Training Calendar

MRWS offers an array of professional training workshops to help you run and manage your water or wastewater system.
Below is the link to the training calendar and further below are the links to training that is confirmed and ready to go!

2023 Training Calendar

Just click on an event below for details or to register.

Jun
5
Mon
Backflow Prevention Assembly Testers Course – Kalispell @ Kalispell Advanced Wastewater Treatment Facility
Jun 5 @ 9:00 am – Jun 10 @ 2:00 pm

Backflow Prevention Assembly Testers Course

A series of lectures followed by guided exercises in a wet lab will provide understanding of field testing methods on 4 backflow prevention assemblies: pressure vacuum breakers, spill resistant vacuum breakers, reduced pressure principle assemblies, and double check assemblies. Students will gain knowledge in hydraulics, backflow and backsiphonage, types of cross connections, and degrees of hazard and state and federal regulations. Friday afternoon participants can take a written exam and on Saturday morning can take a practical exam administered by the American Backflow Prevention Association (ABPA). Passing scores on both the exams will result in certification by ABPA as a backflow prevention assembly tester. For more information on ABPA see the back of this training announcement or go to their website www.abpa.org.
Click here for more information and registration.
Jun
8
Thu
Water/Wastewater Operator Certification Exam Review – Culbertson @ Culbertson Senior Center/Town Hall
Jun 8 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Water and Wastewater Certification Exam Review

Thursday, June 8th 2023

8:00AM – 5:00PM Lunch on your own

Culbertson Senior Center/Town Hall

Register Below:

MRWS Workshop Registration (No Fees)

Jun
15
Thu
Floods, Safety, Money 4-Hour Workshop – Great Falls @ MainStay Suites Great Falls Airport
Jun 15 @ 8:30 am – 12:30 pm

1/2 Day Training

Tentative Agenda:

  • Preparing for Flood Season
  • Operator Safety
  • Funding questions

0.400 Dual CECs

Register below:

Jun
28
Wed
Webinar – Water Quality Emergencies @ Virtual
Jun 28 @ 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Water Quality Emergencies

Application: Water
Length: 2 Hours
Potential water contamination issues call for a fast response. This course walks you through key considerations to keep in mind for developing your emergency plan, so you won’t be caught off-guard. Learn what essential information decision-makers need during a water quality emergency and get helpful guidance on public notification and governmental compliance.
CECs: 0.200 Water
Cost: $20 for members; $30 for non-members

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Use Discount Code: MRWSMEMBER2023
Jul
25
Tue
Webinar – SCADA Instrumentation & Control @ Virtual
Jul 25 @ 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

SCADA Instrumentation & Control

Application: Water/Wastewater
Length: 2 Hours
This basic overview explores how operators can use SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) systems to make better decisions related to their plant’s or system’s performance. Course explains how SCADA systems interact with a plant’s instrumentation and processes, and provides tips on how to evaluate SCADA systems and hardware.
CECs: 0.200 Dual
Cost: $20 for members; $30 for non-members

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Use Discount Code: MRWSMEMBER2023
Aug
25
Fri
Webinar – Rates vs Audits @ Virtual
Aug 25 @ 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Rates vs. Audits

Application: Water
Length: 2 Hours
Determine whether a rate adjustment is needed or if closer utility management will meet your financial needs before approaching the public. Basic and comprehensive audits and types of rate structures will be discussed.
CECs: 0.200 Water
Cost: $20 for members; $30 for non-members

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Use Discount Code:  MRWSMEMBER2023
Oct
16
Mon
Backflow Prevention Assembly Testers Course – Billings @ Billings Public Utilities Department
Oct 16 @ 9:00 am – Oct 21 @ 2:00 pm

Backflow Prevention Assembly Testers Course

A series of lectures followed by guided exercises in a wet lab will provide understanding of field testing methods on 4 backflow prevention assemblies: pressure vacuum breakers, spill resistant vacuum breakers, reduced pressure principle assemblies, and double check assemblies. Students will gain knowledge in hydraulics, backflow and backsiphonage, types of cross connections, and degrees of hazard and state and federal regulations. Friday afternoon participants can take a written exam and on Saturday morning can take a practical exam administered by the American Backflow Prevention Association (ABPA). Passing scores on both the exams will result in certification by ABPA as a backflow prevention assembly tester. For more information on ABPA see the back of this training announcement or go to their website www.abpa.org.
Click here for more information and registration.
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