DCSWCD Erosion and Sediment Control Training

Under the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation’s Stormwater Permit
GP-0-15-002, each contractor and sub-contractor identified by the project owner as being responsible for the implementation of the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) must identify at least one individual from their company that will be responsible for implementation of the SWPPP as the trained contractor. The trained contractor must be on site on a daily basis when soil disturbance activities are being performed. In addition, developers must have a qualified inspector* conduct regular site inspections in accordance with GP-0-15-002.

*A qualified inspector and trained individual must have 4 hours of training in the principles and practices of erosion and sediment control endorsed by NYS DEC, SWCD, or CPESC Inc. Training is good for 3 years.

Who Should Attend:

Contractors * Developers * Construction Site Inspectors
SWPPP Preparers and Reviewers * Code Enforcement Officers
Municipal Engineers * Highway Departments
Planning Boards

*With this presentation, the NYSDOS is allowing four Professional Development Elective (PDE) hours for municipal officials who attend this training. Contact the NYSDOS for additional information.

Cost: $75 for participants payable by check to Delaware County SWCD. Send to 44 West Street, Suite 1, Walton, NY 13856. Sponsorships are available for agencies and municipal staff working within the NYC watershed. Space is limited to 30 participants. Contact Jessica Patterson at 607-865-5223 with any questions.

Registration: Click here to download, complete and mail trainee application form with your $75 payment to the DCSWCD office. Registration must be received by April 25, 2025. No attendee substitutions are allowed after registration deadline.

Check in begins at 9:30 AM and must provide legal photo ID.