Advanced Training in Sediment and Erosion Control: Winter Best Management Practices Certification Course (in-person only)

Fee: $95 per person

Location: Wiscasset Parks and Recreation • 242 Gardiner Road, Wiscasset, ME.

Knox-Lincoln Soil & Water Conservation District and Maine DEP are co-sponsoring this 4-hour classroom event in Advanced Training in Sediment and Erosion Control: Winter Best Management Practices.This course is intended as a refresher for basic erosion and sedimentation control (ESC) techniques for DEP-certified individuals seeking re-certification credits, but also serves as an introduction to basic and advanced DEP-approved practices in ESC. In 4-hour course, participants will learn why erosion control practices are important, be exposed to the principles of erosion and sedimentation, learn how to properly install and maintain ESC Best Management Practices (BMPs), regulations requiring ESC, and have a chance to discuss ESC applications in in real life situations. Participants are provided with information on the proper selection, installation and maintenance of ESC practices using Maine DEPs Erosion and Sediment Control Practices Field Guide for Contractors.

This class qualifies for 4 hours of Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. This class is approved for 2 Credits for Certified Tank Installers. Presented by John Maclaine Non-Point Source Training Center Coordinator.