Agenda

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Tuesday, February 24, 2026

9:00 am – 11:00 am CST


Agenda:

Presented by Margie Sobczynski and Nick Sobczynski

  • Federal – Environmental Protection Agency regulations
  • State and local regulatory requirements
  • Permitting preparation, approval and enforcement
  • Understanding and managing a SWPPP, site inspections, and reporting protocols
  • Developing a cohesive plan, considering the impact of the construction schedule
  • Exploring pre-construction site preparation
  • Evaluating appropriate structural erosion and sediment control practices
  • Considerations for common erosion and sediment control scenarios
  • Techniques and best practices for surface stabilization
  • Proactive measures to avoid rework and compliance issues

 

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Credits

Engineers
2.0 PDHs

Architects
2.0 HSW CE Hours

AIA - American Institute of Architects
2.0 HSW LUs

Landscape Architects
2.0 HSW CE Hours

LACES - Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System
2.0 HSW PDHs

Floodplain Managers
2.0 ASFPM CECs

 

Continuing Education Information

This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 2.0 PDHs for professional engineers, 2.0 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects, and 2.0 HSW continuing education hours for landscape architects in all states that allow this learning method. Please refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.

HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education sponsor for engineers in Florida (Provider License No: CEA362), Indiana (License No. CE21700059), Maryland, and New Jersey (Approval No. 24GP00049300). HalfMoon Education is deemed an approved continuing education sponsor for New York engineers, architects and landscape architects via its registration with the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System (AIA/CES) and the Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System (LA/CES). Other states do not preapprove continuing education providers or courses.

The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 2.0 HSW LUs (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES.

The Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System has approved this course for 2.0 HSW PDHs. Only full participation is reportable to the LA CES.

The Association of State Floodplain Managers has approved this course for 2.0 CECs for floodplain managers.

Attendance will be monitored, and attendance certificates will be available after the webinar for those who attend the entire course and score a minimum 80% on the quiz that follows the course (multiple attempts allowed).

*On-Demand Credits*

The preceding credit information only applies to the live presentation. This course in an on-demand format is not pre-approved by any licensing boards and may not qualify for the same credits; please consult your licensing board(s) to ensure that a structured, asynchronous learning format is appropriate. The following pre-approvals may be available for the on-demand format upon request:

2.0 HSW LUs (AIA)
2.0 HSW PDHs (LA CES)

Speakers

Margie Sobczynski

President and Owner of Erosion Control Inc. in Paola, Kansas

In 2001, Ms. Sobczynski founded Erosion Control Inc. with the goal of protecting our environment’s water resources from construction pollution. Over the past 24 years, ECI has served state and city agencies, land developers, and contractors throughout Kansas and Missouri with the development of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), pre-construction planning and permitting, installation of sediment containment devices, and SWPPP inspections. In 2012, she became a fully certified CPESC (Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control). Additionally, Mrs. Sobczynski has maintained Construction Stormwater Inspector certification with KDOT and MoDOT since their program’s inception and is a proud member of the IECA (International Erosion Control Association). She continues her education to stay proficient in the latest techniques and regulations in the field and has crafted a high level of expertise and technical knowledge in all phases of erosion and sediment management.

Nick Sobczynski

Field Operations Manager with Erosion Control Inc. in Paola, Kansas

Over the span of his career, Mr. Sobczynski has held multiple roles in the construction industry. He started as a laborer installing erosion control BMPs and transitioned to a crew foreman guiding the proper planning and best practices of erosion control. Mr. Sobczynski then spent the next 8 years as a Construction Superintendent and Project Manager in ground-up commercial construction. Today, he is currently the Field Operations Manager for ECI. As an erosion control specialist and SWPPP Inspector, Mr. Sobczynski spends most of his time in the field working directly with contractors and developers to provide expertise and guidance in best practices for erosion and sediment control. He holds Construction Stormwater certification in both Kansas and Missouri to be a Certified SWPPP Inspector on DOT projects. Additionally, Mr. Sobczynski has ESC certification in multiple municipalities in the Kansas City Metro.

AIA Info

AIA Provider Statement: 

HalfMoon Education Inc. is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number J885. All registered AIA/CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider of learning program may be sent to AIA/CES (cesupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3). 

This learning program is registered with AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. 

AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA/CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA/CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request. 

Course Title: ESC – Practical Planning and Compliance/Bridging Design and On-Site Execution

Delivery Method: Live Online 

Course Description: This two-hour course provides a framework for designing and implementing effective erosion prevention and sediment control measures, emphasizing how sound planning, regulatory compliance, and coordinated on-site execution reduce project risk. Instruction reviews how to navigate permitting, developing and managing SWPPPs, selecting appropriate control practices, and integrating construction sequencing with environmental protection goals.

Learning Objectives: 

Learning Objective 1: Learners will be able to identify federal, state, and local erosion and sediment control regulations and explain their implications for permitting, compliance, and enforcement.

Learning Objective 2: Learners will be able to develop a coordinated erosion and sediment control plan that aligns with construction schedules, site constraints, and SWPPP requirements.

Learning Objective 3: Learners will be able to evaluate appropriate structural and non-structural erosion and sediment control practices for common jobsite conditions.

Learning Objective 4: Learners will be able to implement on-site inspection, reporting, and stabilization techniques that prevent rework, reduce compliance risk, and maintain environmental protection throughout the project.

LUs: 2.0

LU Type: LU|HSWs 

Prerequisites: None

Advance Preparation: None 

Program Level: Intermediate 

Course Expiration Date:  12/17/2028

Complaint Resolution Policy: 

Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to fchapman@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation. 

Streamable MP4/PDF Price: $119.00

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