Overview

This guide is intended to tell you the basics of completing Stormwater Awareness Training (SWAT) and to provide links to additional information.

General Info

Why do we need Stormwater Awareness Training?

The University operates its own stormwater systems under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) Phase II Program. Specific permit parameters are contained within UWF’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit with the State of Florida and Environmental Protection Agency. This permit helps regulate the stormwater runoff that is discharged into local water bodies. UWF is responsible for informing and educating the employees on stormwater, stormwater runoff, and illicit discharges. Specific requirements of the MS4 involve stormwater education and outreach training for all employees. 

Who needs training? How often?

All UWF employees should take the Stormwater Awareness Training at least once.

UWF staff in the following Departments are required to take the Stormwater Awareness Training on an annual basis:

  • Building Services
  • Environmental Health and Safety
  • Facilities and Maintenance
  • Grounds
  • Utilities

How can I report an illicit discharge?

To report an illicit discharge on the main UWF campus, fill out the following UWF Illicit Discharge Reporting Form.

Responsibilities

  • review materials and acknowledge completion of presentation to successfully complete training
  • uphold responsibility to report illicit discharges in accordance with training
  • consult materials as needed in their job functions

  • retake annually if employee is part of Building Services, Environmental Health and Safety, Facilities and Maintenance, Grounds, or Utilities department



See below for important stormwater procedures:

External References

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How do I obtain this Certification?

The training is offered in an online-only format through Qualtrics at the following link: (link pending)

  • Click the link above
  • Read through the content and review the procedure(s)
  • Sign and acknowledge completion

The training can be reviewed at any point after completing it.