Minnesota CSW BMP Installer Certification
Learn how to properly install, maintain, and troubleshoot BMPs required under Minnesota's Construction Stormwater Permit (MNR100001). Designed for the field crews and professionals responsible for implementing the SWPPP.
WMN0103
Course Number: WMN0103
Type of Course: Certification (valid for three (3) years)
Length of Course: 8 hours
PDH or CEU: 8 PDH
Cost of Course: $200 per Learner
Time to Complete: 5 Consecutive Days from Enrollment
On-Demand | No Travel Required | Digital Credential
The Minnesota Construction Stormwater Permit requires that BMPs used on construction sites be installed, maintained, and repaired by trained personnel. This course provides the practical knowledge needed to install erosion and sediment control BMPs correctly and in compliance with Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) expectations.
Learners gain detailed instruction on field construction of perimeter controls, inlet protection, slope stabilization, sediment basins, dewatering systems, pollution prevention structures, and more.
This certification is ideal for crews, contractors, and construction teams working on any Minnesota-permitted construction project.
Topics Covered:
- Erosion Impacts and Construction
- Permit BMPs and Requirements
- Conveyance BMPs
- Covering BMPs
- Operational BMPs
- Installation and Maintenance
- Spill Control
- Liquid and Solid Waste Management
Learning Objectives:
- Identify required BMPs under the Minnesota CSW Permit
- Install, maintain, and repair site-specific erosion and sediment controls
- Understand proper installation techniques for perimeter controls, slope protection, and inlet protection
- Implement temporary and permanent stabilization methods
- Install dewatering and sediment treatment systems correctly
- Prevent pollution from construction materials, fueling, and waste
Course Expectations
This on-demand course is 8 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 crews installing stormwater BMPs
- Subcontractors responsible for grading, utilities, and earthwork
- Erosion control specialists and field installers
- Municipal maintenance or public works teams
- Anyone identified as a BMP installer or maintenance lead under the Minnesota CSW Permit
No prior training 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
Got a question? We’re here to help.
Is this certification required by the Minnesota CSW Permit?
Yes. The permit requires BMPs to be installed and maintained by trained personnel.
Does this certification qualify someone as a Site Manager or SWPPP Designer?
No. This certification is specifically for BMP installation.
Site Managers should take WMN0102, and Designers should take WMN0100.
Does this course include installation techniques?
Yes. Each BMP discussed includes installation guidance, troubleshooting, and best practices.
How long is the certificate valid?
Three years. Recertification is available through WMN0105.
Is there a final exam?
Yes. Learners must pass the exam to earn their certificate.
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.
