A Different Way of Looking at Sediment Control on Construction Sites

Has your BMP failed and you don’t know why? Do you feel like you are checking off the BMP box without a full grasp of the science behind the BMP placement? This course discusses the effects of stormwater runoff volume and rates on the performance of temporary sediment control BMPs on construction site. Many times, it is determined that the BMP was the cause of a failure. In reality, the BMP failure was caused by stormwater runoff in excess of the BMPs capacity, this failure could have been identified during the design process. This course will look at topography, soil type and geographic location and how you can use this information to predict the effectiveness of design for your construction site.

Course Level: Intermediate

Thomas W. Schneider, CPESC

As Head of Storm Water Compliance at Stormcon, L.L.C., Tom Schneider brings 28 years of experience and extensive training in storm water regulations focusing on construction site erosion and sediment control. Mr. Schneider works directly with local, state, and federal agencies as well as working one on one with clients to develop and implement storm water programs that will fit their needs. In the past, Mr. Schneider has been invited to testify in front of congressional subcommittees in regard to NPDES issues.

At the completion of this course you will receive 2 Professional Development Hours of credit. For any questions on continuing education credit, please contact IECA Education at education@ieca.org