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SUMMARY:Class 3 Water Treatment Course
DESCRIPTION:Dates & Locations\nWednesday\, March 6 – Waterbury\nTuesday\, March 12 – Waterbury\nTuesday\, March 19 – Zoom\nTuesday\, March 26 – Waterbury\nTuesday\, April 2 – Zoom\nTuesday\, April 9 – Waterbury\n8:30 am to 3:30 pm each day \nDescription\nThis multi-week course is designed for those training to become a Class 3 water treatment operator. All aspects of water operations are covered to prepare you to take the certification exams. You are expected to attend all sessions. \nTextbooks \nThe following books are required for all students:\nSmall Water System Operation and Maintenance (Office of Water Programs\, Sacramento State)\nWater System Operations Water Treatment\, Grade 2 (American Water Works Association)\nIn addition\, Water Operator Certification Exam Prep (American Water Works Association) is recommended.\nThese books can be purchased along with your registration and will be distributed on the first day of class. \nCredit\n36 TCH (Water) \nLocation \nMost class sessions will be held in-person at the Waterbury Municipal Center in the Steele Community Room. Parking is behind the building. Two class sessions will be held on Zoom (see above). \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association) \nAdditional Classes \nThe following classes are also recommended for those who will be taking certification exams:\nBasic Math for Water and Wastewater Operators: March 14 in Essex or March 28 in Rutland\nAdvanced Math for Water Operators: March 21 in Essex\nClass 3 Exam Preparation Course: April 30 in Rutland \nExam \nFind information about the Class 3 Certification Exam at https://dec.vermont.gov/water/drinking-water/public-water-system-operator-certification/public-water-system-operator-exams
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/class-3-winter-2024/
LOCATION:Waterbury Municipal Center\, Community Room\, 28 N Main St\, Waterbury\, VT\, 05676\, United States
CATEGORIES:Waitlist,Water Credit
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SUMMARY:Class 4 Water Treatment Course
DESCRIPTION:Dates & Locations\nWednesday\, March 6 – Waterbury\nTuesday\, March 12 – Waterbury\nTuesday\, March 19 – Zoom\nTuesday\, March 26 – Waterbury\nTuesday\, April 2 – Zoom\nTuesday\, April 9 – Waterbury\nTuesday\, April 16 – Zoom\nFriday\, April 19 – Waterbury\n8:30 am to 3:30 pm each day \nDescription\nThis multi-week course is designed for those training to become a Class 4 water treatment operator. All aspects of water operations are covered to prepare you to take the certification exams. You are expected to attend all sessions. \nTextbooks \nThe following books are required for all students:\nWater Treatment Plant Operation\, Volume 1 (Office of Water Programs\, Sacramento State)\nWater System Operations Water Treatment\, Grade 2 (American Water Works Association)\nIn addition\, Water Operator Certification Exam Prep (American Water Works Association) is recommended.\nThese books can be purchased along with your registration and will be distributed on the first day of class. \nCredit\n48 TCH (Water) \nLocation \nMost class sessions will be held in-person at the Waterbury Municipal Center in the Steele Community Room. Parking is behind the building. Three class sessions will be held on Zoom (see above). \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association) \nAdditional Classes \nThe following classes are also recommended for those who will be taking certification exams:\nBasic Math for Water and Wastewater Operators: March 14 in Essex or March 28 in Rutland\nAdvanced Math for Water Operators: March 21 in Essex\nClass 4 Exam Preparation Course: May 1 in Waterbury \nExam \nFind information about the Class 4 Certification Exam at https://dec.vermont.gov/water/drinking-water/public-water-system-operator-certification/public-water-system-operator-exams
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/class-4-winter-2024/
LOCATION:Waterbury Municipal Center\, Community Room\, 28 N Main St\, Waterbury\, VT\, 05676\, United States
CATEGORIES:Waitlist,Water Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T153000
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SUMMARY:Distribution Course
DESCRIPTION:Dates & Locations\nThursday\, March 7 – Rutland\nTuesday\, March 19 – Zoom\nWednesday\, March 27 – Rutland\nThursday\, April 4 – Rutland\nThursday\, April 11 – Rutland\nThursday\, April 18 – Zoom\n8:30 am to 3:30 pm each day \nDescription\nThis multi-week course is designed for those seeking a Class D certification. Topics will include all aspects of distribution systems\, as well as hydraulics\, water chemistry\, water mathematics\, and sampling procedures. You are expected to attend all sessions. \nTextbooks \nThe following books are required for all students:\nWater Distribution System Operation and Maintenance (Office of Water Programs\, Sacramento State)\nWater System Operations Water Distribution\, Grades 1 & 2 (American Water Works Association)\nIn addition\, Water Operator Certification Exam Prep (American Water Works Association) is recommended.