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SUMMARY:McWane Water Works Day 
DESCRIPTION:Time: 8:00am – 3:00pm     Place: 95 Cripe Street– North Kingstown\, RI     TCH(s): 7 (RI DOH)\nCost: $150 (members)/ $225 (non-members) \n\n\nAll things Ductile \nJeff Houser – McWane Ductile Iron\nA comprehensive overview of the use of ductile iron pipes or water and sewer\napplications. \nValve Basics\, Applications and Best Practices \nMatt Miller – McWane Plant and Industrial\nAn overview of the proper use and maintenance of Double Disc Gate Valves\, Resilient\nSeated Gate Valves\, Plug Valves\, Check Valves and Butterly Valves \nHydrants \nBrett Johnson Clow Valve and Brad Whitaker – Kennedy Valve\nA comprehensive hands on study of fire hydrants: mechanics\, best practices\, and\ntechnologies \nDuctile Iron Fittings \nJason Carrien – Tyler Union\nAn overview of the Key Responsibilities of Ductile Iron Foundries\, AWWA Standards\,\nand fittings installation techniques
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/mcwane-water-works-day/
LOCATION:95 Cripe Street – North Kingstown\, RI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240710T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240710T120000
DTSTAMP:20240625T125416Z
CREATED:20240625T125324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T125416Z
UID:2392-1720598400-1720612800@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Asset Management and Asset Maintenance in Water and Wastewater Systems
DESCRIPTION:Time: 8:00am – 12:00pm     Place: 253 Pascoag Main Street\, Pascoag\, RI     TCH(s): 4 (RI DOH)\nCost: Free                         Instructor: Kevin Martel\, USG Water Solutions & Rick Goyette\, Sherwin-Williams \n\n\nCourse Outline: \nThe first hour of this training session will consist of a presentation from Sherwin-Williams\ncovering Water and Wastewater Coating Systems. The second portion of this training will\nconsist of a three-hour session covering Asset Management and Asset Maintenance in Water\nand Wastewater Systems. This will include:\n1. Background and Introduction\n2. EPA Asset Management\n3. Pipeline Asset Management & Spray in Place Pipe Technology\n4. Tank and Plant Asset Management and Maintenance\n5. Importance of Inspections and Routine Maintenance\n6. Asset Management in the distribution System: Active Mixers\n7. Asset Management for AMI and Smart Metering Solutions \nPlease ask about hybrid training options. \n  \nInstructor(s):\nKevin Martel is a water systems consultant with USG Water Solutions. He has been in the\ncoatings and asset management field for over 16 years and is a NACE certified inspector.\nKevin has spent most of his life here in Rhode Island and currently resides in Barrington with his\nwife and two children.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/asset-management-and-asset-maintenance-in-water-and-wastewater-systems/
LOCATION:253 Pascoag Main St. Pascoag\, RI
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240724T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240724T120000
DTSTAMP:20240717T133333Z
CREATED:20240625T131307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T133333Z
UID:2395-1721808000-1721822400@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Chemical Feed Pumps 101 - CLASS FULL
DESCRIPTION:Time: 8:00am – 12:00pm     Place: 253 Pascoag Main Street\, Pascoag\, RI     TCH(s): 4 (RI DOH)\nCost: Free                         Instructor: Janice Markey \n\n\nCourse Outline: \nCome join us for a targeted presentation on the types and categories of pumps\, best practices\,\nand pump selection. It is the goal of this class to familiarize the attendees with several different\nforms of chemical feed pumps. Please ask about hybrid training options. \nThe class will review:\nBasic operation of the different pump types\nProper selection per the application\nInstallation\nTroubleshooting and maintenance \n  \nInstructor(s):\nJanice Markey\, Municipal Sales Manager\, Maltz Sales Company\nJanice has a Massachusetts Garde 6C Wastewater Operator license. She has been in the\nwastewater industry for more than twenty years and has extensive experience with pumps\,\nchemical feed systems\, multiparameter controllers\, regulatory and permitting issues\, as well as\nsystem upgrades and installations.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/chemical-feed-pumps-101/
