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SUMMARY:First Aid\, CPR\, AED
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis American Heart Association Heartsaver® First Aid Adult & Child CPR AED course is designed for individuals with little or no medical training who need a course completion card for job or regulatory requirements\, such as OSHA\, or for those who simply want to be prepared to respond in an emergency. \nTailored to water and wastewater operators\, the comprehensive Heartsaver® Total course meets regulatory standards. Topics include scene assessment and safety\, medical and injury emergencies\, environmental emergencies\, adult and child CPR\, AED use\, and relief from choking\, with the option to include infant CPR. Upon successful completion\, participants will receive a two-year American Heart Association certification card. \nCredit\n3 TCH (Water & Wastewater)\nWater Treatment Category 3\, Distribution Category 1 | Learn more \nInstructor\nTamara McLaughlin (VT Safety Net) \nProctor\nAllison Smith (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/first-aid-may5/
LOCATION:Courtyard Williston\, 177 Hurricane Ln\, Williston\, VT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Wastewater Credit,Water Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T090000
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SUMMARY:Operation and Maintenance of Groundwater Systems
DESCRIPTION:Description\nGroundwater system operators have many tasks to accomplish to operate and maintain their water systems. We will review administrative tasks such as sampling and monitoring\, consumer confidence reports\, chemical monitoring waivers\, source protection\, operation and maintenance manuals\, monthly operating reports\, operator certification and sanitary surveys. \nOperation and maintenance of groundwater sources is a very important part of providing safe drinking water to consumers. Ensuring sustainability by performing drawdown tests on groundwater wells will help you to know how sustainable your groundwater source is. Operating your disinfection system and understanding the chlorination process is key to providing safe water that consumers find palatable. \nWater distribution systems can often be a contamination vulnerability. Maintenance items such as flushing\, valve exercising\, and hydrant maintenance are of the utmost importance. \nCredit\n3 TCH (Water)\nTreatment Category 2\, Distribution Category 2 | Learn more \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/groundwater-om-may7/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Zoom
CATEGORIES:Water Credit,Zoom Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T080000
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SUMMARY:2026 Conference
DESCRIPTION:Vermont Rural Water’s 2026 Conference will include a trade show\, luncheon\, and trainings (earn up to 3.5 TCH for water and/or wastewater). A tentative schedule is available here. \nClass Topics: \n\nSCADA Doesn’t Have to Break the Bank – EOS Research\nCrisis Communications – Water PIO\nChoosing & Maintaining HDPE Infrastructure – FW Webb\nMetering Technology to Solve Non-Revenue Water – EJP\nDrinking Water Regulatory Updates – DWGPD\nWastewater Regulatory Updates – Wastewater Management Program\nDrought Response & Emergency Response – VEM & DEC\nCombating Cyber Threats – FBI & VIC\n\nCost\n$90 Member\n$140 Non-member \nAdditional Activities\nVermont Drinking Water Week will be hosting the 2026 Water Taste Test during the conference. To participate\, submit an entry form by May 1 and deliver one gallon of water to the Taste Test table in the lobby by 9 am on May 14.\n     Taste Test Rules\n     Entry Form (PDF)\n     Entry Form (Word doc) \nThere will be a Golf Tournament on Wednesday\, May 13. Learn more and register here. \nNew this year! There will be a friendly Cornhole Tournament starting at 1:30 pm on Wednesday\, May 13. No registration is required\, just come to the golf pro shop (179 Clubhouse Rd) at 1 pm. There is a $5 entry fee per player (cash or check). \nTo exhibit in the Trade Show\, click here. \nTo sponsor the conference\, click here. \nSponsored by:
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/2026-conference/
LOCATION:Lake Morey Resort\, 82 Clubhouse Rd\, Fairlee\, VT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Waitlist,Wastewater Credit,Water Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T123000
DTSTAMP:20260518T174805Z
CREATED:20260216T153631Z
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SUMMARY:Personal Protective Equipment\, Ladder\, and Electrical Safety
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis class will cover several safety considerations for water and wastewater personnel. First\, we will look at new and improved personal protective equipment (PPE). Falls are the second highest cause of workplace fatality across the nation\, so we will discuss ladder safety at home and in the workplace. Water and wastewater operators work on and around electrical equipment at their facilities. This class focuses on the electrical safety measures that should be in place at your facility. \nCredit\n3 TCH (Water & Wastewater)\nWater Treatment Category 3\, Distribution Category 1 | Learn more \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/ppe-safety-may19/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wastewater Credit,Water Credit,Zoom Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260511T180557Z
CREATED:20260216T154053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T180557Z
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SUMMARY:Operation and Maintenance of Distribution Systems
DESCRIPTION:Description\nWater distribution systems require preventative maintenance to reduce the risk of equipment failure and provide safe drinking water to consumers. This class will discuss some of the maintenance basics\, including valve exercising\, flushing\, pipe replacement\, pipe rehabilitation\, and storage tank inspection and cleaning. \nCredit\n3 TCH (Water)\nTreatment Category 2\, Distribution Category 2 | Learn more \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/distribution-om-may20/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Zoom
CATEGORIES:Water Credit,Zoom Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T090000
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CREATED:20260216T154425Z
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SUMMARY:Water Treatment: Filtration Processes
