This Ecology approved online stormwater training and certification program is intended to recertify expired or soon to expire Certified Erosion Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) professionals.

This Erosion Control Certification is a 2-part online course which covers:

• The 12 elements of a DOE compliant Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) as outlined in stormwater management manual, and;
• The newly proposed 13th SWPPP element, Low Impact Development (or LID).

By completing this online Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead re-certification program, you will reinstate your professional standing as a Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead for an additional three (3) years.

As mandated by the Department of Ecology (DOE), CESCL certifications are valid for three (3) years.   All construction projects within the State of Washington MUST designate at least one (1) person as the responsible representative in charge of Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC), and water quality protection. The designated person shall be the CESCL who is responsible for ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal erosion and sediment control and water quality requirements.