Course Category: Water Distribution

WD-44-HO – Fundamentals of Water Distribution for New Operators (5 Days) This course provides foundational training on water distribution systems, with opportunities for hands-on practice and demonstrations. Participants will gain essential knowledge of water distribution components, operations, and safety procedures. \ What is Covered: Overview of water distribution systems Ontario water legislation and regulations Pipe … Read more

WD-51-CT – Watermain Disinfection (1 Day) This course provides essential training on the disinfection of new and repaired water mains. Participants will learn the critical steps involved in ensuring water mains are safe to use, with a focus on maintaining water quality and public health. What is Covered: Reasons for disinfecting water mains Chlorine chemistry … Read more

WD-58-HO – Hydrostatic Testing of Watermains (1 Day) This course offers practical and theoretical training on performing hydrostatic testing of water mains, with opportunities for hands-on practice and demonstrations. Participants will learn the necessary steps to conduct safe and accurate pressure and leakage tests in compliance with industry standards. What is Covered: Hydrostatic testing procedures … Read more

WD-62-CT – Emerging Issues: Lead Services (1 Day) This course provides essential knowledge on the emerging issue of lead in drinking water systems. Participants will learn about the sources of lead contamination, health impacts, and methods for lead control, with an emphasis on regulatory compliance and public education. What is Covered: Sources of lead in … Read more

WD-69-CT – Troubleshooting for Water Distribution Operators (1 Day) This course equips water distribution operators with the essential troubleshooting skills required to quickly identify and resolve issues in the field. Through practical learning and case studies, participants will develop the ability to diagnose problems and implement effective solutions. What is Covered: Problem-solving versus troubleshooting techniques … Read more

WD-71-HO – Flow Testing of Fire Hydrants (Half Day) This course provides detailed training on the procedures for flow testing fire hydrants, with opportunities for hands-on practice and demonstrations. Participants will learn how to ensure accurate fire flow data collection to support fire suppression efforts and water system evaluations. What is Covered: Importance of fire … Read more

WD-72-CT – Assessing Your Distribution System for Rehabilitation (2 Days) This course provides a comprehensive understanding of assessing water distribution systems for rehabilitation or replacement. Participants will learn to gather data, perform assessments, and apply evaluation methods to ensure system functionality and longevity. What is Covered: Overview of water system deterioration Data collection and historical … Read more