DESCRIPTION:Description\nWater filtration is one of the most important treatment processes for the removal of contaminants from drinking water. Groundwater and surface water treatment facilities may use filtration processes for the removal of pathogens\, iron and manganese\, PFAS\, radionuclides\, as well as taste and odor control. In this class\, we will look at how filters work and how they should be operated and maintained. \nCredit\n3 TCH (Water)\nTreatment Category 2\, Distribution Category 2 | Learn more \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/filtration-may26/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Zoom
CATEGORIES:Water Credit,Zoom Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T090000
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CREATED:20260216T155106Z
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UID:209476-1779872400-1779885000@vtruralwater.org
SUMMARY:Permit Required Confined Space Entry
DESCRIPTION:Water and wastewater facilities contain many confined spaces which can be dangerous to operators. We will discuss common confined spaces in water and wastewater facilities and the difference between a confined space and a permit-required confined space. This class will build awareness about the safety hazards of a confined space such as atmospheric hazards (hydrogen sulfide\, methane); mechanical hazards; and blood-borne pathogens that are a concern for wastewater collection system workers. You will learn about the proper protective equipment\, procedures for entry into a permit-required confined space\, the need for a rescue plan\, and how to rescue a co-worker if the situation arises. OSHA CFR 1910.146 \nCredit\n3 TCH (Water & Wastewater)\nWater Treatment Category 3\, Distribution Category 1 | Learn more \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/prcse-may27/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wastewater Credit,Water Credit,Zoom Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T123000
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CREATED:20260216T155632Z
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UID:219596-1779872400-1779885000@vtruralwater.org
SUMMARY:Model Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO) and Fats\, Oils\, and Grease (FOG) Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis will be a two-part class that reviews Sewer Use Ordinances (SUO) and Fats\, Oils and Grease (FOG). The first part of this training will address Sewer Use Ordinances (SUO) by discussing the format and requirements that should be included in a strong SUO and providing example conditions and language to consider when updating your ordinance. Randy Bean has developed a model SUO that wastewater systems and municipalities can use as a template for developing their own ordinance. This template will be shared during class. \nThe second part of the training will present information on Fats\, Oils and Grease (FOG). This will include information on best management practices for FOG control\, sizing of interceptors\, the generation of FOG by various users\, inspections and maintenance of interceptors\, and methods to control the discharge of FOG into your collection system. \nCredit\n3 TCH (Wastewater) \nInstructor\nRandy Bean \nProctor\nWayne Graham (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/suo-fog-may27/
LOCATION:Vermont Rural Water Association\, 20 Susie Wilson Rd\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Wastewater Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T143230Z
CREATED:20260506T131245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T143230Z
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SUMMARY:Source Water Protection: Developing a Source Protection Plan or Update
DESCRIPTION:Class Description \nJoin staff from the State of Vermont Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division (DWGPD) and Vermont Rural Water to learn the why and how of developing a Source Protection Plan and plan updates. This training focuses on developing the basic plan components required under the VT Water Supply Rule and the tools and resources available to help prepare your water system’s Source Protection Plan or Source Protection Plan Update. An introduction to the ANR Natural Resources Atlas mapping tool and the Department of Environmental Conservation Searchable Databases are provided. Participants are shown how to use the ANR NR Atlas to create maps for use in the plan document\, identify landowners within the Source Protection Area\, and identify and perform a search for records related to potential sources of contamination and well completion reports. \nWater systems are encouraged to take the opportunity to interact and ask questions directly of the Source Water Protection Specialists on the development of their specific source protection plan or plan update. \nImportant Notes \n\nAttendees are strongly encouraged to bring a laptop computer\, power cord\, access to their current source protection plan\, and any pertinent water system documents with them. Power and WiFi will be available. Links to various databases and resources will be provided for use during the workshop session.\nA 30-minute lunch break will be provided and two 15-minute breaks. Light refreshments will be provided during breaks. A light lunch will be provided such as pizza.  Individuals are welcome to bring their own snacks\, lunch\, and drinks.\nCarpooling is encouraged as parking is limited.\n\nClass Credit\n4.5 TCH (Water)\nTreatment Category 2\, Distribution Category 3 | Learn more \nInstructors\nLaura Ranker and Will Ebby (VT Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division) \nProctor\nBrad Roy (Vermont Rural Water Association) \nCLASS CANCELLED\nThis class will be offered again on September 29 in Swanton\, VT. Register here.
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/spp-may27/
LOCATION:Norwich Public Safety Building\, 10 Hazen Street\, Norwich\, VT\, 05055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Water Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T123000
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CREATED:20260216T160226Z
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SUMMARY:Trench and Excavation Safety
DESCRIPTION:Description\nWater and wastewater operators face dangerous situations when excavating trenches to repair water and sewer lines. Trench collapses happen without warning and cause severe injuries or death. Open trenches and pipe repairs include many other hazards such as water accumulation\, other buried utilities\, surface encumbrances\, and traffic. This course focuses on OSHA 1926 and the safe procedure for operators to follow when working in or around a trench or excavation. \nCredit\n3 TCH (Water & Wastewater)\nWater Treatment Category 3\, Distribution Category 1 | Learn more \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/trench-safety-may28/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wastewater Credit,Water Credit,Zoom Training
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