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Feb6Wed2019
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Water & Wastewater Field Operations & Safety and/or Hazardous Communication Standard (Global Harmonization) @ City of Roseburg - Winchester Water Treatment Plant8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Register for Both Classes, Get a Discount
Location: City of Roseburg
Winchester Water Treatment Plant
180 Pioneer Way
Winchester, OR 97495Water & Wastewater Field Operations & Safety 8:00 am – 12:15 pm
CEUs: 0.4 Water/WW ESAC #3568
Cost: $125 for Members / $160 for Non-Members
Description: Learn equipment installation, operations and maintenance, testing, disinfecting facilities, excavation safety and confined space, water sampling and lab, chemical safety, wells, tanks, and water treatment basics. Water and wastewater office responsibilities, writing policies and procedures, project management, and other basic requirements relating to running a water or wastewater system.
Instructor: Scott Berry, OAWU Personnel
Hazardous Communication Standard 1:15 pm – 4:30 pm
CEUs: 0.3 Water/WW ESAC #3459
Cost: $90 for Members / $110 for Non-Members
Description: This class will highlight elements of the rule CFR 1910.1200, employees understanding key features of the written program, safety data sheets, labeling requirements including new global harmonization features. Attendees will gain knowledge of chemical characteristics, the effects to exposure and how to properly use personal protective equipment.
Instructor: Tim Tice, OAWU Personnel
Cost for Both Classes: $180 for Members / $230 for Non-Members
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to class date for lack of registrations. NO REFUNDS will be issued and REGISTRANTS WILL BE BILLED who fail to attend and do not give a 7 days prior notice. Don’t miss your opportunity. Sign up early.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please make a copy of your registration form to keep as confirmation or contact OAWU at (503) 837-1212 to request confirmation.
8:00 amWater & Wastewater Field Operations & Safety and/or Hazardous Communication Standard (Global Harmonization) @ City of Roseburg - Winchester Water Treatment Plant
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Feb12Tue2019
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Source Water Protection Planning @ Turner Fire District - Meeting Room8:00 am – 12:15 pm
Location: Turner Fire District (Park in gravel on south side of property near the creek. The door is under the covered patio and goes directly into the meeting room)
Meeting Room
7605 3rd Street SE
Turner, OR 97392Time: 8 am – 12:15 pm
CEUs: 0.4 Water CEUs – ESAC #TBD
Cost: FREE
Description: Review and focus on the elements of establishing a community planning team; identification of the Drinking Water Protection area; potential contaminant source inventory; development of management practices and contingency plans.
Instructor: Mike Collier, Scott Berry, OAWU Personnel
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to the class date for lack of registrations. If you register and cannot attend this class, please contact OAWU as soon as possible. These free classes are in demand and the waiting list can become quite long. Thank you.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please make a copy of your registration form to keep as confirmation or contact OAWU at (503) 837-1212 to request confirmation.
8:00 amSource Water Protection Planning @ Turner Fire District - Meeting Room
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Feb21Thu2019
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Math for Operators and/or Pumps & Pumping @ Marion County Public Works - Willamette Room8:00 am – 4:15 pm
Register for Both Classes, Get a Discount
Location: Marion County Public Works
Willamette Room
5155 Silverton Rd. NE
Salem, OR 97305Math for Operators 8:00 am – 12:15 pm
CEUs: 0.4 Water/WW ESAC #3562
Cost: $125 for Members / $160 for Non-Members
Description: This class will cover the understanding of basic math concepts and formulas for water and wastewater operators including areas, volume, conversions, pounds, formulas, velocity, flow, head, and hydraulics and more for system operators. Please bring your calculators and system questions.
Instructor: Hans Schroeder, Jeff Crowther, OAWU Personnel
Pumps & Pumping 1:15 pm – 4:30 pm
CEUs: 0.3 Water/WW/OS ESAC #3560
Cost: $90 for Members / $110 for Non-Members
Description: This three-hour course will describe in detail the types of pumps used in the water and wastewater field. It will cover the types of pumps used for different applications, their efficiencies, what type of maintenance these pumps require and basic water and wastewater system hydraulics.
Instructor: Hans Schroeder, Jeff Crowther, OAWU Personnel
Cost for Both Classes: $180 for Members / $230 for Non-Members
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to class date for lack of registrations. NO REFUNDS will be issued and REGISTRANTS WILL BE BILLED who fail to attend and do not give a 7 days prior notice. Don’t miss your opportunity. Sign up early.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please make a copy of your registration form to keep as confirmation or contact OAWU at (503) 837-1212 to request confirmation.
