The DEQ, Operator Training Program, will be conducting an Activated Sludge Process Control Part 1 workshop on September 25 - 26, 2012 at the Wolf Creek Water Reclamation Facility, located in Abingdon, VA.

The program will focus on basic concepts of the activated sludge process including common observations, basic process control testing, (e.g., Dissolved oxygen, solids, pH),data interpretation and recordkeeping.

The program's hands on activities will include observation of an activated sludge treatment system and collection and analysis of process control samples.

Managers, operators and operator trainees of activated sludge treatment systems will find this program very helpful.

The workshop has been approved by the State Board for Waterworks and Wastewater Works Operators and Onsite Sewage System Professionals for 2.0 training credits.

Up to 14 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Contact Hours will also be given for completion of the workshop.

To register, download and complete the registration form at http://www.deq.virginia.gov/Programs/Water/WastewaterAssistanceTraining/WastewaterTreatment.aspx

For additional program information contact:

Jason Spicer: 804-698-4143
jason.spicer@deq.virginia.gov

Wayne Staples: 804-698-4109
wayne.staples@deq.virginia.gov

The DEQ, Operator Training Program, will be conducting an Activated Sludge Process Control Part 1 workshop on September 11 - 12, 2012 at the Hampton Roads Sanitation District, VIP Wastewater Treatment Facility located in Virginia Beach, VA.

The program will focus on basic concepts of the activated sludge process including common observations, basic process control testing, (e.g., Dissolved oxygen, solids, pH),data interpretation and recordkeeping.

The program's hands on activities will include observation of an activated sludge treatment system and collection and analysis of process control samples.

Managers, operators and operator trainees of activated sludge treatment systems will find this program very helpful.

The workshop has been approved by the State Board for Waterworks and Wastewater Works Operators and Onsite Sewage System Professionals for 2.0 training credits.

Up to 14 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Contact Hours will also be given for completion of the workshop.

To register, download and complete the registration form at http://www.deq.virginia.gov/Programs/Water/WastewaterAssistanceTraining/WastewaterTreatment.aspx

For additional program information contact:

Jason Spicer: 804-698-4143
jason.spicer@deq.virginia.gov

Wayne Staples: 804-698-4109
wayne.staples@deq.virginia.gov

On September 13, from 1:00 to 2:30 PM EDT, The EPA will host a Webinar on how water and wastewater utilities can engage with various stakeholders in the community to establish sustainability goals that reflect utility and community priorities.

The Webinar will feature presentations by two local leaders about projects in their communities.

The webcast is free. To register, please visit: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/797362152

The DEQ, Operator Training Program Fall/Winter 2012 workshop schedules are now available at http://www.deq.virginia.gov/Programs/Water/WastewaterAssistanceTraining/WastewaterTreatment.aspx

Upcoming workshops include:

Licensure Review
Activated Sludge Process Control
Microscopic Examination (New!!)
Biological Nutrient Removal
Wastewater Math
Small Plant Sampling & Testing

Continuing professional education (CPE) contact hours and Training Credits (TC's) will be given for completion of all programs.

For additional information please contact:

Jason Spicer
jason.spicer@deq.virginia.gov
804-698-4143

Wayne Staples
wayne.staples@deq.virginia.gov
804-698-4106

Workshop Announcement:

The DEQ, Basic and Advanced Wastewater Licensure Review Workshop is scheduled for June 25 - 29, 2012 at the Northern Virginia Community College located in Manassas, VA.

For further information and to register please contact:

Pam Kraemer (703) 257-6563