California Association of Mutual Water Companies

Webinar | Preventing Agriculture Employee Strain & Sprain Injuries [English]
2021-09-15 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employee strains and sprains are the leading type of non-fatal workplace injury. Agriculture leads all industries in the number of workers’ compensation insurance claims for employee strains and sprains, as most job tasks are physically demanding, constantly changing and difficult to modify.

Despite the inherent risk, many agriculture employers have effectively reduced employee strain and sprain injury potential. This course explains strain and sprain injury causation and proven ways to prevent these types of injuries in agriculture settings.

This session covers:

How and why strain and sprain injuries occur
Risk factors that increase the likelihood of strains and sprains
Effective ways to reduce employee strain and sprain injuries

Webinar | Emergency Response Planning (California)
2021-08-31 14:00 - 16:00, 2021-08-31 10:00 - 12:00 | Webinar Only
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

Webinar | Navigating COVID Relief for Rate Payers Part 2 of 2 (California)
2021-08-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Webinar Only
This training will be hosted online on GoToTraining.

Webinar | Southern California NAWMA
2021-08-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Webinar Only

Webinar | Navigating COVID Relief for Rate Payers Part 1 of 2 (California)
2021-08-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Webinar Only
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.

Webinar | Safe Transit of Farm Equipment [Spanish]
2021-08-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar Only
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

Webinar | Drought Contingency and Water Conservation: A Deeper Dive Part 2 of 2 (California)
2021-08-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Webinar Only
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

Webinar | Drought Contingency and Water Conservation: A Deeper Dive Part 1 of 2 (California)
2021-08-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Webinar Only

Webinar | Safe Transit of Farm Equipment [English]
2021-08-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar Only

Webinar | Designing Online Courses
2021-08-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Webinar Only
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.
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Webinar | Assisting Your Community to Prepare and Recover from Disasters: Series 1 of 3
2021-08-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Webinar Only
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.
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Webinar | Rate Setting for Small Systems in New Mexico
2021-08-19 10:00 - 15:30 | Webinar Only
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.

Webinar | Workers’ Compensation Claim Litigation Control
2021-08-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar Only
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

Webinar | A Water Operators Guide to Getting Everything They Need (California)
2021-08-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Webinar Only

Webinar | Core Study Group
2021-08-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Webinar Only
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

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Webinar | Heat Illness Prevention
2021-08-18 10:00 - 11:30 | Webinar Only
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

Webinar | Tribal Water Distribution D1 and D2 Test Preparation and Review for California Test and ITCA
2021-08-17 09:00 - 16:00 | Webinar Only

Webinar | Managing Agriculture Employee Fatigue [SPANISH]
2021-08-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar Only
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

Webinar | Start, Grow, Revive Series 1 of 2 (Anza)
2021-08-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Webinar Only
Ever dream of starting your own business? These hands-on webinars are for start-up entrepreneurs or business owners wanting to scale up. We will host two FREE webinars on building your value chain, connecting with partners, and introduce the financial aspects of running a small business. No experience is necessary and all are welcome.
This training series is for Anza valley residents.
Series 1 and Series 2 will be hosted online on Zoom.

Webinar | Start, Grow, Revive Series 1 of 2 (Anza)
2021-08-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Webinar Only
Ever dream of starting your own business? These hands-on webinars are for start-up entrepreneurs or business owners wanting to scale up. We will host two FREE webinars on building your value chain, connecting with partners, and introduce the financial aspects of running a small business. No experience necessary and all are welcome.
This training series is for Anza valley residents.
Series 1 and Series 2 will be hosted online on Zoom.

Webinar | Budgeting and Capital Improvement Planning for Mutual Water Companies Part 2 of 2 (California)
2021-08-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Webinar Only
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

Webinar | Budgeting and Capital Improvement Planning for Mutual Water Companies Part 1 of 2 (California)
2021-08-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Webinar Only

Webinar | Introduction to the American Rescue Plan Act Funds for Water Bill Assistance and Infrastructure Projects
2021-08-12 10:00 - 11:15 | Webinar Only
Legislative activity on Capitol Hill in the year 2020 was dominated by the development of multiple aid packages in response to the outbreak of COVID-19. To address the vital need for widespread access to drinking water & wastewater utilities, Congress has authorized billions to assist households and utilities with water utility affordability and stormwater infrastructure projects. Join experts from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) and Environmental Finance Center Network (EFCN) for an introduction to the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), the Low-Income Housing Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP), and Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) to learn what to expect when dealing with these federal assistance programs.
To Register:
This webinar is hosted by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). Registrants must sign in or create an account with GFOA when registering. There is no cost to register. Once signed in, select the August 12th webinar to complete your registration. Please contact training@gfoa.org if you need assistance with registration.

Webinar | Introduction to the American Rescue Plan Act Funds for Water Bill Assistance and Infrastructure Projects
2021-08-12 10:00 - 11:15 | Webinar Only
Introduction to the American Rescue Plan Act Funds for Water Bill Assistance and Infrastructure Projects. Legislative activity on Capitol Hill in the year 2020 was dominated by the development of multiple aid packages in response to the outbreak of COVID-19. To address the vital need for widespread access to drinking water & wastewater utilities, Congress has authorized billions to assist households and utilities with water utility affordability and stormwater infrastructure projects. Join experts from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) and Environmental Finance Center Network (EFCN) for an introduction to the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA, the Low-Income Housing Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP), and Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) to learn what to expect when dealing with these federal assistance programs.

Webinar | Harvest Ladder Safety [SPANISH]
2021-08-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar Only
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

Webinar | Cross Connection Control Planning for Tribal Systems in Washington
2021-08-12 08:30 - 12:00 | Webinar Only
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

Webinar | Operations Maintenance Series: Maintaining Water Quality Part 2 of 2 (California)
2021-08-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Webinar Only
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

Webinar | Operations Maintenance Series: Maintaining Water Quality Part 1 of 2 (California)
2021-08-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Webinar Only
