pre-recorded) webinar looks at inspection programs that really do work! The focus is from the perspective of the inspector for a regulatory agency and the inspector who may be inspecting their own sites. In this day and age where documentation and legal perspectives are often scrutinized long after the event occurs the proper way to conduct inspections has never been more important. How your write things down is often more important than what you are writing down for deficiencies. If you are conducting inspections on construction sites, or post construction stormwater facilities; this course is for you. We discuss successful inspection programs for MS4's and traditional construction companies. We learn about the differences needed when conducting inspections on post construction stormwater practices, we learn about common mistakes, and how to avoid repeating them on your projects. Come and learn about techniques for proper inspection, challenges with communication, and proper documentation techniques. Don't miss an opportunity to view program components that will change the way you conduct your very next inspection. Learn techniques that are not taught in traditional programs, and capitalize on others mistakes. Take this time to focus on one of the most important items of environmental compliance you can complete: proper inspections.

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Stormwater Monitoring: A Primer on Basic Data and Methods

PDH Value: 1

When it rains, water tends to get dirty. Very dirty. This pre-recorded one-hour webinar is a primer on basic water quality monitoring skills, data and resources available to assist with stormwater management efforts. Reference materials are based on a volunteer water quality monitoring program in Iowa, and how its field parameters can be applied to erosion/sediment and stormwater management practices as a method of regular reporting, assessment and analysis of water quality improvement. The act of water quality monitoring and use of data can be applied to all six of the minimum control measures required by the NPDES program. Learn some of the basic steps for gathering data and how it can be applied to each.

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Plan Review, Inspection and Enforcement from a Regulatory Perspective

PDH Value: 1

This webinar will give you insight on how to review plans, how to perform inspections and when to go to enforcement, from a regulator's point of view. This presentation is based off of the training program for new staff members working in North Carolina's regulatory program.

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Top 10 Misunderstood Elements in Construction Stormwater Compliance

PDH Value: 1

This (pre-recorded) webinar will help stormwater designers, inspectors, and regulators better understand the proper use and implementation of Best Management Practices that are often misunderstood, or installed and used improperly. This includes: silt fence, check dams, inlet protection devices, and ponds or basins. This course will also discuss elements of the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan that are often not in compliance with the Construction General Permit; including paperwork and plan updates.

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Elements of Construction Site Stormwater Management

PDH Value: 1

Compliance doesn't have to break the bank. With a change in mindset many of the everyday problems on construction sites could be eliminated. Attendees will learn that stormwater management is part of all construction projects and they do not have to view compliance with disgust, anger, dread or resignation.

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Field Sampling and Analysis for Turbidity

PDH Value: 1

Newly established EPA regulations require a monitoring program to sample and analyze turbidity of storm water from construction sites. Only a few states currently have a program that is based on EPA guidelines for industrial site sampling. Construction sites may require innovative collection techniques not similar to industrial discharges.

Based on specific construction site conditions, this "How To" (pre-recorded)webinar presents information to enable a permittee to select and set up several from among several acceptable techniques.

The presentation includes runoff characteristics, sampling protocols, site locations, sampling and analysis equipment, data interpretation, health and safety, and personnel training.

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Illicit Discharge

PDH Value: 1

This course will show individuals and communities identify and eliminate illicit discharges from their storm sewer system to comply with NPDES Phase II regulations. Case studies and training examples are provided.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Air Conditioning

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Carpentry

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Concrete Forming

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Concrete

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Electrical Installation

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Electrical Service Line

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Electrical Flooring

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Framing

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Grading

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Insulation

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Landscaping

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Masonry

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Painting

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Plumbing

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Pool Installation

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Roofing

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Sheetrock

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Siding

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Underground Plumbing

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Alliance to Compliance - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Segments: Window Installation

PDH Value: 1

The following video and quiz will allow you to learn about the regulations of stormwater management on construction sites, regulated by the Clean Water Act.

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Erosion and Sediment Control

Technical Design and Construction for Construction Field Personnel

PDH Value: 1

This pre-recorded webinar is designed to give field construction personnel a basic understanding of the Best Management Practices that are commonly used to control and reduce erosion and sedimentation from storm water runoff on construction sites. The proper use and placement of BMPs, along with the critical details of construction will be presented. In addition, the webinar will address the administrative aspects of the NPDES (and state issued) permit process that must be performed in the field. These processes include proper inspection and record keeping, and maintenance and control of documents that are required to be kept on site. This webinar is targeted to all levels of field personnel expertise. Junior level field mangers will derive a basic knowledge of the NPDES requirements, while more experienced field managers will receive instruction that will allow them to better analyze the erosion and sedimentation control design for a project and make them a more effective "last check" on each project's compliance with the DPDES, or state issued permit.

