Description: The new California Operator Certification test program allows for operators to take their state exams within weeks of applying. This includes the distribution tests and the treatment tests. This workshop will teach operators the preparation needed for passing these state exams. This will include multiple resources, study materials and guidance needed to apply and take the test. This workshop will also cover the math basics needed to pass both exams while utilizing the state math conversion sheet. Participants will learn : Where to secure study materials Studying basics Water distribution and water treatment basics Water math skills Recommended audience: drinking water operators, laborers and management. Accreditation: 6 California Drinking Water Contact Hours awarded

Part of BAYWORK's 3-part webinar series where experts discuss digital tools and implications for utility workers. Webinar 3 - Digital Innovation: Which tools and strategies pay off for utilities? Wednesday, October 12th | 10AM to 12PM PST This session will introduce a range of tools now available for staff training (such as digital twins) and analysis (such as Artificial Intelligence and Collective Intelligence), as well as guidance on protecting water and wastewater systems from cyber-security risks. Registration Information Coming Soon! Download and share the flyer Questions? Email Elizabeth Toups, BAYWORK Manager, at etoups@jvs.org See other webinars offered in this 3-part series: Webinar 1 | Webinar 2  Who should attend?: For water and wastewater professionals, especially: Managers and supervisors Operations and Maintenance Staff IT, Human Resources and others interested in implementing new technology

Description: Public water system boards adopt policies to guide internal decision-making processes. These policies may be related to financial decisions, emergency response, personnel, and more. Some policies are required by the State of California, such as having a discontinuation of water service policy that complies with SB 998 - The Water Shutoff Protection Act. This workshop will provide attendees with a reconnaissance level look at governing documents and how to draft and adopt policies through examples and small group exercises. Participants will learn : The difference between governing documents Typical policies a company and water system should consider implementing Steps to draft and adopt policies Recommended audience: managers and board members. Accreditation: 6 California Drinking Water Contact Hours awarded

The Achieve & Maintain Compliance with SDWA 3-Part Series is being held in Pacific Time. Description: PFAS have been all over the news recently with anxieties of high levels of drinking water contamination. PFAS are a group of man-made chemicals which include Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA) and Perfluorooctanesulfonic Acid (PFOS). Known as "forever chemicals" PFAS compounds have been found widely in the environment including thousands of groundwater sources throughout the US. PFAS compounds currently the #1 emerging threat to water systems. Continuing studies are identifying potential health risks associated with these chemicals. This session examines the origin, the concerns, and provides information for small systems about protecting public health. Participants will learn: Why these "forever" chemicals are not going away Where do PFAS come from What are health effects of PFAS PFAS regulations in drinking water  PFAS treatment technologies for drinking water systems Recommended audience: board members, manager, and operators. Accreditation: 2 California Drinking Water Continuing Education Units awarded per session.

Description: 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 situation that can cause water outages, unsafe drinking water or any harm to humans or animals. Have you prepared ahead of time? 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 afterwards? 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 Recommended audience: managers, operators, administrative staff and board members. Accreditation: 2 California Drinking Water Contact Hours awarded   

Description: 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 situation that can cause water outages, unsafe drinking water or any harm to humans or animals. Have you prepared ahead of time? 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 afterwards? 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 Recommended audience: managers, operators, administrative staff and board members. Accreditation: 2 California Drinking Water Contact Hours awarded 

Seeking Funding for Your Infrastructure Project? Obtain information about currently available infrastructure grant, loan and bond financing programs, and options. Connect with federal, state, and local agencies to discuss the financial and technical resources available. Presentations (9:00AM-12:30PM) followed by Virtual Booths (12:30PM-2:00PM) The funding fair provides an opportunity for attendees to speak directly with program staff about specific projects and issues affecting their community.

Description: Does your system have a capital improvement project and you are trying to figure out where to start in the state funding process? In this class you will learn about the resources available to identify funding opportunities, the requirements of a state funding application and how to request assistance so your system is prepared to execute a funding agreement. Participants will learn: How to request technical assistance and the types of assistance available Resources for identifying state funding opportunities  What to expect when completing a funding application Recommended audience: managers, board members and operators. Accreditation: 2 California Drinking Water Contact Hours awarded 

Description: Does your system have a capital improvement project and you are trying to figure out where to start in the state funding process? In this class you will learn about the resources available to identify funding opportunities, the requirements of a state funding application and how to request assistance so your system is prepared to execute a funding agreement. Participants will learn: How to request technical assistance and the types of assistance available Resources for identifying state funding opportunities  What to expect when completing a funding application Recommended audience: managers, board members and operators. Accreditation: 2 California Drinking Water Contact Hours awarded 

Description: This is an opportunity for you to speak with and hear from your peers. Are you facing water losses at your utility? Are you thinking of developing or expanding a water loss control program, but aren’t sure where to start? Would you like an opportunity for more interactive group discussions? If the answer to any of these questions is “Yes,” then this Interactive Water Loss Discussion for Small Water Systems is designed for you! Join us for an interactive opportunity to engage with your peers who are also dealing with water loss control issues. Ask questions, tout your successes, find out what has and hasn’t worked for other utilities. This virtual hour and a half session is an opportunity for small drinking water systems to learn from each other in an interactive, peer-exchange format. This session offers system operators, managers, and decision-makers the chance to: Dive deeply into water loss control issues Interact with a group of their peers tackling similar challenges Meet water professionals from outside their organization *Please Note: Due to the interactive style of this training, space is limited to 45 registrants. This session requires a working microphone to participate in group discussions and a willingness […]