Jan
30
Tue
Small Wastewater Systems @ MTS Training Center
Jan 30 – Jan 31 all-day

Length: 2 day(s)

Times: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
CEUS: 1.2
Fee: $534.1
Description:

This 2 day Small Wastewater Systems course will be of value to operators of wastewater systems, particularly those that serve a population of less than 500. Upon completion of the course, students will have satisfied the training requirements which, combined with appropriate experience, will make them eligible to write the Small Wastewater Systems exam for the Environmental Operators Certification Program.

**Note: Certification exams require separate application 3 weeks in advance. Please contact the Environmental Operator Certification Program to register**

Feb
1
Thu
Small Water Systems @ MTS Training Center
Feb 1 – Feb 2 all-day

Length: 2 day(s)

Times: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
CEUS: 1.2
Fee: $534.1
Description:

The Small Water Systems course provides a working knowledge of water distribution and water treatment practices, focusing on the basic aspects of system construction, operations, and maintenance. This 2 day course will be of value to all operators of water distribution and/or water treatment systems, particularly those that serve a population of less than 500. Upon completion of the course, students will have satisfied the training requirements which, combined with appropriate experience, will make them eligible to write the Small Water Systems exam for the Environmental Operators Certification Program.

This course will be followed by an EOCP examination session at the end of the second day of the course.

**Note: Certification exams require separate application 3 weeks in advance. Please contact the Environmental Operator Certification Program to register**

Feb
6
Tue
Cross Connection Control Awareness @ MTS Training Center
Feb 6 all-day

End: February 6th, 2018
Location: Vernon – MTS Training Center
Length: 1 day(s)
Times: 8:00am to 4:30pm
CEUS: 0.6
Fee: $310.1
Description:

This 1 day (0.6 CEU accredited) program will cover all aspects of cross connections as published in the Cross Connection Control Manual published by the AWWA Canadian Cross Connection Control 2007 Manual published by the Western Canada Section American Water Works Association (WCS AWWA) and is delivered primarily in a classroom setting, agenda items include:

  • Introduction to Cross Connection Controls
  • Causes of backflow
  • Health aspects
  • Legal aspects
  • Recommended backflow prevention procedures
  • Application of backflow prevention procedures
  • Types of backflow preventers
  • Recommended installation procedure
  • Recommended cross connection control program start up
  • Review of the testing process
Feb
7
Wed
Confined Space Awareness @ MTS Training Center
Feb 7 all-day

End: February 7th, 2018
Location: Vernon – MTS Training Center
Length: 1 day(s)
Times: 8:00am to 4:30pm
CEUS: 0.6
Fee: $310.1Description:

This 1 day program is designed for utility operators, construction workers and anyone required to work in and around confined spaces. The session provides a review of confined space entry programs & procedures as listed in the WCB Regulations, as well as a demonstration of equipment and personal protective equipment. Agenda items include:

  1. Definitions – To Comprehend CS terminology
  2. General Requirements & Responsibilities – Understanding the basic requirements & responsibilities of a CS Program
  3. CS Identification & Hazard Assessments – How to inventory CS & procedures for hazard assessments
  4. Lockout & Isolation – Requirements & application of lockout & isolation procedures
  5. Verification, Testing & Isolation – How to properly monitor, record & reduce atmospheric hazards
  6. Standby Personnel & Rescue – Understanding standby responsibilities & Rescue procedures
  7. Fall Protection & Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) – Requirements for and use of equipment and PPE

 

  1. CS Program Implementation & Manual – How to implement or update a CS Program
Feb
14
Wed
Hypo Chlorination @ MTS Training Center
Feb 14 all-day

End: February 14th, 2018

Location: Vernon – MTS Training Center
Length: 1 day(s)
Times: 8:00am to 4:30pm
CEUS: 0.6
Fee: $310.1
Description:

This 1 day course is designed for the small system operator who is responsible for or will be responsible for the operation of a hypo-chlorinator. The program covers the basic aspects of hypo chlorination.

Broken into three modules:

  • Basic principles and concepts
  • Math
  • Hands on pump maintenance, trouble shooting, repairs and residual monitoring devises.

