Construction SWPPP And Contractor SWPPP Training, Spill Training

Caltha LLP Project Summary

Project: Construction Stormwater Permitting, SWPPP & Contractor Training 
Client: National Home Builder
Location(s): Minnesota

Key Elements: Stormwater permitting, SWPPP, Inspection training, Spill Control Plan

Overview: Caltha LLP was retained by a national home builder/developer to provide technical services required for a 8-ac single family home development. Caltha staff prepared the project stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP), erosion control plan, spill control plan and then completed the permit application materials. Once permitted, Caltha staff provided SWPPP training to all site inspectors and subcontractors.


 
SWPPP and SWPPP Training For Residential Site Construction

For more information on Caltha LLP construction stormwater services, go to the Caltha Storm water Permitting and Compliance Page

   

Caltha LLP | Your Stormwater Permit, SWPPP 

and Spill Plan Partner

Large Development Site Permitting, SWPPP and Storm Water Training

Caltha LLP Project Summary

Project: Construction Permitting, SWPPP & Training
Client: National Home Builder
Location(s): Minnesota

Key Elements: Stormwater permitting, SWPPP, Inspection training

Overview: Caltha LLP was retained by a national home builder/developer to provide technical services required for a 49-ac single family home development. Caltha staff prepared the project stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP), erosion control plan, and then completed the permit application materials. Once permitted, Caltha staff provided SWPPP training to all site inspectors and subcontractors.

Stormwater Controls And Waste Management 

At Construction Site

For more information on Caltha LLP services, go to the Caltha Contact Page

Annual Employee Training For Industral Stormwater At North Dakota Food Facility

Caltha LLP Project Summary

Project: Annual Employee Stormwater Training For Food Sector Facility
Client: Food Sector SIC 20 Facility
Location(s): North Dakota

Key Elements: Stormwater training, Permit compliance, Stormwater BMPs, Employee training, Webinar

Overview: Caltha LLP was retained by this food manufacturing company to prepare and present annual SWPPP training, as required under the North Dakota Department of Health (NDDH) multisector general stormwater discharge permit. The training includes all required elements for employee training in the discharge permit:

• Overview of discharge permit
• Overview of the contents of the SWPPP;
• Spill prevention and response procedures
• Good housekeeping practices;
• Maintenance requirements
• Material management practices
• Location and maintenance of on-site stormwater pollution prevention controls;
• Operating procedures for preventing pollution; and
• Inspection procedures and records maintenance.

Training was presented by "live" webinar to all affected employees by a qualified SWPPP trainer.For more information on Caltha LLP services, go to the Caltha Contact Page

Annual Storm Water Training For Minnesota Permit

Caltha LLP Project Summary

Project: Annual SWPPP Training For Food Sector Facility
Client: Food Sector SIC 20 Facility
Location(s): Minnesota

Key Elements: Stormwater training, Permit compliance, Stormwater BMPs, Employee training

Overview: Caltha LLP was retained by this food manufacturing corporation to prepare and present annual SWPPP training, as required under the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency multisector general stormwater discharge permit. The training includes all required elements for employee training in the discharge permit:

• Overview of Discharge Permit
• Components and Goals of the SWPPP
• Stormwater Monitoring
• Monthly Facility Inspections
• Other Tasks Required By Permit

Training was presented to all affected employees by a qualified SWPPP trainer.For more information on Caltha LLP services, go to the Caltha Contact Page

SWPPP and Permit Compliance Training For Revised WDNR Tier 2 Permit

Caltha LLP Project Summary

Project: SWPPP and Permit Compliance Documentation To Meet Tier 2 Permit
Client: Concrete manufacturer
Location(s): Wisconsin

Key Elements: Facility SWPPP, stormwater inspection, visual stormwater monitoring

Overview: Caltha LLP was retained by this regional concrete manufacturer to conduct compliance reviews and prepare updated SWPPPs for two of its facilities located in Wisconsin. Both sites were covered under the WDNR Tier 2 General Permit for discharge of industrial stormwater. Caltha staff conducted a site visit and met with plant personnel to determine what updates were required to the existing facility SWPPP to meet the newly revised WDNR permit. A revised SWPPP was issued to each location which included updates to quarterly monitoring procedures, spill prevention measures, routine employee training and monthly housekeeping inspections.