LOCATION:253 Pascoag Main St. Pascoag\, RI
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240730T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240730T150000
DTSTAMP:20240719T140959Z
CREATED:20240719T140341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T140959Z
UID:2402-1722344400-1722351600@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:120Water LCRR/I Regional Roundtable: July 30th (Connecticut\, Maine\, Massachusetts\, New Hampshire\, Rhode Island\, Vermont\, New Jersey\, New York)
DESCRIPTION:Join the experts at 120Water on July 30th at 1pm EST to discover trends with how water systems\, states\, and SRF programs in your region are preparing for the requirements associated with the October 16\, 2024 LCRR deadline! Our Director of Water Quality Compliance\, Jonathan Cuppett\, and VP of Marketing\, Isaac Pellerin\, will share: \nWhat is required starting on October 16\, 2024 – Its not just your service line inventory! \nReal world data to show how systems in your region are progressing with their inventories \nWhat regulators and SRF programs in your region are doing to prepare \nWhat does “Life after October 16\, 2024” look like \nA customer guest from your region to share their compliance journey \nWhere 120Water can provide support to your compliance programs \nAll information shared during this session will be hyper relevant to stakeholders in (Connecticut\, Maine\, Massachusetts\, New Hampshire\, Rhode Island\, Vermont\, New Jersey\, New York). \n  \n\nPlease use the link below to register:\n\n\n120Water LCRR/I Regional Round Table – July 30th\, 1pm Eastern
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/120water-lcrr-i-regional-roundtable-july-30th-connecticut-maine-massachusetts-new-hampshire-rhode-island-vermont-new-jersey-new-york/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240918
DTSTAMP:20240819T120021Z
CREATED:20240819T120021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T120021Z
UID:2431-1726444800-1726617599@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:RIDOH + RIRWA + 120Water Service Line Inventory Workshop (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Join Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH)\, 120Water\, and Rhode Island Rural Water Association (RIRWA) on Sept. 16-17\, 2024 for hands-on assistance with your service line inventory! Book your 45-minute in-person time slot before they’re gone! \nhttps://scheduler.zoom.us/d/odezv53c/ridoh-rirwa-120water-service-line-inventory-workshop-in-person \nWhat To Bring: \n• Laptop\n• Any documents or information that will help inform your inventory\, if you need for reference\n• Any progress you’ve made on your inventory to date\n• If you have not started your inventory\, please bring a location file (How to Gather Location Data)\n  \nWhere: (This is NOT a virtual workshop) \nRIRWA Office \n70 Romano Vineyard Way\, Suite 114\, North Kingstown\, RI 02852 \n  \nWe understand LCRR compliance is complex\, and we’re here to help. With the service line inventory deadline quickly approaching\, this workshop gives you direct access to the resources you need to be submission-ready by October 16. Teams from RIDOH\, 120Water\, and RIRWA will be available to answer questions and assist with submission prep. Don’t miss your chance to “ask the experts” your LCRR questions and get hands-on help with your inventory!
