| 08/04/2026 | McFarland, WI |
WRWA Hands-On Utility Training: Hydrants, Locates, SCADA & Valves
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This hands-on training day combines practical field experience with essential classroom instruction for water and wastewater professionals. Attendees will learn proper fire hydrant operation, maintenance, disassembly, and troubleshooting while working on a live hydrant in the field. Participants are encouraged to bring locating equipment for an interactive underground utility locating session. The afternoon features SCADA security fundamentals and hands-on hydraulic control valve maintenance.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6,
Wastewater hours: 3 |
| 08/05/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Portable Sanitation & Work Sites - 2 sessions
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This 90-minute course is designed to assist portable sanitation operators and their teams in growing their skills and confidence in serving worksite customers. Two sessions available.
| PSAI,
Website: https://www.pathlms.com/psai/courses [exit DNR] | General Septage hours: 1.5 |
| 08/05/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Cybersecurity 102 Training
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This course builds upon the EPA OWERC Cyber 101, offering deeper insights into cybersecurity for those with basic knowledge in the field as it applies to Operational Technology (OT). Whether you are an IT professional, business owner, or simply interested in protecting yourself online, this training equips you with practical skills to navigate today’s digital threats.
| EPA Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity (OWERC),
Website: https://www.epa.gov/cyberwater/cybersecurity-exercises-and-technical-assistance-courses [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 1.5,
Wastewater hours: 1.5 |
| 08/05/2026 | Birnamwood, WI |
Wastewater Microbiology and Microscopy Training
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In-depth training on the role and the importance of microorganisms in the treatment system including microscope work to identify biology.
| WWOA,
Phone: (414)908-4950,
Email: c.harris@wwoa.org,
Website: https://www.wwoa.org/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Wastewater hours: 13 |
| 08/06/2026 | Sheboygan, WI |
Smith & Loveless Pump School
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The Smith & Loveless Pump School is a full day classroom style presentation that focuses on
wastewater pump station operations, troubleshooting, and maintenance. The class includes handouts
for hydraulic testing, pump curves, and compound gauge troubleshooting as well as small scale visual
aids of pump and pump station components.
| Smith & Loveless, Inc.,
Phone: (913)484-7581,
Email: dbryan@smithandloveless.com,
Website: https://smithandloveless.com/wastewater-pump-schools [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 5.5,
Wastewater hours: 5.5 |
| 08/06/2026 | Birnamwood, WI |
Wastewater Microbiology and Microscopy Training
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In-depth training on the role and the importance of microorganisms in the treatment system including microscope work to identify biology.
| WWOA,
Phone: (414)908-4950,
Email: c.harris@wwoa.org,
Website: https://www.wwoa.org/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Wastewater hours: 13 |
| 08/11/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Emerging Groundwater and Well Contaminants: PFAS and Others
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This course was developed to cover the issue of emerging contaminants in drinking water systems. This course is intended for municipal small water system operators, "other than municipal" (OTM) community water system operators, or non–transient non–community (NN) water system operators. Attendants will receive an overview of emerging contaminants, system sampling for these compounds, basic laboratory analysis overview, and treatment options should you detect them.
| Moraine Park Technical College,
Phone: (920)924-3449,
Email: training@morainepark.edu,
Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 08/11/2026 | West Bend, WI |
Management Seminar
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This seminar provides a great opportunity to discuss topics that are important for today's utility managers.
| Wisconsin Section AWWA,
Phone: (847)494-8813,
Email: contact@wiawwa.org,
Website: http://www.wiawwa.org [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Municipal Waterworks hours: 6.5 |
| 08/11/2026 | Weston, WI |
CSWEA Industrial Pretreatment Seminar
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WI Section CSWEA offers a 1 day training session geared towards Pretreatment professionals. It covers information on EPA Categorical Standards, Chemical Treatment, Permitting, Enforcement, PFAS, Updates from DNR Pretreatment Group, Reporting, Mercury Reduction/Dental, and Large Group Discussion.
| Central States (CSWEA)- WI Section,
Website: https://cswea.org/upcoming-events [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 6.3 |
| 08/12/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Sampling, Monitoring Procedures and Requirements
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The main topics of interest for this course are going to be bacteria, nitrate, nitrite and arsenic as well as touching on lead and copper sampling. We will discuss how a sample would be collected for each, what the monitoring procedures and requirements actually are, and we will discuss how these samples can be analyzed in the lab.
