This computer-based course is designed to meet the training requirements for inspectors under EPA Order 3500.1. The course parallels the 2003 NPDES Compliance Inspection Manual and includes basic topics such as an overview of the NPDES program, types of NPDES inspection procedures, sampling and flow measurement, and recordkeeping and reporting. Advanced modules include inspections for storm water, sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs), combined sewer overflows (CSOs), prtreatment compliance, and biosolids, as well as toxicity, pollution prevention, and wetlands. A summary of material and a challenge test is provided at the end of each chapter. The course takes approximately 10 hours to complete. EPA personnel may use the course in a classroom setting or by individuals, and may be used by new staff or as a refresher course. A Trainers Manual is available for individuals completing a Train-The-Trainer course.

Minimum Computer Requirements: Pentium 2/G3 Processor, 64 MB RAM, Adobe Acrobat, Internet Explorer 5/Netscape 7