CESSWI Certification Procedures and Standards

Article II. - Standards for Certification

Section 2. Eligibility Requirements

1. Through documented work experience, references, and written exam, the applicant must demonstrate an ability to read site plans, observe, evaluate, and synthesize information, and to report appropriate findings in a clear and logical manner.

2. Each applicant must possess a high school diploma or a GED (General Educational Development) credential.

3. Each applicant must possess three (3) years or more of focused erosion, sediment and storm water inspection experience. A formal 2 or 4 year degree in a qualified field of study may count as one (1) year of experience.

4. Each applicant must successfully pass a written examination designed to determine their proficiency in inspection practices and their knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations. This includes legislation and regulations governing construction activities under the authority of United States Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) and the Clean Water Act (for US applicants) or Canadian Environmental Protection Law (for Canadian/Provincial applicants).