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How Water Quality Monitoring Protects Us

This article explains what water quality monitoring is, methods used to monitor water quality, and how the data collected is used to make decisions that affect you and the environment.

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Another Michigan Water Crisis…

In this article we compare and contrast Flint and Benton Harbor, while also exploring the problems and potential solutions to fixing lead contaminated water.

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Wastewater Heat Recovery

Wastewater from domestic, commercial, and industrial facilities contains significant amounts of thermal energy. This thermal energy can be harnessed and reused through a process called wastewater heat recovery. In this article we’ll explore what wastewater heat recovery is, discuss components of heat recovery, and look at benefits and issues with wastewater heat recovery.

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Tribute to Steven Lambert

At JADE Learning, we are fortunate to work with individuals who are experts in their field with decades of knowledge and passion for their industry. One of those experts passed away in early February. We are deeply saddened by the loss of retired water operator, Steven Lambert. Steven Lambert worked […]

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ATP, Water Treatment, and Fireflies?

Did I get your attention with the mention of fireflies? You’ll have to read on for that one. Water treatment is vital for protecting public and environmental health and is best done proactively, as conditions can change rapidly. It is essential that water treatment operators have tools that keep them […]

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Continuing Education: 10 Frequently Asked Questions About Our Program

Continuing education is one of our core offerings at JADE Learning, but we know that some people have plenty of questions about how these courses work. We’ve tried to answer many of these questions below, but if you can’t find an answer to your question, reach out to us. JADE […]

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Basic Biological Nutrient Removal

In recent history emphasis has evolved from secondary treatment with the goal on nitrification, which reduces the Ammonia Nitrogen (NH3), to goals to reduce Total Nitrogen and Total Phosphorus discharges to sensitive waters. Conventional secondary treatment is not adequate to reduce Total Nitrogen and Phosphorus to acceptable levels for sensitive receiving waters. The ultimate goal is to control the growth of algae and aquatic plants that rob oxygen from the water.

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Emergency Preparedness at Water Plants

Is your plant ready for a major event? Do you have a plan against terrorist attacks, natural disasters, or catastrophic events such as a pandemic? Would your plant still be able to operate and provide clean water? Emergency preparedness is a proactive measure that is vital to the continued successful operation of water plants. Emergency preparedness includes having plans and procedures in place to respond to an emergency situation. We will talk about general and incident-specific emergency plans and what information they should include. We will also discuss one of the most important aspects of any emergency response preparedness plan: communication. We will cover both internal and external means of communication and how to incorporate them into your emergency response plan.

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Water Transmission and Distribution

To deliver safe, attractive drinking water, science does not stop at the water plant. Distribution system operation and maintenance will also depend on system operators, engineers, hydraulics, chemistry, and more. There are many people to thank for successful water distribution: from the construction crew, to the maintenance and repair crew, to the certified system operators. Success is delivering a desirable product to the customer’s tap.

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How Do I Renew My NC Drinking Water Operator License?

The NC Water Treatment Facility Operator Certification Board (NCWTFOCB) requires that all drinking water certified operators renew certifications annually before December 31. This annual renewal follows each year after the initial certification. As part of the renewal process, drinking water operators are required to complete six hours of continuing education board-approved professional growth coursework each year, following the year of initial certification.

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Working Together in the Water Industry: Owners and Operators Contributing to the Same Benefit

Drinking water, wastewater, remediation, landfill, land application operations, and other operations are intertwined with little formal association with one another. There are occasions that these operations will meet to discuss issues, but mostly, if everyone does their job professionally, the all will continue without issue. Professionals in this industry are one another’s keeper in the effort to protect public health and the environment.

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How To Start Your Career In Wastewater Treatment Operations

A wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) is a vital part of a communities’ ability to protect public and environmental health. A WWTP operator’s job is to make sure the plant process runs smoothly. Operators record daily readings, take water samples, and conduct plant inspections. Starting your career in wastewater includes attending an introductory level school along with passing a certification exam.

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NEC 314.27 (E) Luminaire and Fan Separable Attachment Fittings

The demand for quick, easily changeable lighting fixtures has led to the development of products consisting of an electrical receptacle with a locking device capable of supporting the luminaire weight. That receptacle also makes and breaks the electrical contacts responsible for feeding the luminaire. The load-bearing portion of this new component, called the mounting support, is installed in the ceiling box and includes the energized receptacle contacts that will feed the lighting fixture or ceiling fan. An attachment fitting that connects to the mounting support and the energized contacts built into that support is incorporated into the design of the lighting fixture or fan. The fixture or fan attaches to the mounting support with a twist lock motion. These new attachment fittings can save valuable time when installing lighting outlets.

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How Do I Renew My Arizona Water Operator License

When Does My Arizona Water Operator License Expire? Your Arizona Water Operator License will expire every 3 years. The specific expiration date depends on the date your license was originally issued. If you are unsure about your license expiration date you can look it up here. How Many Professional Development […]

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How to Renew Your Electrical License in New Mexico

Needing to renew an electrical license in the state of New Mexico? JADE Learning has you covered. We’ll guide you through the renewal process one step at a time and provide you with all of the continuing education courses that are required for renewing a New Mexico electrical license. Renewing […]

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Uncategorized

How Water Quality Monitoring Protects Us

Most Recent

Another Michigan Water Crisis…

Wastewater Heat Recovery

Tribute to Steven Lambert

ATP, Water Treatment, and Fireflies?

Recently in Uncategorized

Continuing Education: 10 Frequently Asked Questions About Our Program

Basic Biological Nutrient Removal

Emergency Preparedness at Water Plants

Water Transmission and Distribution

How Do I Renew My NC Drinking Water Operator License?

Working Together in the Water Industry: Owners and Operators Contributing to the Same Benefit

How To Start Your Career In Wastewater Treatment Operations

NEC 314.27 (E) Luminaire and Fan Separable Attachment Fittings

How Do I Renew My Arizona Water Operator License

How to Renew Your Electrical License in New Mexico

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