8:00 amMath for Operators and/or Pumps & Pumping @ Marion County Public Works - Willamette Room
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Mar4Mon2019
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41st Annual Management and Technical Conference @ Sunriver Resort8:00 am – 12:15 pm
CONFERENCE EVENTS & INFORMATION
ESAC #3851
Monday, March 4, 2019, Pre-Conference Classes
For those who want to earn extra CEUs, register for one of the Monday sessions. For more information, see the Monday Pre-Conference Schedule on page 3 and registration on page 7.Tuesday–Friday, March 5-8, 2019 Full Conference Classes, CEUs and Meals
Tuesday-Friday includes a variety of concurrent classes available with the ability to earn up to 2.4 CEUs. For specific CEUs possible, please see the full conference class schedule. Full conference meals includes 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, Awards banquet dinner, and 1 evening deli bar.ATTENDEE BROCHURE & REGISTRATION (PDF)
Online Registration Below
8:00 am41st Annual Management and Technical Conference @ Sunriver Resort
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Mar6Wed2019
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41st Annual Management & Technical Conference – Exhibitor Registration @ Sunriver Resort8:00 am – 8:00 pm
EXHIBITING DAYS – WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6 – THURSDAY, MARCH 7
Exhibit Booth Space
Sunriver provides complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access. Each paid registration includes: one 4’x8′ floor space with 3’x6′ skirted table, electrical access, one breakfast, one lunch and OAWU hosted hospitality social. Any display larger than 4’x8′ will be charged accordingly. Booth spaces will be handled on a first registered basis. Please register by February 22, 2019 to ensure your company name on the exhibitor list.REGISTRATION FORM AND INFORMATION PAGE (PDF)
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REGISTRATION POLICY
If you register for the Annual Conference and fail to attend without providing OAWU with a 30-day prior notice (no later than February 4, 2019), NO REFUNDS will be issued and/or you will be billed for a full registration.8:00 am41st Annual Management & Technical Conference – Exhibitor Registration @ Sunriver Resort
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Mar12Tue2019
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Wastewater Treatment/Collections Certification Review @ Shilo Inn8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Location: Shilo Inn
3304 Market Street NE
Salem, OR 97301Lodging: Shilo Inn: Direct 503-581-4001
$78.00 + Tax for Single Occupancy (Government rate)Time: 8 am – 4:30 pm (Lunch 12-1 on your own)
Cost: $285 for OAWU Members / $385 for *Non-Members
*Each Non-Member individual who attend will receive a one-year OAWU Individual MembershipCEUs: 1.4 WW / 0.7 Water / 0.1 OS CEUs ESAC #3559
Instructor: Jeff Crowther & Keith Bedell, OAWU Wastewater Technicians
Description: This two-day course will provide specific information needed to help prepare for the Wastewater Treatment and/or Wastewater Collections certification exams. A practice exam with answers will be provided to each attendee. Review will include pretreatment, basic math, trickling filters, RBC, basic activated sludge, lagoons, wastewater disinfection, sludge digestion, solids handling and lab procedures. BRING A CALCULATOR.
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to class date for lack of registrations. NO REFUNDS will be issued and REGISTRANTS WILL BE BILLED who fail to attend and do not give a 7 days prior notice.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please keep a copy of your registration form as confirmation or you may contact OAWU to confirm receipt of your registration.
8:00 amWastewater Treatment/Collections Certification Review @ Shilo Inn
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Mar27Wed2019
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Water & Wastewater Field Operations & Safety and/or Job Site Safety – March 27, 2019 @ Canby Utility8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Register for Both Classes, Get a Discount
Location: Canby Utility
1265 SE 3rd Ave.
Canby, OR 97013Water & Wastewater Field Operations & Safety 8am – 12:15pm
Cost: $125 for Members / $160 for Non-Members
CEUs: 0.4 Water/WW CEUs ESAC #3568
Description: Learn equipment installation, operations and maintenance, testing, disinfecting facilities, excavation safety and confined space, water sampling and lab, chemical safety, wells, tanks, and water treatment basics. Water and wastewater office responsibilities, writing policies and procedures, project management, and other basic requirements relating to running a water or wastewater system.
Instructor: Scott Berry, OAWU Personal
Job Site Safety 1:15 – 4:30
Cost: $90 for Members / $110 for Non-Members
CEUs: 0.3 Water/WW/OS CEUs ESAC #TBA
Description: Discuss the overall approach to key elements of a strong health and safety program, reviewing the psychology side of management and employee’s responsibilities. Overview of topics for both routine and non- routine tasks associated with risk, and how to practically expand safety programs to mitigate such risks.
Instructor: Scott Berry, Tim Tice, OAWU Personal
Cost for Both Classes: $180 for Members / $230 for Non-Members
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to class date for lack of registrations. NO REFUNDS will be issued and REGISTRANTS WILL BE BILLED who fail to attend and do not give a 7 days prior notice. Don’t miss your opportunity. Sign up early.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please keep a copy of your registration form as confirmation or you may contact OAWU to confirm receipt of your registration.
8:00 amWater & Wastewater Field Operations & Safety and/or Job Site Safety – March 27, 2019 @ Canby Utility
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Apr2Tue2019
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Water T/D Certification Review and Water T/D Level 3,4 & Filtration Endorsement @ Shilo Inn - Capitol Room8:00 am – 3:15 pm
Location: Shilo Inn
Capitol Room
3304 Market St. NE
Salem, OR 97301Water Treatment/Distribution Certification Review
Date: April 2-3, 2019
Time: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (12-1 Lunch on your own)
CEUs: 1.4 Water / 0.5 WW/OS ESAC #3394
Cost: $285 for Members / $385 for *Non-Members
*Each non-member individual who attends will receive a one-year complimentary OAWU Individual Membership.Description: Are you prepared for the upcoming exams? Let OAWU help prepare you with this two-day review to brush up your terminology, system operations, maintenance requirements and math (bring your calculators). After study and this review, you will be ready for your levels I&II WD/WT certification exam.
BRING A CALCULATOR.
