RWA Training
Most waterworks operators are required to
maintain their competency through ongoing training. Your
students can save time and money with online training.
A wide array of courses can be taken online to satisfy
local state licensing requirements.
The following outlines provide a sample of the course
content for two popular courses in use at several Rural
Water Associations.
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Basic Water Works |
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Basic Water Works
Operations introduces the relationship
between potable drinking water and
health, and the important role the water
operator plays in maintaining a safe and
ample supply of drinking water.
Water sources,
characteristics, production, treatment,
disinfection, storage and distribution
of potable water are presented along
with instructions on general hazards and
safety practices. Basic water
chemistry and math skills are developed
and applied to the water industry.
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Water Utility Safety |
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A comprehensive safety
course for water utility workers
including an introduction to safety
concepts and programs, chemical safety,
first aid, description and use of
Personal Protective Equipment.
For field workers,
confined space safety, excavating and
trenching safety, biological hazards,
electrical safety, work site protection,
and the safe use of vehicles and other
equipment are covered.
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Sample Courses
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Drinking Water |
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Courses specific to drinking
water licensing requirements:
1. Basic Water Works Operations
2. Surface Water Production I
3. Customer Service Inspections
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Wastewater |
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Courses specific to wastewater
licensing requirements:
1. Wastewater Operations
2. Sampling/Laboratory
Procedures
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