\nThese books can be purchased along with your registration and will be distributed on the first day of class. \nCredit\n36 TCH (Water) \nLocation \nMost class sessions will be held in-person at the Rutland Wastewater Treatment Facility. Two class sessions will be held on Zoom (see above). \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association) \nAdditional Classes \nThe following classes are also recommended for those who will be taking certification exams:\nBasic Math for Water and Wastewater Operators: March 14 in Essex or March 28 in Rutland\nAdvanced Math for Water Operators: March 21 in Essex\nDistribution Exam Preparation Course: April 29 in Rutland \nExam \nFind information about the Distribution Certification Exam at https://dec.vermont.gov/water/drinking-water/public-water-system-operator-certification/public-water-system-operator-exams
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/distribution-winter-2024/
LOCATION:Rutland WWTP\, 94 Greens Hill Lane\, Rutland\, VT\, 05701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Water Credit
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SUMMARY:Basic Math for Water and Wastewater Operators
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis course covers basic math concepts that operators use frequently in their work and are most likely to appear on water and wastewater certification exams. These include conversions\, perimeter\, area\, volume\, PSI\, elevation head\, and detention time. If time permits\, we will also cover flow and chemical dosage. \nAttendees should bring their own calculator. If you are preparing to take a water or wastewater certification exam\, know that only non-programmable calculators will be allowed during the exam. Graphing calculators and smartphones will not be allowed. \nCredit\n5 TCH (Water & Wastewater) \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/basic-math-3-14/
LOCATION:Vermont Rural Water Association\, 20 Susie Wilson Rd\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Wastewater Credit,Water Credit
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SUMMARY:TNC Operations
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis course is designed for Transient Non-Community (TNC) Water System Operators. No matter what your experience as a water system operator\, this course will help you better manage your system. The course will review the following topics: disinfecting your water system (UV and chlorine)\, sampling procedure and sampling schedules\, sanitary survey review\, common water system deficiencies\, rules and regulations (current and upcoming rules)\, discussion of seasonal operations\, basic site investigations. \nFor Class 1B operators\, this course will fulfill the requirement to obtain 3 continuing education credits prior to renewal of your certification. \nCredit\n3 TCH (Water) \nInstructor\nMeredith Maskell (VT Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division) \nProctor\nTim Russo (Vermont Rural Water Association) \nCLASS FULL \nThis class will be offered again on May 2. Register at https://vtruralwater.org/trainings/tnc-operations-5-2/
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/tnc-operations-3-15/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Zoom
CATEGORIES:Waitlist,Water Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T083000
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SUMMARY:Advanced Math for Water Operators
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis math class will advance your knowledge of mathematical calculations that water operators encounter at work and on certification exams. We will review concepts covered in Basic Math and introduce additional concepts like chemical feed rate\, filtration rate\, and pumping. \nAttendees should bring their own calculator. If you are preparing to take a water or wastewater certification exam\, know that only non-programmable calculators will be allowed during the exam. Graphing calculators and smartphones will not be allowed. \nCredit\n5 TCH (Water) \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/advanced-math-3-21/
LOCATION:Vermont Rural Water Association\, 20 Susie Wilson Rd\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Water Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T123000
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SUMMARY:Developing and Updating Your Source Protection Plan (with optional work session)