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/ridoh-rirwa-120water-service-line-inventory-workshop-in-person/
LOCATION:41 Romano Vineyard Way
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241023T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241023T120000
DTSTAMP:20240724T170437Z
CREATED:20240723T160554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T170437Z
UID:2407-1729670400-1729684800@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Water Storage Tanks\, Maintenance and RI Regulations
DESCRIPTION:Time: 8:00am – 12:00pm     Place: 95 Cripe Street\, North Kingstown\, RI   TCH(s): 4 (RI DOH)\nCost: $95 (member) / $175 (non-member)                        Instructor: Annie Wheeler\, Jeff Scheiwiller \n\n\nCourse Outline: \n\n\nThis training is intended to provide owners\, operators\, technicians\, maintenance\, and other water professionals with the basic understanding of water tanks\, tank maintenance\, and RI Regulations.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInstructor:\n\nAnnie has been employed by Statewide Aquastore since April 2016as the New England Territory Manager. She works with consulting engineers\, municipalities\, and private owners on system design for water and wastewater projects that involve liquid storage tanks. Annie received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Vermont in 2015.\nAnnie travels throughout Maine\, Massachusetts\, Vermont\, New Hampshire\, and Rhode Island providing services and education relative to bolted glass-fused-to-steel liquid storage tanks.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/water-storage-tanks-maintenance-and-ri-regulations/
LOCATION:95 Cripe Street – North Kingstown\, RI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241204T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241204T120000
DTSTAMP:20240724T171948Z
CREATED:20240723T161356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T171948Z
UID:2413-1733299200-1733313600@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:An Overview of Pipe Locating and Leak Detection  Tools and Techniques
DESCRIPTION:Time: 8:00am – 12:00pm     Place: 95 Cripe Street\, North Kingstown\, RI   TCH(s): 4 (RI DOH)\nCost: $95 (member) / $175 (non-member)                        Instructor: Eric Denslow of Eastcom Associates\, Inc. \n  \n\n\nCourse Outline: \n\nPIPE LOCATING\n The class will cover the basic theory of pipe locating for both water and sewer\nutilities including Ground Penetrating Radar.\n How pipe locators work.\n How to troubleshoot difficult locates.\n The reasons for multiple frequencies and when to use which.\n How to handle and avoid bleed off and distorted signals.\n Tools for plastic pipe locating\n How GPR works and when it is / when it is not a viable tool. \nLeak Detection\n The class will cover the basic fundamentals of how we perform leak detection\nsurveys and pinpointing water leaks in system.\n Why we do leak detection and average statistics of water leaks.\n Methods of performing leak surveys and leak pinpointing.\n Types of equipment used for leak detection.\n Analyzing leak survey date and alternative leak detection methods. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nInstructor Bio:\n\n\n\n4 years at the Ocean Twp. MUA in Ocean County\, NJ\n Operated the water plants\, repaired water mains\, maintained sewer\nsystem and sewer lift stations\, responded to mark out requests for water\nand sewer\, etc. \n New Jersey Water Association for 2 years as a Circuit Rider\n Performed pipe locating and water leak detection services for small water\nsystems throughout NJ.\n Used a variety of pipe locating equipment including GPR.\n Eastcom Associates\, Inc. for 16+ years doing sales and training.\n Responsible for the training and locator sales to utilities and contractors\nthroughout New England.\n We sell a variety of equipment for: utility detection (pipes\, cables\, valves\,\netc.) leak detection\, sewer inspection\, small scale excavation and GPS\ndata collection.\n I’ve taught variations of this class for: NJ Water Association\, Atlantic\nStates Rural Water\, MA Rural Water\, VY Rural Water\, Granit State Rural\nWater\, Northeast Gas Association\, Hudson Valley Water Works\nConference\, NY Rural Water Association\, and CT AWWA
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/an-overview-of-pipe-locating-and-leak-detection-tools-and-techniques/
LOCATION:95 Cripe Street – North Kingstown\, RI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241218T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241218T120000
DTSTAMP:20241107T153635Z
CREATED:20241106T183357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T153635Z
UID:2470-1734508800-1734523200@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Electrical Resistance and Other Methods to  Identify LSL Unknowns
