Training on Emergency Response to
Contamination of Wastewater Systems
Why is training on contamination of wastewater systems
offered?
EPA acknowledges the fact that, like drinking water utilities,
wastewater utilities are potentially targets of malevolent acts, including
contamination. The Wastewater Response Protocol Toolbox
(WWRPTB) addresses response to contamination incidents in
wastewater systems. This can include contamination with toxic
chemicals as well as infectious, radioactive, flammable or explosive
substances. In keeping with the trend of providing guidance that is
suitable for multiple hazards, the WWRPTB discusses the response to
accidental and negligent contamination events in addition to its primary focus on intentional contamination. This
course provides training on the guidance for wastewater utilities found in the newly developed WWRPTB.
What is the Wastewater Response Protocol Toolbox?
The WWRPTB is a planning tool that provides guidance to aid utilities in planning for contamination threats and
incidents. Additionally, the WWRPTB can be used as a reference by laboratories, regulatory agencies, health
departments, and emergency response organizations when they are preparing their response plans for dealing with
wastewater contamination threats and incidents.
What topics are covered in the training on Emergency Response to Contamination of Public
Wastewater Systems'!
* Conducting a threat evaluation * Responding to a contamination threat or incident * Site investigation
* Sample collection * Sample analysis * Recovery from a contamination incident * Incident Command System
*Tabletop Exercise * Crisis Communication
Who should attend this training?
Small, medium and large wastewater utility staff and management, state
wastewater primacy agencies personnel, public health officials, and
government & non-government workers with a role in emergency response.
How much does it cost to attend the training?
There is no fee for attending this training!
Why should I attend training on Emergency Response to Threats of Contamination of
Public Wastewater Systems'!
Contaminations incidents have occurred in wastewater systems in the past. Some of these have resulted in
significant impacts on public safety as well as public and private property. Since wastewater systems have been
categorized by the Federal government as key infrastructure, expectations have increased for their protection.
This course provides valuable information for protecting these systems.
To register, please visit: http://www.teex.com/WWRPTB
For more information, please contact Joshua Novikoff. novikoffioshua@,eDa.gov
Office of Water (MC 4608-T)
EPA 817-F-07-014 October 2007
http://www.epa.gov/watersecurity
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Training on Emergency Response to
Contamination of Wastewater Systems
CLASS LOCATIONS / DATES
Dallas, TX Jan 22 - 23, 2007 (Region 6)
Atlanta, GA Jan 30 - 31, 2007 (Region 4)
Boston, MA TBD (Region 1)
New York, NY TBD (Region 2)
Philadelphia, PA TBD (Region 3)
Chicago, IL TBD (Region 5)
Kansas City, MO TBD (Region 7)
Denver, CO TBD (Region 8)
San Francisco, CA TBD (Region 9)
Seattle, WA TBD (Region 10)
Office of Water (MC 4608-T) EPA 817-F-07-014 October 2007 http://www.epa.gov/watersecurity
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TRAINING ON EMERGENCY RESPONSE TO CONTAMINATION
OF WASTEWATER SYSTEMS
Workshop Agenda
DAY 1-8:00- 5:00
Morning (8: 00- 12:00)
Introduction of instructors and participants
Overview of workshop
Module 0 EPA Wastewater Response Protocol Toolbox (WWRPTB) Introduction
Module 1 WWRPTB Wastewater Utility Planning Guide
Module 2 WWRPTB Contamination Threat Management Guide
Break (15 minutes)
Video Wastewater Security: An Operator's Perspective
Module 3 WWRPTB Site Characterization and Sampling Guide
Module 4 WWRPTB Analytical Guide
Role of FBI in Wastewater Emergencies
LUNCH 12:00 to 1:00
Afternoon (1:00 -5:00)
Module 5 WWRPTB Public Health Response Guide
Role of EPA On-Scene Coordinators and Criminal Investigation Division Personnel
Module 6 WWRPTB Remediation and Recovery Guide
Break (15 minutes)
EPA's Water Contamination Information Tool (WCIT)
Communicating with the Public During an Emergency
Water and Wastewater Agency Response Networks (WARN)
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Workshop Agenda
DAY 2 -8:00 -4:30
Morning (8: 00- 11:00)
Video "U.S. Justice Department ICS #1 (Single Command)"
Overview of Incident Command System and National Incident Management System
Video "U.S. Justice Department ICS #2 (Unified Command)"
Break (15 minutes)
Introduction to Tabletop Exercise and organization of functional groups
LUNCH 11:00 to 12:00
Afternoon (12:00 -4:30)
Exercise Commences - (3 hours)
Incident Command Briefings
EOC Press Conference
Consolidated group discussion ("Hot Wash")
Workshop Wrap up
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