Workshop participants will learn how to assess revenue requirements, identify the community’s financial priorities, and build rates that fit your situation and objectives.
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Workshop participants will learn how to assess revenue requirements, identify the community’s financial priorities, and build rates that fit your situation and objectives.
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Presentation 1: Drinking Water Microbiology 102 Bacteriology. The understanding of microorganisms has led to the many advancements in water treatment and the birth of the federal drinking water program. This presentation will explain how microbiologist use certain laboratory techniques to enumerate and study bacteria in drinking water. The presentation will delve into how the water matrix, sample collection and laboratory processing can impact the bacterial counts and recovery. (Presentation by Laura Boczek, EPA's Office of Research and Development) Presentation 2: Microbes 102: Evaluation and Approval of Methods Used to Analyze Drinking Water. This presentation is a follow up to the 2020 presentation “Microbes 101." The presentation provides an overview of the method review and approval processes of the federal drinking water regulatory program. It will describe how to locate the methods approved under each National Primary Drinking Water Regulation, how to obtain a copy of an approved method, and the different types of methods EPA approves. (Presentation byJennifer Best, EPA's Office of Water) |
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As part of RCAC’s Native American Watermasters Association (NAWMA) training series, this training will focus on project development for Tribal systems. The first day of the training will focus on asset management and using Google Earth to help map system assets.
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With business reopening, it can be difficult to find good employees. Learn more about some of the reasons why, and what you can do to select job candidates who help your business thrive. IntegrityFirst offers a behavioral integrity test used to help identify and prevent high-risk job applicants from being considered in the hiring process. It is a brief 8-10 minute survey applicants complete prior to an interview to help hiring managers avoid wasting time on candidates who may be engaged in high risk behaviors including drug and alcohol abuse, theft, hostility and lying. For over 40 years IntegrityFirst has successfully helped employers identify candidates most likely to become problem employees before they are hired. This session covers: How to access and use the screening survey tool How it has helped companies find and hire the best candidates How hiring the right employee saves time and money
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Attending this training will provide the students with several basic wastewater technologies and other advanced technologies used to control conventional activated sludge (CAS) and smaller activated sludge package treatments plants. Technologies that will be reviewed will include F/M MCRT other process control technologies including wastewater mathematics.
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Providing safe and affordable drinking water to customers is the primary objective of any drinking water system. Routine monitoring for bacterial contamination is one of the most effective indicators of a potentially hazardous condition in your system. Although waterborne disease outbreaks are relatively uncommon in the United States, the threat can be deadly. Missed routine and repeat samples are costly in many ways including time, lab fees, penalties, and consumer confidence, not to mention the health risk to the public. Join us to learn or review the bacteriological standards required by both California State Total Coliform Rule (TCR) and Federal Revised Total Coliform Rule (RTCR). This workshop will address public water system standards for ensuring bacteriological quality through monitoring and reporting. Participants will learn: The importance of total coliform as an indicator of water quality Compliance with California state and federal bacteriological quality monitoring and reporting regulations Public Notification requirements Triggers and follow-up for Level 1 and Level 2 assessments
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Forceful exertions are performed when employees need a lot of physical effort during manual tasks, such as lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, moving, manipulating, holding, pounding, or restraining an item. These forces can make muscles and tendons vulnerable to strain and injury. This session covers: How excessive force is an ergonomic risk factor Common injuries caused by excessive force How to implement safety measures to prevent excessive force injuries
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There are many responsibilities attached to serving on a water authority board. Many board members are unaware of the scope and breadth of these responsibilities, which range from fiscal responsibility to environmental compliance, ethics, avoiding conflicts of interest, and familiarity with state and federal laws. This workshop will give participants the information and resources they need to understand a board's legal responsibilities and become proactive and informed board members. Participants will learn: Why a public drinking water supply system must operate as a viable business The concept of capacity development Technical, Managerial and Financial (TMF) elements and how each of the TMF elements are interrelated The key legal responsibilities of governing bodies in the oversight of a water utility Board practices that can help water boards stay informed and respond proactively
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Workshop participants will learn how to assess revenue requirements, identify the community’s financial priorities, and build rates that fit your situation and objectives.
