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1 Hours | 0.1 CEUs
The Construction Management Construction Site Erosion Control module is based upon the 2022 National Pollutant Discharge System (NPDES) which is regulated through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). A description of Erosion, Runoff, and Sediment control measures is provided. The module illustrates the NPDES website as a resource for Erosion, Runoff, and Sediment control measures. Example are provided for a variety of control measures like compost blankets, dust control, and soil roughening. The discussion includes changes to the 2022 requirements like the new Runoff Control measures category. In addition to Control Measure, the module includes Best Management Practices (BMPs) for Good Housekeeping and Materials Management. These BMPs typically revolve around a clean job site and litter control. The module concludes with a discussion of Inspections and Maintenance as a Construction Site Planning and Management consideration.