Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
3927
Course Name
Concepts of Drinking Water Treatment
Contact Hours
7.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water
Partner Name
Maryland Center for Environmental Training
Primary Contact
Rachel Pingitore
rpingitore@mcet.org
3019347519 Ext.
Website
Description
Totally new to the drinking water treatment field or just looking for a refresher? Recently hired apprentices and trainees will be introduced to the Safe Drinking Water Act and how it applies to the operator. The concepts of water sources, water storage and distribution systems will be introduced during this course. Other topics covered will include basic concepts of pumping and pressure maintenance, disinfection, storage tanks, fluoridation, corrosion control, and plant safety. Participants will further discuss the key elements of an effective safety program.
Course Level
Basic thru Intermediate
Course Content
* Safe Drinking Water Act information and application
* Water sources, storage, and distribution systems
* Pumping and pressure maintenance
* Disinfection, fluoridation, and corrosion control
* Storage tanks
* Safety
Target Audience
Operators with less than 2 years experience, operators with experience who wish for a refresher class in the basics.
Training Format
Classroom