DESCRIPTION:Time: 8:00am – 12:00pm     Place: 253 Pascoag Main Street\, Pascoag\, RI   TCH(s): 4 (RI DOH)\nCost: Free Instructor: Mike App \n\n\nCourse Outline:\nThis session will go over a case study of a community who was an early adopter of\nSWORDFISH. We will review three homes\, one known Lead\, one known Copper and one\nunknown. The surveys were all conducted in the same day and the results surprised the utility.\nThe ability to answer the question of lead vs non-Lead now easily\, quickly\, and definitively is not\nimportant for the utility for the BIL but also for it to convey to its rate payers that you are safe\,\nthis issue has been resolved finally for you and your family. The class will also go over the new\nLCRI and its impacts and time horizon. \nInstructor(s):\nMike serves as Electro Scan’s Executive Vice President\, Global Operations. Mike started with\nElectro Scan in 2018. Mike also manages the Product Development for Electro Scan including\nthe new pressurized tools DELTA\, TRIDENT and SWORDFISH. Mike and his family live in\nSyracuse\, New York. \n\n  \nPlease ask about hybrid training options.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/electrical-resistance-and-other-methods-to-identify-lsl-unknowns/
LOCATION:253 Pascoag Main St. Pascoag\, RI
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250212T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250212T150000
DTSTAMP:20250211T162247Z
CREATED:20241011T173635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T162247Z
UID:2444-1739347200-1739372400@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:McWane Water Works Day 
DESCRIPTION:Time: 8:00am – 3:00pm     Place: Kent County Water Authority\, Conference Room 35 Technology Way\, West Greenwich RI     TCH(s): 7 (RI DOH)\nCost: $150 (members)/ $225 (non-members) \n\n\nAll things Ductile \nJeff Houser – McWane Ductile Iron\nA comprehensive overview of the use of ductile iron pipes or water and sewer\napplications. \nValve Basics\, Applications and Best Practices \nMatt Miller – McWane Plant and Industrial\nAn overview of the proper use and maintenance of Double Disc Gate Valves\, Resilient\nSeated Gate Valves\, Plug Valves\, Check Valves and Butterly Valves \nHydrants \nBrett Johnson Clow Valve and Brad Whitaker – Kennedy Valve\nA comprehensive hands on study of fire hydrants: mechanics\, best practices\, and\ntechnologies \nDuctile Iron Fittings \nJason Carrien – Tyler Union\nAn overview of the Key Responsibilities of Ductile Iron Foundries\, AWWA Standards\,\nand fittings installation techniques
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/mcwane-water-works-day-2/
LOCATION:Kent County Water Authority\, Conference Room 35 Technology Way\, West Greenwich RI
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250319T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250319T170000
DTSTAMP:20250220T194946Z
CREATED:20250220T194800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T194946Z
UID:2488-1742403600-1742403600@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:RIRWA Meeting of the Board of Directors
DESCRIPTION:Time: 5:oopm    Place: 70 Romano Vineyard Way Suite 114\, North Kingstown\, RI
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/rirwa-meeting-of-the-board-of-directors/
LOCATION:41 Romano Vineyard Way
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250408T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250408T120000
DTSTAMP:20250310T163829Z
CREATED:20250310T132159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T163829Z
UID:2501-1744099200-1744113600@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Advancements in Water Metering\, Meter Testing & Calibration\, and Network Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:April 8 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm \nVenue: QDC\, The Annex @ 95 Cripe Street\, North Kingstown\, RI. TCH(s): 4 (RI DOH) \nCost: Free     Instructor: Ian Kasowitz\, Stiles Co. \n  \nCourse Outline: \nMeters and Metering Technology \n• Traditional Mechanical Meters and Enhanced Resolution\n• Solid State Meters\n• Electromagnetic Flow Meters and Wastewater Applications\nMeter Reading Technology \n• AMR – Drive-by\n• AMI – Traditional Fixed Networks\n• Managed Solutions/NaaS\nSoftware and Customer Engagement \n• Software as a Service – SaaS\n• Advanced Metering Analytics – AMA\n• Consumer Engagement\nWater Meter Testing and Calibration \n·       Right Sizing \n·       AWWA/STATE Regulations \n·       Source Meter Testing \n·       NRW Impact \n·       Revenue (End User) Meter Testing \nNetwork Monitoring \n·       Pressure Monitoring \n·       Leak Detection \n·       Water Quality Monitoring \nPlease ask about hybrid training options.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/advancements-in-water-metering-meter-testing-calibration-and-network-monitoring/
LOCATION:95 Cripe Street – North Kingstown\, RI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250408T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250408T120000
DTSTAMP:20250310T165239Z
CREATED:20250310T165122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T165239Z
UID:2505-1744099200-1744113600@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Confined Space Refresher Course     ***FULL***
