Construction General Permit (CGP) Supplement Training
Welcome to the Tennessee Construction General Permit State Supplement Training
New Requirement
The 2026 Tennessee Construction General Permit (CGP) introduces a new Tennessee CGP State Supplement Training requirement for certified inspectors who perform construction stormwater inspection and erosion prevention and sediment control (EPSC) activities. The supplement provides training on Tennessee-specific permit requirements and regulatory expectations that are not covered by national inspection training programs.
Successful completion of this training and test results in a Tennessee CGP State Supplement Training completion certificate. The certificate remains valid through the life of the current permit.
Who Should Complete This Training?
This training is intended for individuals who must meet the Tennessee CGP State Supplement Training requirement under the 2026 Construction General Permit. Beginning October 1, 2027, the supplement is required in addition to certain existing inspector or design qualifications identified in the permit. These include individuals qualifying through:
- EPA Construction Inspection Training or another EPA-reviewed inspector training program
- TNEPSC Level I Construction Stormwater Inspection Training
- TNEPSC Level II Design Principles for Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control
- Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC)
The TNCGP Supplement is available for inspectors certified in fundamentals of Erosion and Sediment Control. Such certification is available from a variety of providers including the EPA, University of Tennessee, and other states and commercial training programs listed on the EPA Construction General Permit Inspector Training website.
How the Training Works
The Certified Inspector shall complete the following steps to earn the Tennessee CGP State Supplement Training certificate:
Step 1: Read the TN Construction General Permit
Familiarize yourself with the Tennessee-specific permit requirements before beginning the training.
Step 2: Watch the Training Video
The training provides an overview of Tennessee-specific permit requirements, inspection expectations, and regulatory updates.
Step 3: Complete the TN CGP Supplement Test
After reviewing the training materials, complete the online test. A passing score is required to receive credit.
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Step 4: Receive Your Certificate
Upon successful completion, you will receive a Tennessee CGP State Supplement Training completion certificate by email.
Please retain your certificate for your records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the same as EPA Construction Inspection Training?
No. This is a Tennessee-specific supplement that complements existing construction stormwater inspector training by covering Tennessee permit requirements and regulatory context.
How long does the training take?
Approximately 50 minutes to complete, followed by the online test.
Does the certificate expire?
Yes. The Tennessee CGP State Supplement Training completion certificate expires when the current Construction General Permit expires.
Contact Information
For questions or comments regarding the CGP permit or CGP Supplement Training, please contact us!
Additional Resources
| Permit / Form Description | Form Link |
|---|---|
| 2026 CGP & Associated Documents | Dataviewer |
| CGP Primary Operator Notice of Intent (NOI) or Application | NOI (Primary Operator) |
| CGP Primary Operator Request for Termination (RFT) | RFT (Primary Operator) |
| CGP Secondary Operator Notice of Intent (NOI) | NOI (Secondary Operator) |
| CGP Secondary Operator Request for Termination (RFT) | RFT (Secondary Operator) |
| Minor Acreage Addition to Existing CGP Coverage | Minor Acreage Addition |
| NOI for Primary Operators seeking coverage under an actively covered larger common plan of development or sale | NOI (Primary Operators -under existing Active coverage) |
| Authorizations and Contact Update Form for NPDES and SOP Permits | Contact Update Form |