For more information on Caltha LLP SWPPP services, go to the Environmental Health & Safety Plan | Spill Plan Information Request Form.

Compliance With State Multi-sector Industrial General Permit | Seminar Module

The link below provides training slides from a training module on basic compliance strategies to address general permit requirements. The emphasis of the training module is to provide photograph examples of key areas which should be concerned in developing a site-specific SWPPP.

Presentation Slides: Complying with State Industrial Storm Water Requirements

Caltha LLP provides expert consulting services to public and private sector clients nationwide to address Stormwater Permitting & Regulatory Support, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), Stormwater Monitoring and Stormwater Training.

For further information contact Caltha LLP at info@calthacompany.com or Caltha LLP Website

List of Industrial Stormwater Training Providers in Minnesota | SWPPP Trainer

Caltha staff are stormwater experts, having worked with stormwater permitting and development of stormwater discharge permit compliance programs and SWPPP since the first stormwater rules were drafted in the 1980s. With this deep foundation in the stormwater rules, Caltha provides expert and cost effective storm water consultant services to clients across the US.


One of the key compliance elements is development of an Employee Training Program. Based on an individual employees job responsibilities, different level of training may be required, included training certification. Caltha provides stormwater training in a number of flexible formats, including “train the trainer”. Caltha also offers "real time" web-based training. Trainees log into a webinar format at their own work station and can interact with the trainer in real time. Training sessions are individualized for each facility.


For more information on options available for EH&S training and to request a quote, go to Caltha's Employer Environmental Health & Safety Training Center


Caltha also maintains a library of stormwater permit compliance plan templates to assist permitted sites in developing and managing their overall compliance program. Compliance plan templates incorporate State-specific requirements, such as inspections, monitoring, reporting and training, and provide an easy way to allocate resources and to develop a compliance tracking system. Caltha also conducts Non Stormwater Discharge Evaluations and provides Non Stormwater Discharge Certifications.


Caltha LLP provides expert consulting services to public and private sector clients nationwide to address Stormwater Permitting & Regulatory Support, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), Stormwater Monitoring and Stormwater Training. For further information contact Caltha LLP at
info@calthacompany.com or Caltha LLP Website

Stormwater Training, SPCC Training & Related Compliance Training

Caltha LLP provides a wide range of training programs to industrial, government and construction site dischargers to meet the requirements of State and EPA stormwater discharge permits and related spill and emergency preparedness rules.

Training can be provided to large or small groups and is provided either in person at your location, or through a live webinar format. The training sessions commonly requested include:

• Industrial stormwater discharge permit - SWPPP training
• Construction site stormwater discharge permit training
• Stormwater monitoring training
• Training for site inspections
• Hazardous waste management training
• SPCC annual training
• Spill response training
• DOT hazardous material (HazMat) triennial recertification and initial training
• Facility compliance training overview (covering a wide range of typical facility environmental compliance topics)
• Internal compliance auditor training

Caltha LLP provides expert consulting services to public and private sector clients nationwide to address Stormwater Permitting & Regulatory Support, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), Stormwater Monitoring and Stormwater Training. For further information contact Caltha LLP at
info@calthacompany.com or Caltha LLP Website

Webinar-based SWPPP Training to Meet State Permit Requirements and Facility Specific Programs

Caltha LLP offers facilities nationwide webinar based SWPPP Training meeting their individual permit requirements. Each training is customized for the facility and includes elements of the facility's unique Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).


Training is conducted in real-time and provides two-way interaction between the trainer and the trainees. Training sessions can be recorded and replayed for other shifts.


Click here to see an excerpt from a typical training session (no audio)





Caltha LLP provides expert consulting services to public and private sector clients nationwide to address Stormwater Permitting & Regulatory Support, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), Stormwater Monitoring and Stormwater Training. For further information contact Caltha LLP at
info@calthacompany.com or Caltha LLP Website

Industrial Storm Water Training Seminar - Eagan, MN Nov. 30, 2012

Complying with Minnesota Industrial Stormwater Requirements
Eagan, MN
Friday, November 30, 2012

This full day training seminar will cover the requirements of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial storm water discharges. The course will begin with a discussion of the regulation of stormwater discharge under the Federal Clean Water Act, and then the specific requirements under the MPCA industrial permit, issued in 2010. This will include sector specific requirements, use of benchmark monitoring, effluent guideline monitoring and corrective action requirements. The morning session will include a discussion of additional requirements for stormwater discharges to impaired waters and other special waters identified in the MSGP.