DESCRIPTION:April 8th @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm \nVenue: Kent County Water Authority\, Conference Room\, 35 Technology Way\, West Greenwich\, RI.  \nCost: $95 (member) / $175 (non-member)   \n***This class if FULL. If you are interested in hosting or attending a confined space refresher course please contact Virginia Bragger at virginia@rirwa.org or call 401-585-5973 for more information. *** \nCourse Outline: \nThis is a refresher course.  This will not serve as a certification.  Topics covered will be: \no OSHA 1926 & 1910 standards\no What is a confined space and planning for entry\no Identifying hazards before entering and while occupied.\no Gas detectors how to use and how to calibrate and how often.\no Different gases and the percentages requirements and symptoms.\no Atmospheric detection and monitoring.\no Equipment and how to inspect it.\no Permit required and  hot work\no Work with and practice set up equipment\no Rescue techniques\nInstructor:  \nVirginia Bragger\, 25 years in the water works industry and passionate about educating best practices for the industry.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/confined-space-refresher-course-full/
LOCATION:Kent County Water Authority\, Conference Room 35 Technology Way\, West Greenwich RI
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250409T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250409T120000
DTSTAMP:20250310T165220Z
CREATED:20250310T165220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T165220Z
UID:2509-1744185600-1744200000@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Confined Space Refresher Course     ***FULL***
DESCRIPTION:April 9th @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm \nVenue: Kent County Water Authority\, Conference Room\, 35 Technology Way\, West Greenwich\, RI.  \nCost: $95 (member) / $175 (non-member)   \n***This class if FULL. If you are interested in hosting or attending a confined space refresher course please contact Virginia Bragger at virginia@rirwa.org or call 401-585-5973 for more information. *** \nCourse Outline: \nThis is a refresher course.  This will not serve as a certification.  Topics covered will be: \no OSHA 1926 & 1910 standards\no What is a confined space and planning for entry\no Identifying hazards before entering and while occupied.\no Gas detectors how to use and how to calibrate and how often.\no Different gases and the percentages requirements and symptoms.\no Atmospheric detection and monitoring.\no Equipment and how to inspect it.\no Permit required and  hot work\no Work with and practice set up equipment\no Rescue techniques\nInstructor:  \nVirginia Bragger\, 25 years in the water works industry and passionate about educating best practices for the industry.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/confined-space-refresher-course-full-2/
LOCATION:Kent County Water Authority\, Conference Room 35 Technology Way\, West Greenwich RI
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250423T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250423T170000
DTSTAMP:20250310T165608Z
CREATED:20250310T165608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T165608Z
UID:2512-1745427600-1745427600@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:RIRWA Meeting of the Board of Directors
DESCRIPTION:Time: 5:oopm    Place: 70 Romano Vineyard Way Suite 114\, North Kingstown\, RI
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/rirwa-meeting-of-the-board-of-directors-2/
LOCATION:41 Romano Vineyard Way
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250506T120000
DTSTAMP:20250428T181446Z
CREATED:20250317T113748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T181446Z
UID:2519-1746518400-1746532800@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Chemical Feed Pumps 201
DESCRIPTION:May 6 @ 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nVenue: Kent County Water Authority\, Conference Room\, 35 Technology Way\, West Greenwich\, RI. TCH(s): 4 (RI DOH) \nCost: Free     Instructor: Janice Markey \nCourse Outline: \nCome join us for this advanced hands-on class where the participants will install\, troubleshoot\, and repair a variety of chemical feed pumps. The class will review different accessories and types of pumps. The class will have a targeted presentation and discussions specific to the needs of the water/wastewater industry. Please ask about hybrid training options. \nCLASS AGENDA \n• Introduction & Class Objectives\n• Review of pump types\n• How to choose the correct pump and pump technology\n• Advanced pump installation methods\n• Pacing of pumps\n• Flow-pacing capabilities of pumps\n• Review recommended maintenance and technologies\n• Hands-on maintenance: Calibration of Chemical Feed pump with Calibration Column\nInstructor(s): \nJanice Markey\, Municipal Sales Manager\, Maltz Sales Company \nJanice has a Massachusetts Garde 6C Wastewater Operator license. She has been in the wastewater industry for more than twenty years and has extensive experience with pumps\, chemical feed systems\, multiparameter controllers\, regulatory and permitting issues\, as well as system upgrades and installations.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/chemical-feed-pumps-201/