| Moraine Park Technical College,
Phone: (920)924-3449,
Email: training@morainepark.edu,
Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 08/12/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Cybersecurity 103 Training
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EPA's Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity (OWERC) provides training aiming to expand cyber knowledge for the water sector. The training will be a continuance of the Cyber Refresher and Cyber 102 trainings.
| EPA Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity (OWERC),
Website: https://www.epa.gov/cyberwater/cybersecurity-exercises-and-technical-assistance-courses [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 1.5,
Wastewater hours: 1.5 |
| 08/12/2026 | Virtual, WI |
A Day in the Life of a Small Water Operator
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“A Day in The Life”: This course was developed to cover an operator’s daily procedures, inspections, and routine maintenance expected in a water system. This course is intended for Small Water Systems (OTM/NN) Certified Operators: "other than municipal" (OTM) community water system operators, or non–transient non–community (NN) water system operators. Attendants will receive an overview of system sampling, basic laboratory analysis, inspections, and distribution maintenance.
| Moraine Park Technical College,
Phone: (920)924-3449,
Email: training@morainepark.edu,
Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 08/12/2026 | Crandon, WI |
WWOA Northwest/North Central Region Meeting
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This training will provide hands on instruction on groundwater monitoring well sample collection. A Basic Groundwater presentation will be given by WDNR Hydrogeologist Woody Myers followed by an overview of groundwater sample analysis and tour of Northern Lake Service.
| WWOA,
Website: http://www.wwoa.org [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 08/12/2026 | Elcho, WI |
WWOA Northwest/North Central Region Meeting
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This training will provide hands on instruction on groundwater monitoring well sample collection. A Basic Groundwater presentation will be given by WDNR Hydrogeologist Woody Myers followed by an overview of groundwater sample analysis and tour of Northern Lake Service.
| WWOA,
Website: http://www.wwoa.org [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 08/18/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Well Water System Sanitary Survey 101
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The Sanitary Survey OTM/NN session will investigate the various components that make-up a well water sanitary survey. The session will also explore common system deficiencies, solutions, and technology to help operators prepare for a survey, understand the survey, and prevent any issues that may be found during a sanitary survey. Case studies and a 'life in the day' will explore some public water systems through the eyes of the operators by goin through their systems with them.
| Moraine Park Technical College,
Phone: (920)924-3449,
Email: training@morainepark.edu,
Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/small-water-systems-operators/ [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 3 |
| 08/19/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Cybersecurity Refresher Training
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EPA's Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity (OWERC) provides training on cybersecurity basics to water and wastewater utilities to reinforce their foundational understanding of cybersecurity and how it applies to the water sector.
| EPA Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity (OWERC),
Website: https://www.epa.gov/cyberwater/cybersecurity-exercises-and-technical-assistance-courses [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 1,
Wastewater hours: 1 |
| 08/19/2026 | Virtual, WI |
WRWA Instruments, Engineering & Blueprints
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Gain practical knowledge of water instrumentation and analytical technology, engineering concepts for utility planning and decision-making, and the fundamentals of blueprint reading. The course will help attendees better understand water system monitoring, equipment selection, and how to interpret construction plans to support the operation and maintenance of water infrastructure.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3,
Wastewater hours: 3 |
| 08/20/2026 | Larsen, Wisconsin, WI |
WWOA-LMD 3rd Quarter Meeting
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Biological Phosphorus Removal
PFAS Regulatory Updates
Lemna Lagoon Biological Treatment Process
2 Treatment Plant Tours
| WWOA-LMD,
Phone: (920)544-4418,
Email: lreschke@releeinc.com,
Website: https://www.wwoa.org/ [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 5 |
| 08/25/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Distribution Certification
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Provides skills and knowledge to effectively operate a potable water distribution system. Students explore regulations, chemistry, system components, cross-connections, mathematics and laboratory work. This course also addresses the WDNR Classification D certification objective for those who desire information necessary to achieve this certification.
| Moraine Park Technical College,
Phone: (800)472-4554,
Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Municipal Waterworks hours: 12 |
| 08/26/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Water Cybersecurity Assessment Tool (WCAT) Training
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EPA's Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity (OWERC) demonstrates how to use the Water Cybersecurity Assessment Tool (WCAT) to conduct cybersecurity assessments at water and wastewater systems.
