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SUMMARY:RIRWA Annual Conference  -  May 17th
DESCRIPTION:I am very pleased to inform you of our upcoming Annual Conference to be held on May 17th.  Below you will see attached both flyers and registration forms for both events. If there are any additional questions or inquiries of any kind regarding these events\, please as always\, feel free to contact us at any time. We look forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n2024 Conference Registration Form\n2024 Vendor Registration Form
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/rirwa-annual-conference-golf-tournament-may-16th-17th/
LOCATION:Quonset “O” Club\, 200 Lt James Brown Rd.\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240320T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
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SUMMARY:Emerging Data Technologies for Unaccounted for Water with Meters\, Leak Detection and GIS
DESCRIPTION:Time: 8:00am – 12:00am     Place: 253 Pascoag Main Street\, Pascoag\, RI     TCH(s): 4 (RI DOH) \nCost: FREE                        Instructor: Steve Horn \nCourse Outline: \nWith the need to minimize all water leaks and unaccounted for water\, we will show you how new\ntechnologies combined with standard practices allow water systems to reduce their\nunaccounted water. With data streaming from a variety of sources\, this allows communities to\nstrategically locate and fix their system in a seamless and data driven approach.\nThe presentation will show how water meters and data analytics can identify problem points in\nyour system. We will also demonstrate how coordinated leak detection efforts can capture data\npoints in your distribution network. Bringing all this data into a mapping system to help identify\nand perform efficient work from the office to the outside personnel. Please ask about hybrid\ntraining options. \nInstructor(s):\nSteve Horn is currently part of the Smart Utility Group of Everett J. Prescott. EJP began a new\ndivision in 2023 to focus on smart technologies in water\, sewer and stormwater. Steve covers\nRI\, CT\, and MA for EJP. Steve is on the Board of Directors for MWWA\, a member of RIWWA\,\nNEWEA\, NEWWA\, Plymouth County Water Works\, AWWA (American Water Works\nAssociation) and on the education committee of NEAPWA (New England Chapter of the\nAmerican Public Works Association) (New England Chapter of the American Public Works\nAssociation).\nSteve has 22 years of experience working for Neptune Technology Group for 16 years and\nSedaru Software for 3 years.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/emerging-data-technologies-for-unaccounted-for-water-with-meters-leak-detection-and-gis/
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:20240207T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20231205T145658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T145658Z
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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity in the Water Sector
DESCRIPTION:Time: 9:00am – 11:00am     Place: 95 Cripe Street\, North Kingstown\, RI     TCH(s): 2 (RI DOH) \nCost: FREE                        Instructor: Mike Tetreault \n  \nCourse Outline: \nCybersecurity is the top threat facing business and critical infrastructure in the United States\,\naccording to reports and testimony from the Director of National Intelligence\, the Federal\nBureau of Investigation\, and the Department of Homeland Security. All drinking and wastewater\nsystems should examine cybersecurity vulnerabilities and develop a cybersecurity risk\nmanagement program\, thus mitigating a cyberattack from impacting system operations.\nBreaches in cybersecurity practices can compromise the ability of drinking water to provide\nclean and safe drinking water to customers\, erode customer confidence and result in financial\nand legal liabilities. Cyber-attacks against public water systems and wastewater treatment\nfacilities are increasing. Implementing basic cyber hygiene practices can help your utility\nprevent\, detect\, respond\, and recover from cyber incidents. This two-hour training will consist of\nan overview on cybersecurity in the water sector\, a look at ransomware awareness and\nprevention\, a review of cybersecurity incidents in the water industry\, and a discussion about the\nSCADA Cybersecurity Framework. Please ask about hybrid training options. \n  \nInstructor(s): \nMike Tetreault is the Cybersecurity Advisor (CSA) for Rhode Island (Region 1)\, within the\nIntegrated