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This learning event will provide water system operators the tools to develop and implement cross connection control plans. Participants will learn: Skills and resources necessary to protect connections between the water system from any source of pollution or contamination due to backsiphonage or back pressure to ensure that water quality standards and public health are maintained A step-by-step walk through of the components of a Cross Connection Control Program including authorities, policies and ordinances Accepting cross connection control assemblies Conducting surveys for cross connections in the system Installing backflow prevention Training personnel to improve knowledge about Cross Connection Program implementation, enforcement and recordkeeping
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This training will be hosted online on GoToTraining.
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Safeguarding machine parts and functions is essential to protect workers from preventable injuries. Guards act as a first line of defense in preventing amputations and other crippling injuries. This webinar provides an overview of common machine hazards and safeguarding principals. This session covers: General machine safeguarding requirements Key hazards associated with machinery parts, motions and actions Safeguarding methods Required machine safeguarding employee training and safety program elements
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Unsafe ladder use is one of the top 10 most frequently cited OSHA workplace safety violations. It is also one of the leading causes of employee injuries and fatalities during orchard harvesting and other agriculture operations. Hazards from uneven terrain, unstable surfaces and fast-paced work often lead to severe employee injury if not considered and addressed. In this course, you will learn best practices to manage all aspects of safe ladder use in agriculture settings. This session covers: Fundamental ladder safety principles Agriculture ladder types and selection considerations Ladder inspection, maintenance and safe use practices
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Public water systems are required to provide safe drinking water. Methods for providing safe drinking water vary from system to system, but there are a handful of methods that apply to all systems. This workshop designed for operators and managers will cover the methods used by most water systems to ensure acceptable water quality. Participants will learn: The techniques and importance of coliform sampling The importance and methods for unidirectional flushing Disinfection basics Water storage tank cleaning and maintenance Cross connection prevention
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Public water systems are required to provide safe drinking water. Methods for providing safe drinking water vary from system to system, but there are a handful of methods that apply to all systems. This workshop designed for operators and managers will cover the methods used by most water systems to ensure acceptable water quality. Participants will learn: The techniques and importance of coliform sampling The importance and methods for unidirectional flushing Disinfection basics Water storage tank cleaning and maintenance Cross connection prevention
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This learning event will provide water system operators the tools to develop and implement cross connection control plans. Participants will learn: Skills and resources necessary to protect connections between the water system from any source of pollution or contamination due to back siphonage or back pressure to ensure that water quality standards and public health are maintained A step-by-step walk through of the components of a Cross Connection Control Program including authorities, policies and ordinances Accepting cross connection control assemblies Conducting surveys for cross connections in the system Installing backflow prevention Training personnel to improve knowledge about Cross Connection Program implementation, enforcement and recordkeeping
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Unsafe ladder use is one of the top 10 most frequently cited OSHA workplace safety violations. It is also one of the leading causes of employee injuries and fatalities during orchard harvesting and other agriculture operations. Hazards from uneven terrain, unstable surfaces and fast-paced work often lead to severe employee injury if not considered and addressed. In this course, you will learn best practices to manage all aspects of safe ladder use in agriculture settings. This session covers: Fundamental ladder safety principles Agriculture ladder types and selection considerations Ladder inspection, maintenance and safe use practices
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Two primary tools for a small water system to become and remain viable are developing and maintaining comprehensive budgets and capital improvement plans (CIPs). This workshop will show board members, managers and operators how to develop a budget, including necessary capital improvement needs, methods to balance the budget, and how to review a budget comparison report on a regular basis. It will also show you how to develop a realistic CIP and achieve the goals of the plan through your budget. Participants will learn: How to prepare a budget How to identify revenue and expenses How to develop a CIP How to review the budget comparison report on a regular basis What types of corrective action can be implemented when you have unexpected expenses or falling revenues
