- Source Water Protection
- Underground Injection Control
Course Description: This course covers techniques for
delineating the zone contributing recharge to public water supply
wells as used in support of Safe Drinking Water Act programs (Wellhead
Protection, Source Water Assessment). The participants will be
introduced to and practice a step-by-step analytical approach
using case studies and hands-on computer modeling. This approach
balances the desire for geohydrologic realism with practical limitations
on time, resources, and understanding. Each participant will receive
a copy of the EPA WhAEM2000 computer model and documentation.
The training can be arranged for a specific location through a
contract or grant, using EPA registered ground water modeling
specialists.
Sponsored by: Office of Research and Development, U.S.
EPA, Washington, D. C.
Intended for: EPA Regional and State staff working on
wellhead protection and source water assessments, and public water
supply professionals.
Duration: Two days.
For More Information, Contact: EPA Regional staff interested
in this course should contact Stephen Kraemer at (703) 355-8340,
kraemer.stephen@epa.gov.
All other interested parties should contact Jamie Bourne at (202)
564-4095, bourne.james@epa.gov,
for more information.
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Course Description: This course provides information
on the hydrologic cycle and on the health effects of contaminants
in drinking water. The module introduces the concept of source
water protection and the elements of the program. It also describes
methods used to protect source water and explains how source water
protection is related to other drinking water programs. This course
is also available in Spanish.
Sponsored by: Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water,
U.S. EPA, Washington, D.C.
Intended for: State and EPA Regional staff.
Duration: This course can be presented in one day, or
combined with other SDWA introductory modules found in this Course
Catalog for a longer training session.
For More Information, Contact: Jamie Bourne at (202)
564-4095, bourne.james@epa.gov.
For information about presenting the Spanish version, contact
Mario Salazar at (202) 564-3894, salazar.mario@epa.gov.
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Course Description: The focus of this course is on source
water contamination prevention measures. The course provides background
information on SDWA’s major source water protection programs and
discusses types of prevention measures (e.g., land use controls,
structural measures and public education). The course also provides
information on prevention measures for specific sources and discusses
what individuals can do to foster source water protection.
Sponsored by: Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water,
U.S. EPA, Washington, D. C.
Intended for: This course is intended for State and EPA
Regional staff, technical assistance providers, and other involved
in source water protection activities.
Duration: One day.
For More Information, Contact: Steve Ainsworth at (202)
564-3873, ainsworth.steve@epa.gov.
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Course Description: In January 2000, EPA promulgated
regulations with requirements for certain specific Class V injection
wells. The training explains the Federal Underground Injection
Control (UIC) program and the new requirements for owners and
operators of Class V large capacity cesspools and motor vehicle
waste disposal wells. It discusses other changes to the UIC regulations
and partnership opportunities for EPA and local authorities to
implement the rule.
Sponsored by: Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water,
U.S. EPA, Washington, D. C.
Intended for: State, Tribal and EPA Regional staff and
technical assistance providers.
Duration: One day.
For More Information, Contact: Robyn Delehanty at (202)
564-3880, delehanty.robyn@epa.gov.
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Course Description: This course explains what an injection
well is and how it relates to subsurface geology. It reviews the
origins of the underground injection control (UIC) program and
program elements under SDWA. The module also describes some of
the challenges facing today’s UIC program.
Sponsored by: Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water,
U.S. EPA, Washington, D.C.
Intended for: State and EPA Regional staff.
Duration: This course can be presented in one day, or
combined with other SDWA introductory modules found in this Course
Catalog for a longer training session.
For More Information, Contact: Jamie Bourne at (202)
564-4095, bourne.james@epa.gov.
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Course Description: This course is a requirement under
EPA Order 3500.1 for anyone conducting or supervising an individual
who conducts a UIC inspection. The course provides instruction
on the types of inspections conducted on all classes of UIC wells.
Course participants learn how to prepare for an inspection, inspection
techniques and legal requirements, standard operating procedures,
and proper field safety. Technical discussions center on the different
types of well construction in each well class, how wells are tested
to ensure protection of underground sources of drinking water,
and the proper methods for plugging and abandoning wells. Case
histories are presented and field work supplements classroom training.
In addition, the statutory and regulatory basis for the UIC program
regulations, the relevant SDWA provisions, the relevant text from
40 CFR, and statutes that overlap with UIC (i.e., RCRA, CWA) are
discussed. Participants are required to take and pass an exam
at the end of the course in order to receive certification.
Sponsored by: EPA Region 3.
Intended for: EPA, State, and Tribal UIC staff.
Duration: Four days of classroom instruction, including
one-half day of field training.
For More Information, Contact: Steve Platt at (215) 814-5464,
platt.steve@epa.gov.
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Course Description: This training module provides an
introduction to UIC permitting issues for new permit writers.
The course discusses permit requirements and explains what to
look for in reviewing each of the attachments to a UIC permit
application. The course also provides a forum for sharing
permit strategies among UIC professionals.
Sponsored by: Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water,
U.S. EPA, Washington, D. C.
Intended for: State, Tribal and EPA Regional staff, and
technical assistance providers.
Duration: Two days.
For More Information, Contact: Mario Salazar at (202)
564-3894, salazar.mario@epa.gov.
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