CASQA and the State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board) through the Construction General Permit Training Team (CGPTT) developed the QSP Delegate Training Guidelines and 2022 CGP Reissuance Review as training resources for Qualified SWPPP Developers (QSDs) and Qualified SWPPP Practitioners (QSPs).
QSP Delegate Training Guidelines
The 2022 Construction General Permit (CGP) includes an option for QSPs to delegate some of their responsibilities to trained individuals as QSP Delegate(s) to assist with the implementation of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs). The QSP Delegate Training Guidelines (Guidelines) provide the basis for training delegates pursuant to Section V.E.1 of the 2022 CGP. The Guidelines include an overview, description of the required foundational and site-specific training, and competency and proof of training information.
2022 CGP Reissuance Review
With the adoption of the 2022 CGP, new requirements became effective on September 1, 2023. To provide training on key components of the new requirements, QSPs and QSDs are required to complete the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review (Reissuance Review).
The Reissuance Review includes nearly four hours of video modules and corresponding quizzes. The Office of Water Programs (OWP) QSD and QSP Public Lookup Tool will identify QSDs/QSPs that have completed the Reissuance Review as “2022 CGP Trained.”
For answers to frequently asked questions, see the FAQ section below.
Accessing the Reissuance Review
Existing QSDs and QSPs certified through CASQA
Candidate QSDs and QSPs
Self-Certifying QSDs
General Public
- Log in to your existing OWP account.
- NOTE: Your certification account is on the Office of Water Programs website, not the CASQA website. The accounts are not the same.
- Navigate to the “CGP QSD and QSP” tab.
- Navigate to the yellow box with the exclamation mark and select the “2022 CGP Reissuance Review” button. (Note: If it is within 90 days of your certification expiration date, you may also use the “Renewals” section.)
- Clicking the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review button will reroute you to OWP’s e-learning website, where you will see another login page. Use your OWP website login username and password to access the OWP e-learning site.
- Watch each of the five modules and pass the corresponding quizzes. Passing rates will be displayed on the screen as you complete the exams.
- If applicable, pay any renewal fees. If you are completing this step prior to renewing your certification, payment of fees is not necessary.
- Completing the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review will provide the individual with a ‘Yes’ on the OWP Public Lookup tool in the column “CGP 2022 Trained.” Additionally, QSDs will be provided with a ‘Yes’ in the 2022 CGP Trained column of the SMARTS QSD Search Screen.
Note: QSDs and QSPs do not need to wait for certification renewal to complete the Reissuance Review. It is recommended that you complete the Reissuance Review as soon as possible to show you have completed training under the 2022 CGP.
- Successfully complete the QSD or QSP State Approved Training Class (in-person or virtual).
- Create an OWP account and log in.
- NOTE: Your certification account will be on the Office of Water Programs website, not the CASQA website. The accounts are not the same.
- Navigate to the “CGP QSD and QSP” tab.
- Navigate to the blue “Exam” box and select.
- Follow the steps listed in the new tab.
- Step 1 – Specify your underlying certificate.
- Step 2 – Specify your training details.
- Step 3 – Access CGP Review Issues 1 through 5 and complete a review of each document.
- Step 4 – Pay your registration fee for either the QSD or QSP depending on which exams you will be taking.
- Step 5 – Take the 2009 QSP Permit exam. If applicable, also take the 2009 QSD Permit exam. Results will be emailed to the candidate.
- Step 6 – Access the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review. Watch each of the five modules and pass the corresponding quizzes. Passing rates will be displayed on the screen as you complete the quizzes.
- Completion of the final quiz will allow the “Submit all and finish” button to be selected to complete the 2022 Reissuance Review process. [Note: Successful completion of quizzes is required to complete the process.]
- Successful passing of all quizzes, coupled with an underlying qualifying certification and successful passing of the Permit exam, will result in the individual being issued the QSD or QSP certificate, as applicable.
- The new QSD or QSP will be visible in OWP’s Public Lookup tool with a ‘Yes’ in the column “CGP 2022 Trained.” Additionally, QSDs will be provided with a ‘Yes’ in the 2022 CGP Trained column of the SMARTS QSD Search Screen.
The following process will be available in August 2023:
- Log in to SMARTS.
- Navigate to the “Construction General Permit” tab.
- Navigate to “CBPELSG – QSD” tab.
- Access the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review.
- Watch each of the five modules.
- Certify that the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review modules were accessed and completed.
- Certify that the information is true, accurate and complete.
- Select “Submit.”
- The QSD will be provided with a ‘Yes’ in the 2022 CGP Trained column of the SMARTS QSD Search Screen.
Note: Self-certified QSDs do not need to complete the quiz portion of the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review.
Access the Reissuance Review modules in the Reissuance Module Recordings section of this page. Please note that accessing the modules on CASQA’s website does not provide a QSD or QSP with the ability to complete the required quizzes or receive applicable credit. This approach is purely for general public education.
FAQ
What is the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review?
Who developed the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review?
I am a QSD/QSP certified through CASQA. Do I need to complete the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review and pass the quizzes?
I am a self-certified QSD in SMARTS. Do I need to complete the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review and pass the quizzes?
I am working on obtaining my QSD or QSP (Candidate QSD/P). When should I complete the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review?
When should I complete the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review?
Why should I complete the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review?
My QSD/QSP does not expire for over a year, when should I complete the 2022 CGP Reissuance Modules?
Where can I access the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review?
Do the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review quizzes need to be taken at same time?
