Indiana Pipelines
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2 Hour Course
- $20.00
Participants will examine how pipeline safety standards apply to Indiana’s mix of urban and agricultural infrastructure. The course outlines common issues such as aging pipes, seasonal temperature swings and rural access challenges.
It also explains how responsibilities are shared among local utilities and federal agencies. Maintenance is addressed through practical examples, giving learners a realistic view of the tasks they may face on the job.
The course includes interactive knowledge checks in place of a final exam to help reinforce learning and support those preparing for fieldwork.
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- Course ID(s): PWST25-9381
- Approved By: Indiana Department of Environmental Management
Instructor Bio
Ralph Stevens is a water Subject Matter Expert, licensed in California, Nevada and Arizona as a Grade 3 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. Ralph has worked in wastewater for almost 50 years, starting as an operator in a wastewater treatment plant and serving most recently as the Maintenance Reliability Supervisor for the Clark County Water Reclamation District. He is a certified Class Trainer for the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) and has served as the Operations and Maintenance Chairperson for the same organization. He has won a number of awards for his work, including CWEA Electrical and Instrumentation Person of the Year (2015), Safety Plant of the Year (2017), and the WEF Burke Safety Award (2019). Ralph goes out of his way to help and protect staff and the environment.