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Homeowner Training: Septic System Basics, Troubleshooting, and Tips (MA)
Homeowner Training: Septic System Basics, Troubleshooting, and Tips (MA)
Starts: June 6, 2023 - 5:00 pm
Ends: June 6, 2023 - 7:00 pm
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston - Milford, 11 Beaver St, Milford, MA 01757, USA
Description: REGISTER HERE
Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems (OWTS) are used to treat wastewater from a home and return treated wastewater back into the receiving environment. They are typically referred to as septic systems, because most involve a septic tank for partial treatment.
The National Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association (NOWRA) and RCAP Solutions are hosting an in-person no-cost training for homeowners so that they can learn more about their system and what maintenance may be needed.
This workshop will provide information on:
- How an OWTS processes wastewater
- Necessary maintenance for typical onsite systems
- How to implement changes in your home to reduce strain on your system
- Resources for solving basic problems with your system
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Train-the-Trainer: Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems (MA)
Train-the-Trainer: Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems (MA)
Starts: June 7, 2023 - 9:00 am
Ends: June 7, 2023 - 12:00 pm
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston - Milford, 11 Beaver St, Milford, MA 01757, USA
Description: REGISTER HERE
The purpose of this Train-the-Trainer (TTT) workshop is to provide professionals who work with communities served by onsite or decentralized wastewater systems with learning materials that can be customized to provide interactive education about OWTS. Funds provided by EPA were used to develop the “Onsite Wastewater Treatment System User Guide” & corresponding educational materials.
Concepts covered in this training course include: the importance of wastewater treatment, an overview of treatment in an onsite system, typical onsite system features, final treatment and dispersal, management, maintenance, safety, and system troubleshooting. While the module’s target audience is property owners who have an onsite system, the concepts are also applicable to the general public, realtors, local health officials, & septic system professionals.
This is a two-part workshop taking place on Tuesday, June 6 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM and Wednesday, June 7 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Attendance at both sessions is required to receive credit.
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Collection Systems for Wastewater (ME)
Collection Systems for Wastewater (ME)
Starts: June 12, 2023 - 10:00 am
Ends: June 12, 2023 - 12:00 pm
Location: Online
Description: REGISTER HERE
Water Environment Federation Collection Systems for Wastewater training is a program that has been designed to provide systems of all sizes with an understanding of how wastewater collection systems function and are best managed. The training will include a description of system operations, internal components, and maintenance & repairs from historical and modern perspectives. The program will give an overview of system attributes for operators, board members, managers, and support staff including the ability to identify and define collection system components to better recognize their role in wastewater management and treatment.
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Management & Finances for Wastewater Systems (ME)
Management & Finances for Wastewater Systems (ME)
Starts: June 13, 2023 - 8:00 am
Ends: June 13, 2023 - 12:00 pm
Location: Online
Description: REGISTER HERE
Management and finance are important for small systems to operate correctly. This course will be going over key areas of management, boards and stakeholder roles, asset management, budgets and the importance of reserves and rate setting. This training is also for potential water operations, managers, and board members.
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RCAP Solutions/NEWEA Small Communities Wastewater Training Conference (MA)
RCAP Solutions/NEWEA Small Communities Wastewater Training Conference (MA)
Starts: June 14, 2023 - 8:30 am
Ends: June 14, 2023 - 4:00 pm
Location: Upper Blackstone Clean Water, 7 Nippnapp Trail Worcester, GPS, 50 US-20, Millbury, MA 01527, USA
Description: REGISTER HERE
RCAP Solutions and the New England Water Environment Association (NEWEA) are hosting an in-person workshop for small and rural wastewater utilities to build financial, managerial, and operational capacity for their systems.
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Adiestramiento en Línea: Interpretación de Resultados de Laboratorio
Adiestramiento en Línea: Interpretación de Resultados de Laboratorio
Starts: June 14, 2023 - 9:00 am
Ends: June 14, 2023 - 12:00 pm
Location: Online
Description: REGISTER HERE
¿Es el agua de mi comunidad potable? ¿Cómo puedo saberlo? Es importante conocer la calidad del agua que tomamos diariamente. Para eso, es necesario realizar los muestreos requeridos por la Ley de Agua Potable Segura (SDWA), pero debemos saber interpretar esos resultados. De eso se trata este adiestramiento, conocer los contaminantes regulados por la ley y cada una de las partes de una hoja de resultados de muestreo de esos contaminantes.
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June 2023 Financial Capability Workshop
June 2023 Financial Capability Workshop
Starts: June 14, 2023 - 5:30 pm
Ends: June 14, 2023 - 7:30 pm
Location: RCAP Solutions, 191 May St, Worcester, MA 01602, USA
Description: REGISTER HERE
Need help managing your finances? Interested in developing a sustainable spending plan? At this workshop you will learn about managing personal finances and be empowered to make better decisions in order to achieve financial stability for yourself and your family!
