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2023, 6-01-23, Coliform Sampling, Zoom
Thursday, June 01, 2023, 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM EDT
Category: Half-day Trainings

 

Proper Total Coliform Sampling – Why & How

 (Course ID#: MWWA 21-009)

This half-day class will provide attendees with an overview of the Total Coliform Rule. It will explain in detail the value of having standard operating procedures (SOPs), what to look for in a good sample site, proper sample collection techniques, and tips on completing the paperwork and sample transportation. It will also give an overview of what happens to the samples once they arrive at the laboratory.

This class is a great refresher for veteran operators and is a MUST for any new staff that will be involved in collecting total coliform samples.

 Learning Objectives:

 Review the Revised Total Coliform Rule;
 Explain the components of a standard operating procedure;
 Discuss tips on identifying good sample sites and proper sample collection techniques;
 Understand what happens to the samples once they arrive at the laboratory.

 
 This course is approved for 2 TCHs (Training Contact Hours) for Massachusetts and Rhode Island Water Operators. It will be taught using the Zoom platform.  Participants will need to have a reliable highspeed internet connection and computer device with both video and audio capability. Please review our Student Expectations for Attending Virtual Training at  www.masswaterworks.org/education.

 

LOCATION: Remote Training via Zoom

DATEThursday, June 1, 2023

TIME8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

COST: $50 Members,  $90 Non-Members 

INSTRUCTORS: Dan Laprade (Training Coordinator, Mass Water Works Association)
Kerri Strobeck (Chemist, Mass. Water Resources Authority)
Jim Fitzgerald (Laboratory Supervisor, Mass. Water Resources Authority)
Marcelo Machado (Microbiologist II, Mass. Water Resources Authority) 

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  AGENDA:  
  8:30 – 8:45 AM Course Overview & Introductions
  8:45 – 9:30 AM Review of the Revised Total Coliform Rule
  9:30 – 9:45 AM

Important Consideration Before Collecting the Sample

  9:45 – 10:00 AM Break
  10:15  10:45 AM Proper Operation & Calibration
  10:00  10:40 AM Proper Sample Collection
  10:40  11:00 AM Overview of Laboratory Procedures
  11:00  11:30 AM Q & A, Conclusions, Course Evaluations

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If you need registration assistance please email [email protected] or call 978-263-1388.

ATTENDANCE & TCH POLICY: Participation of the attendees will be confirmed throughout the Zoom session. 
Participation and completion of an online evaluation form are necessary to be eligible for TCHs.
TCH certificates will be issued only when full payment is received.

 


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Before registering, please read our student expectations
for attending virtual training: Virtual Training Guide

 

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IMPORTANT NOTICES

Photograph and Information Release:  Photographs will be taken at this event.  By registering for this event you agree to allow MWWA to use your photo in any MWWA-related publication or social media site.