Mandatory Certificate Renewal Course (2021 – 2023) – CEU: 0.7

Course Overview

This is the mandatory certificate renewal course (effective January 1, 2021) that must be completed every three years by drinking water operators holding Class I through IV, Water Quality Analyst and Limited System licences.

This course will provide an overview of key regulatory updates and a review of requirements supporting the improvement of non-compliances identified in MECP inspections. The role of Ontario’s operators in protecting public health will be highlighted, and participants will be introduced to the concept of Operator Ethics.

Discussion will include emerging contamination risks and environmental challenges that impact our drinking water supply. Participants will be able to identify water loss occurrences and learn methods to support the implementation of a conservation plan.

This course will also touch on techniques and best practices for establishing traffic plans and participating in construction occurring in the distribution system.

Target Audience

This course must be completed every three years by drinking water operators holding Class I through IV, Water Quality Analyst and Limited System licences. This course may also be of interest to supervisors, managers, regulatory personnel and consulting engineers.

Delivery Methods Possible

Classroom, Correspondence, On Site, Virtual