Instructor: Heath Cokeley, Hans Schroeder, Bob Waller, OAWU Staff
Water T/D Level 3,4 and Filtration Endorsement
Date: April 4, 2019
Time: 8:00 am – 3:15 pm (12-1 Lunch on your own)
CEUs: 0.6 Water/OS ESAC #3370
Cost: $160 for Members / $180 for Non-Members
Description: This class will be a real-world discussion utilizing a diagram of an actual water treatment facility to give attendees the knowledge necessary to test for their level 3 and 4 Water Treatment and Distribution Certification as well as their Filter Endorsement. Different types of water filtration plants that are used in the water industry will be discussed in depth as well as proper operations of those filters focusing specifically on the math required to run Conventional and Direct Water Filtration plants. The math required to install, bring into service, and operate the Distribution systems served by these Water Filtration Plants will also be discussed.
Instructor: Darrel Lockard
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to class date for lack of registrations. NO REFUNDS will be issued and REGISTRANTS WILL BE BILLED who fail to attend and do not give a 7 days prior notice. Don’t miss your opportunity. Sign up early.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please make a copy of your registration form to keep as confirmation or contact OAWU at (503) 837-1212 to request confirmation.
8:00 amWater T/D Certification Review and Water T/D Level 3,4 & Filtration Endorsement @ Shilo Inn - Capitol Room
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Apr9Tue2019
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Math for Operators and/or Preparing for a Water System Survey & Wastewater System Inspection – April 9, 2019 @ The Independence Event Center - Riverview C8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Register for Both Classes, Get a Discount
Location: Independence Event Center
Riverview C
555 S. Main St.
Independence, OR 97351Math for Operators 8:00 am – 12:15 pm
Cost: $125 for Members / $160 for Non-Members
CEUs: 0.4 Water/WW ESAC #3562
Description: This class will cover the understanding of basic math concepts and formulas for water and wastewater operators including areas, volume, conversions, pounds, formulas, velocity, flow, head and hydraulics and more for system operators. Please bring your calculators and system questions.
Preparing for a Water System Survey and Wastewater System Inspection 1:15 – 4:30 pm
Cost: $90 for Members / $110 for Non-Members
CEUs: 0.3 Water/WW/OS ESAC #3561
Description: Discuss the process and elements of a water system survey and wastewater inspections, identifying those common deficiencies discovered in past reviews. Using experience and evaluation criteria to look at your water and wastewater systems to stay in compliance. Review the process of daily operations and design deficiencies to establish goals and practices to maintain compliance in your Water and Wastewater Systems.
Instructors: Mike Collier, Heath Cokeley, OAWU
Cost for Both Classes: $180 for Members / $230 for Non-Members
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to class date for lack of registrations. NO REFUNDS will be issued and REGISTRANTS WILL BE BILLED who fail to attend and do not give a 7 days prior notice. Don’t miss your opportunity. Sign up early.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please make a copy of your registration form to keep as confirmation or contact OAWU at (503) 837-1212 to request confirmation.
8:00 amMath for Operators and/or Preparing for a Water System Survey & Wastewater System Inspection – April 9, 2019 @ The Independence Event Center - Riverview C
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Apr10Wed2019
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Water T/D Level 3,4 and Filtration Endorsement @ City of Port Orford City Hall8:00 am – 3:15 pm
Location: City of Port Orford
555 W 20th Street
Port Orford, OR 97465Date: April 10, 2019
Time: 8 am – 3:15 pm
CEUs: 0.6 Water/OS ESAC #3370
Cost: $160 for Member / $180 for Non-Members
Description: This class will be a real-world discussion utilizing a diagram of an actual water treatment facility to give attendees the knowledge necessary to test for their level 3 and 4 Water Treatment and Distribution Certification as well as their Filter Endorsement. Different types of water filtration plants that are used in the water industry will be discussed in depth as well as proper operations of those filters focusing specifically on the math required to run Conventional and Direct Water Filtration plants. The math required to install, bring into service, and operate the Distribution systems served by these Water Filtration Plants will also be discussed.
Instructor: Darrel Lockard
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to class date for lack of registrations. NO REFUNDS will be issued and REGISTRANTS WILL BE BILLED who fail to attend and do not give a 7 days prior notice. Don’t miss your opportunity. Sign up early.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please make a copy of your registration form to keep as confirmation or contact OAWU at (503) 837-1212 to request confirmation.
8:00 amWater T/D Level 3,4 and Filtration Endorsement @ City of Port Orford City Hall
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Apr23Tue2019
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Water & Wastewater Emergency Response Planning and/or Hazardous Communication and/or Leak Detection @ City of Grants Pass - Parkway Public Safety Station8:00 am – 3:15 pm
Location: City of Grants Pass
Parkway Public Safety Station
800 East Park Street
Grants Pass, OR 97527Water & Wastewater Emergency Response Planning 8:00 am – 12:15 pm
Date: April 23, 2019
Cost: FREE
CEUs: 0.4 Water/WW ESAC #3915
Description: This class will cover multiple aspects of emergency response starting with the requirements for all water and wastewater utilities to have an Emergency Response Plan (ERP). It will then delve into how to plan for plan for emergency drinking water supplies in the event of a reginal disaster and how-to equant yourself with EPA’s Response Protocol Toolbox to be better prepared. The second half of the class will focus more on how to build resiliency for drought, flood, earthquake, and natural cover fire and the class will end with a discussion about ORWARN and categorizing and cataloging resources and personnel.
Instructor: Scott Berry, OAWU
Hazardous Communication 9:00 am – 12:15 pm
Date: April 24, 2019
Cost: $90 for Members / $110 for Non-Members
CEUs: 0.3 Water/Wastewater ESAC #3459
Description: This class will highlight elements of the rule CFR 1910.1200, employees understanding key features of the written program, safety data sheets, labeling requirements including new global harmonization features. Attendees will gain knowledge of chemical characteristics, the effects to exposure and how to properly use personal protective equipment.