Operations Division\, Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) of the\nDepartment of Homeland Security (DHS). CISA established ten regional offices across the\ncountry to improve the delivery of the department’s services to critical infrastructure owners and\noperators and state\, local\, tribal\, and territorial partners. CSAs are the front-facing cyber experts\nsupporting regional operations capabilities. Region 1 includes Maine\, New Hampshire\, Vermont\,\nConnecticut\, Rhode Island\, and Massachusetts. Mr. Tetreault manages the major cyber\nengagements in Rhode Island with additional support to region 1\, championing cyber resilience\nto public and private sector partners through a multitude of engagements\, promoting education\nand awareness\, and performing risk assessments.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/cybersecurity-in-the-water-sector-2/
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:20240122T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240122T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20231205T151035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T164642Z
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SUMMARY:Applied Math for Operators
DESCRIPTION:Time: 8:00am – 12:30pm     Place: 70 Romano Vineyard Way\, North Kingstown\, RI     TCH(s): 4 (RI DOH) \nCost: FREE                        Instructor: Hugo Deascentis Jr. \n  \nALL wastewater and/or water professionals-operators\, maintenance\, and management\npersonnel- will benefit from taking this training. This training is planned for those who work in\nthe wastewater and/or water industry. It covers basic math skills and methods for solving math-\nrelated problems that are associated with the daily operation of these utility systems. This 4-\nhour class will also prepare those who are planning to take the exam with typical test problems\nand test taking tips. \nThe following math items will be covered:\n• Basic math fundamentals and functions such as units\, operations\, symbols\, exponents\,\nrounding\, averages\, and percentage\n• Area\, Volume\, Temperature\, Velocity\, Flow\, Detention Time\, Pressure\, and Horsepower\nconversions and calculations\n• The POUNDS FORMULA and all things associated with it – the Davidson Pie\, doses\,\nconcentrations\, F/M ratios and plant efficiencies. \nThroughout the training there will be MANY problems and instruction on how to approach\nproblems on the licensing exams. By the end of this class the participant will be proficient with\nthe Formula Sheet\, the Calculator\, the Davidson Pie\, the Arithmetic and Geometric Means\, and\nrecognize what 7.48\, 1440\, .433 and 8.34 are-among other facts. \nPlease bring a calculator to the training.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/applied-math-for-operators-2/
LOCATION:70 Romano Vineyard Way Conference Room\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Young":MAILTO:myoung@rirwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240116T074500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20231215T180537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T182135Z
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SUMMARY:Hydrants Save Lives
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7:45am – 12:00pm     Place: 95 Cripe Street\, North Kingstown\, RI     TCH(s): 4 (RI DOH) \nCost:  $95 (members)/ $175 (non-members) \nInstructors: Michael Ganam American Flow Control and Guy Canto Romac Industries \nCourse Outline: \nThis training is intended to provide owners\, operators\, technicians\, maintenance and other water professionals with the the basic understanding of the history and how hydrants save lives only when they are in proper working order. \nInstructor(s): \nMichael P Gnaem Jr Began his employment with American Flow Control in 2001\, as a sales representative for the six New England states. Today\, Ganem is Territory Manager responsible for that same area. Ganem hold bachelor’s degree in political science and public administration. He is an active member of the New England Water Works Association. Mike resides in Rhode Island. Mike has been actively teaching hydrant and valves courses for NEWWA\, PCWWA\, RIWWA\, CTRWWA\, Granite State Rural Water\, Maine Rural Water\, MWWA\, Rhode Island Rural Water\, and EJ Prescott Know How Seminars. \nGuy Canto has been a Romac Industries (waterworks) manufacturer’s rep for the past 22 years in New England and New York working at for the past 18 years and prior to that 4 years working for Hancor (HDPE drainage systems).
