Cyanotoxins and their Treatment (WT-83-CT):
This one-day course has been developed to provide participants with a complete explanation of cyanobacteria: what they are; where they occur; the toxins they produce; source water management; and treatment methods to remove them and deactivate them. Conventional and enhanced water treatment methods will be described along with waste management considerations. Current water quality guidelines and regulations will be explained, and utility case histories will also be examined. Videos and practice questions will be included.
What will be covered:
- Description, distribution, and history of cyanobacteria
- Cyanobacterial toxins and regulatory requirements
- Source water management
- Multi-barrier protection
- Conventional and enhanced water treatment
- Waste management
- Utility case history highlights
Duration: 1 Day
CEUs/Renewal Credits: 0.7 (7 Hours) in Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Yukon, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and New York.