Vermont Rural Water Association

Discharges from Breweries and Food Industries to Your WWTF
2024-03-21 08:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | National Life Complex, Dewey Building, 1 National Life Drive, Montpelier, VT, 05602, United States
Description
Breweries and specialty food industries are popular in Vermont, but wastewater discharged by these industries to your municipal wastewater treatment facility can have significant impacts on system efficacy and operational costs. This class will provide an understanding of the pollutants discharged from these industries, the impacts on your WWTF, and how to work with these industries to reduce their impacts on your facility. You will learn how to assess and limit the impact of these industries before problems occur at your WWTF.
Credit:
4 TCH (Wastewater)
Proctor
Wayne Graham (Vermont Rural Water Association)
Instructor
Randy Bean

TNC Operations
2024-03-15 09:00 - 12:30 | Zoom, Zoom
Description
This 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.
For Class 1B operators, this course will fulfill the requirement to obtain 3 continuing education credits prior to renewal of your certification.
Credit
3 TCH (Water)
Instructor
Meredith Maskell (VT Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division)
Proctor
Tim Russo (Vermont Rural Water Association)
CLASS FULL
This class will be offered again on May 2. Register at https://vtruralwater.org/trainings/tnc-operations-5-2/

Vermont WWTFs and PFAS
2024-03-14 09:00 - 12:15 | National Life Complex, Dewey Building, 1 National Life Drive, Montpelier, VT, 05602, United States
Description
This very informative class will detail the state of the forever pollutants including PFAS in wastewater facilities and residuals (sludges). The following will be covered in detail: source sampling, identification, and reduction; industrial user cooperation and monitoring requirements to allow for the elimination of commercial sources; and potential of surface water and residuals PFAS limits.
Credit:
3 TCH (Wastewater)
Proctor
Wayne Graham (Vermont Rural Water Association)
Instructor
Eamon Twohig

Basic Math for Water and Wastewater Operators
2024-03-14 08:30 - 14:30 | Vermont Rural Water Association, 20 Susie Wilson Rd, Essex Junction, VT, 05452, United States
Description
This 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.
Attendees 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.
Credit
5 TCH (Water & Wastewater)
Instructor
Paula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)

Basic Wastewater Course
2024-03-13 08:00 - 2024-05-01 15:00 | Chester Public Safety Building, 130 Pleasant St, Chester, VT, 05143, United States
Dates
March 13
March 20
March 27
April 3
April 10 – on Zoom
April 17
April 24
May 1
8 am to 3 pm each day
Description
This eight-week course will prepare attendees to take the Grades 1, 2, or 3 Domestic Wastewater certification exams, and is a great primer for those taking higher grade exams. Attendees will learn the basic concepts of wastewater treatment from collection system to final disposal of effluents and solids.
The course will be taught by Elijah Lemieux, Wayne Graham, and Paula Jackson from the Vermont Rural Water Association, along with guest presenters to provide expertise on specific topics.
Textbook
The course is based on Operation of Wastewater Treatment Plants (Volume 1, 8th edition) by the Office of Water Programs. All students are required to have a copy of this book. You can purchase it for $100 when you register for this class.
Credit
48 TCH – Wastewater
Cost
$685 (with textbook)
$585 (no textbook)
Math Class
Students are encouraged to attend Basic Math for Water and Wastewater Operators. It will be offered on March 14 in Essex and March 28 in Rutland.
Register early! The maximum class size is 20.
This class will be also offered in Montpelier, VT beginning in January. See https://vtruralwater.org/trainings/basic-ww-winter2024/