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/hydrants-save-lives/
LOCATION:95 Cripe Street – North Kingstown\, RI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231108T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231108T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20230920T190653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T152410Z
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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity in the Water Sector
DESCRIPTION:Time: 9:00am – 11:00am     Place: 253 Pascoag Main Street\, Pascoag\, RI      TCH(s): 2 (RI DOH) \nCost: FREE                        Instructor: Mike Tetreault \n  \nCourse Outline: \nCybersecurity is the top threat facing business and critical infrastructure in the United States\, according to reports and testimony from the Director of National Intelligence\, the Federal Bureau of Investigation\, and the Department of Homeland Security. All drinking and wastewater systems should examine cybersecurity vulnerabilities and develop a cybersecurity risk management program\, thus mitigating a cyberattack from impacting system operations. Breaches in cybersecurity practices can compromise the ability of drinking water to provide clean and safe drinking water to customers\, erode customer confidence and result in financial and legal liabilities. Cyber-attacks against public water systems and wastewater treatment facilities are increasing. Implementing basic cyber hygiene practices can help your utility prevent\, detect\, respond\, and recover from cyber incidents. This two-hour training will consist of an overview on cybersecurity in the water sector\, a look at ransomware awareness and prevention\, a review of cybersecurity incidents in the water industry\, and a discussion about the SCADA Cybersecurity Framework. \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/
LOCATION:253 Pascoag Main St. Pascoag\, RI
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Samantha Buhler":MAILTO:rirwa@rirwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231017T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231017T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20230802T190838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T192022Z
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SUMMARY:How to Achieve LCRR Compliance with Confidence
DESCRIPTION:Time: 9:00am – 11:00am     Place: Zoom          TCH(s): 2 (RI DOH) \nCost: Free                            Instructor: Lowell Huffman – Strategic Partnerships for 120Water \n  \nComplying with the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR) can be one of the most complex and time consuming of the Smart Water Drinking Act rules. The good news is resources and technology are available to ensure your system can confidently and effectively develop a successful LCRR program. \nIn this presentation\, you will walk away with a general understanding of what the new rule will require and the day-to-day impact to their team. 120Water will also provide valuable tools and resources you can use to maneuver the complexities of the LCRR and ensure program success. \nLowell Huffman serves as the Director of Strategic Partnerships for 120Water.  Lowell is responsible for collaborating and building strategic partnerships with EPC Firms\, Associations\, Product Manufactures like Hach\, Xylem\, Brita and more\, to strengthen the value chain and bring innovative solutions to utilities for water quality programs like LCR.  Lowell served as the VP of Business Development for the National Retail Hardware Association for 11 years helping independent hardware businesses in rural communities throughout the US.  Lowell has also worked for several start-up technology firms to help them grow and scale their solutions.  He is working with many state associations to bring LCR education to the forefront in an effort to help utilities get ahead of the challenges with the new LCR Revisions. \n10/17 Zoom Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkc-6trTIrH9xM0Giu2vjx57ONNj6knyco
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/how-to-achieve-lcrr-compliance-with-confidence-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Samantha Buhler":MAILTO:rirwa@rirwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230919T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230919T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20230802T190703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T190703Z
UID:2184-1695114000-1695121200@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:How to Achieve LCRR Compliance with Confidence
DESCRIPTION:Time: 9:00am – 11:00am     Place: Zoom          TCH(s): 2 (RI DOH) \nCost: Free                            Instructor: Lowell Huffman – Strategic Partnerships for 120Water \n  \nComplying with the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR) can be one of the most complex and time consuming of the Smart Water Drinking Act rules. The good news is resources and technology are available to ensure your system can confidently and effectively develop a successful LCRR program. \nIn this presentation\, you will walk away with a general understanding of what the new rule will require and the day-to-day impact to their team. 120Water will also provide valuable tools and resources you can use to maneuver the complexities of the LCRR and ensure program success. \nLowell Huffman serves as the Director of Strategic Partnerships for 120Water.  Lowell is responsible for collaborating and building strategic partnerships with EPC Firms\, Associations\, Product Manufactures like Hach\, Xylem\, Brita and more\, to strengthen the value chain and bring innovative solutions to utilities for water quality programs like LCR.  Lowell served as the VP of Business Development for the National Retail Hardware Association for 11 years helping independent hardware businesses in rural communities throughout the US.  Lowell has also worked for several start-up technology firms to help them grow and scale their solutions.  He is working with many state associations to bring LCR education to the forefront in an effort to help utilities get ahead of the challenges with the new LCR Revisions. \n9/19 Zoom Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwrc–hrj8uEtLSDo2Z0tA-8hFTrMycNa8R
