What Is the Idaho Qualified Person (IQP) Course? The Training You Need for Stormwater Compliance

If you're involved in construction in Idaho, chances are you’ve heard about the Idaho Construction General Permit (CGP). This essential permit is required for any construction activity that disturbs more than one acre of land and results in the discharge of stormwater. But did you know that in order to stay compliant with the CGP, you need someone on-site who qualifies as a “Qualified Person”?

That’s where the Idaho Qualified Person (IQP) Course comes in.

Why the IQP Course Matters

Under the CGP, contractors must create and implement a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). This plan includes erosion and sediment control strategies that protect Idaho’s waterways during construction activity. But developing a SWPPP isn’t enough, it must also be routinely inspected and maintained by someone who meets the CGP’s requirements for a Qualified Person.

The IQP Course is designed specifically to help you meet those requirements. Developed with Idaho’s environmental conditions and regulatory standards in mind, this course is the only Idaho-specific SWPPP inspector training available.

Convenient, On-Demand Training

The Idaho Qualified Person Course is offered 100% online, making it fully on-demand and self-paced. Whether you’re a busy contractor, project manager, or inspector, this flexible format allows you to complete the course on your schedule, at your own pace, from anywhere.

What You'll Learn in the IQP Course

The Idaho Qualified Person Course offers comprehensive training to help you understand and comply with the CGP. Topics include:

  • How to properly conduct stormwater inspections and complete all required reports and documentation
  • Best practices for erosion and sediment control, tailored to Idaho’s unique landscapes
  • Proper installation and maintenance of stormwater pollution prevention measures on construction sites

Who Should Take This Course?

Whether you’re a site superintendent, project manager, subcontractor, or inspector, this course is ideal for anyone responsible for CGP compliance and SWPPP implementation on Idaho construction projects.

It’s also a great resource if you’re new to stormwater requirements or looking to stay current with evolving regulations.

Get Certified and Stay Compliant

The IQP Course ensures that your team is not only meeting permit requirements but also protecting the environment and avoiding costly violations. This training gives you the confidence and skills to inspect your site effectively and keep your project running smoothly.


Ready to become a Qualified Person in Idaho?

Sign up for the IQP Course today and take the first step toward better compliance and cleaner waterways.