LOCATION:Kent County Water Authority\, Conference Room 35 Technology Way\, West Greenwich RI
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250531
DTSTAMP:20250404T174413Z
CREATED:20241031T140904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T174413Z
UID:2462-1748476800-1748649599@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:RIRWA Annual Conference and Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Our 2025 Annual Conference and Golf Tournament are approaching fast! Please use the links below to access the flyers and registration forms for these events. \n  \n2025 Conference Flyer and Registration \n2025 Golf Flyer and Registration \n2025 Vendor Registration
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/rirwa-annual-conference-and-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:Quonset “O” Club\, 200 Lt James Brown Rd.\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250529T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250529T170000
DTSTAMP:20250310T170205Z
CREATED:20250310T170205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T170205Z
UID:2514-1748534400-1748538000@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:RIRWA Meeting of the Board of Directors
DESCRIPTION:This meeting will follow our annual conference. \nLocation: Quonset “O”Club\, 200 Lt. James Brown Road\, North Kingstown\, RI
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/rirwa-meeting-of-the-board-of-directors-3/
LOCATION:Quonset “O” Club\, 200 Lt James Brown Rd.\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250617T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250617T120000
DTSTAMP:20250422T143210Z
CREATED:20250422T143210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T143210Z
UID:2526-1750147200-1750161600@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Emerging Contaminants
DESCRIPTION:June 17 @ 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nVenue: 95 Cripe St\, North Kingstown\, RI.   CEU: 0.4 \nCost: Free      \nCourse Outline: \nEmerging contaminants are synthetic or naturally occurring chemicals or any microorganisms that are not commonly monitored in the environment\, but have the potential to enter the environment and cause known or suspected adverse ecological and/or human health effects. Emerging contaminants\, or contaminants of emerging concern\, can refer to many different kinds of chemicals including medicines\, personal care or household cleaning products\, lawn care and agricultural products. According to EPA\, an emerging contaminant is a chemical or material characterized by a perceived\, potential\, or real threat to human health or the environment\, or by a lack of published health standards. This is a four-hour training course to discuss these contaminants and their effect on drinking water and wastewater.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/emerging-contaminants-6/
LOCATION:95 Cripe Street – North Kingstown\, RI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250628
DTSTAMP:20250617T102335Z
CREATED:20250617T102335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T102335Z
UID:2541-1750982400-1751068799@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:LCRI: What Rhode Island Water Systems Need To Know
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, June 27th at 10:00 AM \n  \nRegister below for this upcoming PWS Portal Training. All Rhode Island Water Systems (CWS and NTNCWS) are required to submit their baseline inventory utilizing PWS Portal. \nhttps://120water.com/2025-ri-state-training-registration/ \n  \nThe training will focus on how to utilize 120Water’s PWS Portal to prepare for LCRI compliance. We will discuss how to check on your inventory and customer notice certification status\, how to utilize the public transparency dashboard\, and how to create and execute on a plan that prepares you for the November 1st\, 2027 deadline. \nRemember: PWS Portal is a tool you can and should be using on an ongoing basis to manage and prioritize your LCRI efforts to set yourself up for success. All Rhode Island water systems (CWS or NTNCWS) must submit their baseline service line inventories to RIDOH with PWS Portal. \nIf you have questions or need help accessing your account\, please send an email to support@120water.com for further assistance.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/lcri-what-rhode-island-water-systems-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250717T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250717T120000
DTSTAMP:20250627T152304Z
CREATED:20250627T152304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T152304Z