| EPA Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity (OWERC),
Website: https://www.epa.gov/cyberwater/cybersecurity-exercises-and-technical-assistance-courses [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 1.5,
Wastewater hours: 1.5 |
| 08/27/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Cybersecurity Procurement Training
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EPA's Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity (OWERC) demonstrates how to use the Cybersecurity Procurement Tool to assess and compare cybersecurity-related vendors.
| EPA Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity (OWERC),
Website: https://www.epa.gov/cyberwater/cybersecurity-exercises-and-technical-assistance-courses [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 1.5,
Wastewater hours: 1.5 |
| 08/27/2026 | Plover, WI |
WRWA Outdoor Water & Wastewater Expo 2026
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Operators will gain practical, field-focused training on utility inspections, lagoon treatment upgrades, lift station operations, climate resilience planning, pump maintenance, lead service line requirements, cross-connection control, GNSS data collection, instrumentation, emergency response, and well casing repair. Attendees will also experience hands-on product demonstrations and learn proven strategies to improve system reliability, compliance, and operational efficiency.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6,
Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 08/30/2026 | Indianapolis, IN |
2026 Water Infrastructure Conference (WIC26)
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See detailed attached. Attendees will discover the latest insights on how water systems can improve asset management, manage aging infrastructure, control water loss, protect critical infrastructure, deploy artificial intelligence, compile a lead service line inventory, and so much more!
| American Water Works Association (AWWA),
Phone: (800)926-7337,
Email: service@awwa.org,
Website: http://awwa.org/event/water-infrastructure [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Municipal Waterworks hours: 21,
Wastewater hours: 8.5 |
| 08/31/2026 | Plover, WI |
Water System Operations Basics: Groundwater, Wells & Pumps
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The morning session will cover the water cycle, water properties, geology and aquifers of Wisconsin. The afternoon session will cover well drilling and well components as well as different pumps commonly used in water systems.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6 |
| 09/01/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Iron, Zeolite, and VOC Certification
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Provides information and procedures necessary to treat water with excessive levels of calcium and magnesium. Addresses mineral source, treatment options, mechanisms of cation exchange and laboratory control. . Designed for students already having experience at a treatment facility who are seeking WDNR certification.
| Moraine Park Technical College,
Phone: (800)472-4554,
Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Municipal Waterworks hours: 12 |
| 09/01/2026 | Plover, WI |
Water System Operations Basics: Cross Connection Control and Sampling
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The morning session will cover cross connection controls and the regulations that pertain to them. The afternoon session will cover sampling requirements for water utilities to remain in compliance.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6 |
| 09/02/2026 | Plover, WI |
Waterworks Certification Training: Drinking Water Treatment and Distribution
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The morning session will cover the various components of a water utility distribution system including pipes, pumps, valves, and storage reservoirs. The afternoon session will cover the basics of drinking water treatment including water chemistry, disinfection strategies, disinfection byproducts, corrosion control, fluoridation, and filtration.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6 |
| 09/03/2026 | Plover, WI |
Water System Operations Basics: Math Basics and O&M Regulations
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The morning session will cover math basics for water utility operators. The afternoon session will cover operation and maintenance regulations for water utilities.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6 |
| 09/08/2026 | Virtual, WI |
3 hour CCC Assembly Tester Refresher ONLINE class 101
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Students will learn about cross connection controls and backflow prevention. Students will also learn about pressure differential gauge calibration and maintenance.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3 |
| 09/08/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Utility Management
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VIRTUAL TRAINING: September 8th 2026 9am-12pm. Overview of the technical, managerial, and financial aspects of utility management including federal regulations and integrating outside services.
| RCAP, GLCAP,
Website: https://glcap-ohiorcap.webex.com/webappng/sites/glcap-ohiorcap/meeting/register/02975d0d3dfc4df78c53ce4c664f8ce1?ticket=4832534b0000000939ca01397c3c6bddbd6c1e43fb44330584ca39519ac682f2a9d6da45e8e7f578×tamp=1784046849581&RGID=r8f0ada2eea68b681521 [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3,
Wastewater hours: 3 |
| 09/08/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Waterworks Certification Training: Iron & Manganese Removal Exam Review
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. We will cover the principle, structure, and function of iron and manganese removal. We will also cover operation and maintenance as well as monitoring and troubleshooting. We will conclude the training with safety and calculations.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3 |
| 09/08/2026 | Madison, WI |
Groundwater Supply and Distribution Certification
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Provides environmental and treatment information necessary to operate a potable groundwater well system. Basic distribution system design and component use also will be detailed. Students make operational assessments of a groundwater treatment plant based on established industry criteria.