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/how-to-achieve-lcrr-compliance-with-confidence/
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Samantha Buhler":MAILTO:rirwa@rirwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230906T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230906T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20230518T213259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T175553Z
UID:2174-1693987200-1694003400@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Fire Hydrant and Valve Operation and Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:Time: 8:00am – 12:30pm     Place: 95 Cripe Street (QDC’s Annex Building)\, North Kingstown\, RI      TCH(s): 4 (RI DOH) \nCost: $95 (members) / $150 (non-members)                            Instructor: Brad Whitaker – Kennedy/MH Valve \n  \nProper Operation and Maintenance of your hydrants and valves is essential for the crucial reliability that we require of these valuable pieces of your infrastructure in addition to prolonging their life and getting the most for your money.  \nThis class will provide you with everything you need to know about basic functioning and maintenance of valves and hydrants in addition to information about how to get most out of these investments in your water system through new pressure monitoring options.  \nBrad has been the district manager for Kennedy Valve for over 25 years. He is responsible for sales in New England through a networking of distributors\, leading the introduction of new products and providing technical support to municipalities and the engineering community.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/fire-hydrant-and-valve-operation-and-maintenance/
LOCATION:95 Cripe Street – North Kingstown\, RI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Samantha Buhler":MAILTO:rirwa@rirwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230628T084500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230628T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20230419T220034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T223938Z
UID:2161-1687941900-1687953600@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Proper Maintenance and Operation of Fire Hydrants and RW Gate Valves / Water System Basics and the Evolution of Pressure Monitoring to Benefit Drinking Water Utilities
DESCRIPTION:Time: 8:45am – 12:00pm     Place: 253 Pascoag Main St\, Pascoag\, RI      TCH(s): 3 (RI DOH) \nCost: Free                            Instructor: Matt Young / Brett Johnson \n  \nPart 1\nUpon taking this class\, operators will have a better understanding of the assembly and testing\nrequirements to build fire hydrants and RW gate valves. Operators will also have a better understanding\nof the history and evolution\, proper installation and troubleshooting of fire hydrants\nand RW gate valves.\n-Proper maintenance and operation of fire hydrants and RW gate valves\n-History and evolution of fire hydrants and RW gate valves\n-Assembly and testing procedures\n-Applicable regulatory standards\n-Installation techniques\n-Troubleshooting \nPart 2\nUpon taking this class\, operators will have a high-level overview of drinking water systems which\nincludes the basics of hydraulics and pressure and an explanation of different technologies being\ndeveloped to benefit drinking water utilities.\n-Evolution of Drinking Water Systems\n-Reasons to Monitor Pressure\n-Different Types of Pressure Monitoring Devices\n-How to Fund These New Technology Devices\n-Relevant Case Studies on Utilities Who Have Benefitted from Full-Time\nPressure Monitoring
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/proper-maintenance/
LOCATION:253 Pascoag Main St. Pascoag\, RI
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Young":MAILTO:myoung@rirwa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230627T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20230612T154502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T154502Z
UID:2181-1687856400-1687867200@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Emerging Contaminants
DESCRIPTION:Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm     Place: 70 Romano Vineyard Way – North Kingstown\, RI     TCH(s): 4 (RI DOH)\nCost: Free                            Instructor: Alex Paille \n  \nAll drinking water\, wastewater and/or water professionals/operators\, \nmaintenance and management personnel will benefit from taking this training. This\ntraining is planned for those who work in the wastewater and/or water industry. The\ntraining covers emerging contaminants which are chemicals or materials characterized\nby a perceived\, potential\, or real threat to human health or the environment or by a lack\nof published health standards. The following topics will be covered: Understanding the\ncomplexity and impacts of Emerging Contaminants\, Being able to identify the sources of Emerging Contaminants\, Learn how chemical development initiated Emerging Contaminants\, Identifying potential treatment options for your facilities.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/emerging-contaminants-4/
LOCATION:70 Romano Vineyard Way Conference Room\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Samantha Buhler":MAILTO:rirwa@rirwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230614T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230614T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20230518T212527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T220810Z
UID:2169-1686729600-1686745800@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Underground Pipe Location of Water & Sewer Lines and Leak Detection
