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This half-day training covers the regulatory requirements, compliance strategies, and emerging issues that matter most to facilities operating under Iowa's industrial stormwater permits. Iowa's General Permits No. 1 and No. 3 require facilities to train employees on stormwater pollution prevention at regular intervals. This training is one way to help meet that annual requirement, while ... Read more

The Iowa Certified Construction Site Pollution Prevention Inspector & Installer course provides essential training for professionals responsible for construction site inspections and erosion control implementation. This comprehensive training covers regulatory requirements, proper installation and maintenance of erosion control measures, and hands-on inspection techniques. This certification is essential for construction inspectors, site superintendents, installers, municipal staff, ... Read more

This four-day training teaches streambank stabilization and restoration techniques using the Iowa DNR River Restoration Toolbox. Led by experienced restoration professionals, the course combines classroom instruction with hands-on field exercises at a local stream site. Hosted by the Great Outdoors Foundation in partnership with ISWEP and the Iowa DNR. What You'll Learn The course covers ... Read more

This four-day advanced training focuses on geomorphic design principles and practical implementation for stream restoration projects. Through classroom instruction and field work, participants develop conceptual restoration designs for an active project site using the Iowa DNR River Restoration Toolbox. Completion of Level 1 training is required for registration. Hosted by the Great Outdoors Foundation in ... Read more

About This Training Join ISWEP for an abridged ICSD certification course offered ahead of the IECA Great Connections Conference. This morning session covers the same core content as the standard full-day training in a condensed format. Participants earn the standard certification and 6.25 Professional Development Hours (PDHs) by completing an out-of-class exercise and exam. Lunch ... Read more

About This Training This virtual training equips professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively inspect and maintain stormwater best management practices (BMPs) across Iowa. The program combines instruction with virtual inspection activities using drone footage, including inspections of retention ponds and group problem-solving discussions. Earn 6.25 Professional Development Hours (PDHs). Who Should Attend ... Read more

About This Training The Iowa Certified SWPPP Designer course trains professionals who prepare, review, and approve Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans for construction sites. This full-day training combines regulatory requirements, technical design principles, and hands-on exercises so you leave with skills you can apply immediately. The training includes two hands-on exercises where you'll practice BMP placement ... Read more