Instructor: Tim Tice, OAWU
Leak Detection 1:15 – 3:15 pm
Date: April 24, 2019
Cost: $60 for Members / $80 for Non-Members
CEUs: 0.2 Water/Wastewater ESAC #3709
Description: This course is designed to provide you with some basic knowledge of leak detection practices and correlation methods. Students will be instructed in the basics and background theory of leak detection to better utilize basic correlation techniques for distribution and collection systems. Participants will learn various methods available to identify and find leaks. A variety of equipment will be demonstrated and used to aid students in accurately pinpointing leaks in all types of pipe materials.
Instructor: Scott Berry, OAWU
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to class date for lack of registrations. NO REFUNDS will be issued and REGISTRANTS WILL BE BILLED who fail to attend and do not give a 7 days prior notice. Don’t miss your opportunity. Sign up early.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please make a copy of your registration form to keep as confirmation or contact OAWU at (503) 837-1212 to request confirmation.
8:00 amWater & Wastewater Emergency Response Planning and/or Hazardous Communication and/or Leak Detection @ City of Grants Pass - Parkway Public Safety Station
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May15Wed2019
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4th Annual OAWU Expo – Exhibitor Registration @ Polk County Fairgrounds - Main Hall8:00 am – 4:00 pm
EXHIBITING – May 15th
Event is Only Open to Associate Members
Location: Polk County Fairgrounds – Main Hall
520 S. Pacific Highway
Rickreall, OR 97371Cost: $185
Exhibit Time: 9 am – 4pm (Setup starts – 8 am)
- Come show off your equipment, machinery, or tools! Indoor and out spots available.
- Table Size – 3’x8′
- Some electrical hook-ups available upon requests.
- Four (4) hours training for attendees.
- Expo is free to attendees.
- Lunch sponsorship is available.
- $100
- $150
- $200
- All proceeds go toward OAWU’s training facility and the Jeff Swanson Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Exhibit Booth Space
There is a limited number of booth spaces.Register now by completing the form below, or click this button to download the PDF Registration Form to register offline:
EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION FORM & INFORMATION (PDF)
REGISTRATION POLICY: If you register for the 4th Annual Mini Expo and fail to attend without providing OAWU with a 30 day prior notice (no later than Monday April 15, 2019). NO REFUNDS will be issued and/or you will be billed for a full registration.
Event is Only Open to Associate Members
8:00 am4th Annual OAWU Expo – Exhibitor Registration @ Polk County Fairgrounds - Main Hall -
4th Annual OAWU Expo – Attendee Registration @ Polk County Fairgrounds - Main Hall9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Class is FULL
Location: Polk County Fairgrounds – Main Hall
520 S. Pacific Highway
Rickreall, OR 97371Date: May 15, 2019
Time: 9 am – 4 pm (Lunch included)
CEUs: 0.4 Water/WW ESAC #3907
Cost: FREE
Description: This is a one-day expo that uses in classroom and hands-on training to educate and train the attendees about equipment that is used daily in the field of water and wastewater utility professionals.
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class 7 days prior to class date for lack of registrations. If you register and cannot attend this class, please contact OAWU as soon as possible. These free classes are in demand and the waiting list can become quite long. Thank you.
Confirmation Policy: Please make a copy of your registration form to keep as confirmation or contact OAWU at (503) 837-1212 to request confirmation.
9:00 am4th Annual OAWU Expo – Attendee Registration @ Polk County Fairgrounds - Main Hall
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May16Thu2019
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Confined Space and Jobsite Safety @ The Independence Event Center - Riverview C8:00 am – 3:30 pm
Location: Independence Event Center
Riverview C
555 S. Main St.
Independence, OR 97351Date: May 16, 2019
Time: 8 am – 3:30 pm
Cost: $160 for Members – $180 for Non-Members
CEUs: 0.6 Water/WW/OS ESAC #3563
Description: OSHA safety requirements for working in and around excavations and confined spaces. Competent Person and employee/employer requirements.
Instructors: Scott Berry, Tim Tice – OAWU Staff
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to the class date for lack of registrations. No Refunds will be issued and Registrants will be billed who fail to attend and do not give a 7 day prior notice.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please make a copy of your registration form to keep as confirmation or contact OAWU at (503) 837-1212 to request confirmation.
8:00 amConfined Space and Jobsite Safety @ The Independence Event Center - Riverview C
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May21Tue2019
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Wastewater Treatment/Collections Certification Review @ City of Island City - Community Room8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Location: City of Island City
Community Room
10605 Island Ave.
Island City, OR 97851Time: 8 am – 4:30 pm (12-1 Lunch on your own)
Cost: $285 for Members / $385 for *Non-Members
*Each non-member individual who attends will receive a one-year OAWU Individual Membership
CEUs: 1.4 Total WW/ 0.7 Water/ 0.1 OS ESAC #3559
Description: This two-day course will provide specific information needed to help prepare for the Wastewater Treatment and/or Wastewater Collections certification exams. A practice exam with answers will be provided to each attendee. Review will include pretreatment, basic math, trickling filters, RBC, basic activated sludge, lagoons, wastewater disinfection, sludge digestion, solids handling and lab procedures. BRING A CALCULATOR.
Instructors: Hans Schroeder, Keith Bedell, OAWU Staff
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to class date for lack of registrations. NO REFUNDS will be issued and REGISTRANTS WILL BE BILLED who fail to attend and do not give a 7 days prior notice.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please keep a copy of your registration form as confirmation or you may contact OAWU to confirm receipt of your registration.
