Small Public Water System Operator Grade 1A Course

Location
NH Department of Environmental Services


Small Public Water System Operator Grade 1A Training Course

September 14, 16, 21, & 23, 2021 / 5:00-8:00 PM

Hybrid learning format: Two Virtual Classes and Two In-person Classes

In-Person Classes: September 14 and 21 at NH Department of Environmental Services, Rooms 110-114, 29 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH. You will need a photo ID to enter. Please arrive 20 minutes early for class.  Directions to NHDES offices at 29 Hazen Dr. Concord, NH 03301

Virtual Classes: September 16 and 23, Zoom link will be emailed prior to start of course.  An optional math review session will be offered from 4 pm to 5 pm on September 23.

This educational course is designed for owners, operators and other persons currently involved in, or looking to become involved in, the management and operation of small public drinking water systems. The course is designed to provide fundamentals on the theory and practical knowledge required to maintain and operate a small public water system. The course is specifically geared toward individuals interested in becoming certified water works operators in the State of New Hampshire. No prior experience required.

Credits: Ten training contact hours (10 TCHs) will be awarded upon completion of the course. Partial credit is not given for partial attendance.
Instructors: Marco Philippon of the City of Concord Water Treatment Plant, and Ian Rohrbacher of the City of the Rochester Water Treatment Plant.
Cost: $50 per person
Topic to be Discussed Include:
  • Basic Water Chemistry
  • Corrosion Control
  • Cross Connection Control
  • Disinfection
  • Drinking Water Mathematics
  • Duties and Responsibilities of an Operator
  • Leak Detection
  • NH Drinking Water Regulations
  • Record Keeping
  • Safe Drinking Water Act Standards
  • Safety
  • Sampling Requirements & Protocols
  • Source Protection
  • Water System Components: Storage, Pipes, Pumps & Valves
  • Water System Hydraulics
  • Water Sources
  • Water Treatment Processes

IA Class Registration: To register complete the Registration form below and pay with a credit card via PayPal (PayPal membership not required), or mail a check made out to NHWWA, to 18 N. Main St., Suite 308, Concord, NH 03301. Questions: email info@nhwwa.org or call 603-415-3959.  Please notify NHWWA at least 21 days in advance at info@nhwwa.org if you require special accommodation to attend this event.

NOTE – NHDES Operator Exams October 5, 2021: For individuals interested in becoming a NH certified water works operator, or testing for a higher level of certification, the next certification exams will be offered in person on Tuesday October 5, 2021 in Concord NH.  To register for the IA exam, complete the on-line form [NH Online Forms System – Application for Water Works Operator Certification. Version 1.4] and return it with your payment of $50, made payable to Treasurer, State of NH, to the Drinking Water & Groundwater Bureau.  Questions:  contact Jason Smith of NHDES at (603) 271-2410 or via email at  jason.m.smith2@des.nh.gov.

Registration

Registrations are closed for this event.