Why Tracking CEUs is Critical for Water and Wastewater Operators

Having a properly licensed water or wastewater operator is fundamental to the safe, reliable and compliant operator of any utility. Licensed operators possess the required technical knowledge and operational competency necessary to protect public health and the environment. From ensuring drinking water meets quality standards to operating wastewater treatment systems in compliance with permits, valid licensure is a critical safeguard. 

Without it, utilities face increased operational risk and potential regulatory violations. To comply with most state's regulations, operators need to renew their license regularly and train to keep up with industry operating standards and practices. 

Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are not just regulatory requirements for water and wastewater operators. They are essential for maintaining licensure, staying compliant, and advancing professionally. Yet, many operators still rely on spreadsheets, emails, or paper certificates to track their CEUs. It is time consuming and it creates unnecessary risk and administrative burden.

The Risks of Poor CEU Tracking

Failing to properly track CEUs can have serious consequences for both operators and utilities, including:

• Missed license renewal deadlines
• Incomplete or inaccurate CEU documentation during audits
• Lost certificates from third-party training providers
• Unnecessary stress and last-minute course scrambling

For utility managers, poor CEU tracking also creates visibility issues. Without a centralized system, it becomes difficult to confirm staff compliance or plan workforce development effectively.

Why CEU Tracking Matters

CEU tracking allows operators to:

• Monitor progress toward renewal requirements in real time
• Build a clear professional training history
• Avoid costly lapses in certification

Introducing the New Watura CEU Tracker

To simplify CEU management, Watura has launched a free Contact HourTracker designed specifically for water and wastewater professionals.

The Watura Contact Hour Tracker is a great tool to:

• Automatically track CEUs earned from preapproved Watura courses
• Upload CEUs from external training providers, including in-person classes, conferences, etc.
• Maintain a centralized training record tied to each license
• Access their training history with all course completion certificates at any time, in one secure location

There is no cost to use the tracker, and it's available to all users on Watura's training website.

Built for Operators and Utility Managers

The Contact Hour Tracker was designed with real operational needs in mind. Operators gain clarity and confidence in their compliance status, while utility managers benefit from better-organized training records and reduced administrative oversight.

By combining high-quality, preapproved online training with automated Contact Hour tracking, Watura helps operators managing their professional certification.

Simplify Training Compliance Today

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Tracking CEUs should not be complicated or time-consuming. With the free Watura Contact Hour Tracker, operators can focus on learning and improving their skills, without worrying about paperwork or missed requirements. 

If you are a water or wastewater operator, or manage certified staff, now is the time to modernize how you track CEUs.