Florida Stormwater, Erosion and Sedimentation Control Inspector Certification Course

The Florida Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Inspector Training & Certification Program

The goal of the program is to increase the proper design, construction, and maintenance of erosion and sediment controls during construction and to assure the proper long-term operation and maintenance of stormwater systems after construction is completed. The primary program objective is to provide training to private and public employees in various construction related fields. The training program is primarily directed towards inspectors and contractors, however, permit reviewers, public works personnel and engineers will also benefit from this program.

The program curriculum was developed to educate the inspector on proper installation, inspection and maintenance of Best Management Practices (BMPs) for use during and after construction to minimize erosion and sedimentation and to properly manage runoff for both stormwater quantity and quality. Florida’s stormwater program is technology based, using performance standards and BMP design criteria. The use of innovative techniques and specifically designed erosion control systems is encouraged in order to prevent erosion and sedimentation during construction activity.

Implementation of the training program began in late 1997. To date, there are over 6500 certified inspectors throughout the state of Florida. FDEP approved instructors voluntarily teach the inspector training class throughout the year. This allows the instructors flexibility to arrange classes around their schedules.

The inspector’s training program is a two-day class. The class follows the curriculum provided in the Florida Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Inspector’s Manual. Upon the completion of the class, a proctored examination is administered and approximately 2-3 hours is given to complete the exam. In order to obtain the FDEP certification, a minimum passing grade of 70% must be made on the exam.

The objectives of this training and certification program are:

• To assure that the desired benefits of stormwater management systems are being achieved

• To assure that both the public and private sectors have enough inspectors trained in the proper installation and maintenance of BMPs during and after construction

• To assure a consistent level of technical expertise and professional conduct for all individuals responsible for inspecting erosion and sediment controls and stormwater management systems

 Please call Randy Free at 407-353-8165 or toll free at 800-768-7036 to discuss your needs or to book an onsite class. You can also contact us via email at rfree@safetylinks.net

 Course Cancellation Policy

§  CANCELLATIONS- You may cancel up to fourteen (14) days prior to the start date of class and will be reimbursed or rescheduled without penalty. Cancellations made within fourteen (14) days to the class date are subject to a 50% cancellation fee.

§  NO SHOWS- Sorry, but students who are registered for a class and do not show will be assessed a 100% no show fee.

§  RESCHEDULES- Students may reschedule a class without penalty by notifying Safety Links Inc at 407-760-6170 at least fourteen (14) days prior to the class date. If you need to cancel or reschedule your class date within the fourteen (14) day period, you may send a substitute from your organization to avoid any fees provided that the person meets class prerequisites.

§  REIMBURSEMENTS- Safety Links Inc. reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any training course. If a class is cancelled or rescheduled, registrants will be notified seven (7) days in advance of the first class date. Should Safety Links Inc. cancel a course, our liability is limited to the return or credit of the registration fee.