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This course Consumer Confidence Reporting Compliance is offered two times on the same day, attendees ONLY need to register once to take this course. Informing your customers annually about the sources and quality of your water became a state and federal mandate with the 1996 SDWA amendments. California regulations were updated in 2012 to allow for electronic delivery of Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The exact format and language required for a CCR can be confusing to those creating the report, and to customers trying to understand it. This workshop will guide you through the process of producing a proper CCR for your water system for calendar year 2020. You will learn how to access the resources available on the DDW website, the information that must be included, and the various delivery options. Participants will learn: Where to find and download California specific CCR template and guides The required language Important dates/deadlines The methods of distribution Public relations information

Seeking funding for your infrastructure project? Attend a free online event and connect with federal, state and local agencies to discuss the financial and technical resources available. Agenda: Presentations | 9:00AM-12:30PM | Register below for access to the entire CFCC Funding Fair Virtual Exhibit Hall | 12:30PM-3:00PM | Click here to sign-up early and meet with agencies of your choice Click here for flyer.

Surface water or groundwater can serve as drinking water sources and each has their own treatment requirements for public drinking water supplies. Protecting source water from contamination can reduce treatment costs, saving both time and money. Protecting source water also reduces risks to public health from exposures to contaminated water. Source water assessments provide water utilities, community and others with information needed to protect drinking water sources. Learning how to conduct a source water assessment and implement management measures can prevent, reduce or eliminate risks to your drinking water supply. Participants will learn: Delineation of source water protection area Inventory of known and potential contamination sources Determine susceptibility of your PWS to contaminant sources Public education about threats identified Management measures for prevention, reduction or elimination of risks Contingency planning for contamination events The recommended audience includes local government (boards), management and operators.  

Surface water or groundwater can serve as drinking water sources and each has their own treatment requirements for public drinking water supplies. Protecting source water from contamination can reduce treatment costs, saving both time and money. Protecting source water also reduces risks to public health from exposures to contaminated water. Source water assessments provide water utilities, community and others with information needed to protect drinking water sources. Learning how to conduct a source water assessment and implement management measures can prevent, reduce or eliminate risks to your drinking water supply. Participants will learn: Delineation of source water protection area Inventory of known and potential contamination sources Determine susceptibility of your PWS to contaminant sources Public education about threats identified Management measures for prevention, reduction or elimination of risks Contingency planning for contamination events The recommended audience includes local government (boards), management and operators.  

Cyanobacteria, formerly referred to as blue-green algae, are found naturally in lakes, rivers, ponds and other surface waters. When certain conditions exist, such as in warm water containing an abundance of nutrients, they can rapidly form harmful algal blooms (HABs). Some HABs are capable of producing toxins, called cyanotoxins, which can pose health risks to humans and animals through drinking water and recreational water exposure. Additionally, HABs can create taste and odor problems in drinking water, which do not have adverse human health impacts but can create an earthy and musty taste and smell. The purpose of this learning event is to provide operators of small water systems with a basic knowledge of the causes, health effects and treatment of cyanobacteria and their associated endotoxins in drinking water. Contaminants related to algal blooms are a relatively new area of concern for water systems using surface supplies. There is some evidence that climate change may be increasing this threat. Participants will learn: Basic information about cyanobacteria and the toxins associated with these organisms Information about Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) providing an understanding of the characteristics and conditions of that result in HABs; including California's HAB Incident Reporting Map An overview of […]

A public water system manager and operator have a lot of irons in the fire. They answer to their customers, local government (board of directors), state and county primacy agencies, other state/county/federal agencies and various businesses/industry. Where does one begin? It all begins with operations, and the managers/operators need to ensure that safe water is consistently delivered to the customers, this water is under sufficient pressure, all required water testing is performed promptly and with proper testing techniques and that all records are documented accurately and as required. This workshop will utilize the trainer’s experiences, as well as the experience of participants in the workshop, to explore these topics and others as encountered by the experienced managers/operators that will be attending this training. Participants will learn: About doing "the rounds" Record keeping and reporting Daily/weekly/monthly tasks The responsibility to the public About dealing with the board or other local government

This course Hydrant Installation is offered two times on the same day, attendees ONLY need to register once to take this course. A crucial part of any Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is to follow through and complete tasks planned. One of these tasks is the replacement and/or installation of new fire hydrants. This workshop will outline the steps necessary to install wet barrel and dry barrel fire hydrants. This includes the initial planning, the financial planning, the installation itself and steps that may need to be taken upon completion of the installation. Participants will learn: The CIP overview Planning for fire hydrant installation Fire hydrant installation Recommended steps to follow upon completion of new hydrant installation

This course Hydrant Installation is offered two times on the same day, attendees ONLY need to register once to take this course. A crucial part of any Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is to follow through and complete tasks planned. One of these tasks is the replacement and/or installation of new fire hydrants. This workshop will outline the steps necessary to install wet barrel and dry barrel fire hydrants. This includes the initial planning, the financial planning, the installation itself and steps that may need to be taken upon completion of the installation. Participants will learn: The CIP overview Planning for fire hydrant installation Fire hydrant installation Recommended steps to follow upon completion of new hydrant installation

The SAFER Summer Series is part of the California State Water Resources Control Board’s Safe and Affordable Funding for Equity and Resilience (SAFER) program. The SAFER program is designed to ensure that Californians who lack safe and affordable drinking water receive it as quickly as possible. Interpretation services are available for the SAFER Summer Series! If you need interpretation services, please email SAFER@waterboards.ca.gov or call 916.445.5615 at least 10 business days before the event. All events are open to the public and registration is not required.