Erosion & Sediment Control

ESC planning, inspection and compliance for construction projects near waterways and sensitive receptors.

Who It's For

  • Property developers and builders managing construction phase water quality obligations
  • Civil contractors working near waterways, wetlands or sensitive receiving environments
  • Project managers requiring ESC plans for development approvals or construction permits
  • Principal contractors needing ESC compliance monitoring and inspection
  • Councils reviewing ESC adequacy for planning or environmental health compliance

When to Use It

  • You are undertaking earthworks or construction near waterways or environmentally sensitive areas
  • You need ESC plan for development approval, construction permit or environmental authority
  • You require regular inspection and reporting to demonstrate ESC compliance
  • You have received notices or concerns from council or environmental regulators about sediment discharge

What We Do

ESC Planning

  • Site-specific ESC plans aligned with IECA Best Practice Erosion and Sediment Control
  • Control measure design and sequencing for staged construction
  • Inspection and maintenance schedules tailored to site conditions
  • Preparation of plans for approval submissions or tender documentation

ESC Inspection & Compliance

  • Regular site inspections assessing ESC effectiveness and maintenance needs
  • Photo-documented inspection reports with corrective action recommendations
  • Post-rainfall inspections and emergency response for control failures
  • Water quality monitoring at discharge points and receiving waters

ESC Implementation Support

  • On-site training for construction teams on ESC requirements
  • Review of contractor ESC installations before staged approvals
  • Technical support during construction for challenging conditions

What You Receive

  • ESC plans compliant with Queensland ESC guidelines and IECA best practice
  • Clear drawings showing control locations, specifications and sequencing
  • Regular inspection reports with findings, photos and corrective actions
  • Water quality data and compliance assessment against discharge limits
  • Documentation suitable for regulatory submission or compliance demonstration

Timing & Commercial

ESC Planning: Fixed-fee based on site size and complexity. Typically 5-10 business days for standard sites.

ESC Inspection: Per-inspection fees or monthly inspection programs for construction duration.

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