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Board and Operator Training for Wastewater Systems (ME)
Board and Operator Training for Wastewater Systems (ME)
Starts: June 16, 2023 - 8:00 am
Ends: June 16, 2023 - 12:00 pm
Location: Online
Description: REGISTER HERE
Board and Operator Training is designed to provide an understanding of the overall management of wastewater systems including managing assets and records to maintain a healthy viable service to the public. The training will include a description of key management areas, asset and project management, communications, budgeting, and financial management as well as providing a perspective of the importance of the overall active involvement of all staff from operators to administrative staff to board members.
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June 20 & 22, 2023 Virtual HomeSafe Post-Purchase Workshop for Homeowners (Day 1 of 2)
June 20 & 22, 2023 Virtual HomeSafe Post-Purchase Workshop for Homeowners (Day 1 of 2)
Starts: June 20, 2023 - 5:30 pm
Ends: June 20, 2023 - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
Description: REGISTER HERE
Congratulations, you bought a house! Now what? By attending RCAP Solutions' HomeSafe Post-Purchase workshop you will sharpen your knowledge and become equipped with the necessary skills to maintain your home and finances.
Please note, this is a two-day virtual workshop running from 5:30 to 8:30 PM on June 20 and 22. Attendance at both sessions is required to receive credit.
After registering, you will receive confirmation e-mail that you have signed up and we will provide additional instructions and a link to join the virtual workshop.
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Installation of Residential Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems (NY)
Installation of Residential Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems (NY)
Starts: June 21, 2023 - 7:45 am
Ends: June 21, 2023 - 4:30 pm
Location: Cortland County Soil and Water Conservation District, 100 Grange Pl # 205, Cortland, NY 13045, USA
Description: REGISTER HERE
OTN is once again offering their unique Installation course for onsite wastewater professionals! This 1- day course will show you professional techniques for installing a properly functioning septic system:
- Understand the elements of pre-construction planning and site preparation
- Incorporate an understanding of soil types and conditions in your installation strategy
- Setting tanks and distribution boxes; installing pumps and dosing units; correct construction of absorption systems
- Alternative treatment units and absorption techniques
- Enhance your skills and reputation for properly installing residential onsite systems
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Soil Analysis for Onsite Wastewater Treatment (NY)
Soil Analysis for Onsite Wastewater Treatment (NY)
Starts: June 22, 2023 - 7:45 am
Ends: June 22, 2023 - 4:30 pm
Location: Cortland County Soil and Water Conservation District, 100 Grange Pl # 205, Cortland, NY 13045, USA
Description: REGISTER HERE
OTN is once again offering their wildly popular Soils course for onsite wastewater professionals! This 1‐day course will show you how to evaluate soils for a properly functioning septic system:
- Learn an array of soil evaluation techniques used by professionals in the field
- Explore soil types, textures and conditions through hands‐on exercises and field evaluation
- Learn to read and understand soil survey reports
- Enhance your skills and reputation for evaluating soil and site conditions for proper septic system design and installation.
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June 20 & 22, 2023 Virtual HomeSafe Post-Purchase Workshop for Homeowners (Day 2 of 2)
June 20 & 22, 2023 Virtual HomeSafe Post-Purchase Workshop for Homeowners (Day 2 of 2)
Starts: June 22, 2023 - 5:30 pm
Ends: June 22, 2023 - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
Description: REGISTER HERE
Congratulations, you bought a house! Now what? By attending RCAP Solutions' HomeSafe Post-Purchase workshop you will sharpen your knowledge and become equipped with the necessary skills to maintain your home and finances.
Please note, this is a two-day virtual workshop running from 5:30 to 8:30 PM on June 20 and 22. Attendance at both sessions is required to receive credit.
After registering, you will receive confirmation e-mail that you have signed up and we will provide additional instructions and a link to join the virtual workshop.
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Lead & Copper Rule – Revisions & Proposed Improvements to the Rule (USVI)
Lead & Copper Rule – Revisions & Proposed Improvements to the Rule (USVI)
Starts: June 28, 2023 - 10:00 am
Ends: June 28, 2023 - 12:00 pm
Location: Online
Description: REGISTER HERE
The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) consists of several rules designed to ensure the quality of our drinking water. One of the best-known rule under the SDWA is the Lead and Copper Rule, LCR. This online training will provide participants with information of the basic concepts of the rule, the revisions, and the proposed improvements. Also, useful information to ensure compliance with the rule.
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