DESCRIPTION:Time: 8:00am – 12:30pm     Place: 253 Pascoag Main St. Pascoag\, RI    TCH(s): 3 (RI DOH) \nCost: $95 (members)/ $150 (non-members)                                          Instructor: Alan Banks \n  \nEffective Leak Detection depends on effective Pipe Location. It is difficult to find a leak sound if you\nare not over the pipe. Class segment discusses\, in depth\, the basic functions of locators and how\nthey work. A discussion of common misuses of pipe locators and how they can confuse people who\ndo not use them every day. An in-depth discussion of how the locators came to be\, why they were\nneeded and demonstrations of how to use them in the proper manner. \nAnd you will learn the leak detection fundamentals and techniques from simple listening with the\nnewest digital acoustic devices to the use and proper application of computerized equipment\, the\nclass will be instructed on all the methods that are available today to determine leak points on\npressurized water lines. \nINSTRUCTOR: \nAlan Banks\, President and Owner of Prowler Water Conservation Systems\, Llc\, – Water & Sewer\nLeak Services. Prowler performs round the clock water leak detection and pipe location services to\nCities and Towns in 7 Northeast States with a crew of 5 technicians. Leak Detection services since\n1975.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/underground-pipe-location-of-water-sewer-lines-and-leak-detection/
LOCATION:253 Pascoag Main St. Pascoag\, RI
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Samantha Buhler":MAILTO:rirwa@rirwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230524T074500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230524T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20230419T215355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T215355Z
UID:2154-1684914300-1684931400@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Applied Math for Operators
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7:45am – 12:30pm     Place: 70 Romano Vineyard Way – North Kingstown\, RI     TCH(s): 4 (RI DOH)\nCost: Free                            Instructor: Matt Young / Hugo Deascentis Jr. \n  \nALL wastewater and/or water professionals-operators\, maintenance\, and management personnel will benefit from taking this training. This training is planned for those who work in the wastewater and/or water industry. It covers basic math skills and methods for solving math-related problems that are associated with the daily operation of these utility systems. This 4-hour class will also prepare those who are planning to take the exam with typical test problems and test taking tips. The following math items will be covered: \n• Basic math fundamentals and functions such as units\, operations\, symbols\, exponents\,\nrounding\, averages\, and percentage\n• Area\, Volume\, Temperature\, Velocity\, Flow\, Detention Time\, Pressure\, and Horsepower\nconversions and calculations\n• The POUNDS FORMULA and all things associated with it – the Davidson Pie\, doses\,\nconcentrations\, F/M ratios and plant efficiencies. \nThroughout the training there will be MANY problems and instruction on how to approach problems on the licensing exams. By the end of this class the participant will be proficient with the Formula Sheet\, the Calculator\, the Davidson Pie\, the Arithmetic and Geometric Means\, and recognize what 7.48\, 1440\, .433 and 8.34 are-among other facts. \nPlease bring a calculator to the training.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/applied-math-for-operators/
LOCATION:70 Romano Vineyard Way Conference Room\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Young":MAILTO:myoung@rirwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230504T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230505T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20230318T150128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T163141Z
UID:2127-1683187200-1683306000@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:RIRWA Annual Conference & Golf Tournament - May 4th & 5th
DESCRIPTION:I am very pleased to inform you of our upcoming Annual Conference to be held on May 4th & 5th. We will be hosting our first annual RIRWA golf tournament on the 4th followed by our Annual Conference to close out the week. Below you will see attached both flyers and registration forms for both events. If there are any additional questions or inquiries of any kind regarding these events\, please as always\, feel free to contact us at any time. We look forward to seeing you there! \nAnnual Conference Flyer & Attendee Registration \nAnnual Conference Vendor Registration \nGolf Tournament Flyer \nGolf Tournament Registration \n 
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/annual-conference/
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230323T074500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230323T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20230212T231142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230212T231142Z
UID:2114-1679557500-1679574600@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Drinking Water Sampling Procedures
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7:45am – 12:30pm     Place: 70 Romano Vineyard Way – North Kingstown\, RI     TCH(s): 4 (RI DOH) \nCost: Free     Instructor: Matt Young \n  \nAll drinking water and/or water professionals – operators\, maintenance\, and management personnel will benefit from taking this training. This training is planned for those who work in the drinking water and/or water industry. It covers basic sampling procedures and methods for properly collecting samples that are associated with the daily operation of public water systems. This 4-hour class will also provide an explanation of why and how proper sampling techniques and procedures are important to keep public water systems compliant for all required analytical testing.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/drinking-water-sampling-procedures-2/
LOCATION:70 Romano Vineyard Way Conference Room\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Young":MAILTO:myoung@rirwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230223T074500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230223T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20221205T224548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221205T224854Z
UID:2064-1677138300-1677155400@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Hazard Communication and Emergency Response for Community Water Systems
