Introduction

This course is designed to train operators in the aspects of operating and maintaining water treatment plants with an emphasis on safe practices. The material presented includes an introduction to water treatment plants, the role of the operator, source water, reservoir management, and intake structures. Learn how to safely operate and maintain coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, and disinfection processes. Also discussed are methods to control tastes and odors in drinking water, control corrosion to meet Lead and Copper Rule requirements, perform basic water laboratory procedures, and complete math calculations commonly used in plant operation. This course covers: daily operating procedures, regulation of flows, chemical use and handling, records and reports, plant maintenance, safety, emergency conditions and procedures, handling complaints, and energy conservation. The goal is to provide operators with an understanding of basic water treatment plant operational concepts and practices, and with the ability to recognize, analyze, and solve problems when they occur.

Duration

5 days

Who Should Attend

• Managers, Supervisors, Operatives who are required to oversee or safely and successfully carry out water quality sampling procedures.
• water operations, laboratory technicians, health protection and those upskilling to be "suitably qualified personnel".

COURSE LEVEL: Foundation

Course Objectives

This course is designed to train operators to safely and effectively operate and maintain drinking water treatment plants.

Course Outline

1. Introduction to Water Treatment
2. Source Water, Reservoir Management, and Intake Structures
3. Coagulation and Flocculation
4. Sedimentation
5. Filtration
6. Disinfection
7. Corrosion Control
8. Taste and Odor Control
9. Laboratory Procedures

Course Administration Details:

METHODOLOGY

The overall aim of this IRES course is to provide participants with the knowledge, concepts and skills needed to perform all the tasks required in the pre-award phase of a contract. The course covers different contract types and various contracting methods with a concentration on tendering.

Participants in this interactive course will learn essential tools and techniques used in analyzing submitted bids including preliminary examination, technical evaluation and commercial evaluation.

ACCREDITATION

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with an Indepth Research Institute(IRES) certificate.

TRAINING VENUE

The training is residential and will be held at IRES training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, lunch, and study visits.

All participants will additionally cater for their, travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation is arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.

Email:  [email protected] or  [email protected]

Mob: +254 715 077 817 or +250 789 621 067

Tel: 020 211 3814

TAILOR- MADE

This training can also be customized for your institution upon request to a minimum of 4 participants. You can have it delivered in our training centre or at a convenient location.

For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254715077817, +254(020) 211 3814 or +250 789 621 067 mail [email protected] or  [email protected]

PAYMENT

Payment should be transferred to IRES account through bank before the course start date

Send proof of payment to [email protected] or [email protected]

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