The afternoon session will focus on implementing best managemt practices and development of a stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) at individual facilities. This will include a discussion of monitoring and reported requirements to comply with the Minnesota MSGP.

For more information or to register, go to:
Training Seminar - Complying with Minnesota Industrial Stormwater Requirements, November 30, 2012

Agenda

Industrial Stormwater Laws and Regulations

• Federal Clean Water Act overview
• Application of Clean Water Act to stormwater discharges

Minnesota industrial stormwater permitting process

• Overview of permit requirements
• Industrial sector-specific requirements
• Benchmark monitoring/effluent monitoring
• Corrective action triggers

Application of Rules/Permit to Individual Facilities

• Impaired waters/TMDLs
• Nondegradation/antidegradation requirements
• Special waters
• Wetlands
• Industrial sites with potential soil/groundwater contaminants
• Local and regional requirements

Creating Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)

• Complying with stormwater control measure requirements
• Describing facility
• Providing assessment of activities and materials
• Modification and reporting requirements
• Availability requirements
• Construction site runoff control

Implementing Best Management Practices (BMPs)

• BMPs to achieve “no exposure”
• Stormwater reduction
• Reuse of stormwater
• Stormwater control/management
• Structural BMPs for treating stormwater
• Contingency planning for extreme weather

Sampling and Annual Reporting

• Setting up monitoring procedures
• Collecting and evaluating samples
• Submitting annual reports
• Modifying BMPs

Stormwater Seminar in MN & ND Permiting and Design

Minnesota and North Dakota Stormwater Management Seminar
Fargo, North Dakota
Friday, November 19, 2010


Purpose:

• Examine federal, state, and local rules on stormwater management
• Review municipal, industrial and construction permits and the permitting process
• Explore green stormwater practices
• Examine site selection, sizing, and design
• Evaluate erosion and water quality

Agenda:

Understanding Federal and State Rules on Stormwater Management
Federal statutes and regulations, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements, State statutes and regulations, North Dakota Department of Health NDDH stormwater requirements, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency MPCA stormwater requirements, Local requirements and procedures, Storm water permits and permit application process, Special waters and impaired waters

Stormwater Management Using Wet and Dry Detention Facilities
Detention/retention pond overview, Advantages and disadvantages, Design considerations, Hydrology, Permitting, Site selection, Water quality, Pond sizing, Safety considerations, Outlet structures, Good design practices, Pond routing theory, Interconnected ponds, Steps for detention design

Stormwater Quality Best Management Practices
Bioretention and rain-leader disconnect raingardens, Cisterns, Permeable pavers/pervious concrete, Disconnecting impervious area/vegetated swales, Soil amendments, Rainwater harvesting, Green roofs

Bioretention Design and Maintenance
Costs and consequences of poor design, Site evaluation, Cell configuration and soils, Siting, ponding depth, vegetation, Installation specifications, Maintenance program, Overview of maintenance activities, Costs, Case Study: City of Plymouth, Minnesota, residential raingarden and maintenance program

Download Seminar brochure

Caltha LLP provides expert consulting services to public and private sector clients nationwide to address Stormwater Permitting & Regulatory Support, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), Stormwater Monitoring and Stormwater Training.

For further information contact Caltha LLP at info@calthacompany.com or Caltha LLP Website

Minnesota South Dakota Stormwater Training Seminar

Stormwater Management
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Tuesday, September 28, 2010


Purpose:

• Examine federal, state, and local rules on stormwater management
• Review municipal, industrial and construction permits and the permitting process
• Explore green stormwater practices
• Examine site selection, sizing, and design
• Evaluate erosion and water quality

Agenda:

Understanding Federal and State Rules on Stormwater Management
Federal statutes and regulations, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements, State statutes and regulations, South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, Local requirements and procedures, Permits and permitting process, special waters and impaired waters

Stormwater Management Using Wet and Dry Detention Facilities
Detention/retention pond overview Advantages and disadvantages Steps for detention design, Hydrology, site selection, water quality, Pond sizing, safety considerations, outlet structures, Pond routing and interconnected ponds, emerging issues