| Moraine Park Technical College,
Phone: (800)472-4554,
Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Municipal Waterworks hours: 36 |
| 09/08/2026 | Plover, WI |
Advanced Wastewater Exam Review
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. This class will cover all parts of the DNR Advanced Wastewater Study Guide to prepare for exam.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Wastewater hours: 12 |
| 09/09/2026 | Plover, WI |
Advanced Wastewater Exam Review
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. This class will cover all parts of the DNR Advanced Wastewater Study Guide to prepare for exam.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Wastewater hours: 12 |
| 09/10/2026 | Waupun, WI |
WRWA Wells & Pumps-Operations & Maintenance
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Operators will learn practical water system operations and maintenance through classroom instruction and hands-on training, including PFAS basics, electrical controls, well rehabilitation, pump and motor repair, and field testing techniques. The session emphasizes real-world troubleshooting, equipment diagnostics, and system performance evaluation.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association & Municipal Well & Pump,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6 |
| 09/14/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Wastewater Operations: Nutrient Removal - Total Phosphorus
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. This training will cover phosphorus removal from wastewater treatment plants. Class subject matter will include: chemical removal theory, operation and maintenance, monitoring, process control, and safety.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 3 |
| 09/14/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Basic General Wastewater
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A 5 day class going over notes, math, and the DNR study guide to prepare the students for the DNR certification exam.
| Wastewater Training Solutions,
Phone: (608)770-5144,
Email: dtomaro@yahoo.com,
Website: http://wastewatertrainingsolutions.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Wastewater hours: 30 |
| 09/15/2026 | Virtual, WI |
3 hour CCC Assembly Tester Refresher ONLINE Class 102
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Training will cover regulations and issues for cross connection control assembly testers. Training will include installation assessments and test data management.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3 |
| 09/16/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Confined Space Entry Training
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This Confined Space Entry course provides workers, supervisors, and safety personnel with the knowledge and skills required to safely identify, evaluate, and work in confined spaces. The course explains regulatory requirements, hazard recognition, entry permit systems, atmospheric testing, ventilation, personal protective equipment (PPE), and emergency response procedures.
| BMC Trenchless,
Phone: (513)702-8534,
Email: justine@bmctrenchess.com,
Website: https://backmunicipalconsulting.activehosted.com/f/17 [exit DNR] | General Septage hours: 4,
Wastewater Safety hours: 4,
Waterworks Safety hours: 4 |
| 09/16/2026 | Plover, WI |
Excavation “Competent Person” Safety Training
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This training class was designed for employees, supervisors and management personnel. Participants will identify trench accidents, what is an excavation, competent person, soils and pressure, types of failures, cave-in hazards, general requirements, hazardous atmospheres and protective systems.
| Advanced Safety Technology, Inc., Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/ [exit DNR] | General Septage hours: 6,
Wastewater Safety hours: 6,
Waterworks Safety hours: 6 |
| 09/16/2026 | Greenfield, WI |
Wastewater: Biological Treatment Training
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Join us as we discuss some of the biggest challenges associated with industrial wastewater treatment. We will share information on biological wastewater treatment options and how we can rely on organisms to assist in environmental cleanup.
| Watertech of America, Inc.,
Phone: (414)573-0203,
Email: lisa@watertechusa.com,
Website: https://www.watertechusa.com/watertech-u-september-2026-wastewater [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 4 |
| 09/17/2026 | Virtual, WI |
2026 OTM/NN Exam Review
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Attendees will become familiar with the “Small Water System Operator Certification Manual.” Attendees will learn information that will assist them to prepare to take the small (OTM & NN) water system operator certification exam to become a Certified Operator. This class will cover all areas of operation and maintenance of a small water system including the hydrologic cycle, water chemistry, water system regulations, water contamination & treatment and water system components.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: http://www.wrwa.org [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 4 |
| 09/17/2026 | Plover, WI |
Wastewater Operations: Basic General Wastewater
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The training will cover terminology, influent wastewater, wastewater treatment, biosolids, effluent discharge, safety, and calculations. This class will also prepare attendees to take the Basic General Wastewater exam.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 09/21/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Wastewater Operations: Nutrient Removal - Total Nitrogen
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Training will cover nitrogen removal theories and principles, operation and maintenance, monitoring, process control, troubleshooting, safety, and calculations.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association ,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: http://www.wrwa.org [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 3 |
| 09/22/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Solids Separation
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A 2 day class going over notes, math, and the DNR study guide to prepare the students for the DNR certification exam.
