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What is GSWCC Certification and Why is it Important? | ComplianceGO

Uncategorized / By ComplianceGO / August 27, 2023

What is GSWCC Certification and Why is it Important?

GSWCC certification refers to the certification process provided by the Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission (GSWCC). This certification is designed to ensure that professionals involved in the installation and maintenance of erosion and sediment control practices in Georgia have the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively protect the state’s soil and water resources.

GSWCC certification is important because it helps to ensure that erosion and sediment control practices are properly installed and maintained, which can help to prevent soil erosion and protect water quality. Properly installed and maintained erosion and sediment control practices can also help to prevent the loss of soil productivity, reduce downstream flooding, and minimize damage to infrastructure.

There are several different levels of GSWCC certification, including Level 1A, Level 1B, Level II, and Level III. Each level has different requirements and is designed for professionals with different levels of experience and expertise.

To become GSWCC certified, individuals must complete the required training and pass an exam. Continuing education is also required to maintain certification. GSWCC certification is recognized by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) and is required for many types of construction and land-disturbing activities in the state.

Overall, GSWCC certification is important because it helps to ensure that erosion and sediment control practices are installed and maintained properly, which can have significant environmental, social, and economic benefits. By preventing soil erosion and protecting water quality, GSWCC certified professionals can help to promote sustainable development and protect the state’s natural resources for future generations.

The State of West Virginia does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater Inspections.

West Virginia does provide two sample forms that may be used. One can be found on the stormwater website and the other is found near the end of the WV SWPPP Template.

The State of Wisconsin requires that a specific form be used for Construction Stormwater Site Inspections.

Wisconsin also provides a form for documenting Corrective Action photos.

The State of Wyoming does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections and they do not provide a template.

The EPA templates can be found by clicking the button below:

The State of Washington does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater Inspections.

Washington does provide a sample SWPPP Inspection Checklist in their stormwater monitoring guide for construction sites.

The State of New Jersey does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections and they do not provide a template.

The EPA templates can be found by clicking the button below:

The State of Nevada does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections and they do not provide a template.

The EPA templates can be found by clicking the button below:

The City of Las Vegas does provide a template in their SWPPP checklist.

The State of New Hampshire does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections and they do not provide a template.

The EPA templates can be found by clicking the button below:

The New Hampshire DOT does provide an example form in their SWPPP template.

The State of Nebraska does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections and they do not provide a template.

The EPA templates can be found by clicking the button below:

The State of Montana does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections.

Montana does provide an inspection form template.

The State of Missouri does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections.

Missouri does provide a sample inspection log within their SWPPP template.

The State of Mississippi does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections.

Mississippi does provide a couple of form templates that can be used.

The State of Minnesota does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater Inspections.

Minnesota does provide an example form template for use.

The State of Michigan does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections.

They do, however, provide a template that can be used for inspections. The template can be found in the Michigan SESC Manual.

The Michigan DOT also provides a template for stormwater inspections on their projects.

The State of Massachusetts stormwater program is overseen by the EPA.

The EPA does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater Inspections, but they do provide templates.

The EPA templates can be found by clicking the button below:

The State of Maryland does require a specific form for use in Construction Stormwater Inspections.

The State of Maine does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections and they do not provide a template.

The EPA templates can be found by clicking the button below:

The State of Louisiana does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections and they do not provide a template.

The EPA templates can be found by clicking the button below:

Kentucky does not require a specific form for stormwater inspections and does not provide a template.

The Kentucky DOT does provide a template that can be used. It is on page 35 of their BMP manual:

The EPA templates can be found by clicking the button below:

The State of Kansas does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections and they do not provide a template.

The Kansas Department of Transportation does require a specific form be used. It can be found at the link below:

The EPA templates can be found by clicking the button below:

The State of Illinois does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections and they do not provide a template.

The EPA templates can be found by clicking the button below:

The State of Idaho does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections and they do not provide a template.

The EPA templates can be found by clicking the button below:

The State of Hawaii does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections and they do not provide a template.

The Hawaii Department of Transportation does provide a template for a Final Construction Site Inspection Checklist.

The City of Honolulu also provides a Small Projects Inspection Checklist.

The State of Florida does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections, but they do provide a sample form within their sample Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan.

The Florida Department of Transportation does require that a specific form be used for all FDOT construction projects.

The State of Georgia does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections and does not provide a sample form.

You can find the inspection report requirements in the Georgia Construction General Permits.

The State of Delaware does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections and does not provide a sample form.

You can find the inspection report requirements in the Delaware Construction General Permit.

The State of Connecticut does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections and does not provide a sample form.

You can find the inspection requirements for Connecticut in the Construction General Permit, dated 12/30/2020.

The State of Alaska does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater Inspections and does not provide a sample form.

You can find the inspection report requirements for Alaska in the CGP, dated 02/01/2021.

The State of Colorado does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections, but they have provided a sample form that may be required by certain municipalities.

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CODOT) has a required form that must be used on all CODOT Construction projects.

The State of California does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater inspections and does not provide a sample form.

The California Department of Transportation (CALTRANS) DOES require a specific form be used for Stormwater Inspections on CALTRANS construction projects.

The State of Arizona does not require a specific form for Construction Stormwater Inspections.

Arizona has provided a sample inspection form (in three parts) on the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality website.

The State of Alabama does not require a specific form for use in Construction SWPPP Inspections. The requirements for inspection reports can be found in the Construction General Permit, dated April 1, 2021.

The Alabama Department of Environmental Management does provide a sample template that can be used for all Construction Stormwater inspections.
Download the Alabama Construction Stormwater Inspection Sample Template here.