Green Stormwater Practices
Bioretention basics What are others doing? (Twin Cities, Omaha, Kansas City, Denver), LEED Specific practices, Constructed wetland, vegetated swale, Vegetated filter strip, rain gardens, rain barrels, BioRetention, pervious/permeable pavement Sustainable landscaping, plant selection, grass selection, amenities to showcase site

Pond Maintenance Issues
Pond access & easement issues, Evaluating water quality, Sediment management, Vegetation management, Emerging pollutant problems, Pretreatment Issues

Download Seminar brochure

Caltha LLP provides expert consulting services to public and private sector clients nationwide to address Stormwater Permitting & Regulatory Support, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), Stormwater Monitoring and Stormwater Training.

For further information contact Caltha LLP at info@calthacompany.com or Caltha LLP Website

Industrial & Municipally Owned SWPPP Training, Moorhead Minnesota

SWPPP Implementation, Review & Amendment Training

Date: June 3, 2010
Time: 9 am to 11 am
Location: Moorhead, Minnesota
Cost: $125

Attendance is limited to individuals from permitted facilities; class size limited
This training is being provided to individuals who have responsibilities for managing
implementation of the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for their permitted industrial or municipally-owned facility.

Topics include an overview of permit compliance requirements, documentation,
annual review requirements and keeping SWPPP program up-to-date. Training will also cover corrective action and evaluating benchmark monitoring results. All attendees will receive a training certificate to document successful completion of training.

Why is SWPPP Implementation Training Needed?
Effective April 5, 2010, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) requires specific training for certain staff at each facility permitted under the new General Permit for Industrial Stormwater Discharges. Each facility must designate an individual responsible for implementation and management of the SWPPP program. These individuals are required under the permit to have specific training on SWPPP implementation, compliance, review and amendments.

To register, email contact information below to info@calthacompany.com
Name:
Company:
Phone:
Email:

Or call (763) 208-6430 to register or for more information


Additional SWPPP Implementation Training Sessions:
Preregister or get further information on SWPPP Implementation, Review & Amendment Training tentatively planned in July-September 2010 in:

Metro (scheduled for May 19) - FULL
Mankato, Minnesota (scheduled for May 27)
Duluth, Minnesota
Rochester, Minnesota
Saint Cloud, Minnesota

For more information or to be placed on pre-registration list for a session, email info@calthacompany.com

Also coming soon…
Stormwater inspection training………….July-October 2010
Stormwater monitoring training………....January-March 2011

Caltha LLP provides expert consulting services to public and private sector clients nationwide to address Stormwater Permitting & Regulatory Support, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), Stormwater Monitoring and Stormwater Training.

For further information contact Caltha LLP at

info@calthacompany.com

or

Caltha LLP Website

SWPPP Training - Mankato, Minnesota - May 27

SWPPP Implementation, Review & Amendment Training

Date: May 27, 2010
Time: 9 am to 11 am
Location: Mankato, Minnesota
Cost: $125

Attendance is limited to individuals from permitted facilities; class size limited
This training is being provided to individuals who have responsibilities for managing
implementation of the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for their permitted industrial facility.

Topics include an overview of permit compliance requirements, documentation,
annual review requirements and keeping SWPPP program up-to-date. Training will also cover corrective action and evaluating benchmark monitoring results. All attendees will receive a training certificate to document successful completion of training.

Why is SWPPP Implementation Training Needed?
Effective April 5, 2010, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) requires specific training for certain staff at each facility permitted under the new General Permit for Industrial Stormwater Discharges. Each facility must designate an individual responsible for implementation and management of the SWPPP program. These individuals are required under the permit to have specific training on SWPPP implementation, compliance, review and amendments.

To register, email contact information below to info@calthacompany.com
Name:
Company:
Phone:
Email:

Or call (763) 208-6430 to register or for more information


Additional SWPPP Implementation Training Sessions:
Preregister or get further information on SWPPP Implementation, Review & Amendment Training tentatively planned in July-September 2010 in:

Metro (scheduled for May 19) - FULL
Moorhead, Minnesota (scheduled for June 3)
Duluth, Minnesota
Rochester, Minnesota
Saint Cloud, Minnesota

For more information or to be placed on pre-registration list for a session, email info@calthacompany.com

Also coming soon…
Stormwater inspection training………….July-October 2010
Stormwater monitoring training………....January-March 2011

Caltha LLP provides expert consulting services to public and private sector clients nationwide to address Stormwater Permitting & Regulatory Support, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), Stormwater Monitoring and Stormwater Training.