UID:2545-1752739200-1752753600@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Increasing Revenue and Operating Efficiencies Through Metering Analytics\, Services\, and Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:July 17 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm\nVenue: 253 Pascoag Main Street\, Pascoag\, RI TCH(s): 4 (RI DOH)\nCost: Free     Instructors: Steve Horn\, Liam Flaherty \nCourse Outline: \nThis training session dives into the evolving landscape of the water meter market\, spotlighting innovative strategies to enhance data analytics and drive revenue growth without breaking the bank. We’ll explore how modern meter testing\, optimization techniques\, and next-gen radio technologies are reshaping operational efficiency\, unlocking smarter decisions\, better service\, and bigger savings. Please ask about hybrid training options. \n\nInstructor(s): \nSteve Horn began his utility industry career in 2001 with Neptune \nTechnology Group and was the Territory Manager in New England for 16 \nyears. In 2018\, Steve became the Regional Solutions Manager for Sedaru\, a \nleading ESRI-based asset management solutions provider for the public \nworks and water industry. In 2021\, Mr. Horn joined EJ Prescott with their \nSmart Utility Group handling meters\, software\, IoT\, GIS\, and other \nconnected solutions. \n\nA career in the water industry unfolded unexpectedly but serendipitously for Liam during his sophomore year of college. His profound love for the outdoors and the environment\, as well as his fascination with understanding how things work\, led him to discover the perfect blend while working as a technician replacing water meters on a project in Vermont over winter break.\nFollowing that\, Liam joined an engineering firm as a project manager\, overseeing various drinking-water projects\, primarily focusing on AMI/AMR and metering. Balancing his love for the mechanical with his inner nerd\, his role with EJP provides the ideal intersection. As the New England Manager of EJP’s Smart Utility Professionals\, Liam actively projects the industry’s trajectory\, identifying challenges\, helping teammates develop strategic initiatives\, and concurrently devising turnkey solutions. Beyond his professional pursuits\, Liam enjoys boating\, hiking\, fishing\, hunting\, and motorcycling. \n 
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/increasing-revenue-and-operating-efficiencies-through-metering-analytics-services-and-maintenance/
LOCATION:253 Pascoag Main St. Pascoag\, RI
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251209T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251209T110000
DTSTAMP:20251124T135817Z
CREATED:20251030T124921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T135817Z
UID:3071-1765270800-1765278000@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:2025 Chemical Safety in your Plant
DESCRIPTION:December 9 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am \nVenue: QDC\, The Annex @ 95 Cripe Street\, North Kingstown\, RI \nTCH(s): 2 (RI DOH) \nCost: Free     Instructor: Janice Markey \nMaltz Sales Company is pleased to offer a comprehensive training session on Chemical Safety in Water & Wastewater Facilities. This course is designed to reinforce essential safety principles and provide practical guidance on handling the chemicals commonly used in plant operations. Whether you’re an operator\, supervisor\, or safety coordinator\, this course reinforces a culture of safety and preparedness across all levels of plant operations. Please ask about hybrid training options. \nCourse Highlights: \n\nFundamental safety principles and regulatory overview\nGeneral chemical safety practices\nPPE selection and usage\, including gloves and eyewear\nCommon chemical interactions and potential hazards\nFocused discussion on chemicals specific to water and wastewater treatment\n\nInstructor(s): \nJanice Markey\, Municipal Sales Manager\, Maltz Sales Company \nJanice has a Massachusetts Grade 6C Wastewater Operator license. She has been in the wastewater industry for more than twenty years. She has extensive experience with pumps\, chemical feed systems\, multiparameter controllers\, regulatory and permitting issues\, as well as system upgrades and installations.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/2025-chemical-safety-in-your-plant/
LOCATION:95 Cripe Street – North Kingstown\, RI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Young":MAILTO:myoung@rirwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260127T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260127T110000
DTSTAMP:20260109T171501Z
CREATED:20250821T134626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T171501Z
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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity in the Water Sector
