Maryland Pipelines
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2 Hour Course
- $29.00
With aging infrastructure in urban hubs and environmental concerns along its waterways, Maryland presents unique challenges for water professionals. This course connects pipeline safety standards to public health and environmental stewardship, with emphasis on real-world issues like corrosion, stormwater intrusion, and regulatory compliance.
Learners will explore how oversight is shared between local water departments and federal agencies. Maintenance is covered in depth, with relatable examples of tasks workers are likely to perform in the field - especially in mixed urban and coastal settings.
The course includes interactive knowledge checks to reinforce understanding. There is no final exam, making this a flexible learning tool for professionals preparing for hands-on work.
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- Course ID(s): 8113-25-9
- Approved By: Maryland Department of the Environment
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.