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Fatigue is quite common among agriculture workers. In addition to affecting productivity, fatigue reduces mental and physical alertness, impairs judgment, slows reaction time, and can increase employee’s risk-taking behavior. Operating or working near farm machinery and equipment is particularly dangerous for fatigued employees. This course explains human fatigue, its health effects, and ways to manage employee fatigue in the workplace. This session covers: Facts about fatigue and how it affects employee safety and performance Personal employee health and behavioral factors that contribute to fatigue Strategies to manage employee fatigue and maintain a safe, productive workforce |
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Heat illness continues to be a serious concern for businesses that have employees working in environments with high air temperatures, radiant heat sources, high humidity, and strenuous physical activities. Heat-related illnesses can cause serious health problems and in some cases, lead to death. This session covers: Heat illness risk factors Signs and symptoms of heat illness How to respond to symptoms How to prevent heat illness Importance of acclimatization Importance of hydration
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Are you studying for the Certification Exam and need some extra help? Have you taken the test at least once and feel you need help with the difficult sections? Then please join us for a study group session that will concentrate on some of the areas of the test that have been difficult for people, including those that have been most problematic for those not successful in passing the exam. Participants will learn: Test taking strategies Ways to approach a question to improve your chances of getting it right Click here for flyer
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Research has shown the main reason injured employees litigate workers’ compensation claims is because they don’t feel like they have an advocate in the injury management process. Litigated claims have been linked to settlement delays, increased claims costs and a decreased chance of the employee returning to work once the claim is closed. This session covers: Impact of claim litigation Why employees litigate What Zenith does to reduce litigation What to do when litigation is your first notice of an employee injury Four steps employers should take to reduce the risk of litigation
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Featuring “hands-on” exercises workshop participants will learn the basics of rate setting and why it is essential for small utilities. Key topics include a survey of the rate setting process and selected rate models, data requirements, and tips for building and implementing a sustainable rate structure. New Mexico water system board members, utility managers, and operators are encouraged to attend this informative class.
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Learn why disaster recovery is an important service model for housing counseling agencies; the potential effects of disasters on communities, agencies and counselors, and how housing counseling plays a key role in disaster recovery. Gain a broad understanding of agency disaster preparation and recovery roles, including pre-disaster agency planning, identifying and collaborating with key stakeholders, and recognizing opportunities for disaster recovery housing counseling services. Get the latest on Disaster Recovery during a pandemic and what funds/resources are available to communities. Click here for flyer
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Did the pandemic create a need for you to move a live class to a web version or write a new one? Would you like to have some tips on improving your online training skills? If you need some hands on experience and tips, please join us for this interactive webinar on how to design a webinar course. Click here for flyer
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Tractors, harvesters and other types of farm equipment travel daily on public roads. Unfortunately, fatal accidents involving farm equipment transit are increasing. Most of these accidents relate to another motor vehicle driver’s inability to react to or recognize slow moving and unfamiliar farm equipment. Farm equipment operators are also vulnerable to accidents on public roads due to the equipment’s large size and slow speed. In this course, you will learn best practices to plan, coordinate and conduct safe transit of farm equipment on public roads. This session covers: Key factors that contribute to farm equipment accidents on public roads Pre-transit planning considerations Farm equipment transit visibility and lighting requirements Safe transit practices for farm equipment operators
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Although the Governor announced that the drought state of emergency ended, we are now transitioning to a permanent framework to make water conservation a California way of life. Current prohibitions against wasteful water use practices and requirements for monthly water use reporting remain in place. Planning for drought conditions is essential to ensure water supply for public health and safety; and to minimize impacts on economics, environment and lifestyle. This workshop will cover how to plan for drought to reduce the vulnerability water system. Knowing how much water you have and use plays a huge role in drought preparedness and water conservation. Learn how to monitor for drought and lessons learned from the past. Understand the challenges of small systems, and how to keep up with current and new drought/conservation regulations. Participants will learn: Where to find climate information How to determine triggers for different drought stages Best practices to reduce water use, making water conservation a way of life in your community How to develop a drought management plan and obtain public buy-in Useful tools and resources to keep up with current and new regulations