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Turbidity Reduction Techniques for Pumping Operations on Construction Sites

PDH Value: 1

Have you ever sampled and measured turbidity numeric levels for pumping or dewatering operations on your construction site? How turbid is your discharge from your work zone while working on a borrow site or pipe culvert near a stream? Will your discharge meet effluent limits prior to entering jurisdictional waters? This webinar will cover a number of techniques to reduce turbidity levels from pumped effluent. Learn about new technologies, design strategies, and case studies to maintain water quality near your construction operation.

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Low Volume Roads

PDH Value: 1

This Webinar is designed to give an overview of the key design, construction and maintenance issues involved in low-volume roads, with an emphasis on important aspects of road drainage. Best Practices are presented, along with many design and mitigation practices used to help a road achieve its design life, be cost-effective, and minimize adverse environmental impacts. Drainage is emphasized since an old saying goes, "The three of the most important aspects of road design are Drainage, Drainage, and Drainage!" These include surface drainage and the use of culverts, low-water crossings, and bridges.

Low-volume roads make up 60 to 70 percent of all roads worldwide. In the United States there are over 2.5 million miles of low-volume roads. On those roads major investments are made in the materials used for surfacing, in drainage crossing structures, and in the maintenance of the roads. Thus understanding the many aspects of roadway design and drainage are important to achieve good designs, to protect our investment in the roads, to minimize damage from storms, to minimize maintenance costs, and to protect water quality near the road and at crossings.

This Webinar will briefly address the importance of slope stability issues, use of roadway materials, proper erosion control, and the many aspects road surface drainage used to keep water off the road surface and to avoid concentration of water. These include maintaining a good crown on the road, or an in-sloped or out-sloped profile, frequent culvert cross drains, rolling dips, lead-off ditches, drop inlets, and other measures that prevent water accumulation. Also major investments are made in drainage crossing structures. Proper culvert sizing is critical, along with good installation, alignment, bedding and compaction, use of headwalls and end sections, protection against plugging and overtopping, etc. Properly designed low-water crossings can offer a cost-effective alternative to culverts in some circumstances, especially on low-volume roads. Finally, bridges are a huge investment and they need adequate hydraulic capacity, protection against a variety of scour problems, bank stabilization, and maintenance.

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How to Write and Design Revegetation and Erosion Control Specifications

PDH Value: 1

Specifications (Special Provisions) for revegetation and erosion control projects are often confusing, poorly written and organized, and an afterthought to large engineering projects. Costs associated with the work are often lump-summed under the bid schedule or if identified in line items are inconsistent with the specifications. This class will show how clear, well-written specifications benefit a project and how they are assembled. Elements of design will also be briefly addressed.

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Steep Slope Investigation and Remediation Techniques

PDH Value: 1

The initial site investigation of a Steep Slope is critical in the selection of the most prudent remediation procedure. This course provides an overview of how to identify different types of slope activity, with on-site techniques and inspection procedures for determining the source of the instability. Following the identification of the slope and its source of instability a method of remediation must be developed. The course will provide a variety of remediation examples along with a review of their installation procedures to strengthen and or reinforce the individual participant's knowledge and skill in the selection and installation of the appropriate remediation procedure. The focus of the course is to equip the contractor, site inspector or engineer with on-site inspection techniques for slope instability identification, and general knowledge of prudent remediation procedures and their implementation.

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Basics of Revegetation For Erosion and Sediment Control

PDH Value: 1

This pre-recorded webinar covers the basics required to initiate the establishment of vegetation where the primary purpose is to stabilize the site from erosion with vegetation. Contrary to many courses where this information is provided by an engineer, contractor or material supplier, this course will be instructed by a botanist and ecologist.

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Types of Erosion Processes

PDH Value: 1

This pre- recorded webinar discusses how thousands of dollars are often invested in erosion control practices that fail, simply because of an ignorance of the type of soil erosion that they are dealing with. For instance, it is important for the professional to know what type of erosion process he/she is dealing with, so that further actions can be established for a successful erosion control project. By the end of this webinar, the student should know about the following: (1) Water erosion (rainsplash erosion, sheet erosion, rill erosion, gully erosion, river erosion, and coastal erosion), (2) Wind erosion (abrasion and deflation), (3) Ice erosion, and (4) Gravity erosion.

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Best of the BMP's - Part 1

PDH Value: 1

This is Part 1 of a two part course introducing you to Storm Water Regulations. You will learn how to identify, classify, inspect and document the repair Best Management Practices, or BMPs, used on construction Sites to help prevent the pollution of storm water.