Distribution Course
2024-03-07 08:30 - 2024-04-18 15:30 | Rutland WWTP, 94 Greens Hill Lane, Rutland, VT, 05701, United States
Dates & Locations
Thursday, March 7 – Rutland
Tuesday, March 19 – Zoom
Wednesday, March 27 – Rutland
Thursday, April 4 – Rutland
Thursday, April 11 – Rutland
Thursday, April 18 – Zoom
8:30 am to 3:30 pm each day
Description
This 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.
Textbooks
The following books are required for all students:
Water Distribution System Operation and Maintenance (Office of Water Programs, Sacramento State)
Water System Operations Water Distribution, Grades 1 & 2 (American Water Works Association)
In addition, Water Operator Certification Exam Prep (American Water Works Association) is recommended.
These books can be purchased along with your registration and will be distributed on the first day of class.
Credit
36 TCH (Water)
Location
Most class sessions will be held in-person at the Rutland Wastewater Treatment Facility. Two class sessions will be held on Zoom (see above).
Instructor
Paula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
Additional Classes
The following classes are also recommended for those who will be taking certification exams:
Basic Math for Water and Wastewater Operators: March 14 in Essex or March 28 in Rutland
Advanced Math for Water Operators: March 21 in Essex
Distribution Exam Preparation Course: April 29 in Rutland
Exam
Find information about the Distribution Certification Exam at https://dec.vermont.gov/water/drinking-water/public-water-system-operator-certification/public-water-system-operator-exams

Class 4 Water Treatment Course
2024-03-06 08:30 - 2024-04-19 15:30 | Waterbury Municipal Center, Community Room, 28 N Main St, Waterbury, VT, 05676, United States
Dates & Locations
Wednesday, March 6 – Waterbury
Tuesday, March 12 – Waterbury
Tuesday, March 19 – Zoom
Tuesday, March 26 – Waterbury
Tuesday, April 2 – Zoom
Tuesday, April 9 – Waterbury
Tuesday, April 16 – Zoom
Friday, April 19 – Waterbury
8:30 am to 3:30 pm each day
Description
This 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.
Textbooks
The following books are required for all students:
Water Treatment Plant Operation, Volume 1 (Office of Water Programs, Sacramento State)
Water System Operations Water Treatment, Grade 2 (American Water Works Association)
In addition, Water Operator Certification Exam Prep (American Water Works Association) is recommended.
These books can be purchased along with your registration and will be distributed on the first day of class.
Credit
48 TCH (Water)
Location
Most 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).
Instructor
Paula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
Additional Classes
The following classes are also recommended for those who will be taking certification exams:
Basic Math for Water and Wastewater Operators: March 14 in Essex or March 28 in Rutland
Advanced Math for Water Operators: March 21 in Essex
Class 4 Exam Preparation Course: May 1 in Waterbury
Exam
Find 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

Class 3 Water Treatment Course
2024-03-06 08:30 - 2024-04-09 15:30 | Waterbury Municipal Center, Community Room, 28 N Main St, Waterbury, VT, 05676, United States
Dates & Locations
Wednesday, March 6 – Waterbury
Tuesday, March 12 – Waterbury
Tuesday, March 19 – Zoom
Tuesday, March 26 – Waterbury
Tuesday, April 2 – Zoom
Tuesday, April 9 – Waterbury
8:30 am to 3:30 pm each day
Description
This 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.
Textbooks
The following books are required for all students:
Small Water System Operation and Maintenance (Office of Water Programs, Sacramento State)
Water System Operations Water Treatment, Grade 2 (American Water Works Association)
In addition, Water Operator Certification Exam Prep (American Water Works Association) is recommended.
These books can be purchased along with your registration and will be distributed on the first day of class.
Credit
36 TCH (Water)
Location
Most 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).
Instructor
Paula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
Additional Classes
The following classes are also recommended for those who will be taking certification exams:
Basic Math for Water and Wastewater Operators: March 14 in Essex or March 28 in Rutland
Advanced Math for Water Operators: March 21 in Essex
Class 3 Exam Preparation Course: April 30 in Rutland
Exam
Find 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

Principles of Nitrogen Removal
2024-02-29 09:00 - 15:00 | National Life Complex, Dewey Building, 1 National Life Drive, Montpelier, VT, 05602, United States
Description
This class will cover an introduction to nitrogen removal techniques and practices. It will include discussions of the forms and sources of nitrogen in wastewater, nitrogen analyses for process control, the biology of nitrification and denitrification, the Anamox process (anaerobic ammonia oxidation), process control schemes for nitrogen removal including cyclical aeration, and troubleshooting nitrogen treatment problems.
Credit:
5 TCH (Wastewater)
Proctor
Elijah Lemieux (Vermont Rural Water Association)
Instructor
Paul Olander