| Wastewater Training Solutions,
Phone: (608)770-5144,
Email: dtomaro@yahoo.com,
Website: http://wastewatertrainingsolutions.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Wastewater hours: 12 |
| 09/22/2026 | Chippewa Falls, WI |
Groundwater Supply and Distribution Certification
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Provides environmental and treatment information necessary to operate a potable groundwater well system. Basic distribution system design and component use also will be detailed. Students make operational assessments of a groundwater treatment plant based on established industry criteria.
| Moraine Park Technical College,
Phone: (800)472-4554,
Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Municipal Waterworks hours: 36 |
| 09/24/2026 | Plover, WI |
Protecting the Upper WI River Basin Part 1
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Topics include the Upper Wisconsin River TMDL, adaptive management strategies, phosphorus and TSS reduction efforts, energy efficiency opportunities, watershed partnerships, water quality trading, and emerging concerns like PFAS affecting local utilities. Attendees will gain practical insight into how regulations, watershed management, and collaborative solutions are shaping wastewater permits and water utilities in the Upper WI River Basin.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6,
Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 09/28/2026 | Plover, WI |
WRWA Cross Connection Control Assembly Tester Certification Course
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This is a hands-on 40-hour certification course that will take an advanced look into cross connection controls. Training topics will include backflow prevention, cross connection control programs, hands-on repair of assemblies, and state regulations pertaining to cross connections. Class attendees will become certified to test cross connection control assemblies in the State of Wisconsin.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Municipal Waterworks hours: 40 |
| 09/29/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Biosolids/Sludge Handling, Processing and Reuse
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A 2 day class going over notes, math, and the DNR study guide to prepare the students for the DNR certification exam.
| Wastewater Training Solutions,
Phone: (608)770-5144,
Email: dtomaro@yahoo.com,
Website: http://wastewatertrainingsolutions.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Wastewater hours: 12 |
| 10/06/2026 | West Bend, WI |
Surface Water Certification
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Focuses on operational procedures necessary to produce safe and aesthetically acceptable water for human consumption. Methods of handling human and natural environmental contamination of raw water is emphasized and analyzed. Specific treatment technologies include preliminary processes, coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration and chemical conditioning. Designed for students already having experience at a treatment facility who are seeking WDNR certification.
| Moraine Park Technical College,
Phone: (800)472-4554,
Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Municipal Waterworks hours: 18 |
| 10/06/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Lab
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A 2 day class going over notes, and the DNR study guide to prepare the students for the DNR certification exam.
| Wastewater Training Solutions,
Phone: (608)770-5144,
Email: dtomaro@yahoo.com,
Website: http://wastewatertrainingsolutions.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Wastewater hours: 12 |
| 10/07/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Cybersecurity 102 Training
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This course builds upon the EPA OWERC Cyber 101, offering deeper insights into cybersecurity for those with basic knowledge in the field as it applies to Operational Technology (OT). Whether you are an IT professional, business owner, or simply interested in protecting yourself online, this training equips you with practical skills to navigate today’s digital threats.
| EPA Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity (OWERC),
Website: https://www.epa.gov/cyberwater/cybersecurity-exercises-and-technical-assistance-courses [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 1.5,
Wastewater hours: 1.5 |
| 10/07/2026 | Plover, WI |
Permit-Required Confined Space Entry Training
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This training class was designed for entrants attendants, supervisors and management personnel. Participants will be able to identify confined spaces, hazards, non-permit and permit-required confined spaces. This course will comply with OSHA29 CFR 1910.146 and State requirements. Employees who work in or around confined spaces, confined space rescuers, managers responsible for implementing safety and health standards, and safety coordinators should attend.
