Louisiana Maintaining Wastewater Equipment

After completing this course, the licensee should be able to:

Describe a typical collection system layout.
Name the three types of pumping stations currently in use and explain how they differ.
Use the following terms in an explanation of pump operation: impeller, shroud, volute case, stuffing box, shaft sleeve, wearing ring.
Name the importance of a pump station ventilation system.
Demonstrate the necessary procedures to follow before pump start-up.
Name the two basic parts of a hand-cleaned bar screen and explain their functions.
Describe the operation of a mechanically cleaned bar screen.
Explain why grinders are used and how they are maintained.
Compare and contrast a rotating drum comminutor and a stationary screen comminutor with an oscillating cutter.
Explain how a barminutor combines the functions of a bar screen and a comminutor.
Give examples of important safety rules to follow when working with screening and grinding equipment.
Tell why grit removal is important.
Name the three phases of the grit removal process.
Explain the functions of slide gates and dewatering drains in handcleaned grit chambers.

Course Format: Text

Credit Type: Water, Wastewater

Course ID(s): 68994

Approved By: Department of Health And Hospitals - Center For Environmental Health

Maintaining Wastewater Equipment [41 Activities]

Course Completion