Source Protection Plan Update Workshop
2024-02-27 09:00 - 11:30 | Vermont Rural Water Association, 20 Susie Wilson Rd, Essex Junction, VT, 05452, United States
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Description
Does your drinking water system need to update its Source Protection Plan (SPP)? Join our Source Water Specialist for a workshop-style training designed to help you understand the requirements of these plans, how to complete necessary updates, or just to take a closer look at your existing plan for tips and ideas on how to improve it. This training is designed for operators, system owners, or anyone involved in the update process to help ensure your plan is at its best and meets all applicable requirements. Please bring your existing Source Protection Plan with you, as well as a laptop if you are able.
Credit
2 TCH (Water)
Instructor
Brad Roy (Vermont Rural Water Association)
Proctor
Tim Russo (Vermont Rural Water Association)

TNC Operations
2024-02-22 09:00 - 12:30 | Zoom, Zoom
Description
This 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.
For Class 1B operators, this course will fulfill the requirement to obtain 3 continuing education credits prior to renewal of your certification.
Credit
3 TCH (Water)
Instructor
Meredith Maskell (VT Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division)
Proctor
Tim Russo (Vermont Rural Water Association)

OSHA: Environmental Awareness and Workplace Violence
2024-02-22 09:00 - 12:30 | Zoom, Zoom
Description
Workplace violence is any act or threat of physical violence that occurs at the work site. It ranges from harassment and verbal abuse to physical assaults and even homicide. There is a potential for workplace violence at treatment plants and when water and wastewater workers are in the field. For example, shutting off customers’ water has provoked gun violence against workers.
In the world we live in, environmental awareness is a must. This class will teach how to be more aware of potential threats. We will discuss administrative steps you can take to protect employees such as having a workplace shooter plan and written safety procedures for field work. Training your team to be more aware of the environment may save their lives.
Credit
3 TCH (Water & Wastewater)
Instructor
Paula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)

Safety: Bloodborne Pathogens, PPE, and Ladder Safety
2024-02-20 09:00 - 12:30 | Vermont Rural Water Association, 20 Susie Wilson Rd, Essex Junction, VT, 05452, United States
Description
This class will cover several safety considerations for water and wastewater personnel. First, we will look at bloodborne pathogen threats in the water resources industry as well as 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.
Credit
3 TCH (Water & Wastewater)
Instructor
Paula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)

Flood Response Roundtable
2024-01-26 09:00 - 12:30 | Vermont State University – Johnson, Bentley Hall, 337 College Hill Rd, Johnson, VT, 05656, United States
Description
Was your water or wastewater system impacted by recent flooding? Do you want to learn how to be better prepared for a future flood? Join this roundtable discussion where operators, technical assistance providers, and state employees who responded to this summer’s catastrophic flooding will share their experiences and lessons learned. The focus of this this discussion will be the immediate response during a flood and the initial recovery, rather than long-term rebuilding and funding.
A light breakfast buffet will be served.
Credit
3 TCH Water & Wastewater
Location
Performance Space in Stearns Hall at Vermont State University – Johnson (formerly Northern Vermont University – Johnson). Parking is available at Bentley Parking Lot or Service Drive Lot across College Hill Rd, opposite Stearns Hall. Click here to see a campus map. Please note that smoking is not allowed on campus.
Instructors
To be announced
Proctor
Liz Royer (Vermont Rural Water Association)

