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 […]
Effective asset management is critical to the overall financial performance of water utilities. Waiting until assets fail rather than planning for replacement significantly increases the cost of service. Developing and maintaining a detailed asset inventory is the first step in the process. GIS mapping tools can make the job easier. Participants will receive a step-by-step […]
The SAFER Advisory Group provides the State Water Board with constructive advice and feedback on the Safe and Affordable Drinking Water Fund Expenditure Plan and other related policies and analyses. The Group is composed of 19 appointed members that represent public water systems, technical assistance providers, local agencies, nongovernmental organizations, the public and residents served […]
La fatiga es bastante común entre los trabajadores agrícolas. Además de afectar la productividad, la fatiga reduce el estado de alerta mental y físico, afecta el juicio, hace más lento el tiempo de reacción y puede aumentar la conducta de riesgo de los empleados. Operar o trabajar cerca de maquinaria y equipo agrícola es particularmente […]
Online Webinar - Available to members with CalMutuals JPRIMA Worker's Compensation insurance only. This safety committee certification training webinar meets the requirements set by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and can help improve your safety program. During this training we’ll discuss: The PA Workplace Safety Committee Certification Program requirements How to lead and operate a […]
This course Groundwater Wells with Iron is offered two times on the same day, attendees ONLY need to register once to take this course. One of the most common minerals found in groundwater wells is iron. This mineral can cause a multitude of problems including colored water, taste and odor issues, as well as potential […]
This course Groundwater Wells with Iron is offered two times on the same day, attendees ONLY need to register once to take this course. One of the most common minerals found in groundwater wells is iron. This mineral can cause a multitude of problems including colored water, taste and odor issues, as well as potential […]
The State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board) invites you to attend a public workshop to learn about the Safe and Affordable Funding for Equity and Resilience (SAFER) drinking water program and the opportunities available to you and your community. The workshop will go over: Why the SAFER drinking water program was created, How […]
Since the arsenic maximum contaminant level was lowered from 50 ppb to 10 ppb in 2001, water systems have been scrambling to comply with this more stringent standard. For many small water systems, compliance with the Arsenic Rule has been a significant technological, financial, and operational challenge. This online learning event is intended to provide […]
Worldwide, nitrates are the most common chemical contaminant in groundwater aquifers. In 1980, nine drinking water wells in California had unsafe levels of nitrates. By 2007, this acute contamination had spread to more than 648 wells. Nitrates continue to impact the health of California residents and the problem is only getting worse. This workshop will […]