This module presents the wide aspects and varying operation of water storage systems and distribution piping. The distribution and storage systems are the unrecognized backbone of any water system. However, due to its inconspicuous nature, problems are seldom realized and maintenance is seemingly nonexistent. The fact is that most bacteriological contamination takes place in the distribution system. This alone should be enough to warrant prudent maintenance of piping and valves, and storage tanks in the system. Through purposeful flushing procedures and adequate planning, system downtime can be minimized and water quality can be improved. Participants will learn: Common components and types of water distribution system piping and storage Maintenance guidelines and programs that reduce long-term expenditures Possible pathways of and how to reduce contamination Inspection and record-keeping procedures that improve water quality   This workshop will give participants the information and resources they need to understand proper operation and maintenance of their storage and distribution systems. 2 CA (Drinking Water) Contact hours awarded. Certificates for Contact hours are available through your profile. Times listed are Pacific Time. Priority attendance will be given to those from smaller water systems. Contact hours have been approved for the registered environmental health specialist program […]

This course Level 1 Assessment Performance and Reporting Workshop is now offered as an online two-part series, and is recommended to take both parts on the same day.  Part 1 will take place from 10:00am to 12:00pm and Part 2 will take place from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.  Please follow the link below to register.  Please click here if you would like to register for part 2. Sampling for total coliforms and E. coli in the water system is one of the most important things an operator can do. The Revised Total Coliform Rule (RTCR), effective at the Federal level in April 2016, requires compliance by every public water system even though California has not formally adopted a state specific RTCR. The revisions to the former Total Coliform Rule primarily address how operators and managers respond to total coliform positive samples and require steps to analyze the integrity of the system as a result of positive samples. Performing your own Level 1 assessment can save your system time and money. This workshop will focus on triggers for Level 1 and Level 2 assessments, who is qualified to perform each, and how to conduct a Level 1 Assessment with examples and exercises. Participants will learn: Repeat sampling requirements Follow-up for a […]

This course Level 1 Assessment Performance and Reporting Workshop is now offered as an online two-part series, and is recommended to take both parts on the same day.  Part 1 will take place from 10:00am to 12:00pm and Part 2 will take place from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.  Please follow the link below to register.  Please click here if you would like to register for part 1. Sampling for total coliforms and E. coli in the water system is one of the most important things an operator can do. The Revised Total Coliform Rule (RTCR), effective at the Federal level in April 2016, requires compliance by every public water system even though California has not formally adopted a state specific RTCR. The revisions to the former Total Coliform Rule primarily address how operators and managers respond to total coliform positive samples and require steps to analyze the integrity of the system as a result of positive samples. Performing your own Level 1 assessment can save your system time and money. This workshop will focus on triggers for Level 1 and Level 2 assessments, who is qualified to perform each, and how to conduct a Level 1 Assessment with examples and exercises. Participants will learn: Repeat sampling requirements Follow-up for a […]

This module presents the wide aspects and varying operation of water storage systems and distribution piping. The distribution and storage systems are the unrecognized backbone of any water system. However, due to its inconspicuous nature, problems are seldom realized and maintenance is seemingly nonexistent. The fact is that most bacteriological contamination takes place in the distribution system. This alone should be enough to warrant prudent maintenance of piping and valves, and storage tanks in the system. Through purposeful flushing procedures and adequate planning, system downtime can be minimized and water quality can be improved. Participants will learn: Common components and types of water distribution system piping and storage Maintenance guidelines and programs that reduce long-term expenditures Possible pathways of and how to reduce contamination Inspection and record-keeping procedures that improve water quality   This workshop will give participants the information and resources they need to understand proper operation and maintenance of their storage and distribution systems. 2 CA (Drinking Water) Contact hours awarded. Certificates for Contact hours are available through your profile. Times listed are Pacific Time. Priority attendance will be given to those from smaller water systems. Contact hours have been approved for the registered environmental health specialist program […]