Description
This class provides basic training in drinking water disinfection, focusing on the principles and practices used to destroy or inactivate pathogenic microorganisms and protect public health. Participants will distinguish disinfection from sterilization; examine chemical treatment methods—including chlorine gas, sodium hypochlorite, chloramines, chlorine dioxide, ozone, breakpoint chlorination, and dosing systems—and explore physical alternatives such as ultraviolet radiation. The class also addresses disinfection byproducts, residual management in distribution systems, operational water-quality parameters, regulatory compliance, and safe chemical handling.

Credit
3 TCH (Water)
Water Treatment Category 2, Distribution Category 2 | Learn more

Instructor
Paula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)