This course highlights the importance of disinfection and the monitoring process, concepts of chlorination, the types of hypo chlorites as well as safety and handling practices. The math will be a refresher of basic volume calculations then build into dilution factors and concentration calculations.

Operators will have access to a variety of hypo-chlorinators.

Feb
15
Thu
Jar Testing @ MTS Training Center
Feb 15 all-day

End: February 15th, 2018

Location: Vernon – MTS Training Center
Length: 1 day(s)
Times: 8:00am to 4:30pm
CEUS: 0.6
Fee: $310.1

Description:

Designed for water treatment plant operators, this 1 day program is focused on the procedures, process and interpretation of jar testing. Additional information and descprition to be provided soon.
Recertification for Backflow Assembly Testers @ MTS Training Center
Feb 15 – Feb 16 all-day

Length: 2 day(s)

Times: 8 to 4:30 then 8 to 11am
CEUS: 0.9
Fee: $478.1
Description:

Beginning in 2010, BCWWA requires all certified Backflow Assembly Testers to re-certify every 5 years. This Recertification program meets the requirements of the BCWWA and provides existing certified testers the opportunity to ensure that are up to date with the latest testing procedures and current reference materials such as AWWA Canadian Cross Connection test requirements, plumbing code and local bylaw changes. This 10 hour course includes:

Current Test Procedure review

  • RP
  • DCVA
  • PVB
  • SRPVB
  • New forms, common errors

Summary of applicable standards as of the date of the course delivery

  • CSA
  • Canadian Cross Connection Manual
  • Plumbing Code (building code)
  • Current AWWA Canadian CCC tester certification policies
  • Local bylaws

This course is followed by a BCWWA Tester Recertification examination session which includes the practical and written examination.

The exam typically starts at Noon on the last day.

**NOTE: Registration for the exam is separate, please go to www.bcwwa.org to register for the exam (2 weeks prior to program)**

**AWWA Canadian Cross Connection Control Manual is “not” included in cost**

Feb
16
Fri
UV Disinfection @ MTS Training Center
Feb 16 all-day

End: February 16th, 2018

Location: Vernon – MTS Training Center
Length: 1 day(s)
Times: 8:00am to 4:30pm
CEUS: 0.6
Fee: $310.1

Description:

This one day course is intended for water and wastewater operators who’s systems have ultra violet (UV) disinfection. The session includes class room and lab components covering the basic principles of UV, its bactericidal properties, applications as well as operations and maintenance of the equipment and lights.

UV Disinfection Processes & Techniques @ MTS Training Center
Feb 16 all-day

End: February 16th, 2018

Location: Vernon – MTS Training Center
Length: 1 day(s)
Times: 8:00am to 4:30pm
CEUS: 0.6
Fee: $310.1

Description:

This one day course is intended for water and wastewater operators who’s systems have ultra violet (UV) disinfection. The session includes class room and lab components covering the basic principles of UV, its bactericidal properties, applications as well as operations and maintenance of the equipment and lights.

Feb
22
Thu
Mechanical Restraint and Casing Spacer Training @ City of Nanaimo, Public Works Meeting Room
Feb 22 @ 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm

The use of Mechanical Restraint on PVC, Ductile Iron , HDPE, and Steel pipes has grown exponentially in our Municipal industry with more Utilities now preferring good Mechanical Restraint instead of concrete thrust blocks.

This course will review the history of the growth and today’s newer broader supply of many methods of restraining flanges on pipes and restraining pipe fittings of all types on PVC , Ductile Iron , HDPE and Steel pipes.

The design of mechanical restraint will be taught, allowing the operator to determine easily how many pipe joints should be restrained .

The proper installation methods for each type will be explained , and this will be followed be every operator installing restrainers on various pipes , with proper use of torque wrenches and where they are needed.

There are some confusing terms in the industry of casing spacers – We will explain the differences and how many types there are to show the difference between Restrained Casing Spacers , and Casing Spacers that are restrained!

Operators will get 0.3 CEUs for completion of this training!

Please note: Anyone attending will need to sign in at the front office, a High Vis Vest has to be worn to cross the property to the meeting room.