CONTINUING EDUCATION TRAINING SURVEY for FRWA 2011 ...

CONTINUING EDUCATION TRAINING SURVEY for FRWA 2011 - 2012Help us plan which types of training that you would like to see next year by answering a few questions!Circle or Check your training preference in each row.Very likely to AttendLikely to AttendMight AttendUnlikely to AttendWater and Wastewater Operations and Maintenance Training SessionsFRWA training classes are generally one-day or a half-day in length and provide 0.6 CEU or 0.3 CEU credits andPDHs. The charge for pre-registration at a class that provides continuing educational units (CEUs) class is $25 perclass for FRWA Members and $50 per class for non-members. FRWA normally provides all the training equipmentand training materials as part of the charge.1 2 3 4 SCADA for Water / Wastewater Systems1 2 3 4 Cyber Security for Water / Wastewater Systems1 2 3 4 Process Evaluation and Control for Water / Wastewater Systems1 2 3 4 Effective Water Distribution System Flushing1 2 3 4 Corrosion in Water Systems and Corrosion Treatment Principles & Practices1 2 3 4 Phosphate Applications for Calcium, Iron and Manganese Sequestering Principles & Practices1 2 3 4 Surface Water Treatment including Microfiltration and Ultrafiltration1 2 3 4 Water Audits, Leak Detection, Conservation & Conservation Planning1 2 3 4 Drought Management & Planning for Reductions to Consumptive Use Permits1 2 3 4 Energy Conservation Planning For Water and Wastewater Systems1 2 3 4 Management for Treatment and Distribution Operators Principles & Practices1 2 3 4 Chloramination & Nitrification in Water Systems Principles & Practices1 2 3 4 Chemical Metering Pumps Design, Maintenance and Operation1 2 3 4 Water Storage Considerations – Cleaning, Inspections, Operation, Pumping, Recirculation, etc.1 2 3 4 Water and Wastewater Process Sampling for Field Personnel1 2 3 4 Hurricane Preparedness: Best Management Practices for Hurricane Response1 2 3 4 Effective Application of 3-Phase & Single Phase Generators1 2 3 4 IDSE and Stage 2 Disinfection By-Product Rule – Compliance & Monitoring Strategies1 2 3 4 Disinfection By-Product Production and Control1 2 3 4 Advanced Water Process Troubleshooting (Coag, Lime Softening, RO, & Corrosion Control)1 2 3 4 Chlorination and Disinfection Principles & Practices1 2 3 4 Electrical Maintenance for water and wastewater treatment operators1 2 3 4 Basic Electricity and Workplace Safety for Water and Wastewater Operators1 2 3 4 Water Distribution Hydraulics & Quality Issues for Water Treatment Operators1 2 3 4 Water System Budgeting and Planning1 2 3 4 Sanitary Surveys - What to Look for and Using Them to Improve Operations1 2 3 4 Updates to FDEP Rules & Regulations (62-500, 62-555, Groundwater Rule, Lead & Copper)1 2 3 4 Water Sampling Techniques & Understanding Lab Results1 2 3 4 Troubleshooting Water Well Problems1 2 3 4 Effective use of Pumps, Motors, Controls, Variable Frequency Drives, etc.1 2 3 4 Water Plant Safety (Lock-Out Tag-Out, Process Safety & Confined Space Entry)1 2 3 4 Cross Connection Control and Backflow Prevention (uses the FRWA template)1 2 3 4 Emergency Operation and Response for W/WW Utilities1 2 3 4 Developing Effective O&M and Preventative Maintenance Programs (FRWA Template)Circle or Check your training preference in each rowHurricane Preparedness Drill (1 or 2-day class) FRWA conducts an Emergency Preparedness1 2 3 4 Drill that tests the effectiveness of the utility’s Hurricane Response Plan. The drill acquaints the utility with FL EOC,FLAWARN and FEMA procedures and incorporates DEP Storm Tracker Program.Florida Rural Water AssociationWater and Wastewater Training Needs Assessment

Circle or check your attendance preference in each row.Very likely to AttendLikely to AttendMight AttendUnlikely to AttendWater / Wastewater Administration & Management Training SessionsThese are typically half-day sessions are designed for Utility Managers, Supervisors, and Board members whodesire refresher training on various topics. They are available through FRWA and provide 0.5 CEUs / 5 PDHs forwater and wastewater and water distribution operators:1 2 3 4 Construction Management – How to do it yourself and things to avoid1 2 3 4 Engineering Firms and the Consultant Competitive Negotiations Act1 2 3 4 Assessment Management and Preventative Maintenance Programs1 2 3 4 Long Term Planning, Capital Improvements Programs, and Utility Budgeting / Estimating1 2 3 4 Rate Structures W/WW – Designing, Principles, Pricing Options, Conservation, Affordability, etc.1 2 3 4 Impact / Capacity Fees and Full Cost Pricing1 2 3 4Utility Board Training – mission, duties, responsibilities, good meetings, officers, managers,communications, budgets, audits, etc.1 2 3 4 Management Ethics and Utility Operation1 2 3 4 Funding W/WW Projects – SRF, USDA Rural Development, Bridge Loans, etc.1 2 3 4 Retaining and Hiring Quality Personnel & Other Human Resources / Management Issues1 2 3 4 Emergency Response Plan Preparation (uses FRWA template)Circle or Check your training preference in each rowWater / Wastewater Operator Certification Education / ExperienceFRWA classes for A, B, C & D Water or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Examination and Water Distribution.The class and training materials are provided at no charge to FRWA members.1 2 3 4 Class D Water Treatment Plant Operator (2-day class, no CEUs provided)1 2 3 4 Class D Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (2-day class, no CEUs provided)1 2 3 4 Class A & B Water Treatment Plant Operator (2-day class, no CEUs provided)1 2 3 4 Class C Water Treatment Plant Operator (2-day class, no CEUs provided)1 2 3 4 Class C Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (2-day class, no CEUs provided)1 2 3 4 Level 1 Water Distribution Operator (4-day class, no CEUs provided)1 2 3 4 Level 2, 3 & 4 Water Distribution Operator (all levels) (4-day class, no CEUs provided)1 2 3 4 Water Distribution Operator Review (1-day class, no CEUs provided)Geographic Preference for Training LocationsCircle or check your geographic preference for FRWA training using the table and Location MapInclude your name and utility so we can contact you about hosting or locating a session in your area.Your Name:Your Position: Owner Administrator Utility Supervisor or ManagerDistrict Location FDEP District Office1 Northwest Pensacola2 Northeast Jacksonville3 Central Orlando4 Southeast Fort Myers5 South Tampa6 Southwest West Palm BeachCircle or Check your FDEP DistrictYour Utility:Operator Other (list):Florida Rural Water AssociationWater and Wastewater Training Needs Assessment