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Who is a CISEC?

A Certified Inspector of Sediment and Erosion Control (CISEC) is one who has demonstrated his or her proficiency in observing, inspecting, and reporting on the implementation of Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans.

Qualifications have been adjusted as of January 1, 2008

Minimum Qualifications

An applicant becoming a CISEC will have the following background:

A complete understanding about sediment and erosion processes and how the discharge of pollutants associated with construction activities may impact the environment.
The ability to meet EPA’s requirements for a qualified inspector and an understanding of federal regulations associated with the NPDES discharge permit.
Ability to read and understand construction site Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans and able to fully comprehend accompanying sediment and erosion control drawings.
Two or more years of construction site field experience involving stormwater pollution prevention.
The ability to communicate and write accurate inspection reports. Applicants are expected to have inspection skills in one or more of the following types of construction projects:
Large land development,
Linear (e.g., roadway, pipeline),
Vertical (e.g., town homes, single family residence),
Big box (e.g., commercial buildings).

Linear (e.g., roadway, pipeline),

Vertical (e.g., town homes, single family residence),

Big box (e.g., commercial buildings).

Applicant’s skills will be determined through testing and training provided by the CISEC certification program, which is designed for achieving proficiency in the process of inspecting construction sites.

Applicant Evaluation

Applicants must have the following qualifications to take the CISEC examination:

Two or more years of construction site field experience involving stormwater pollution prevention and prior classes in sediment and erosion control, as proven by documentation and references.

Each application will be reviewed to determine if minimum requirements for inspector certification has been acquired. The application will address the background and field experience of an applicant and must include three references from industry peers. Within 30 days after CISEC Inc. receives a complete application packet (including material from three references), the applicant will be informed of their eligibility for CISEC testing.

CISEC Status

To achieve certified inspector status, an applicant must pass a written examination with a grade of 75% or higher. Each applicant will be notified of his or her grade within 30 days after completing the examination.