| Advanced Safety Technology, Inc., Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/ [exit DNR] | General Septage hours: 6,
Wastewater Safety hours: 6,
Waterworks Safety hours: 6 |
| 10/07/2026 | Crandon, WI |
Protecting the Upper WI River Basin Part 2
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This training will provide water & wastewater professionals with practical tools to protect source water, strengthen utility sustainability, address emerging contaminants such as PFAS, navigate funding opportunities for water & wastewater infrastructure improvements. Participants will learn about wellhead protection, source water protection strategies, utility ordinances to protect water & wastewater rate payers, regulatory authorities, & regional efforts to safeguard the Upper WI River Basin.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6,
Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 10/13/2026 | Green Bay, WI |
Groundwater Supply and Distribution Certification
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Provides environmental and treatment information necessary to operate a potable groundwater well system. Basic distribution system design and component use also will be detailed. Students make operational assessments of a groundwater treatment plant based on established industry criteria.
| Moraine Park Technical College,
Phone: (800)472-4554,
Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Municipal Waterworks hours: 36 |
| 10/13/2026 | Green Bay, WI |
2026 Wisconsin Wastewater Operators Association Annual Conference
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Annual technical talks for wastewater, water, and septage operators.
| Wisconsin Wastewater Operators Association,
Email: customercare@wwoa.org,
Website: http://wwoa.org [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Municipal Waterworks hours: 3,
Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 10/14/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Cybersecurity 103 Training
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EPA's Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity (OWERC) provides training aiming to expand cyber knowledge for the water sector. The training will be a continuance of the Cyber Refresher and Cyber 102 trainings.
| EPA Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity (OWERC),
Website: https://www.epa.gov/cyberwater/cybersecurity-exercises-and-technical-assistance-courses [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 1.5,
Wastewater hours: 1.5 |
| 10/14/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Confined Space Entry Training
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This Confined Space Entry course provides workers, supervisors, and safety personnel with the knowledge and skills required to safely identify, evaluate, and work in confined spaces. The course explains regulatory requirements, hazard recognition, entry permit systems, atmospheric testing, ventilation, personal protective equipment (PPE), and emergency response procedures.
| BMC Trenchless,
Phone: (513)702-8534,
Email: justine@bmctrenchess.com,
Website: https://backmunicipalconsulting.activehosted.com/f/17 [exit DNR] | General Septage hours: 4,
Wastewater Safety hours: 4,
Waterworks Safety hours: 4 |
| 10/14/2026 | Green Bay, WI |
2026 Wisconsin Wastewater Operators Association Annual Conference
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Annual technical talks for wastewater, water, and septage operators.
| Wisconsin Wastewater Operators Association,
Email: customercare@wwoa.org,
Website: http://wwoa.org [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
General Septage hours: 2,
Municipal Waterworks hours: 6,
Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 10/14/2026 | Green Bay, WI |
2026 WWOA Annual Conference Operator Competition - available only for competitors/judges
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Annual operator competition.
| Wisconsin Wastewater Operators Association,
Email: customercare@wwoa.org,
Website: http://wwoa.org [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Municipal Waterworks hours: 2,
Wastewater hours: 2 |
| 10/15/2026 | Plover, WI |
Residential Cross Connection Surveyor Class
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Training will cover cross connections, administrative code, backflow prevention, cross connection surveys, and hands-on survey exercises.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 6 |
| 10/15/2026 | Green Bay, WI |
2026 Wisconsin Wastewater Operators Association Annual Conference
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Annual technical talks for wastewater, water, and septage operators.
| Wisconsin Wastewater Operators Association,
Email: customercare@wwoa.org,
Website: http://wwoa.org [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
General Septage hours: 1,
Municipal Waterworks hours: 6,
Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 10/16/2026 | Green Bay, WI |
2026 Wisconsin Wastewater Operators Association Annual Conference
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Annual technical talks for wastewater, water, and septage operators.
| Wisconsin Wastewater Operators Association,
Email: customercare@wwoa.org,
Website: http://wwoa.org [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Municipal Waterworks hours: 2,
Wastewater hours: 2 |
| 10/19/2026 | Plover, WI |
Wastewater Operations: Basic General Wastewater
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The training will cover terminology, influent wastewater, wastewater treatment, biosolids, effluent discharge, safety, and calculations. This class will also prepare attendees to take the Basic General Wastewater exam.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 10/20/2026 | Online, WI |
Water Audit Implementation
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ONLINE TRAINING: October 20th 9:00-12:30. Training covers the importance of performing a water audit to assist with controlling non-revenue water while covering the 5 core areas: Water Supplied, Authorized Consumption, Water Losses, System Data & Cost Data. Additionally, attendees will experience a hands-on water audit example activity.