8:00 amWastewater Treatment/Collections Certification Review @ City of Island City - Community Room
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Jun11Tue2019
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Water Treatment/Distribution Certification Review and Water T/D Level 3,4 and Filtration Endorsement @ Shilo Inn - Capitol Room8:00 am – 3:15 pm
Location: Shilo Inn
Capitol Room
3304 Market St. NE
Salem, OR 97301Water Treatment/Distribution Certification Review
Date: June 11-12, 2019
Time: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (12-1 Lunch on your own)
CEUs: 1.4 Water / 0.5 WW/OS ESAC #3394
Cost: $285 for Members / $385 for *Non-Members
*Each non-member individual who attends will receive a one-year complimentary OAWU Individual Membership.Description: Are you prepared for the upcoming exams? Let OAWU help prepare you with this two-day review to brush up your terminology, system operations, maintenance requirements and math (bring your calculators). After study and this review, you will be ready for your levels I&II WD/WT certification exam.
BRING A CALCULATOR.
Instructor: Heath Cokeley, Hans Schroeder, Bob Waller, OAWU Staff
Water T/D Level 3,4 and Filtration Endorsement
Date: June 13, 2019
Time: 8:00 am – 3:15 pm (12-1 Lunch on your own)
CEUs: 0.6 Water/OS ESAC #3370
Cost: $160 for Members / $180 for Non-Members
Description: This class will be a real-world discussion utilizing a diagram of an actual water treatment facility to give attendees the knowledge necessary to test for their level 3 and 4 Water Treatment and Distribution Certification as well as their Filter Endorsement. Different types of water filtration plants that are used in the water industry will be discussed in depth as well as proper operations of those filters focusing specifically on the math required to run Conventional and Direct Water Filtration plants. The math required to install, bring into service, and operate the Distribution systems served by these Water Filtration Plants will also be discussed.
Instructor: Darrel Lockard
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to class date for lack of registrations. NO REFUNDS will be issued and REGISTRANTS WILL BE BILLED who fail to attend and do not give a 7 days prior notice. Don’t miss your opportunity. Sign up early.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please make a copy of your registration form to keep as confirmation or contact OAWU at (503) 837-1212 to request confirmation.
8:00 amWater Treatment/Distribution Certification Review and Water T/D Level 3,4 and Filtration Endorsement @ Shilo Inn - Capitol Room
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Jun20Thu2019
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Math for Operators and/or Pumps and Pumping @ City of Redmond - PW Transportation Training Room8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Register for Both Classes, Get a Discount
Location: City of Redmond
PW Transportation Training Room
243 E. Antler Ave.
Redmond, OR 97756Math for Operators 8:00 am – 12:15 pm
CEUs: 0.4 Water/WW ESAC #3562
Cost: $125 for Members / $160 for Non-Members
Description: This class will cover the understanding of basic math concepts and formulas for water and wastewater operators including areas, volume, conversions, pounds, formulas, velocity, flow, head, and hydraulics and more for system operators. Please bring your calculators and system questions.
Instructor: Hans Schroeder, Jeff Crowther, OAWU Personnel
Pumps & Pumping 1:15 pm – 4:30 pm
CEUs: 0.3 Water/WW/OS ESAC #3560
Cost: $90 for Members / $110 for Non-Members
Description: This three-hour course will describe in detail the types of pumps used in the water and wastewater field. It will cover the types of pumps used for different applications, their efficiencies, what type of maintenance these pumps require and basic water and wastewater system hydraulics.
Instructor: Hans Schroeder, Jeff Crowther, OAWU Personnel
Cost for Both Classes: $180 for Members / $230 for Non-Members
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to class date for lack of registrations. NO REFUNDS will be issued and REGISTRANTS WILL BE BILLED who fail to attend and do not give a 7 days prior notice. Don’t miss your opportunity. Sign up early.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please make a copy of your registration form to keep as confirmation or contact OAWU at (503) 837-1212 to request confirmation.
8:00 amMath for Operators and/or Pumps and Pumping @ City of Redmond - PW Transportation Training Room
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Jul24Wed2019
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Water Treatment/Distribution Certification Review @ City of Redmond - PW Training Room8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Location: City of Redmond
PW Training Room
243 E. Antler Ave.
Redmond, OR 97756Date: July 24-25, 2019
Time: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (12-1 Lunch on your own)
CEUs: 1.4 Water / 0.5 WW/OS ESAC #3394
Cost: $285 for Members / $385 for *Non-Members
*Each non-member individual who attends will receive a one-year complimentary OAWU Individual Membership.Description: Are you prepared for the upcoming exams? Let OAWU help prepare you with this two-day review to brush up your terminology, system operations, maintenance requirements and math (bring your calculators). After study and this review, you will be ready for your levels I&II WD/WT certification exam.
BRING A CALCULATOR.
Instructor: Heath Cokeley, Hans Schroeder, Bob Waller, OAWU Staff
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to class date for lack of registrations. NO REFUNDS will be issued and REGISTRANTS WILL BE BILLED who fail to attend and do not give a 7 days prior notice. Don’t miss your opportunity. Sign up early.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please make a copy of your registration form to keep as confirmation or contact OAWU at (503) 837-1212 to request confirmation.