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7:45am – 12:30pm     Place: 95 Cripe Street – North Kingstown\, RI     CEU(s): 0.4 \nCost: Free     Instructor: Matt Young \n  \nThe 2018 revisions to the Emergency Planning and Right to Know Act via the America’s Water Infrastructure Act requires Community Water Systems to be notified of any reportable release of an EPCRA hazardous substance or a CERCLA hazardous substance and have access to EPCRA Tier II information. Tier II Facilities are required to report to DEM on an annual basis on hazardous substances stored at their facilities. The EPA requires Community Water Systems to submit Emergency Response Plans under AWIA. With a collaboration of state agencies\, a plan of developing an SOP to promptly notify systems in the event of a releases and help systems plan in case of a release. Tier II facilities will be identified to CWS and know where their source waters are in relation to sources of hazardous substances.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/hazard-communication-and-emergency-response-for-community-water-systems-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Young":MAILTO:myoung@rirwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230126T074500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230126T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20221205T223343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221205T223831Z
UID:2059-1674719100-1674736200@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Hazard Communication and Emergency Response for Community Water Systems
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7:45am – 12:30pm     Place: 95 Cripe Street – North Kingstown\, RI     CEU(s): 0.4 \nCost: Free     Instructor: Matt Young \n  \nThe 2018 revisions to the Emergency Planning and Right to Know Act via the America’s Water Infrastructure Act requires Community Water Systems to be notified of any reportable release of an EPCRA hazardous substance or a CERCLA hazardous substance and have access to EPCRA Tier II information. Tier II Facilities are required to report to DEM on an annual basis on hazardous substances stored at their facilities. The EPA requires Community Water Systems to submit Emergency Response Plans under AWIA. With a collaboration of state agencies\, a plan of developing an SOP to promptly notify systems in the event of a releases and help systems plan in case of a release. Tier II facilities will be identified to CWS and know where their source waters are in relation to sources of hazardous substances.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/hazard-communication-and-emergency-response-for-community-water-systems/
LOCATION:95 Cripe Street – North Kingstown\, RI\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Young":MAILTO:myoung@rirwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221130T074500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221130T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20221124T143500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T155457Z
UID:2046-1669794300-1669811400@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Emerging Contaminants
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7:45am – 12:30pm      Place : 70 Romano Vineyard Way        CEUs: 0.4 \nCost: Free        Instructor: Matt Young \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 affect on drinking water and wastewater.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/emerging-contaminants-5/
LOCATION:70 Romano Vineyard Way Conference Room\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Young":MAILTO:myoung@rirwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221006T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221006T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20220912T164208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T112044Z
UID:1935-1665043200-1665059400@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Advancements in Water Meters and Meter Reading Technology
DESCRIPTION:Time: 8:00am – 12:30pm      Place : 70 Romano Vineyard Way        TCHs: 4.0 \nCost: $95 for Members or $150 for Non-Members        Instructor: Ian Kasowitz \nMetering water usage is not only essential to securing revenue for the system to operate with\, but recent advancements in metering technology have made it possible to indicate to operators and their systems if there are any abnormal conditions in their distributions. This class provides valuable information on these advancements and many other topics related to metering. \nPlease arrive by 7:45am for registration as well as complimentary coffee and donuts. Lunch will also be provided.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/advancements-in-water-meters-and-meter-reading-technology/
LOCATION:70 Romano Vineyard Way Conference Room\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Folco":MAILTO:jfolco@rirwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220810T074500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220810T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20220721T005245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220721T005526Z
UID:1929-1660117500-1660134600@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:A PFAS PRESENTATION
DESCRIPTION:A  PFAS PRESENTATION \nDATE 8/10/2022 \nQuonset Development Corp.\, North Kingstown RI \n0.4 CEU \n7:45-12:30 \nSince the 1940s a group of man-made chemicals\, perfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS)\, have been manufactured and used in a  variety of industries and households. By 2015 EPA phased out two of the PFAS compounds and issued a Health Advisory. Connecticut\, and other states\, are taking measures to address the presence of these contaminants that are found in drinking water supplies and wastewater systems. This presentation will be an overview of the  properties of the chemical\, its health effects\,  and the research\, the challenges to investigate\, monitor\, treat and fund this harmful PFAS chemical contamination. \n$95 – members \n$150 – non members
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/a-pfas-presentation-2/