| RCAP, GLCAP,
Website: https://glcap-ohiorcap.webex.com/weblink/register/rf6f8d3e20969bf8e3eeb7de5dc8eb261 [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3 |
| 10/20/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Phosphorus Removal
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A 2 day class going over notes, math, and the DNR study guide to prepare the students for the DNR certification exam.
| Wastewater Training Solutions,
Phone: (608)770-5144,
Email: dtomaro@yahoo.com,
Website: http://wastewatertrainingsolutions.com [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Wastewater hours: 12 |
| 10/20/2026 | Plover/Virtual, WI |
Wastewater Operations: Sanitary Sewage Collection System
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. Operators will learn the terminology that goes with Sanitary Sewage, as well as safety tips. There will be training on components of the collection system as well as record retention, regulations and calculations.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 10/21/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Cybersecurity Refresher Training
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EPA's Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity (OWERC) provides training on cybersecurity basics to water and wastewater utilities to reinforce their foundational understanding of cybersecurity and how it applies to the water sector.
| EPA Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity (OWERC),
Website: https://www.epa.gov/cyberwater/cybersecurity-exercises-and-technical-assistance-courses [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 1,
Wastewater hours: 1 |
| 10/21/2026 | Plover, WI |
Wastewater Operations: Suspended Growth Processes and Nutrient Removal - Total Phosphorus
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. Operators will learn theories and principles of suspended growth, while also learning the operation, maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting in an Activated Sludge plant. The afternoon will then have the nutrient removal portion.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 10/22/2026 | Plover, WI |
Wastewater Operations Biological Solids and Sludges - Handling, Processing, and Reuse
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. The training will cover theory and principles of biosolids and sludges, operation and maintenance, monitoring, process control, troubleshooting, residuals management, safety, and calculations.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | General Septage hours: 6,
Wastewater hours: 6 |
| 10/26/2026 | Mukwonago, WI |
Traffic Safety for Water & Wastewater Operators
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This class covers safety requirements for working in and around active roadways, including high-visibility apparel Operators will learn traffic control planning and implementation in accordance with the Federal Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). The course explains how to properly communicate and deploy signs, cones, barricades, and flaggers before beginning work. Emergency traffic management during flooding events caused by water main breaks or sewer overflows is also addressed.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Wastewater Safety hours: 6,
Waterworks Safety hours: 6 |
| 10/27/2026 | Virtual, WI |
WRWA Cyber & Physical Protection for Water & Wastewater Utilities
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Best Practices & Resources Overview and mission of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA), protecting critical infrastructure, protecting remote operating systems, protecting confidential information, communicating emergencies to stakeholders, de-escalation techniques for dealing with disgruntled utility customers, signage options for restricted areas, cyber resiliency, resources available to the public from CISA.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association & CISA,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: http://www.wrwa.org [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3,
Wastewater hours: 3 |
| 10/27/2026 | Chippewa Falls, WI |
Iron, Zeolite, and VOC Certification
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Provides information and procedures necessary to treat water with excessive levels of calcium and magnesium. Addresses mineral source, treatment options, mechanisms of cation exchange and laboratory control. . Designed for students already having experience at a treatment facility who are seeking WDNR certification.
| Moraine Park Technical College,
Phone: (800)472-4554,
Website: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/licensure-and-certificates/ [exit DNR] | Multiday event,
Municipal Waterworks hours: 12 |
| 10/28/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Water Cybersecurity Assessment Tool (WCAT) Training
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EPA's Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity (OWERC) demonstrates how to use the Water Cybersecurity Assessment Tool (WCAT) to conduct cybersecurity assessments at water and wastewater systems.
| EPA Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity (OWERC),
Website: https://www.epa.gov/cyberwater/cybersecurity-exercises-and-technical-assistance-courses [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 1.5,
Wastewater hours: 1.5 |
| 10/29/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Waterworks Lead & Copper
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This session provides water operators with an overview of recent updates to Wisconsin’s Lead and Copper Rule under ch. NR 809. Participants will review compliance monitoring, corrosion control treatment, and available compliance flexibility options. The class also covers service line inventories, replacement planning, public education requirements, and lead monitoring in schools and child care facilities.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3 |
| 10/29/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Cybersecurity Procurement Training
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EPA's Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity (OWERC) demonstrates how to use the Cybersecurity Procurement Tool to assess and compare cybersecurity-related vendors.
| EPA Office of Water Emergency Response and Cybersecurity (OWERC),
Website: https://www.epa.gov/cyberwater/cybersecurity-exercises-and-technical-assistance-courses [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 1.5,
Wastewater hours: 1.5 |
| 10/29/2026 | Merrill, WI |
Can You Pass the DNR's Test for Septic Operator?
