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SUMMARY:Introduction to Wastewater Treatment
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCredit\n3 TCH (Wastewater) \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/intro-ww-11-6/
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:20231103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231103T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T133709Z
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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) \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/prcse-11-3/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T140000
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CREATED:20230906T192059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T201536Z
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SUMMARY:Distribution Exam Preparation Course
DESCRIPTION:This course is designed as a short review for the Vermont Distribution Operator exam. We will review test-taking skills\, exam questions\, math problems\, and general water system operations. We will take a practice exam as a group. \nCredit\n4 TCH (Water) \nHybrid\nThis class will be held simultaneously in-person at our office in Essex and on Zoom. The Zoom link will be emailed the day before class. Click here for more information about webinar trainings. \nIn-person address:\n20 Susie Wilson Rd\, Suite B\nEssex Junction\, VT 05452\nPlease park in lower lot\, behind building. Handicap parking is available in upper lot by entrance. \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/distribution-exam-prep-11-01/
LOCATION:Hybrid (Zoom & Essex)\, 20 Susie Wilson Rd\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Water Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231031T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231031T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T201909
CREATED:20230906T191521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T201644Z
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SUMMARY:Class 3 & 4 Exam Preparation Course
DESCRIPTION:This course is designed as a short review for the Vermont Class 3 and 4 Water Treatment exam. We will review test-taking skills\, exam questions\, math problems\, and general water system operations. We will take a practice exam as a group. \nCredit\n4 TCH (Water) \nHybrid\nThis class will be held simultaneously in-person at our office in Essex and on Zoom. The Zoom link will be emailed the day before class. Click here for more information about webinar trainings. \nIn-person address:\n20 Susie Wilson Rd\, Suite B\nEssex Junction\, VT 05452\nPlease park in lower lot\, behind building. Handicap parking is available in upper lot by entrance. \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/3-4-exam-prep-10-31/
LOCATION:Hybrid (Zoom & Essex)\, 20 Susie Wilson Rd\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Water Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T113000
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CREATED:20230824T193758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T155237Z
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SUMMARY:Recruiting and Retention for Gender Equity
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that job seekers spend just 49.7 seconds reviewing a listing before deciding it’s not a fit? What do potential employees see when they visit your job listings? This workshop will provide a brief recap of the economic benefits of workplace diversity\, and provide tools and strategies for attracting gender diverse candidates to your company or organization. We will review internal and external messaging\, effective job descriptions\, and best practices for interviewing for diversity. Lastly\, we will talk about some benefits and supports that help to create a “human-friendly” workplace that will make any employee want to stay for the long haul! \nCredit:2 TCH (Water & Wastewater) \nWebinarThe Zoom link will be emailed to you the day before class. Please join the Zoom meeting 5-10 minutes before class starts. Click here for more information about Zoom trainings. \nProctorLiz Royer\, VRWA \nInstructorsMargaret Overman and Missy Mackin\, Vermont Works for Women
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/recruiting-retention-10-24/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training,Wastewater Credit,Water Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T141500
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CREATED:20230907T185220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T175951Z
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SUMMARY:Wastewater Operator’s Guide to NPDES Permits and Facility Inspections
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. \nCredit\n3 TCH (Wastewater) \nLocation\nWaterbury Public Library\, SAL Room \nInstructors\nVermont DEC Wastewater Management Program staff \nProctor\nElijah Lemieux (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/npdes-permit-10-19/
LOCATION:VT
CATEGORIES:Cancelled
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T123000
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CREATED:20230828T160548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T135428Z
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SUMMARY:Small Systems Water Treatment Course: Class 2
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis course is designed for those who will be taking the Vermont Class 2 Water Operator Certification Exam. The four-session class provides an overview of how to operate a small public water system using groundwater as a source. Topics include the Safe Drinking Water Act requirements\, source water sampling\, well construction\, source protection\, water storage\, distribution\, hydraulics\, cross-connections\, safety\, disinfection\, treatment\, and relevant math. \nThis class is not designed for the operators of Transient Non-Community Systems (TNCs). \nCredit\n16 TCH (Water) \nTextbook\nIntroduction to Small Water Systems is recommended for this class. You can purchase it here for $60. Please purchase by October 4. \nDates\nThursday\, October 12\nFriday\, October 13\nTuesday\, October 17\nFriday\, October 20\n8 am to 12:30 pm each day \nHybrid\nEach session will be held in-person at our office in Essex and on Zoom. For each session\, you will receive a Zoom link by email the day before class. Click here for more information about webinar trainings. \nIn-person address:\n20 Susie Wilson Rd\, Suite B\nEssex Junction\, VT 05452\nPlease park in lower lot\, behind building. Handicap parking is available in upper lot by entrance. \nInstructor\nTim Russo\, VRWA
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/class-2-fall-2023/
LOCATION:Hybrid (Zoom & Essex)\, 20 Susie Wilson Rd\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Water Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T123000
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CREATED:20230824T182225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T151117Z
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SUMMARY:Busting Gender Bias
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will explore the messages we all received growing up about gender and how those messages continue to influence our attitudes\, beliefs and behaviors today. We will review terms related to gender and discuss gender norms through facilitated small-group conversations. Participants will dive deeper into the concept of implicit bias and learn about microaggressions or “everyday bias” that frequently shows up in more subtle ways. Finally\, participants will learn how to be good allies\, and practice “ready responses” for interrupting bias. \nCredit:\n3 TCH (Water & Wastewater) \nProctor\nLiz Royer\, VRWA \nInstructors\nAlison Lamagna and Missy Mackin\, Vermont Works for Women
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/gender-bias-10-10/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T201909
CREATED:20230523T193518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T184311Z
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SUMMARY:Service Line Inventory Course
DESCRIPTION:Credit: 2 TCH (Water) \nThe new Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR) require every NTNC and community drinking water system to develop a service line inventory by October 2024. This class will discuss how to develop a service line inventory to be in compliance with the LCRR and the State of Vermont. \nWebinar\nThe Zoom link will be emailed to you the day before class. (If you do not receive the link\, first check your spam folder\, then email kboyk@vtruralwater.org before the class start time.) Please log in to Zoom at least 10 minutes before class starts. Click here for more information about Zoom trainings. \nProctor\nMatt Guerino\, VRWA \nInstructor\nBruce King\, Vermont DWGPD
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/service-line-inventory-9-12/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Zoom
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