8:00 amWater Treatment/Distribution Certification Review @ City of Redmond - PW Training Room
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Aug19Mon2019
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25th Annual Summer Classic Conference – Attendee Registration @ Seaside Convention Center12:00 am – 12:00 am
CONFERENCE EVENTS & INFORMATION
Monday, August 19, 2019, Pre-Conference Classes
For those who want to earn extra CEUs, register for one of the Monday sessions. For more information, see the Monday Pre-Conference Schedule on page 2 and registration on page 7.Tuesday–Thursday, August 20-22, 2019 Full Conference Classes, CEUs and Meals
Tuesday-Thursday includes a variety of concurrent classes available with the ability to earn up to 1.7 Water and/or Wastewater CEUs. For specific CEUs possible, please see the full conference class schedule. Full conference meals includes continental breakfast Wednesday and Thursday, Tuesday lunch and evening outdoor barbecue, Tuesday evening bonfire & horseshoes on the beach (weather permitting).CLICK HERE FOR ATTENDEE BROCHURE & REGISTRATION INFO (PDF)
CLICK HERE FOR ATTENDEE REGISTRATION FORM (PDF)
ATTENDEE GOLF ONLINE REGISTRATION
12:00 am25th Annual Summer Classic Conference – Attendee Registration @ Seaside Convention Center
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Aug20Tue2019
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25th Annual Summer Classic Conference – Exhibitor Registration @ Seaside Convention Center8:00 am – 12:00 pm
EXHIBITING DAYS – August 20 & 21
Exhibit Booth Space The Seaside Convention Center provides complimentary Wi-Fi internet access.
Main Lobby Prime Space is available for an additional $100 and is limited to 5 spaces.
- Standard Booths located in the Pacific exhibit hall and hallway.
- Prime Booths are located in the front lobby area by main entrance.
- Booth spaces/tables will not be assigned; it is first come first served basis.
- Package pricing includes a 4’x8′ booth space or table, electrical access and free Wi-Fi.
- Additional company representatives are $50 each.
Please register by August 9, 2019 to ensure your company name on the exhibitor list.
Register now by completing the form below, or click this button to download the PDF Registration Form to register offline:
EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION FORM & INFORMATION (PDF)
EXHIBITOR GOLF INFORMATION & REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION POLICY: If you register for the 25th Annual Summer Classic Conference and fail to attend without providing OAWU with a 30 day prior notice (no later than Monday July 22, 2019). NO REFUNDS will be issued and/or you will be billed for a full registration.
8:00 am25th Annual Summer Classic Conference – Exhibitor Registration @ Seaside Convention Center
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Aug21Wed2019
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Golf Registration – Attendees 2019 @ Gearhart Golf Links1:30 pm – 6:30 pm
OAWU’s Annual Golf Scramble – Gearhart Links
Attendee Registration
Tee Time – Shotgun Start 1:30- 4-Person Team Scramble
- 18-Hole
- 2-Person Carts
- Enter as a team, or part of a team and we will find you partners.
- Prizes – Longest Drive, K-P, & More
- Cash Awards for Top 3 Teams
- Lots of Fun
Tuesday Evening 6:15 pm Meeting in the Pacific Room
CLICK HERE FOR ATTENDEE GOLF REGISTRATION INFO (PDF)
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Golf Registration – Exhibitor 2019 @ Gearhart Golf Links1:30 pm – 6:30 pm
OAWU’s Annual Golf Scramble – Gearhart Links
Exhibitor Registration
Tee Time 1:30 pm Shotgun Start- 4-Person Team Best Ball
- 18-Hole
- 2-Person Carts
- Enter as a team, or part of a team and we will find you partners.
- Prizes – Longest Drive, K-P, & More
- Cash Awards for Top 3 Teams
- Lots of Fun
Tuesday Evening 6:15 pm Meeting in Pacific Room
EXHIBITOR GOLF REGISTRATION FORM (PDF)
1:30 pmGolf Registration – Exhibitor 2019 @ Gearhart Golf Links
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Aug27Tue2019
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Wastewater Treatment/Collections Certification Reivew @ Shilo Inn8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Location: Shilo Inn
3304 Market Street NE
Salem, OR 97301CEUs: 1.4 WW / 0.7 Water / 0.1 OS ESAC #3559
Time: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (12-1 Lunch on your own)
Cost: $285 for Members / $385 for *Non-Members
*Each non-member individual who attends will receive a one-year OAWU Individual MembershipLodging: Shilo Inn, Direct 503-581-4001
$78.00 + Tax for Single Occupancy (Government rate)Description: This two-day course will provide specific information needed to help prepare for the Wastewater Treatment and/or Wastewater Collections certification exams. A practice exam with answers will be provided to each attendee. Review will include pretreatment, basic math, trickling filters, RBC, basic activated sludge, lagoons, wastewater disinfection, sludge digestion, solids handling and lab procedures. BRING A CALCULATOR.
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to class date for lack of registrations. NO REFUNDS will be issued and REGISTRANTS WILL BE BILLED who fail to attend and do not give a 7 days prior notice.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please keep a copy of your registration form as confirmation or you may contact OAWU to confirm receipt of your registration.
8:00 amWastewater Treatment/Collections Certification Reivew @ Shilo Inn
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Sep5Thu2019
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Developing your Operations and Maintenance Manual and/or Leak Detection @ Linn Benton Community College - North Santiam Hall (NSH) room 1068:30 am – 3:30 pm
Location: Linn Benton Community College
North Santiam Hall (NSH) room 106
6500 Pacific Blvd. SW
Albany, OR 97321Developing Your Operations and Maintenance Manual
Time: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
CEUs: 0.4 Water/WW/OS – ESAC #3395
Cost: $160 for Members/Non-Members
Description: This class will assist the water and wastewater system operator in outlining the specific points in developing the draft of the operations and maintenance manual. Step by step, each attendee will create their draft as it relates to their utility system during class, completing the document with a series of e-files at their home location.
