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Learners will explore how safety standards support public health and environmental goals within New York’s water distribution systems. The course outlines the responsibilities shared by local utilities, state agencies and federal regulators to keep systems running safely and efficiently. 

The course places emphasis on maintenance and uses real-world examples that reflect common field conditions. Knowledge checks are in place to help reinforce key topics, offering practical preparation for daily work. 

  • Course ID(s): 570-10465-24092
  • Approved By: Bureau of Water Supply Protection

Instructor Bio

Ralph Stevens

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.