Financial Modeling
2024-02-15 12:00 - 14:30 | Zoom, Zoom
Description
Long-term financial planning is an important part of sustainability for water and wastewater systems. A financial model is essential for appropriately setting rates, building reserves, and keeping up with long-term capital needs. This training will provide attendees with a basic model for financial forecasting as well as tips and tricks for using Excel.
Credit
2 TCH (Water & Wastewater)
Webinar
The Zoom link will be emailed to you the day before class. Please join the Zoom meeting at least 10 minutes before class starts. Click here for more information about Zoom trainings.
Instructor
Michael Gaughan (Vermont Bond Bank)
Proctor
Liz Royer (Vermont Rural Water Association)

Principles of Phosphorus Removal
2024-02-15 09:00 - 15:00 | National Life Complex, Dewey Building, 1 National Life Drive, Montpelier, VT, 05602, United States
Description
This class will cover an introduction to chemical and biological phosphorus removal techniques and practices. It will include discussions of the forms and sources of phosphorus in wastewater, chemical removal processes, jar testing, biological removal processes, using the ortho-phosphate analysis for process control, experiences in optimizing phosphorus removal coming out of the EPA/DEC optimization grant, and influent phosphorus control.
Credit:
5 TCH (Wastewater)
Proctor
Elijah Lemieux (Vermont Rural Water Association)
Instructor
Paul Olander

Operation and Maintenance of Distribution Systems
2024-02-06 09:00 - 12:30 | Mack Building, 20 Church St, Orleans, VT, United States
Description
Water distribution systems and storage tanks are the most vulnerable part of a water system for contamination. This class will take a look at contamination vulnerabilities in a water distribution system. Attendees will learn basic hydraulics, contamination pathways, cross connection control, and operation and maintenance of water storage tanks. The maintenance activities we will discuss include proactive leak detection, distribution system flushing, and water quality sampling.
Credit
3 TCH (Water)
Instructor
Paula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)

Cybersecurity and Internet Safety
2024-01-24 09:00 - 11:30 | Hybrid (Zoom & Essex), 20 Susie Wilson Rd, Essex Junction, VT, 05452, United States
Description
Cybersecurity means protecting computers and computer-based technology from attacks and hackers. This has become a concern for water and wastewater systems in recent years, but it can be hard for operators to understand the technical aspects of cybersecurity. This class will cover cybersecurity considerations for water and wastewater systems in an easy-to-understand format. We will begin by talking about the most important things that everyone can do to keep their personal information and computers safe, like using strong passwords and learning to avoid dangerous emails. Next, we will talk about ways to protect a water/wastewater system’s computers (as well as SCADA) and what to do in the event of an attack. We will look at recent case studies of water and wastewater systems that have experienced cyber attacks. Finally, we will look at some resources that are available for free to help water and wastewater systems improve their cybersecurity.
Credit
2 TCH (Water & Wastewater)
Hybrid
This class will be held simultaneously in-person at our office in Essex and on Zoom. You will receive the Zoom link by email the day before class. Click here for more information about webinar trainings.
In-person address:
20 Susie Wilson Rd, Suite B
Essex Junction, VT 05452
Please park in lower lot, behind building. Handicap parking is available in upper lot by entrance.
Proctor
Forest Anderson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
Instructor
Katherine Boyk (Vermont Rural Water Association)

Cross Connection Control
2024-01-18 09:00 - 12:30 | Rutland WWTP, 94 Greens Hill Lane, Rutland, VT, 05701, United States
Description
Cross connections in public water systems can cause adverse health effects to consumers if a control program is not in place. High-risk businesses such as car washes, hospitals, manufacturing facilities, funeral parlors, and veterinarian clinics may pose hazards to a water system if they do have adequate backflow prevention.
This course will discuss the process of identifying high-risk hazards and choosing the appropriate backflow prevention device based on the level of risk.
Credit
3 TCH (Water)
Instructor
Paula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)

Wastewater Operator’s Guide to NPDES Permits and Facility Inspections
2024-01-18 08:00 - 11:30 | National Life Complex, Dewey Building, 1 National Life Drive, Montpelier, VT, 05602, United States
Description
This class will cover recent changes to permits as a result of EPA’s review of the program and updated Vermont Water Quality Standards, updates to nForms, and common questions/issues with the nForm. We will also go over the state process for inspecting wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, and collection systems. Learn how to be prepared for an inspection, including paper work that you will need to have available. Finally, we will review operator succession planning and test taking tips.
Credit
3 TCH (Wastewater)
Proctor
Elijah Lemieux (Vermont Rural Water Association)
Instructors
Wastewater Management Program staff

