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Certified Erosion Prevention & Sediment Control Inspector Program
aerial view of large construction site with work trucks and exposed soil

Certified Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector (CEPSCI) Program

While erosion is a natural process, it can be dramatically accelerated by activities such as farming, timber harvesting and construction. Each year thousands of acres of land in South Carolina are exposed during the course of construction and land development.  Everyone who lives in or visits South Carolina wants to enjoy clean and healthy waterways. Without properly installed protective practices during construction, the land is left vulnerable to erosion and sediment runoff.

The purpose of the  Certified Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector (CEPSCI) Program is to educate field personnel on the proper installation, maintenance and inspection of erosion prevention and sediment control measures at construction sites. Preventing sediment-laden runoff not only protects our rivers, creeks and streams, but is also a trademark of a quality construction project.

Upcoming Events

Initial Certification :
March 27, 2024 (Online)
Exam – March 28, 2024 (Online)

April 24, 2024 (Columbia)
Exam – April 25, 2024 (Columbia)

Recertification (Online):
Section 1: May 1-15, 2024
Section 2: May 16-31, 2024
Section 3: June 1-14, 2024
Section 4: June 15-30, 2024

Retest :
March 28, 2024 (Online)
April 25, 2024 (Columbia)

SCDOT Certification :
May 21-22, 2024 (Columbia)
September 26-27, 2024 (Columbia)

SCDOT Recertification :
April 17, 2024 (Columbia)
June 18, 2024 (Columbia)

SCDOT Retest :
April 25, 2024 (Columbia)
June 20, 2024 (Columbia)

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