For further information contact Caltha LLP at

info@calthacompany.com

or

Caltha LLP Website

Minnesota SWPPP Implementation Training - SWP3 Training

SWPPP Implementation, Review & Amendment Training

Date: May 19, 2010
Time: 9 am to 11 am
Location: Plymouth, Minnesota
Cost: $125(inquire about reduced cost for multiple attendees from same company)
Attendance is limited to individuals from permitted facilities; class size limited
This training is being provided to individuals who have responsibilities for managing implementation of the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for their permitted industrial facility. Topics include an overview of permit compliance requirements, documentation, annual review requirements and keeping SWPPP program up-to-date.

Training will also cover corrective action and evaluating benchmark monitoring results.

All attendees will receive a training certificate to document successful completion of training.

Why is SWPPP Implementation Training Needed?
Effective April 5, 2010, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) requires specific training for certain staff at each facility permitted under the new General Permit for Industrial Stormwater Discharges.

Each facility must designate an individual responsible for implementation and management of the SWPPP program. These individuals are required under the permit to have specific training on SWPPP implementation, compliance, review and amendments.


To register, email contact information below to info@calthacompany.comName:
Company:
Phone:
Email:

Or call (763) 208-6430 to register or for more information


Additional SWPPP Implementation Training Sessions:Preregister or get further information on SWPPP Implementation, Review & Amendment Training tentatively planned in July-September 2010 in:

Duluth, Minnesota
Rochester, Minnesota
Moorhead, Minnesota
Saint Cloud, Minnesota
Mankato, Minnesota
For more information or to be placed on pre-registration list for a session, email info@calthacompany.com


Also coming soon…
Stormwater inspection training………….July-October 2010
Stormwater monitoring training………....January-March 2011

Caltha LLP | Your Permit Compliance, Auditing and EMS/SMS Partner

SWPPP Employee Training - Stormwater Training Requirements FAQ

Stormwater regulations and most State and EPA NPDES stormwater discharge permits require some form of EMPLOYEE SWPPP TRAINING. Below are some common questions, or FAQ, Caltha receives regarding industrial stormwater pollution prevention training.

1. What Kind of Training is Required?
The answer will depend on the State your facility is located in – different States will have different training requirements. However, Caltha generally sees three categories for training:
a) SWPPP Awareness Training. This is “high-level” training which may be given to all employees, and covers basics of stormwater program and facility controls that would apply to any employee.
b) Stormwater Training. This training would be addressing employees whose day-to-day work activities relate to the specific controls and procedures the facility has established in its SWPPP, such as dock workers who might be involved with spills.
c) Stormwater Permit Compliance Training. Employees who have been assigned specific compliance tasks, such as conducting inspections, collecting stormwater samples, need to be trained to conduct their tasks.

2. Can I Use Generic Training Materials?
Many good training resources are available, including video training and “on-line” courses. Caltha often recommends these resources as a element of a facility’s training program. Whether or not these types of “off-the-shelf” training resources meet the training requirements will depend on the specific requirements for your State. In many cases, training needs to include information on the facility SWPPP, and therefore the “off-the shelf” resources need to be augmented with facility-specific training.

3. Does Every Employee Need to be Trained?
Possibly. However, as described in #1 above, not all employees need to have the same level of training. In addition, other factors, such as ISO 14001 registration, may require that you consider training contractors working at your facility.

4. How Often Does Training Need to be Presented?
Many States require annual refresher training; however, some training might only be presented once, such as Permit Compliance Training.

5. Does Stormwater Training Need to be Documented?
Yes, because training is a requirement of an NPDES discharge permit, records need to be maintained to demonstrate that all affected employees received the appropriate training.

6. Do Our Trainers Need Special Training?
This is not addressed in most States; however, effective trainers need to understand their subject matter. Caltha offers a number of “train-the-trainer” options.


Click here for more information on Caltha's stormwater permitting and compliance projects
Click here to review an archive of past SWPPP training projects Caltha has conducted


Caltha LLP provides expert consulting services to public and private sector clients nationwide to address Stormwater Permitting & Regulatory Support, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), Stormwater Monitoring and Stormwater Training.