DESCRIPTION:Class Description \nJoin staff from the Vermont Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division (DWGPD) and the Vermont Rural Water Association to learn about new tools in the world of source water protection planning. This training will focus on the key components of a source protection plan. Attendees will be introduced to DWGPD’s new online tools\, including a template and guidance document that you can use to develop your water system’s source protection plan (SPP) and/or source protection plan update (SPPU). There will be an interactive demonstration of the template and guidance document\, as well as a review of the new ANR Online Source Protection Plan Submission Form. These tools can streamline the process of creating and updating a water system’s source protection plan and help water systems stay in compliance with State of Vermont regulations. \nThe class itself will be 9 am to 12:30 pm. Starting at 1 pm there will be an optional work session that does not provide credit hours. \nClass Credit\n3 TCH (Water) \nOptional Work Session \nStay after class and work on your water system’s Source Protection Plan. Brad and Laura will be available to provide technical assistance and answer questions. No TCHs will be provided for the work session. \nAttendees are strongly encouraged to bring a laptop\, power cord\, their current Source Protection Plan\, and any pertinent water system documents. Power and Wi-Fi will be available. Links to various databases and resources will be provided for use during the work session. \nA second work session will be held Thursday\, March 28 from 9 am to 4 pm. Register at https://vtruralwater.org/trainings/spp-work-session-3-28/ \nLocation \nThe class and work session are in Catamount Conference Room (D215) on the second floor of the Davis Building in the National Life Complex. \nAttendees will be required to sign in at the Davis Building security desk upon initial entry to the building. All visitors will receive a day pass. Parking is free. \nThe National Life cafeteria will be open for lunch. Individuals are welcome to bring their own snacks\, lunch\, and drinks. There is a refrigerator and microwave available. \nInstructors\nLaura Ranker (VT Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division)\nBrad Roy (Vermont Rural Water Association) \nProctor\nTim Russo (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/source-protection-plan-3-26/
LOCATION:National Life Complex\, Davis Buildling\, 1 National Life Dr\, Montpelier\, VT\, 05602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Water Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T143000
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CREATED:20231117T210638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T194241Z
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SUMMARY:Basic Math for Water and Wastewater Operators
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis course covers basic math concepts that operators use frequently in their work and are most likely to appear on water and wastewater certification exams. These include conversions\, perimeter\, area\, volume\, PSI\, elevation head\, and detention time. If time permits\, we will also cover flow and chemical dosage. \nAttendees should bring their own calculator. If you are preparing to take a water or wastewater certification exam\, know that only non-programmable calculators will be allowed during the exam. Graphing calculators and smartphones will not be allowed. \nCredit\n5 TCH (Water & Wastewater) \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/basic-math-3-28/
LOCATION:Rutland WWTP\, 94 Greens Hill Lane\, Rutland\, VT\, 05701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Waitlist,Wastewater Credit,Water Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T011132
CREATED:20240205T165719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T182752Z
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SUMMARY:Source Protection Plan Work Session
DESCRIPTION:Class Description \nThis is an opportunity to work on your water system’s Source Protection Plan. Staff from the Vermont Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division (DWGPD) and the Vermont Rural Water Association will be available to provide technical assistance and answer questions. No TCHs will be provided for the work session. This is a drop-in session; you do not need to stay the whole time. \nAttendees are strongly encouraged to bring a laptop\, power cord\, their current Source Protection Plan\, and any pertinent water system documents. Power and Wi-Fi will be available. Links to various databases and resources will be provided for use during the work session. \nA training class about Source Protection Plans will be held Tuesday\, March 26 from 9 am to 12:30 pm\, with an optional work session afterwards. Register at https://vtruralwater.org/trainings/source-protection-plan-3-26/ \nLocation \nThe work session is in Catamount Conference Room (D215) on the second floor of the Davis Building in the National Life Complex. \nAttendees will be required to sign in at the Davis Building security desk upon initial entry to the building. All visitors will receive a day pass. Parking is free. \nThe National Life cafeteria will be open for lunch. Individuals are welcome to bring their own snacks\, lunch\, and drinks. There is a refrigerator and microwave available. \nInstructors\nLaura Ranker (VT Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division)\nBrad Roy (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/spp-work-session-3-28/
LOCATION:National Life Complex\, Davis Buildling\, 1 National Life Dr\, Montpelier\, VT\, 05602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Water Credit
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