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Best of the BMP's - Part 2

PDH Value: 1

This is Part 2 of the two part course on Storm Water Regulations. Module 1 laid the foundation and provided an understanding of what Best Management Practices are used on construction sites. This module will teach you how to inspect and document the repair of BMPs.

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The REVISED UNIVERSAL SOIL LOSS EQUATION (RUSLE) Version 2 - Part 1

PDH Value: 1

This is the first of a three part series on RUSLE Version 2. In this first module, we'll be look at the Essentials of Soil Loss Prediction. At the end of the module you'll be able to define soil erosion and the types of soil erosion, as well as have a good understanding of the erosion process and why soil erosion is a concern. This understanding will be supported by a brief history of the prediction model and use of the erosion predictive tool.

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The REVISED UNIVERSAL SOIL LOSS EQUATION (RUSLE) Version 2 - Part 2

PDH Value: 1

This is the second of a three part series of the RUSLE Version 2. In this second module, we will look at the background for developing the RUSLE 2 model and how to apply it for plant development and land use. Also addressed are each factor within the equation and how to use RUSLE 2 as a planning tool.

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The REVISED UNIVERSAL SOIL LOSS EQUATION (RUSLE) Version 2 - Part 3

PDH Value: 1

This is the third of a three part series of the RUSLE Version 2. In this third and final module we explore the databases behind the model and show how RUSLE 2 software produces soil erosion estimates. Also covered in this module is everything from how the databases are organized to demonstrating the software with examples from real field data.

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Sustainable Native Plant Establishment, Bioengineering & Successful Monitoring Methods - Part 1

PDH Value: 1

This course is Part 1 of the two module course about Native Plant Establishment and includes elements and methods for developing a well-thought-out native vegetation establishment program.

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Sustainable Native Plant Establishment, Bioengineering & Successful Monitoring Methods - Part 2

PDH Value: 1

This is Part 2 of the two module course about Native Plant Establishment. In this second module we address the importance of seeding, planting, and soil amending as well as post planting monitoring.

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Vegetation Basics

PDH Value: 1

This is an introductory series that will give you basic information about the things you really need to know.

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Plant Selection for Erosion and Sediment Control

PDH Value: 1

Ever struggle with selecting plant materials specific to erosion and sediment control? What's best; seed or rooted stock, tap or fibrous roots, is more seed better? This course will review the different characteristics of plants and provide answers to these and more questions. It will provide guidance in selecting the best species and plant material types for a specific erosion control, sediment control, or wind stabilization application. Don't miss this discussion on a topic important to anyone who uses plants to stabilize disturbed soils.

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Surface Water Restoration

Water Harvesting

PDH Value: 1

Water harvesting is the activity of direct collection of rainwater. Water harvesting means to understand the value of rain and to make optimum use of the rainwater at the place where it falls. Because of drought conditions and water pollution, many states are beginning to see the value of water harvesting.

This course will show individuals and communities the benefits of a water harvesting system, how to construct a water harvesting system, and how to maintain a water harvesting system.

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MS4 Management

MS4 Audit Preparation

PDH Value: 1

Do you work for a regulated NPDES Phase I or Phase II MS4 entity? Are EPA and/or your state permitting authority gearing up to audit, evaluate, or re-evaluate local MS4 programs in your area? If so, this webinar will assist you with your audit preparations. Even if an audit is not looming in your immediate future, this webinar will provide helpful tips so that you're always ready to do your best to demonstrate permit compliance. Examples of how MS4 communities have been audited and what tools they have used to successfully survive those audits will be presented. Audit preparations can also be used to help enhance other MS4 program areas so we will highlight those connections. Key elements of audit preparation include knowing what inspectors are looking for and how MS4 communities are being compared to each other.

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Changing the Development Paradigm to Embrace LID - Part I

PDH Value: 1

The Problem with Conventional Development & Stormwater Management: This webinar will investigate and demonstrate the many impacts, associated with our current approach of prescriptive land use policies and stormwater management that have led to adverse impacts to our natural environment, particularly aquatic systems due to "the law of unintended consequences" of these policies.

The webinar will also introduce attendees to the concept of Low Impact Development (LID) which is a paradigm shift in how development and stormwater is done to minimize the impacts of development on the natural environment. A history of LID will be provided as well as a discussion of how LID works and why it is a much better approach for land development projects.

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Changing the Development Paradigm to Embrace LID - Part II

PDH Value: 1

The Basis of Low Impact Development: In this webinar attendees will learn about the most important aspect of Low Impact Development (LID), Environmental Site Design (ESD).ESD is the cornerstone of the LID approach by evaluating the natural resources on the site and placing the development on the land which is most suitable for it.