I have just enrolled in a QSD/QSP course. Will the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review be covered by the Trainer of Record?
Why does the Trainer of Record curriculum still cover the 2009 CGP Requirements?
My QSD/QSP certification does not expire until 2024, but I must start work under the 2022 CGP. Can I watch the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review and take the quizzes before my renewal?
Is the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review available to watch if I am not a QSD/QSP?
The 2022 CGP Reissuance Review consists of five QSD/QSP training videos summarizing key components of the 2022 Construction General Permit (CGP) requirements. The five modules are each comprised of a recorded PowerPoint presentations, ranging from 30 – 50 minutes each, followed by a related quiz. The topics covered in the training modules include:
- General and Administrative Changes
- Programmatic Permitting
- Post-Construction Submittals
- Notice of Termination Changes
- Revised QSP and QSD Responsibilities
- QSP Delegate Training
- Qualifying Precipitation Events
- Visual Monitoring and Sampling Requirements
- Turbidity and pH Sampling: NAL and Receiving Water Monitoring Triggers
- Dewatering Activities
- Passive Treatment Technologies
- Active Treatment Systems Attachment F
- Demolition Activities
- TMDL Compliance Requirements
- RUSLE2: NOTs and TMDLs
CASQA, in conjunction with the Construction General Permit Training Team (CGPTT), developed the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review as training materials for QSD/QSPs. The CGPTT is a collaborative group of stormwater professionals and trainers who advise CASQA and the Water Boards on the development of the statewide construction training program to meet the requirements of the Construction General Permit.
Yes. After reviewing each training module, existing QSD/QSPs are required to pass a related quiz demonstrating an understanding of the 2022 CGP requirements. When you have completed the Reissuance Review process, a “yes” will be provided in the 2022 CGP Trained column of the Office of Water Programs (OWP) QSD/QSP public look-up tool to show that you have satisfied the 2022 CGP training requirement. Additionally, in August 2023, the SMARTS QSD Search Screen will also indicate completion with a “Yes” in the 2022 CGG Trained column.
Per Order Section V.G.1.b of the 2022 CGP, self-certified QSDs must complete a self-directed training and recertification process by September 1, 2024. The State Water Board is requiring self-certified QSDs to watch the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review in SMARTS to fulfill the self-directed training requirement without the need to complete the associated quizzes. Upon conclusion, the SMARTS QSD Search Screen will indicate completion with a “Yes” in the 2022 CGG Trained column.
You may access the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review at any time through CASQA as an educational resource. However, to receive your QSD or QSP certificate, you must watch the modules and pass the quizzes in your OWP account (in addition to all other qualification requirements).
It is recommended that existing QSDs/QSPs complete the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review as soon as possible. The modules will remain available as resource materials once the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review has been completed and the quizzes successfully passed. All existing QSD/QSPs must complete the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review before renewing their certification.
The 2022 CGP Reissuance Review provides training to QSD/QSPs on the 2022 CGP requirements. Completing the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review is required to renew or obtain your QSD/QSP certification.
To encourage QSDs/QSPs to have the most current knowledge related to the 2022 CGP, it is recommended that you complete the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review as soon as possible. However, you must complete the review process in order to obtain or renew your QSD or QSP certification.
- An existing QSD/QSPs qualified through CASQA’s program may access the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review through their OWP account. If you have difficulty accessing your account, call the OWP help desk at (916) 278-6142.
- NOTE: Your certification account is on the Office of Water Programs website, not the CASQA website. The accounts are not the same.
- For self-certified QSDs through the State Water Resources Control Board, the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review is accessible in SMARTS through the “CBPELSG – QSD” tab. Starting August 2023, completing the 2022 Reissuance Review in SMARTS will provide QSDs with a ‘Yes’ in the 2022 CGP Trained column of the SMARTS QSD Search Screen.
- As a public education resource, the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review modules are also available on this page of the CASQA website in the Reissuance Module Recordings section. (Note: Accessing the modules outside your OWP Account will NOT provide credit for completing the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review. You must access the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review when logged into your OWP account.)
No. Each 2022 CGP Reissuance Review module is followed by a separate quiz that must be successfully passed before accessing the next module. It is not required that all modules be completed in one sitting. You may complete one or more modules, exit the review, and return at a later time to complete the remaining modules.
No, the current in-person/online Trainer of Record curriculum does not include the 2022 CGP Permit requirements or the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review. Candidate QSDs/QSPs will attend the 2009 CGP training and then complete the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review while logged in to their OWP account. CASQA and the CGPTT are actively working to develop an update to the Trainer of Record curriculum, anticipated to be released in late 2023.
The 2022 CGP includes a two-year transition period. Therefore, all QSDs/QSPs need to understand the requirements of the 2009 CGP and the 2022 CGP.
Yes, and you are encouraged to do so.
Yes, you may access the 2022 CGP Reissuance Review on this page of the CASQA website in the Reissuance Module Recordings section.
Reissuance Module Recordings
To access recordings of the Reissuance Modules, click the links.
Module Group 1
Modules include general and administration changes, programmatic permitting, post-construction submittals, and Notice of Termination changes.
Module Group 2
Modules include revised QSD and QSP responsibilities and QSP delegate training.
Module Group 3
Modules include qualifying precipitation events, visual and sampling requirements, and turbidity and pH sampling.
Module Group 4
Modules include dewatering activities, passive treatment technologies, active treatment sampling, and demolition activities.
Module Group 5
Modules include Total Maximum Daily Load compliance requirements and Revised Universal Soil Loss Equation v.2.
