Useful Links
Water Environment Federation – http://www.wef.org – The best source for training materials and an online discussion board with operators and engineers posting questions and answers.
The BEST training manual and study guide available for wastewater treatment operators.
Free webinars on a ton of different topics from Water Environment Federation.
Manual of Practice 11 – The best source of study materials for certification exams. Download individual chapters as you study for your exams.
A wonderful new lab manual written for operators by operators — Indigo Water Group was the lead author on this new publication from Water Environment Federation. Basic Laboratory Procedures for the Operator-Analyst It’s a must have for all wastewater labs.
Montana State University Drinking Water Courses and Operator Basics — These courses require Flash to operate and may not work on newer computers after Dec 31, 2020. http://www.montanawatercenter.org/training
A fabulous way to estimate your staffing needs: http://neiwpcc.org/information-center/technical-guides/
Small Water Supply keeps track of training events around the country and has links to treatment videos, free webinars, and lots of other great stuff.
Rocky Mountain Water Environment Association –http://www.rmwea.org
Need the PEST software? Visit our PEST Questions page.
EPA has an interactive CD to help distribution system operators learn about regulations and how to collect samples. Order your copy here.
Need practice questions for collections? Visit www.sewergeek.com for great free downloads.
Free training on electrical safety: https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/mining/works/coversheet1839.html
Online safety training: http://www.compliancetrainingonline.com/confined_space.cfm
Looking for an EPA document? This website has over 30,000 EPA publications and manuals in print and electronic form. http://www.epa.gov/nscep/
Reciprocity information for states using the ABC certification exams.
What would a wastewater career be without accessories? Try these fun links to wastewater gear on the web.
- Manhole Cover Cufflinks
- Manhole Clock
- Manhole Throw Rug
- Coasters
- More Coasters
- Toilet Shaped Stress Ball
- Sour Flush Candy
- Quilting Manholes
- Book of Manhole Art
- New Orleans Valve Cover Charm
- Water Spigot Art
- Waterworks the Game
- Manhole Cover Lapel Pin
- Outhouse Music Box
- Toilet Light
- Sewer Construction Mug
- Frog Toilet
- Custom Toilet Paper
- Wastewater Whisperer Mug
- My Work Stories are Shit T-Shirt
- Manhole Watch