Water Treatment: Chlorination
2024-01-16 09:00 - 12:30 | Zoom, Zoom
Description
What contamination events warrant shock chlorination procedures? We will discuss events such as flooding, loss of water system pressure, and shock chlorination of water storage tanks and distribution piping. Continuous chlorination requires knowledge by water system operators to ensure that public health is protected. Chlorine chemistry is an integral part of water treatment that should be understood by water system operators. Students will learn what breakpoint chlorination is and how to ensure they are achieving it at their treatment facilities. Sodium hypochlorite feed equipment can cause problems; we will look at the issues and how to avoid a sodium hypochlorite feed pump malfunctions. This training session will look at shock chlorination procedures, water storage tank disinfection, and pipeline disinfection.
The class will also look at proper dechlorination procedures when flushing hydrants or after shock chlorinating. We will explore dechlorination methods and equipment.
Credit
3 TCH (Water)
Webinar
The Zoom link will be emailed to you the day before class. Please join the Zoom meeting at least 10 minutes before class starts. Click here for more information about Zoom trainings.
Instructor
Paula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)

Operation and Maintenance of Distribution Systems
2024-01-11 09:00 - 12:30 | Zoom, Zoom
Description
Water distribution systems and storage tanks are the most vulnerable part of a water system for contamination. This class will take a look at contamination vulnerabilities in a water distribution system. Attendees will learn basic hydraulics, contamination pathways, cross connection control, and operation and maintenance of water storage tanks. The maintenance activities we will discuss include proactive leak detection, distribution system flushing, and water quality sampling.
Credit
3 TCH (Water)
Webinar
The Zoom link will be emailed to you the day before class. Please join the Zoom meeting at least 10 minutes before class starts. Click here for more information about Zoom trainings.
Instructor
Paula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
CLASS FULL
This class will be offered again on February 6 in Orleans—you can register for it here. Or sign up for the waitlist below.

Basic Wastewater Course
2024-01-10 08:00 - 2024-02-28 15:00 | National Life Complex, Dewey Building, 1 National Life Drive, Montpelier, VT, 05602, United States
Dates
January 10, 17, 24, 31
February 7, 14, 21, 28
8 am to 3 pm each day
Description
This eight-week course will prepare attendees to take the Grades 1, 2, or 3 Domestic Wastewater certification exams, and is a great primer for those taking higher grade exams. Attendees will learn the basic concepts of wastewater treatment from collection system to final disposal of effluents and solids.
The course will be taught by Elijah Lemieux, Wayne Graham, and Paula Jackson from the Vermont Rural Water Association, along with guest presenters to provide expertise on specific topics.
Textbook
The course is based on Operation of Wastewater Treatment Plants (Volume 1, 8th edition) by the Office of Water Programs. All students are required to have a copy of this book. You can purchase it for $100 when you register for this class.
Credit
48 TCH – Wastewater
Cost
$685 (with textbook)
$585 (no textbook)
Math Class
Students are encouraged to attend Basic Math for Water and Wastewater Operators. It will be offered on December 13 in Essex, March 14 in Essex, and March 28 in Rutland.
Register early! The maximum class size is 20.
This class will be offered again in Chester, VT beginning in March. See https://vtruralwater.org/trainings/basic-ww-spring2024/

Basic Math for Water and Wastewater Operators
2023-12-13 09:00 - 13:30 | Vermont Rural Water Association, 20 Susie Wilson Rd, Essex Junction, VT, 05452, United States
Description
This 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.
Attendees 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.
Credit
4 TCH (Water & Wastewater)
Instructor
Paula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)

