Erosion and Sediment Control
CERTIFICATION PAPER 2026 FULL
SOLUTION GRADED A+
● Sediment controls (the second line of defense). Answer: 6. Protect
storm drain inlets
7. Establish perimeter controls
8. Retain sediment on-site & control dewatering practices
9. Establish stabilized construction exits
10. Inspect and maintain controls
● ESP principle 1: Minimize disturbed area and protect natural features
and soil. Answer: 1. Limit disturbed areas to only those necessary for the
construction of your project
2. Natural vegetation is your best and cheapest erosion control BMP
3. Consider natural drainage features
4. Protect and preserve topsoil
● ESC principal 2: Phase construction activity. Answer: 1. Use phasing
to minimize the duration of exposed soil
2. Limit the area of disturbance to current construction activities
3. Get to final grade, then seed/mulch
4. Analyze the site
CERTIFICATION PAPER 2026 FULL
SOLUTION GRADED A+
● Sediment controls (the second line of defense). Answer: 6. Protect
storm drain inlets
7. Establish perimeter controls
8. Retain sediment on-site & control dewatering practices
9. Establish stabilized construction exits
10. Inspect and maintain controls
● ESP principle 1: Minimize disturbed area and protect natural features
and soil. Answer: 1. Limit disturbed areas to only those necessary for the
construction of your project
2. Natural vegetation is your best and cheapest erosion control BMP
3. Consider natural drainage features
4. Protect and preserve topsoil
● ESC principal 2: Phase construction activity. Answer: 1. Use phasing
to minimize the duration of exposed soil
2. Limit the area of disturbance to current construction activities
3. Get to final grade, then seed/mulch
4. Analyze the site