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Although the Governor announced that the drought state of emergency ended, we are now transitioning to a permanent framework to make water conservation a California way of life. Current prohibitions against wasteful water use practices and requirements for monthly water use reporting remain in place. Planning for drought conditions is essential to ensure water supply for public health and safety; and to minimize impacts on economics, environment and lifestyle. This workshop will cover how to plan for drought to reduce the vulnerability water system. Knowing how much water you have and use plays a huge role in drought preparedness and water conservation. Learn how to monitor for drought and lessons learned from the past. Understand the challenges of small systems, and how to keep up with current and new drought/conservation regulations. Participants will learn: Where to find climate information How to determine triggers for different drought stages Best practices to reduce water use, making water conservation a way of life in your community How to develop a drought management plan and obtain public buy-in Useful tools and resources to keep up with current and new regulations
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Tractors, harvesters and other types of farm equipment travel daily on public roads. Unfortunately, fatal accidents involving farm equipment transit are increasing. Most of these accidents relate to another motor vehicle driver’s inability to react to or recognize slow moving and unfamiliar farm equipment. Farm equipment operators are also vulnerable to accidents on public roads due to the equipment’s large size and slow speed. In this course, you will learn best practices to plan, coordinate and conduct safe transit of farm equipment on public roads. This session covers: Key factors that contribute to farm equipment accidents on public roads Pre-transit planning considerations Farm equipment transit visibility and lighting requirements Safe transit practices for farm equipment operators
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Are you attending this training as a group and not watching from your own computer? If so, your group leader will need to inform RCAC (registration@rcac.org) about attendees who will view sessions as a group prior to session start. You do not need to participate from your own computer/device, but will need to complete an evaluation to receive credit and contact hours. Please note that sign-in sheets NO LONGER validate attendance at online workshops.
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Natural disasters that can affect public water systems in California include fires, floods, earthquakes, tsunamis and droughts. You name it, we have it. The fires in California have become increasingly vexing, and this workshop will focus primarily on fire prevention and recovery. It can happen to your water system! Water system emergencies are any situations that cause water outages, unsafe drinking water or any harm to humans or animals. Have you prepared ahead? Do you have a written response plan? Do you have mutual aid agreements in place? Are you prepared to interact with state and federal agencies afterward? This workshop will provide water system personnel with information and resources to respond preemptively and proactively to most emergency situations. Participants will learn: Ways to protect your water system before disaster strikes Lessons from emergencies experienced by the trainers How to establish effective mutual aid agreements How to create an emergency and disaster response plan using the Water Board-approved template Lessons learned regarding state and federal assistance immediately following emergencies
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Natural disasters that can affect public water systems in California include fires, floods, earthquakes, tsunamis and droughts. You name it, we have it. The fires in California have become increasingly vexing, and this workshop will focus primarily on fire prevention and recovery. It can happen to your water system! Water system emergencies are any situations that cause water outages, unsafe drinking water or any harm to humans or animals. Have you prepared ahead? Do you have a written response plan? Do you have mutual aid agreements in place? Are you prepared to interact with state and federal agencies afterward? This workshop will provide water system personnel with information and resources to respond preemptively and proactively to most emergency situations. Participants will learn: Ways to protect your water system before disaster strikes Lessons from emergencies experienced by the trainers How to establish effective mutual aid agreements How to create an emergency and disaster response plan using the Water Board-approved template Lessons learned regarding state and federal assistance immediately following emergencies
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