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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This workshop will focus on the treatment of wastewater for the conversion and/or removal of nitrogen. Nitrification / Denitrification and other methods of removal will be discussed. The workshop will include calculations of Oxygen requirements, Alkalinity, and Anoxic zones among other parameters.

NPDES Reporting
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This one day workshop will cover the common aspects of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit, including the basis for effluent limitations and monitoring requirements. Instruction will include sampling techniques, and completion of Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) forms. Attendees are encouraged to bring a calculator and a copy of their facility's permit.

Lagoon Systems
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Wastewater Math
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MWPCOA Short Course
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MSRWA Workshop
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This three day workshop is co-sponsored by MDEQ and MSRWA. A variety of operation and maintenance topics are covered each year. Instructors include MSRWA staff, MDEQ staff as well as vendor representatives and engineers. A registration fee is required by MSRWA. For registration information contact MSRWA at 601-544-2735.

Laboratory Procedures
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This two day workshop is presented by the laboratory personnel at MDEQ. Instruction is provided in proper analytical procedures for common NPDES permit parameters including: BOD, TSS, Fecal Coliform, Chlorine Residual, pH, and Ammonia Nitrogen. Hands on instruction is included. This workshop has a limitation of 20-25 persons. We request that only persons working in a laboratory and conducting analysis attend this workshop.

Wastewater Disinfection
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Introduction to Laboratory Procedures
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This one day workshop is presented by the environmental trainers and laboratory personnel at MDEQ. Instruction is provided in proper analytical procedures for common field and operational parameters including: Chlorine Residual, pH, and Dissolved Oxygen. Hands on instruction is included. Effluent monitoring analysis will be briefly discussed to introduce the operator to these laboratory procedures.

Collection System Management
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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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Incident Command System (ICS)
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This one day workshop is presented through a grant from EPA for small municipal system security. Many incidents, whether major or minor, disasters and major emergencies require response from a number of different agencies. Regardless of size or the agencies involved in an incident, all require good management to ensure an effective response and efficient, safe use of resources. Common terminology is essential in any emergency management system, especially when diverse agencies are involved. When agencies have slightly different meanings for terms, it can lead to confusion and inefficiency. ICS takes accepted business practices and applies them to emergency response.

Federal laws require use of ICS for persons responding to hazardous materials incidents.

This workshop will introduce Public Works Employees to ICS structure, terminology and implementation.