Instructor: Tim Tice, Jason Green, OAWU
Leak Detection
Time: 1:30 – 3:30 pm
CEUs: 0.2 Water/WW – ESAC #3709
Cost: $60 for Members / $80 for Non-Members
Description: This course is designed to provide you with some basic knowledge of leak detection practices and correlation methods. Students will be instructed in the basics and background theory of leak detection to better utilize basic correlation techniques for distribution and collection systems. Participants will learn various methods available to identify and find leaks. A variety of equipment will be demonstrated and used to aid students in accurately pinpointing leaks in all types of pipe materials.
Instructor: Scott Berry, OAWU
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to class date for lack of registrations. NO REFUNDS will be issued and REGISTRANTS WILL BE BILLED who fail to attend and do not give a 7 days prior notice. Don’t miss your opportunity. Sign up early.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please make a copy of your registration form to keep as confirmation or contact OAWU at (503) 837-1212 to request confirmation.
8:30 amDeveloping your Operations and Maintenance Manual and/or Leak Detection @ Linn Benton Community College - North Santiam Hall (NSH) room 106
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Oct7Mon2019
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2019 Fall Operator’s Conference @ Florence Events Center9:00 am – 4:30 pm
CONFERENCE EVENTS & INFORMATION
ESAC #3983 Earn Up to 2.7 in Water and Wastewater
CCB #SRA1692 Earn up to 27 hours.Monday, October 7, 2019, Pre-Conference Class
For those who want to earn extra CEUs, register for the Effective Utility Management Monday session. For more information, see the Monday Pre-Conference Schedule on page 3 and registration on page 2.Full Conference is Tuesday–Thursday, October 8-10, 2019 This conference has a variety of concurrent classes available with the ability to earn up to 2.1 CEUs in Water and Wastewater. For specific CEUs possible, please see the Attendee flier for the class schedule. Conference fee includes morning coffee & donuts, and Lunch each day.
REGISTRATION POLICY: No refunds will be issued and a regular registration fee will be billed for those who fail to attend and do not give the OAWU office a seven day prior notice (no later than Monday, September 30, 2019)
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please keep a copy of your registration form as confirmation or you may contact OAWU to confirm receipt of your registration.
CLICK HERE FOR ATTENDEE BROCHURE & REGISTRATION (PDF)
9:00 am2019 Fall Operator’s Conference @ Florence Events Center
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Nov4Mon2019
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2nd Annual Spirit Mountain Casino Operator’s Conference @ Spirit Mountain Casino9:00 am – 4:45 pm
CONFERENCE EVENTS & INFORMATION
ESAC #3984 Earn Up to 2.7 in Water and Wastewater
CCB #SRA1694 Earn up to 27 hours.Monday, November 4, 2019, Pre-Conference Class
For those who want to earn extra CEUs, register for the Effective Utility Management Monday session. For more information, see the Monday Pre-Conference Schedule on page 3 and registration on page 2.Full Conference is Tuesday–Thursday, November 5-7, 2019 This conference has a variety of concurrent classes available with the ability to earn up to 2.1 CEUs in Water and Wastewater. For specific CEUs possible, please see the Attendee flier for the class schedule. Conference fee includes morning coffee and Lunch each day.
Lodging: Spirit Mountain Casino
27100 SW Salmon River Hwy
Grand Ronde, OR 97347
Guest room block available until Friday Oct. 4, 2019. Call (800) 760-7977 by the cutoff date for room block rate.
Rate: $99 + tax per night. $10 charge per additional guest.REGISTRATION POLICY: No refunds will be issued and a regular registration fee will be billed for those who fail to attend and do not give the OAWU office a seven day prior notice (no later than Monday, October 28, 2019)
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please keep a copy of your registration form as confirmation or you may contact OAWU to confirm receipt of your registration.
CLICK HERE FOR ATTENDEE BROCHURE & REGISTRATION (PDF)
9:00 am2nd Annual Spirit Mountain Casino Operator’s Conference @ Spirit Mountain Casino
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Nov13Wed2019
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Confined Space and/or Hazardous Communication Standard (Global Harmonization System) @ Linn Benton Community College - Calapooia Center, Vineyard Mountain Room (CC-213)9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Register for Both Classes, Get a Discount
Location: Linn Benton Community College
Calapooia Center, Vineyard Mountain Room (CC-213)
6500 Pacific Blvd. SW
Albany, OR 97321Confined Space
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
CEUs: 0.3 Water/WW/OS – ESAC #3841
Cost: $90 for Members/ $110 for Non-Members
Description: Development of a higher awareness level of confined space/lock out tag out in the work place and applying theory to real situations. Discuss the OAR-437 and instruction on how to comply.
Instructor: Tim Tice, OAWU
Hazardous Communication Standard (Global Harmonization System)
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm
CEUs: 0.3 Water/WW – ESAC #3459
Cost: $90 for Members / $110 for Non-Members
Description: This class will highlight elements of the rule CFR 1910.1200, employees understanding key features of the written program, safety data sheets, labeling requirements including new global harmonization features. Attendees will gain knowledge of chemical characteristics, the effects to exposure and how to properly use personal protective equipment.
