Wastewater Workshop Summaries
Safety in Wastewater Systems
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This one day workshop includes instruction on a wide variety of wastewater related safety issues. topics to be covered include Water-borne Diseases, Confined Spaces, Trenching, Chlorine Handling, Laboratory and General safety concerns.
Wastewater Facilities Management
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Biological Treatment
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Activated Sludge Treatment
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Exam Preparation
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This three day workshop will review the MS Wastewater Facilities Operations / Training Manual in preparation for the wastewater certification exam. The workshop includes three classes ( I, II, III/IV ) of instruction with emphasis on biological treatment and math. The classes are designed for those operators that have attended a Short Course or are otherwise familiar with the material. Students should review the Training Manual prior to attending to obtain the most benefit from the class. Attendees are requested to bring a calculator, a MS Wastewater Facilities Operations / Training Manual and a notebook to class. The class is followed the next day by an exam in all four classes.
Advanced Treatment
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NPDES Reporting
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Lagoon Systems
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This one day workshop covers design, operation and maintenance of all types of lagoon systems. Included are: Facultative (Conventional), Aerated and Anaerobic lagoons. We will also discuss wetlands, overland flow, irrigation and sand filters as methods of upgrading lagoon systems.
Wastewater Math
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This two day workshop provides instruction in general mathematics and the specific equations used in all four wastewater classifications such as: Area, Volume, Population Equivalents, Detention Time, Pounds, Percent Removal, Sludge Age and more. The session is divided into two groups with Class I and II in one group and Class III and IV in a second group. The two days are not only a good refresher for certified operators but very beneficial to those preparing to take an exam. Be sure to bring pencils and a calculator!!
MWPCOA Short Course
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MSRWA Workshop
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Laboratory Procedures
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Wastewater Disinfection
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Introduction to Laboratory Procedures
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Collection System Management
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This one day workshop will focus on the operation and maintenance procedures of various aspects of a typical municipal collection system. Included in the discussion will be topics such as gravity sewers, pump stations, inflow and infiltration, sanitary sewer overflows (SSO) and emergency operations.
Biosolids Management
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In this one day workshop we will discuss the most common aspects of biological stabilization, dewatering and disposal of wastewater biosolids. The 40 CFR 503 regulations will be emphasized as they apply to land application and surface disposal, including monitoring, sampling and calculation procedures.
Wastewater Systems Security
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This one day workshop is presented through a grant from EPA for small municipal system security. The workshop will focus on performing hazard and vulnerability assessments on small wastewater systems using the VSAT and NETC assessment tools. Natural and manmade emergencies/disasters will be discussed. As a follow-up, the training staff will offer on-site assistance in completing vulnerability assessments at selected small municipal facilities.
Incident Command System (ICS)
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