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Training would be questions and answers pertaining to the NR113 Code. This would allow us and the DNR to see what parts of the NR113 that need to have more and better training for operators.
| WLWCA Board Members: Emily Pierson, Rick Walters and Lance Petrasek,
Website: http://www.wlwca.com [exit DNR] | Septage Compliance hours: 3 |
| 11/04/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Waterworks Operations: Volatile Organic Compound Removal Exam Review
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This training course will help prepare new operators to become licensed and will also help as a great refresher for experienced operators. Training will cover the principle, structure and function of volatile organic compound removal, operation and maintenance, monitoring and troubleshooting, safety, and calculations.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3 |
| 11/05/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Waterworks Operations- Zeolite Softening Exam Review
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Operators will learn the principles, structure, and function of zeolite softening; the operation and maintenance of zeolite softening equipment; monitoring and troubleshooting techniques; safety considerations; and key calculations to review in preparation for the Zeolite Operator Certification Exam.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/training-calendar [exit DNR] | Municipal Waterworks hours: 3 |
| 11/05/2026 | Janesville, WI |
2026 OTM/NN Exam Review
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Attendees will become familiar with the “Small Water System Operator Certification Manual.” Attendees will learn information that will assist them to prepare to take the small (OTM & NN) water system operator certification exam to become a Certified Operator. This class will cover all areas of operation and maintenance of a small water system including the hydrologic cycle, water chemistry, water system regulations, water contamination & treatment and water system components.
| Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Phone: (715)344-7778,
Email: wrwa@wrwa.org,
Website: http://www.wrwa.org [exit DNR] | OTM / NN hours: 4 |
| 11/17/2026 | Plover, WI |
Excavation “Competent Person” Safety Training
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This training class was designed for employees, supervisors and management personnel. Participants will identify trench accidents, what is an excavation, competent person, soils and pressure, types of failures, cave-in hazards, general requirements, hazardous atmospheres and protective systems.
| Advanced Safety Technology, Inc., Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/ [exit DNR] | General Septage hours: 6,
Wastewater Safety hours: 6,
Waterworks Safety hours: 6 |
| 11/18/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Confined Space Entry Training
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This Confined Space Entry course provides workers, supervisors, and safety personnel with the knowledge and skills required to safely identify, evaluate, and work in confined spaces. The course explains regulatory requirements, hazard recognition, entry permit systems, atmospheric testing, ventilation, personal protective equipment (PPE), and emergency response procedures.
| BMC Trenchless,
Phone: (513)702-8534,
Email: justine@bmctrenchess.com,
Website: https://backmunicipalconsulting.activehosted.com/f/17 [exit DNR] | General Septage hours: 4,
Wastewater Safety hours: 4,
Waterworks Safety hours: 4 |
| 12/08/2026 | Plover, WI |
Permit-Required Confined Space Entry Training
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This training class was designed for entrants attendants, supervisors and management personnel. Participants will be able to identify confined spaces, hazards, non-permit and permit-required confined spaces. This course will comply with OSHA29 CFR 1910.146 and State requirements. Employees who work in or around confined spaces, confined space rescuers, managers responsible for implementing safety and health standards, and safety coordinators should attend.
| Advanced Safety Technology, Inc., Wisconsin Rural Water Association,
Website: https://www.wrwa.org/ [exit DNR] | General Septage hours: 6,
Wastewater Safety hours: 6,
Waterworks Safety hours: 6 |
| 12/09/2026 | Virtual, WI |
Confined Space Entry Training
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This Confined Space Entry course provides workers, supervisors, and safety personnel with the knowledge and skills required to safely identify, evaluate, and work in confined spaces. The course explains regulatory requirements, hazard recognition, entry permit systems, atmospheric testing, ventilation, personal protective equipment (PPE), and emergency response procedures.
| BMC Trenchless,
Phone: (513)702-8534,
Email: justine@bmctrenchess.com,
Website: https://backmunicipalconsulting.activehosted.com/f/17 [exit DNR] | General Septage hours: 4,
Wastewater Safety hours: 4,
Waterworks Safety hours: 4 |