Instructor: Tim Tice, OAWU
Cost for Both Classes: $150 for Members / $190 for Non-Members
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to class date for lack of registrations. NO REFUNDS will be issued and REGISTRANTS WILL BE BILLED who fail to attend and do not give a 7 days prior notice. Don’t miss your opportunity. Sign up early.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please make a copy of your registration form to keep as confirmation or contact OAWU at (503) 837-1212 to request confirmation.
REGISTRATION FORM (PDF)9:00 amConfined Space and/or Hazardous Communication Standard (Global Harmonization System) @ Linn Benton Community College - Calapooia Center, Vineyard Mountain Room (CC-213)
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Nov14Thu2019
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Water & Wastewater Field Operations & Safety and/or Leak Detection @ Marion County Public Works - Willamette & Santiam Rooms8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Register for Both Classes, Get a Discount
Location: Marion County Public Works
Willamette & Santiam Rooms
5155 Silverton Rd. NE
Salem, OR 97305Water & Wastewater Field Operations & Safety
Time: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
CEUs: 0.4 Water/WW – ESAC #3568
Cost: $125 for Members/ $160 for Non-Members
Description: Learn equipment installation, operations and maintenance, testing, disinfecting facilities, excavation safety and confined space, water sampling and lab, chemical safety, wells, tanks, and water treatment basics. Water and wastewater office responsibilities, writing policies and procedures, project management, and other basic requirements relating to running a water or wastewater system.
Instructor: Scott Berry, OAWU
Leak Detection
Time: 1:30 – 3:30 pm
CEUs: 0.2 Water/WW – ESAC #3709
Cost: $60 for Members / $80 for Non-Members
Description: This course is designed to provide you with some basic knowledge of leak detection practices and correlation methods. Students will be instructed in the basics and background theory of leak detection to better utilize basic correlation techniques for distribution and collection systems. Participants will learn various methods available to identify and find leaks. A variety of equipment will be demonstrated and used to aid students in accurately pinpointing leaks in all types of pipe materials.
Instructor: Scott Berry, OAWU
Cost for Both Classes: $160 for Members / $210 for Non-Members
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to class date for lack of registrations. NO REFUNDS will be issued and REGISTRANTS WILL BE BILLED who fail to attend and do not give a 7 days prior notice. Don’t miss your opportunity. Sign up early.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please make a copy of your registration form to keep as confirmation or contact OAWU at (503) 837-1212 to request confirmation.
REGISTRATION FORM (PDF)8:30 amWater & Wastewater Field Operations & Safety and/or Leak Detection @ Marion County Public Works - Willamette & Santiam Rooms
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Dec9Mon2019
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21st Annual End of Year Operator’s Conference @ Best Western Hood River Inn9:00 am – 4:45 pm
CONFERENCE EVENTS & INFORMATION
ESAC #3994 Earn Up to 2.7 in Water or Wastewater
CCB #SRA1695 Earn up to 27 HoursMonday, December 9, 2019, Pre-Conference Class
For those who want to earn extra CEUs, register for the Effective Utility Management Monday session. For more information, see the Monday Pre-Conference Schedule on page 3 and registration on page 2.Full Conference is Tuesday–Thursday, December 10-12, 2019 This conference has a variety of concurrent classes available with the ability to earn up to 2.1 CEUs in Water or Wastewater. For specific CEUs possible, please see the Attendee flier for the class schedule. Lunch is provided Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Also, the Conference includes continental breakfast Wednesday and Thursday.
Lodging: Best Western Plus Hood River Inn
1108 E. Marina Way
Hood River, OR 97031
Guest room block available until Friday Nov. 15, 2019. Call (800) 828-7873 by the cutoff date for room block rate.
When calling to reserve, identify yourself as an attendee of the OAWU Operator’s Conference.
Rates:
Standard Value Queen Bed: $99 + tax per night.
Standard Non View Room: $115 + tax per night.
Riverview King or Queen: $135 + tax per night.
Rates are dual occupancy; additional person $15.REGISTRATION POLICY: No refunds will be issued and a regular registration fee will be billed for those who fail to attend and do not give the OAWU office a seven day prior notice (no later than Monday, December 2, 2019)
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please keep a copy of your registration form as confirmation or you may contact OAWU to confirm receipt of your registration.
CLICK HERE FOR ATTENDEE BROCHURE & REGISTRATION (PDF)
9:00 am21st Annual End of Year Operator’s Conference @ Best Western Hood River Inn
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Jan7Tue2020
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Water Treatment, Water Distribution Certification Review @ Shilo Inn - Capitol Room8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Time: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (12-1 Lunch on your own)
CEUs: 1.4 Water / 0.5 WW/OS ESAC #3394
Cost: $285 for Members / $385 for *Non-Members
*Each non-member individual who attends will receive a one-year complimentary OAWU Individual Membership.Description: Are you prepared for the upcoming exams? Let OAWU help prepare you with this two-day review to brush up your terminology, system operations, maintenance requirements and math (bring your calculators). After study and this review, you will be ready for your levels I&II WD/WT certification exam.
BRING A CALCULATOR.
Instructor: Heath Cokeley, Hans Schroeder, Bob Waller, OAWU Staff
REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the right to cancel this class within 7 days prior to class date for lack of registrations. NO REFUNDS will be issued and REGISTRANTS WILL BE BILLED who fail to attend and do not give a 7 days prior notice. Don’t miss your opportunity. Sign up early.
CONFIRMATION POLICY: Please make a copy of your registration form to keep as confirmation or contact OAWU at (503) 837-1212 to request confirmation.
8:00 amWater Treatment, Water Distribution Certification Review @ Shilo Inn - Capitol Room
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