LOCATION:70 Romano Vineyard Way Conference Room\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Folco":MAILTO:jfolco@rirwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220727T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220727T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20220707T205105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T141027Z
UID:1911-1658908800-1658925000@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Opening for the Season
DESCRIPTION:Opening for the Season \nDATE 7/27/2022 \nTIME 7:45 – 12:30 \nQuonset Development Corp.\, North Kingstown RI \n0.4 CEU \n  \nThe information and instructional material in this four hour training course will provide the Owner/Operator with the knowledge and tools needed to insure a sustainable and efficiently run seasonal public water system. The instructional material and discussion will show the steps needed to be taken and completed before the system start date. This training session focuses on review of the RTCR\, well and system disinfection\, sampling\, reporting and safety concerns.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/opening-for-the-season-2/
LOCATION:70 Romano Vineyard Way Conference Room\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220720T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220720T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20220707T205531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220719T200934Z
UID:1915-1658304000-1658320200@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Drinking Water Sampling Procedures
DESCRIPTION:Drinking Water Sampling Procedures \nDATE 7/20/2022 \nTIME 7:45am – 12:30pm \nQuonset Development Corp.\, North Kingstown RI \n0.4 CEU \n  \nClean drinking water is essential to life and that is why governments\, contract testing labs\, and state-run utilities are increasingly tasked with testing higher volumes of samples\, time-sensitive assays\, even the unexpected emergency\, while adhering to strict and often-changing regulations. Water quality testing is a tool that can be used to help identify safe drinking water\, whether at the source\, within a piped distribution system\, or within the home. Water testing plays an important role in monitoring the correct operation of water supplies\, verifying the safety of drinking water\, investigating disease outbreaks\, and validating processes and preventative measures. This presentation will be an overview of the testing requirements\, sampling concerns\, and other procedural considerations. \n 
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/drinking-water-sampling-procedures/
LOCATION:70 Romano Vineyard Way Conference Room\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220525T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220525T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20220505T013254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220505T013513Z
UID:1890-1653465600-1653481800@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:A PFAS Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Since the 1940s a group of man-made chemicals\, perfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS)\, have been manufactured and used in a  variety of industries and households. By 2015 EPA phased out two of the PFAS compounds and issued a Health Advisory. Connecticut\, and other states\, are taking measures to address the presence of these contaminants that are found in drinking water supplies and wastewater systems. This presentation will be an overview of the  properties of the chemical\, its health effects\,  and the research\, the challenges to investigate\, monitor\, treat and fund this harmful PFAS chemical contamination. \n  \nThis class is being offered for FREE through RIRWA’s EPA Technical Assistance and Training Program.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/a-pfas-presentation/
LOCATION:70 Romano Vineyard Way Conference Room\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220519T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220519T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20220505T012919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220505T013420Z
UID:1888-1652947200-1652963400@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Principles of Iron and Manganese Treatment
DESCRIPTION:All drinking water and/or water professionals\, operators\, maintenance\, and management personnel will benefit from taking this training. This training is planned for those who work in the drinking water industry.  This four-hour course will discuss the causes and characteristics of Iron and Manganese in drinking water. The effectiveness of treatment system options will as be included in this course.\nThe following items will be covered:\n\n\nWhat causes brown water in public drinking water systems?\n\n\nCharacteristics of Iron and Manganese\n\n\nProcesses for Iron and Manganese treatment\n\n\nCommon types of customer complaints and troubleshooting solutions\n\n\nThis course will show that Iron and Manganese are naturally occurring elements commonly found in groundwater and wells. While not considered a health hazard\, their presence often results in staining of laundry and plumbing components\, as well as offensive tastes and appearances. Treatment methods for these elements depend on the form in which they occur in the untreated and treated water. Therefore\, accurate water testing is important before considering your options and selecting treatment equipment.\nThis class is being offered for FREE through RIRWA’s EPA Technical Assistance and Training Program.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/principles-of-iron-and-manganese-treatment/
LOCATION:70 Romano Vineyard Way Conference Room\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220423
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20211025T201643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220320T151310Z