Troubleshooting Sequencing Batch Reactors (SBRs)
2023-12-12 09:00 - 12:30 | Zoom, Zoom
Description
This class describes the conditions and bacterial activities that occur during fill phase (static, mixed and aerated), react phase, settle phase and decant phase of an SBR. Nitrification and denitrification in an SBR are described as well as biological and chemical phosphorus removal. The development of aerobic (oxic), anoxic and anaerobic/fermentative conditions are presented, and the techniques for monitoring, troubleshooting and adjusting phase times to improve oxic, anoxic and anaerobic/fermentative conditions are offered. These techniques include periodic sampling for values and changes in values for alkalinity/pH, dissolved oxygen, ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, reactive (orthophosphate) phosphorus, BOD-to-COD ratio and oxidation-reduction potential (ORP).
Credit
3 TCH (Wastewater)
Proctor
Elijah Lemieux (Vermont Rural Water Association)
Instructor
Michael Gerardi

Corrosion Control and Polymers
2023-12-05 09:00 - 12:30 | Zoom, Zoom
Description
The first part of this class will focus on distribution system corrosion and methods to combat it. Topics covered include: what is corrosion and what causes it, why some waters are more corrosive than others, problems corrosion causes, lead/copper rules, and using phosphates and pH adjustment to combat corrosion.
In the second part, we will look at polymer use for solids separations, including: what is polymer and how does it work, storage and handling, mixing and using polymer, how to make adjustments, and spill clean-up.
Credit
3 TCH (Water & Wastewater)
Webinar
The Zoom link will be emailed to you the day before class. Please join the Zoom meeting at least 10 minutes before class starts. Click here for more information about Zoom trainings.
Proctor
Tim Russo (Vermont Rural Water Association)
Instructor
Ryan Peebles (Clean Waters Inc)

Water Treatment: Chlorination
2023-11-28 09:00 - 12:30 | Vermont Rural Water Association, 20 Susie Wilson Rd, Essex Junction, VT, 05452, United States
Description
What contamination events warrant shock chlorination procedures? We will discuss events such as flooding, loss of water system pressure, and shock chlorination of water storage tanks and distribution piping. Continuous chlorination requires knowledge by water system operators to ensure that public health is protected. Chlorine chemistry is an integral part of water treatment that should be understood by water system operators. Students will learn what breakpoint chlorination is and how to ensure they are achieving it at their treatment facilities. Sodium hypochlorite feed equipment can cause problems; we will look at the issues and how to avoid a sodium hypochlorite feed pump malfunctions. This training session will look at shock chlorination procedures, water storage tank disinfection, and pipeline disinfection.
The class will also look at proper dechlorination procedures when flushing hydrants or after shock chlorinating. We will explore dechlorination methods and equipment.
Credit
3 TCH (Water)
Instructor
Paula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)

Trench and Excavation Safety
2023-11-16 09:00 - 12:30 | Vermont Rural Water Association, 20 Susie Wilson Rd, Essex Junction, VT, 05452, United States
Water 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.
Credit
3 TCH (Water & Wastewater)
Instructor
Paula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)

Water Treatment: Microbiology
2023-11-14 09:00 - 12:30 | Vermont Rural Water Association, 20 Susie Wilson Rd, Essex Junction, VT, 05452, United States
This class looks at different types of microorganisms found in drinking water sources or that could possibly enter drinking water through water system vulnerabilities. Participants will learn about different types of microorganisms and their health effects. We will look at where microbes come from, how they enter drinking water systems, and how to protect drinking water systems from these microorganisms.
Credit
3 TCH (Water)
Instructor
Paula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)

Introduction to Wastewater Treatment
2023-11-06 09:00 - 12:30 | Vermont Rural Water Association, 20 Susie Wilson Rd, Essex Junction, VT, 05452, United States
This course introduces new wastewater staff to all components of wastewater treatment, starting with where wastewater comes from. What are the characteristics and contaminants that make up wastewater? We will look at components of a wastewater collection system, including pump stations. Then we will examine each process in wastewater treatment. Students will learn each treatment process and what contaminants are removed during these processes.
Credit
3 TCH (Wastewater)
Instructor
Paula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