DESCRIPTION:January 27 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am \nVenue: Clear River Electric & Water District\, 253 Pascoag Main Street\, Pascoag\, RI 02830 \nTCH(s): 3 (RI DOH) \nCost: Free     Instructor: Mike Tetreault \nCourse Outline: \nCybersecurity is now recognized as the top threat to U.S. businesses and critical infrastructure\, according to testimony from the Director of National Intelligence\, the FBI\, and the Department of Homeland Security. Drinking water and wastewater systems are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks\, posing serious risks to public health\, operational continuity\, and customer trust. \nTo help utilities strengthen their defenses\, this three-hour training will provide essential guidance on building a cybersecurity risk management program and implementing basic cyber hygiene practices. These steps can help your utility prevent\, detect\, respond to\, and recover from cyber incidents. \n Training Overview \n\nCybersecurity in the Water Sector: Current threats\, vulnerabilities\, and federal guidance\nRansomware Awareness & Prevention: Trends\, tactics\, and mitigation strategies\nCase Studies: Real-world cybersecurity incidents in the water industry\nSCADA Cybersecurity Framework: Best practices for securing industrial control systems\n\n Why It Matters \n\nCyber breaches can compromise water quality and system reliability\nAttacks erode public confidence and expose utilities to legal and financial liabilities\nFederal agencies\, including EPA and CISA\, are urging utilities to take proactive steps\n\nAsk us about in-person\, virtual\, or blended formats to suit your team’s needs. \nInstructor(s): \nMike Tetreault is the Cybersecurity Advisor (CSA) for Rhode Island (Region 1)\, within the Integrated Operations Division\, Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). CISA established ten regional offices across the country to improve the delivery of the department’s services to critical infrastructure owners and operators and state\, local\, tribal\, and territorial partners. CSAs are the front-facing cyber experts supporting regional operations capabilities. Region 1 includes Maine\, New Hampshire\, Vermont\, Connecticut\, Rhode Island\, and Massachusetts. Mr. Tetreault manages the major cyber engagements in Rhode Island with additional support to region 1\, championing cyber resilience to public and private sector partners through a multitude of engagements\, promoting education and awareness\, and performing risk assessments. \n• ​Attacks erode public confidence and expose utilities to legal and financial liabilities \n• ​Federal agencies\, including EPA and CISA\, are urging utilities to take proactive steps \nAsk us about in-person\, virtual\, or blended formats to suit your team’s needs. \nInstructor(s): \nMike Tetreault is the Cybersecurity Advisor (CSA) for Rhode Island (Region 1)\, within the Integrated Operations Division\, Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). CISA established ten regional offices across the country to improve the delivery of the department’s services to critical infrastructure owners and operators and state\, local\, tribal\, and territorial partners. CSAs are the front-facing cyber experts supporting regional operations capabilities. Region 1 includes Maine\, New Hampshire\, Vermont\, Connecticut\, Rhode Island\, and Massachusetts. Mr. Tetreault manages the major cyber engagements in Rhode Island with additional support to region 1\, championing cyber resilience to public and private sector partners through a multitude of engagements\, promoting education and awareness\, and performing risk assessments.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/cybersecurity-in-the-water-sector-3/
LOCATION:253 Pascoag Main St. Pascoag\, RI
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Young":MAILTO:myoung@rirwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260625T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260625T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T185922Z
CREATED:20260203T190200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T185922Z
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SUMMARY:Emerging Contaminants
DESCRIPTION:June 25 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm\nVenue: 41 Romano Vineyard Way\, North Kingstown\, RI 02852 \nTCH(s): 3 (RI DOH)\nCost: Free      \nInstructor: Amber Fagan \nCourse Description:  Emerging contaminants are chemicals and microorganisms that are not routinely monitored but\nare increasingly being detected in water resources nationwide. These substances—such as\npharmaceuticals\, personal care products\, household cleaners\, lawn care chemicals\, and\nagricultural byproducts—pose potential risks to both environmental and human health.\nThis four‑hour training is designed for drinking water and wastewater professionals who want a\nclear understanding of what emerging contaminants are\, why they matter\, and how they affect\nsystem operations. We’ll review current EPA perspectives\, discuss real‑world impacts on\ntreatment processes\, and explore strategies for identifying\, managing\, and communicating about\nthese contaminants within your community.\nIdeal for operators\, supervisors\, and staff involved in water quality\, compliance\, planning\, or\nsystem management.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/lcri-your-unknowns-and-electrical-resistance/
LOCATION:41 Romano Vineyard Way
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
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