Systems Operations Specialists

Orientation Overview

This orientation will provide the apprentice with a full overview of the expectations of the apprentice program including the on-the-job training component and related instruction, recordkeeping requirements and communication.

Instruction Schedule

• Apprentices will meet with the Apprentice Training Director for 9 weeks of instruction each semester.

Period 1 Instruction

• An introduction to wastewater systems
• Rules and regulations
• Operator ethics and safety related topics

Confined Space Training

• Introduction to confined spaces and proper steps to protect operators working in such conditions
• Hazards encountered in confined spaces
• Importance and order of atmospheric testing
• Ventilation requirements
• Duties of each member of the confined space entry team
• Required safety equipment for confined space

First Aid

• Treatment of burns, wounds, head, neck and back injuries, and heat and cold related emergencies
• Management of sudden illnesses, stroke, seizure, bites and poisoning

CPR Training

• How to perform CPR and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults
• Role of AEDs in emergency cardiac care

Safety Course

• Introduction to safety concepts and programs

Elective Credits

• Attendance at conferences, expos, general and advanced training courses offered to general membership, and outside training events (with approval from Apprentice Coordinator)

Shift Information

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