UID:1740-1650585600-1650671999@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:RIRWA Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to welcome all Rhode Island water and wastewater systems and industry professionals to attend our annual conference! There will be a trade show\, TCH approved trainings\, lunch\, networking opportunities and\, of course\, the Best Tasting Water in Rhode Island Competition! \nPlease see the registration flyer below for more details on the event and registration information for both attendees and exhibitors for the trade show. \nAny questions please direct to jfolco@rirwa.org. \n  \n    \n 
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/rirwa-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Quonset “O” Club\, 200 Lt James Brown Rd.\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220330T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220330T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20220204T150700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220205T135138Z
UID:1834-1648627200-1648643400@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Opening for the Season
DESCRIPTION:7:45AM-12:30PM \n95 Cripe Street (QDC’s Annex Building) \nNorth Kingstown RI\, 02852 \nThe information and instructional material that will be provided in this four-hour training course will assist the Owner/Operator for the public water system with the knowledge needed to comply with the Revised Total Coliform Rule (RTCR) and Groundwater Rule. Seasonal startup well and system disinfection will be included as part of the program. The instructional material and discussion will show the steps needed to be taken and completed before the system startup date. The idea of the course is to help with the start-up process at a seasonal public water system\, which is the opportune time for a thorough examination of the water system’s physical components.  If repairs are needed\, they can be accomplished prior to the start of the season without being an imposition on customers. Properly maintained systems are less likely to have water quality problems that can lead to unsatisfied customers as well as increased regulatory oversight. \nInstructor: Matt Young \nThis class has been approved by RI DOH for 4 TCHs (0.4 CEUs). \nThis class is being offered for FREE through the EPA Technical Assistance Program. Pre-Registration is required. \nPlease Contact Matt Young at myoung@asrwwa.org with any questions regarding this class.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/opening-for-the-season/
LOCATION:70 Romano Vineyard Way Conference Room\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220324T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220324T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20220127T192957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T202718Z
UID:1807-1648108800-1648123200@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Hydrants Save Lives; How To Maintain And Repair
DESCRIPTION:7:45AM-12:00PM \n95 Cripe Street (QDC’s Annex Building) \nNorth Kingstown RI\, 02852 \nThis class will demonstrate the importance of hydrants to public safety\, therefor maintenance is key. \nInstructor: Mike Ganem \nThis class has been approved by RI DOH for 4 TCHs (0.4 CEUs). \nMembers: $95 \nNon-Members: $150
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/hydrants-save-lives-how-to-maintain-and-repair/
LOCATION:70 Romano Vineyard Way Conference Room\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220302T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220302T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20220203T200119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T191531Z
UID:1829-1646208000-1646224200@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Drinking Water Sampling Procedures
DESCRIPTION:7:45AM-12:30PM \n95 Cripe Street (QDC’s Annex Building) \nNorth Kingstown RI\, 02852 \nAll drinking water and/or water professionals-operators\, maintenance\, and management personnel will benefit from taking this training. This training is planned for those who work in the drinking water and/or water industry.  It covers basic sampling procedures and methods for properly collecting samples that are associated with the daily operation of public water systems. This 4-hour class will also provide an explanation of why and how proper sampling techniques and procedures are important to keep public water systems compliant for all required analytical testing. \nInstructor: Matt Young \nThis class has been approved by RI DOH for 4 TCHs (0.4 CEUs). \nThis class is being offered for FREE through the EPA Technical Assistance Program. Pre-Registration is required. \nPlease Contact Matt Young at myoung@asrwwa.org with any questions regarding this class.
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/drinking-water-sampling/
LOCATION:70 Romano Vineyard Way Conference Room\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220224T070000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20220126T211448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T014002Z
UID:1799-1645686000-1645704000@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:Why Backflow Devices Are Important To Public Health
DESCRIPTION:7:15AM-12:00PM \n95 Cripe Street (QDC’s Annex Building) \nNorth Kingstown RI\, 02852 \nThis training is intend to provide owners\, operators\, technicians\, maintenance and other water personnel with the basic understanding of the history and importance of backflows to keep potable water safe. \nInstructors: Virginia Bragger and Jimmy Folco \nThis class has been approved by RI DOH for 4 TCHs (0.4 CEUs). \nMembers: $95 \nNon-Members: $150
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/why-backflow-devices-are-important-to-public-health/
LOCATION:70 Romano Vineyard Way Conference Room\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211202T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212653
CREATED:20211025T201457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T171703Z
UID:1737-1638435600-1638446400@rirwa.org
SUMMARY:RIRWA Inaugural Water Rally and Mini Trade Show
DESCRIPTION:View 2021 Water Rally Flyer \n \nRegister as Attendee \nRegister as Vendor
URL:https://rirwa.org/event/inaugural-rirwa-best-tasting-water-competition-and-mini-trade-show/
LOCATION:Quonset “O” Club\, 200 Lt James Brown Rd.\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public
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