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Wastewater Collection System Operation and Maintenance

 


 Who Should Attend?

Wastewater facility operators, public works personnel and any one else interested in upgrading their skill and knowledge of wastewater collection system management, operation and maintenance. This course is also an effective refresher for those preparing to take the Wastewater Collection Certification examination.

Workshop Description

Participants in this workshop will learn to identify:

wastewater collection system components, their purposes and how they function. They will be briefed on applicable industrial wastewater pretreatment requirements. Practical safety and health information vital to reducing injuries and avoiding costly and embarrassing enforcement actions will also be provided. Students will get the latest information on pipe materials, testing, inspection and cleaning. They will learn worthwhile maintenance methods and record keeping systems to track costs and comply with safety and health record requirements.

 

Participants will:

  • Gain confidence in your ability to identify collection system components and how they work.
  • Stay current by learning the latest construction, inspection, testing and maintenance methods.
  • Meet current safety and health requirements and avoid embarrassing and costly mistakes.
  • Prepare for the WWCPA Voluntary Wastewater Collection Specialist Certification Examination.

Workshop Outline

First Day

  • Introduction
  • Characteristics of wastewater
  • Wastewater flow patterns
  • Industrial wastewater pretreatment
  • Types of collection systems
  • Collection system components
  • Second Day

  • Lift station operation and control
  • Confined space entry
  • Excavation safety
  • Operator and employer responsibilities
  • Pipe materials
  • Third Day

    • Pipe installation and repair
    • Construction standards and inspection
    • Testing purpose and methods
    • Cleaning techniques
    • Preventive maintenance and safety records
    • Troubleshooting collection system problems

    Registration Fee includes

    • 2.1 CEU

    • Operation and Maintenance of Wastewater Collection Systems, Vol. 1 Manual

    • Refreshments

    • Certificate of completion

    Registration, Payment, Refund and Cancellation Policy - Please read carefully!

    The last 4 digits of the participant's Social Security Number and full birth date is required.  This information is used to create a unique key for each student.  Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.  Payment or purchase order must be received at the time of registration.  A full refund will be made for cancellations received 10 days before the workshop.  No refund will be made for cancellations received less than 10 days before the workshops.  Substitutions made less than ten (10) days prior to the workshop incur a $35 processing fee.

    CEU Policy:

    CEU are awarded for successful completion.  Instances of partial attendance, tardiness or leaving early will result in NO CEU being awarded.


     

     

     

     

     

    Washington Environmental Training Center
    12401 SE 320th St, Mail Stop WW
    Auburn, Washington 98092-3699
    In Wash. State 800.562.0858
    Out of State: 253.288.3369
    FAX: 253.288-3475