For further information contact Caltha LLP atinfo@calthacompany.com
orCaltha LLP Website

Minnesota Stormwater Permitting and Storm Water Management Seminar

MINNESOTA STORMWATER MANAGEMENT
Thursday, February 18, 2010 — Eagan, MN

This seminar is a practical, one-day program for engineers, architects, landscape architects and contractors to 1) Review federal and Minnesota laws and regulations regarding stormwater management, 2) Analyze stormwater management strategies using wet and dry detention facilities, 3) Examine green stormwater practices, and 4) Learn about maintaining wet and dry detention ponds


Seminar Agenda

Understanding Federal and State Rules on Stormwater Management
◗ Federal and state statutes and regulations
• National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements
• Minnesota Pollution Control Agency stormwater management requirements
◗ Local requirements and procedures
◗ Permits and permitting process
◗ Special waters and impaired waters

Stormwater Management Using Wet and Dry Detention Facilities
◗ Detention/retention pond overview
◗ Advantages and disadvantages
◗ Design considerations
• Hydrology • Permitting
• Site selection • Water quality
• Pond sizing
• Safety considerations
• Outlet structures
• Good design practices
• Pond routing theory
• Interconnected ponds
◗ Steps for detention design

Green Stormwater Practices
◗ Bioretention basics
◗ Bioretention cells
◗ Cisterns
◗ Runnels
◗ Permeable pavers/pervious concrete
◗ Disconnecting impervious area/vegetated swales
◗ Soil amendments
◗ Sustainable landscaping
◗ Rainwater harvesting
◗ Green roofs

Maintaining Wet and Dry Detention Ponds
◗ Evaluating erosion
• Techniques for preventing and repairing erosion
◗ Evaluating water quality
• Managing sedimentation
• Managing turbidity and algae bloom
• Identifying and managing pollutants
◗ Maintaining outlets and trash racks
◗ Reviewing case studies



For more information or to register for this seminar, go to:
Minnesota Stormwater Seminar

Caltha LLP provides expert consulting services to public and private sector clients nationwide to address Stormwater Permitting & Regulatory Support, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), Stormwater Monitoring and Stormwater Training.

For further information contact Caltha LLP at
info@calthacompany.com
or
Caltha LLP Website

Stormwater Monitoring – Storm Water Sampling Services

An increasing number of States require routine sampling of stormwater discharges to demonstrate compliance with NPDES discharge permits. Whether samples are needed for visual monitoring, chemical monitoring, or benchmark monitoring, one of the more challenging tasks a permitted facility must address is how to collect valid stormwater samples.

Caltha LLP provides expert technical support to permitted facilities and/or their consultants and engineers to develop stormwater monitoring programs developed to meet the requirements of individual States. Storm water programs are provided to meeting the needs of both Industrial and Municipal (MS4) stormwater dischargers.

[Read more about selecting the right stormwater monitoring approach]
[Read more about stormwater benchmark monitoring]

Caltha LLP provides a range of stormwater monitoring services, from development of a written Stormwater Monitoring Plan, to conducting stormwater monitoring training, to supplying equipment and sampling personnel to collect samples.
[Read more about Stormwater Monitoring Services]

Caltha provides State-specific stormwater training for the following States:
[Click on a State to request more information]

Alabama Stormwater Monitoring
Arizona Stormwater Monitoring
Arkansas Stormwater Monitoring
California Stormwater Monitoring
Connecticut Stormwater Monitoring
Florida Stormwater Monitoring
Georgia Stormwater Monitoring
Illinois Stormwater Monitoring
Indiana Stormwater Monitoring
Iowa Stormwater Monitoring
Kansas Stormwater Monitoring
Kentucky Stormwater Monitoring
Louisiana Stormwater Monitoring
Massachusetts Stormwater Monitoring
Michigan Stormwater Monitoring
Minnesota Stormwater Monitoring
Mississippi Stormwater Monitoring
Nebraska Stormwater Monitoring
Nevada Stormwater Monitoring
New Jersey Stormwater Monitoring
New York Stormwater Monitoring
North Carolina Stormwater Monitoring
North Dakota Stormwater Monitoring
Ohio Stormwater Monitoring
Oklahoma Stormwater Monitoring
Oregon Stormwater Monitoring
Pennsylvania Stormwater Monitoring
South Carolina Stormwater Monitoring
South Dakota Stormwater Monitoring
Tennessee Stormwater Monitoring
Texas Stormwater Monitoring
Utah Stormwater Monitoring
Virginia Stormwater Monitoring
Washington Stormwater Monitoring
Wisconsin Stormwater Monitoring

