Minnesota CSW Site Manager Certification
Become a qualified Site Manager under Minnesota's Construction Stormwater (CSW) General Permit (MNR100001). Learn how to oversee BMP installation, perform inspections, maintain compliance, and manage on-site stormwater responsibilities.
WMN0102
Course Number: WMN0102
Type of Course: Certification (valid for three (3) years
Length of Course: 12 hours
PDH or CEU: 12 PDH
Cost of Course: $375 per Learner
Time to Complete: 5 Consecutive Days from Enrollment
On-Demand | No Travel Required | Digital Credential
Minnesota's Construction Stormwater Permit requires every permitted site to have trained personnel responsible for day-to-day stormwater management, inspections, and BMP maintenance.
This certification prepares Site Managers, inspectors, and construction personnel to comply with all requirements of the MNR100001 permit. Learners gain practical field-based knowledge of BMP installation, recordkeeping, stabilization timelines, corrective actions, and coordination with the SWPPP Designer.
This course is essential for anyone with oversight of stormwater compliance during active construction.
Topics Covered:
- Erosion Impacts and Construction
- Permit Requirements
- Dewatering and Chemical Treatment
- Inspections
- Good Housekeeping
- Enforcement and Contracts
- Recordkeeping and Reporting
- SWPPP Management
- ESC BMPs
Learning Objectives:
- Understand Site Manager responsibilities under MNR100001
- Implement and maintain erosion and sediment control BMPs
- Perform compliant inspections and complete documentation
- Manage stabilization requirements and timelines
- Identify improper practices and implement corrective actions
- Communicate effectively with SWPPP Designers and project owners
- Ensure environmental protection, especially around receiving waters, sensitive areas, and impaired waters
Course Expectations
This on-demand course is 12 hours long. Your 5 Consecutive Days to complete (including Holidays and Weekends) begins the moment a Learner is registered for this course. This course will NOT take the full 5 days, but this amount of time provides the Learner the ability to go at their own pace.
We understand that sometimes you can't start a course right away, and that's okay! We suggest holding off registering for this course until you are ready to get started so that you have as much of the full 5 consecutive days as possible to complete it.
Who This Course is For:
- Construction Site Managers and superintendents
- Contractors and subcontractor leads
- On-site stormwater compliance personnel
- Inspectors responsible for weekly, post-rain, or corrective action inspections
- Municipal staff overseeing compliance on public works projects
- Any individual designated as a trained person under the Minnesota CSW Permit
No prior certification is required.
Permit Language
Permittees must ensure all of the following individuals receive training and the content and extent of the training is commensurate with the individual's job duties and responsibilities with regard to activities covered under this permit:
- Individuals preparing the SWPPP for the project.
- Individuals overseeing implementation of, revising and/or amending the SWPPP and individuals performing inspections for the project. One of these individuals must be available for an on-site inspection within 72 hours upon request by the MPCA.
- Individuals performing or supervising the installation, maintenance and repair of BMPs. [Minn. R. 7090]
For Your Team
Need training for crews, consultants, or municipal staff?
CWT Training Academy offers:
- Bulk enrollment packages
- Centralized progress tracking
- Certificates stored in professional records
- Automated reminders for renewals
- Custom reporting for agencies, municipalities, and engineering firms
Contact us for team pricing or statewide training solutions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this certification required by MPCA?
Yes. The permit requires that inspections and site management activities be performed by trained personnel, and this course provides that required training.
Does this course cover BMP installation?
Yes, a major part of the certification includes how to properly install and maintain Minnesota-approved BMPs.
How long is the certificate valid?
WMN0104Three years. Recertification is available through WMN0104.
Does this certificate qualify me to design SWPPPs?
No. SWPPP design requires WMN0100.
Is there a final exam?
Yes. Learners must pass the exam to earn their credential.
Other Courses to Consider
Instructor Information:
Nathan Hardebeck
Stormwater Professional
CESCL, CISL, CPSWQ, CPISM, PSCIC, MT SWPPP Admin
Nathan has nearly 25 years of experience in the environmental and stormwater consulting field with an emphasis on best management practices (BMPs), services and management related to industrial, construction, municipal and commercial stormwater programs.
ESC BMP Pocket Guide
Add this to your Collection Anytime!
This BMP pocket guide will assist you in making informed decisions when selecting BMPs that provide the best erosion and sediment control (ESC) for your project. Printed on waterproof paper, and spiral bound, it is a sturdy, easy to use, go-to tool for the jobsite. If you manage erosion and sediment control, you need the BMP Pocket Guide. It is the size of a cell phone and fits in your back pocket.
Refund / Cancellation Policy
Learners are required to contact CWT Training Academy as soon as possible with any changes to registration (e.g. revised or corrected email, mailing address, phone number, etc.) to ensure the information on the Certification records are correct.
Refunds will not be provided for any missed or incomplete on-demand course. In the case of an emergency which prevents the Learner from starting or finishing the course during the allotted time frame, please contact CWT Training Academy to discuss options.
