Emergency Preparedness and Response in Water and Wastewater Systems
Training Outline
Build strong emergency preparedness skills for more resilient water and wastewater systems. Learn how to plan, respond, communicate, and recover effectively during incidents, with practical field-focused guidance and testimonials.
- Placement test1
The Importance of Preparedness
- Purpose of Emergency Preparedness and Regulatory Framework
- Types of Emergencies in Water Systems
Chapter test - 2
Planning for the Unexpected
- Developing an Emergency Response Plan (ERP)
- Mitigation Strategies
Chapter test - 3
Responding in the Field
- Communication During Emergencies
- Response Procedures and Field Operations
Chapter test - 4
Recovery and Post-Incident Improvement
- Recovery and Post-Incident Actions
- Training and Continuous Improvement
Chapter test - 5
Interviews
- 3 Use Cases about Emergency Preparedness and Response in a Utility
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Learning outcomes
- Identify the main types of emergencies that can affect water and wastewater operations and their potential impacts on the system
- Use emergency response plans, mitigation practices, and risk assessment to improve daily preparedness and reduce operational risks
- Apply safe and structured response principles during an emergency, including assessment, communication, and coordinated action
Level
Prerequisites
None
Target audience
This course is designed for professional certified water and wastewater operators class I to IV, maintenance technicians.
Learning material and method
Video clips with a placement test, practice exercises and a handout
Learning assessment method
Chapter tests (MCQs) with a minimum score of 70%
Test your knowledge, validate your skills
Engage with interactive quizzes designed to boost retention and track your learning along the way. Once you've completed the training, a final validation step confirms your progress and helps demonstrate your skills with confidence—making it easy to showcase what you’ve learned.
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