The natural environment provides many positive benefits especially related to the rainfall runoff relationship.These many benefits will be discussed and it will be demonstrated how the application of ESD for residential development can preserve many of these benefits, while at the same time mimic the natural hydrologic relationship for small, frequent rainfall events.

The common hydrologic goals associated with LID will also be discussed and it will be shown how ESD can help a designer meet these goals.In addition to the hydrologic benefits of ESD, the preservation of woodlands and meadows also provide other environmental benefits such as the sequestering of carbon.

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Techniques for Effective Beach & Shoreline Stabilization - Part 1

PDH Value: 1

This is module one of a two part series on understanding beach erosion, its causes, and different techniques to address it.

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Techniques for Effective Beach & Shoreline Stabilization - Part 2

PDH Value: 1

This is module 2 of a 2 part series on beach erosion. This modual will focus on the design and construction of beach restoration and nourishment projects.

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Certifications

CISEC Complete Course including all four modules

PDH Value: 6.5

This selection includes the complete class, all four modules.

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CISEC Module 1: EPA Rules and Regulations

PDH Value: 1.5

The purpose of this module is to ensure inspectors understand EPA and the Clean Water Act (CWA) requirements and how they are applicable to inspections. Participants will evaluate EPA's 2012 construction general permit as it applies to the duties of inspectors. Participants will also evaluate SWPPP details so that participants understand what they must do to meet federal compliance criteria. Items for this module will include (but are not limited to):

Clean Water Act

NPDES 2012 General Permit:

1. Permittee and Designer Obligations and Requirements
2. Inspector Obligations and Requirements
3. Corrective Action Requirements
4. Training Requirements
5. Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Requirements

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CISEC Module 2: Background of an Inspector

PDH Value: 1

In this module, participants will learn the importance of what is recommended for an inspector's background and how this will help them keep a site in compliance with EPA requirements. In addition, participants will see how assessing past experiences will improve the inspection process. Items for this Module will include (but not limited to):

Definitions: Sediment vs. Erosion

Topographic Assessments: Reading a map

Hydrology: Hydrographs and sedigraphs

Polymers: Anionic vs. cationic

Ethics: CISEC's Code

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CISEC Module 3: Inspecting BMPs

PDH Value: 2.5

This module will provide the necessary tools for inspecting BMPs found on land development, vertical/big box construction, and linear projects. Participants will learn about inspecting installed sediment and erosion control measures, whether the BMPs are functioning in a correct manner, and assess BMP limitations. In addition, information will be provided on inspecting storage areas where potential pollution problems may occur and assessing whether new BMPs need to be added or whether existing structures can be removed. Items for this Module will include (but are not limited to):

Writing Inspection and Corrective Action Reports

Inspecting Commonly Found BMPs on Construction Sites:

1. Barriers
2. Sediment Containment Systems
3. Erosion Control BMPs

Inspecting Other Important BMPs:

1. Stabilized Construction Entrances
2. Polymer Systems
3. Wind Erosion BMPs
4. Concrete Washouts
5. Hazardous Waste Sites

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CISEC Module 4: Conducting Construction Site Inspections

PDH Value: 1.5

This module covers the basic duties of an inspector by conducting a "virtual" tour of a construction site. Participants will reinforce their role and responsibilities as inspectors to meet EPA Phase I and Phase II requirements. The module will include "hands-on" exercises on documenting, communicating, reading SWPPPs and S&EC plans, writing reports,interacting with fellow participants, and assessing what to look for on a construction site. Items for this Module will include (but are not limited to):

Inspection Requirements

Inspection Reports

Conducting "Virtual" Site Inspections:

1. Before Construction and During Grading
2. During Construction

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EDUCATION HELP

Intentional Presenting: Making the Environmental Connection

Barry Fagan has won IECA's Presenter of the Year Award for the last two years. Join IECA Director of Education Jimmy Eanes as he interviews Barry to find out exactly how he puts together presentations that consistently engage attendees and earn him the praise of his peers. You may be surprised to learn that anyone can become an effective presenter given the right attitude, some practice, and a basic understanding of what audience engagement looks like. During the webinar, Barry will share his insights on effective speaking with Jimmy and then answer your questions. If you are interested in improving your presentation skills, you will not want to miss this webinar!

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Submit an Abstract for Environmental Connection Conference

We've revised our process to make it easier than ever to participate as a speaker in next year's conference. Please join Charles Riling, IECA's Technical Vice President, and Jimmy Eanes, IECA's Director of Education for a FREE webinar that will take you through the process step by step. This quick, fun and interactive session will provide you with all the information you need to know about submitting an abstract, and give you great hints and tips for making your presentation a hit at the Environmental Connection Conference!

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