Inspections and Monitoring – Construction SWPPP
Stay compliant with California’s CGP through certified QSP inspections, reporting, and stormwater training.
Proactive Monitoring to Meet Every Requirement
Construction sites in California must conduct ongoing stormwater inspections and monitoring as part of their Construction SWPPP compliance under the Construction General Permit (CGP).
At SoCal Stormwater Solutions, our team of QSP- and QSD-certified professionals handles every aspect of inspection, sampling, reporting, and training—ensuring your site stays compliant from groundbreaking to final stabilization.
Whether your project is in Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernandino, Palmdale, San Diego, San Francisco , or anywhere across California, we’ve got the compliance side covered so you can focus on building.
Our Construction Inspection & Monitoring Services
Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) – Weekly, Monthly & QRE Inspections
QSPs are required to inspect your site and document stormwater controls throughout construction. We perform scheduled inspections that include:- Weekly visual inspections and reporting
- Qualified Rain Event (QRE) inspections
- BMP effectiveness checks and corrective action tracking All inspection findings are documented and stored in the cloud for client’s access.
QSD Inspection & Reporting – 2022 CGP Update
A Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD) must perform routine inspections per the updated 2022 CGP. We conduct the additional required QSD inspections including:- Conduct an inspection within 30 days of starting construction activities.
- Inspect within 30 days of appointing a new QSD.
- Perform two inspections annually:
- Once between August and October
- Once between January and March
- Inspect within 14 calendar days of any Numeric Action Level (NAL) exceedance.
- Conduct inspections upon written request from Water Board staff.
Stormwater Sampling & Exceedance Reporting
Sampling is required for Risk Level 2 & 3 sites and during qualifying storm events.
We provide:
- Stormwater grab sampling during QSEs (Qualifying Storm Events)
- Lab coordination and result interpretation
- Preparation and submission of Numeric Action Level (NAL) or Numeric Effluent Limit (NEL) exceedance reports
All reports meet California CGP and SMARTS formatting standards.
Fundamental QSP Delegate Stormwater Training
Delegates performing inspections on your site must complete approved stormwater training.
We offer:
- Fundamental QSP delegate training for crew leads or site managers
- Overview of the CGP, BMP types, inspection protocol, and SMARTS basics
- Certification of participation and field readiness support
Site-Specific QSP Delegate Stormwater Training
Training tailored to your project’s unique compliance needs. We design and lead customized training sessions based on your SWPPP, site layout, BMPs, and inspection schedule. Ideal for new teams or complex sites that require a more targeted training solution.Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) Final Inspection & Reporting
A final inspection and report are required before submitting your Notice of Termination (NOT). We perform the final site walkthrough, ensuring:- All BMPs are removed or stabilized
- Site conditions meet CGP termination criteria
- Final inspection report is completed and archived for NOT submission
Stay On Track With Every Inspection
From the first QSP walkthrough to your NOT submission, our inspection and monitoring services help you stay compliant—and stress-free.
Why Choose SoCal Stormwater?
- Certified QSP and QSD inspectors on staff
- Decades of combined experience with California CGP compliance
- Detailed reporting with every inspection
- On-site and virtual training options
- Trusted across public, private, and multi-phase projects
Serving Construction Sites Throughout California
We offer stormwater inspections, sampling, and training in:
Los Angeles, Long Beach, Orange, Irvine, San Diego, Fresno, Sacramento, San Jose, San Francisco, and more.