For further information contact Caltha LLP at
info@calthacompany.com
or
Caltha LLP Website

Stormwater Training - Stormwater Pollution Prevention Training

Caltha LLP provides Stormwater Training courses developed to meet the requirements of individual States. Separate stormwater training programs are provided to meeting the needs of Industrial, Municipal (MS4) and Construction stormwater dischargers.

Training is offered in a number of flexible formats, ranging from traditional classroom training presented periodically in different locations, to facility-level training conducted at individual sites to meet employee and/or contractor training needs. Caltha offers cost-effective web-based and remote training options. Caltha also creates facility-specific training materials and conducts “train-the-trainer” sessions for facility training staff.

Caltha offers several training options especially suited to meet the needs of small organizations.

Caltha provides State-specific stormwater training for the following States:
[Click on a State to request information on upcoming stormwater training programs and training options]

[See a map showing States where Caltha LLP worked in 2008]

Alabama Stormwater Training
Arizona Stormwater Training
Arkansas Stormwater Training
California Stormwater Training
Connecticut Stormwater Training
Florida Stormwater Training
Georgia Stormwater Training
Illinois Stormwater Training
Indiana Stormwater Training
Iowa Stormwater Training
Kansas Stormwater Training
Kentucky Stormwater Training
Louisiana Stormwater Training
Massachusetts Stormwater Training
Michigan Stormwater Training
Minnesota Stormwater Training
Mississippi Stormwater Training
Nebraska Stormwater Training
Nevada Stormwater Training
New Jersey Stormwater Training
New York Stormwater Training
North Carolina Stormwater Training
North Dakota Stormwater Training
Ohio Stormwater Training
Oklahoma Stormwater Training
Oregon Stormwater Training
Pennsylvania Stormwater Training
South Carolina Stormwater Training
South Dakota Stormwater Training
Tennessee Stormwater Training
Texas Stormwater Training
Utah Stormwater Training
Virginia Stormwater Training
Washington Stormwater Training
Wisconsin Stormwater Training

Cost for Stormwater Monitoring - Managing Costs By Selecting Optimum Sampling Stategy

Many States now require dischargers to collect stormwater samples to demonstrate that their stormwater pollution prevention measures are effective. Samples are either visually examined on-site, or sent to a laboratory for chemical analysis. Either way – samples need to be collected.

Because in most States samples need to be collected within the first 30 minutes of discharge, stormwater monitoring presents some special challenges. To further complicate this requirement, rain events may also need meet specific requirements (i.e., 0.25 inch total rain fall, dry for previous 3 days, etc.). There are three basic options available to dischargers:

1. Train Facility Staff to Collect Samples. In this case, a few staff are trained on how to collect and handle samples.
2. Contract Third-party Sampler. Here, you would need to contract with a vendor who is located close enough to be at the site and ready to sample within 30 minutes of the start of a rain fall event.
3. Buy or Lease Automated Sampling Equipment. In this case, equipment is installed at each outfall and samples are collected automatically when water begins to flow. In most cases, equipment would need to be installed by trained personnel.
   

Each of these options has its unique benefits and drawbacks. Using a third-party sampler has some logistically problems, as most facilities find it difficult to have someone on-site within 30 minutes, especially considering that the vendor may also be providing this service to others. Using automatic equipment eliminates this logistical problem; however, automated equipment tends to be more costly, and often needs to be reset after small rain events or if any other water gets inadvertently discharged to the storm sewer. Therefore many dischargers opt to train their own staff to collect samples, as it is the least expensive and most reliable method.

Caltha LLP assists companies in addressing their requirements under State and Federal stormwater rules, including Development of Stormwater Monitoring Plans and Training Facility Staff to Collect Stormwater Samples. Click here to request further information on Stormwater and SWPPP Services.

For further information contact Caltha LLP at
info@calthacompany.com
or
Caltha LLP Website