Welcome to WWOA
The Water and Waste Operators Association of Maryland, Delaware and District of Columbia
Welcome to WWOA
The Water and Waste Operators Association of Maryland, Delaware and District of Columbia
The Water and Waste Operators Association of Maryland, Delaware and District of Columbia
The Water and Waste Operators Association of Maryland, Delaware and District of Columbia
The Water and Waste Operators Association of Maryland, Delaware and District of Columbia (WWOA) represents water, wastewater and biosolids professionals in the Chesapeake Bay region. We are professionals who are dedicated to improving the environment through the advancement of knowledge.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 - 8am- 4:30pm
Annapolis Elks Lodge
2 Pythian Drive
Edgewater, MD 21037
Registration fee for active WWOA members is $25.00 (plus fees) for the training, morning refreshments, door prizes and lunch. Non-members must add a $25.00 membership fee. The following training sessions will be offered:
Basic and Enhanced Nutrient Removal - TRE 4073-07-07: All Wastewater and Industrial Wastewater (Process) 7 hours – George Smith, Instructor
Wastewater treatment facility personnel will review the biological nutrient removal processes, including both basic and enhanced, for nitrogen and phosphorus removal. Forms of nitrogen and phosphorus nitrification and denitrification, chemical and biological phosphorus removal, alkalinity adjustment, supplemental carbon sources, process testing, control and permit compliance will all be discussed in detail. Process configurations and operational techniques to optimize year-round effluent performances will be discussed for both nitrogen and phosphorus.
Concepts of Drinking Water Treatment - TRE 3819-06-07: All Water Treatment and Water Distribution (Process) 7 hours – Justin Akers, Instructor
Totally new to the drinking water treatment field or just looking for a refresher? Recently hired apprentices and trainees will be introduced to the Safe Drinking Water Act and how it applies to the operator. The concepts of water sources, water storage and distribution systems will be introduced during this course. Other topics covered will include basic concepts of pumping and pressure maintenance, disinfection, storage tanks, fluoridation, corrosion control, and plant safety. Participants will further discuss the key elements of an effective safety program.
Limited vendor spaces and sponsorships are available!
Online registration only.
Click Here for Online Registration and Vendor/Sponsor Information
WWOA will be awarding sixteen (16) members scholarships to the 2024 Tri-Association Conference (Tri-Con)! You must have been a member in 2023 and your membership current for 2024 to be eligible. Four (4) members from each Section will be chosen by random drawing at the main body board meeting on June 19th, 2024. You need not be present to win! The 2024 Tri-Con will be held August 27th - 30th, 2024, at the Roland Powell Convention Center in Ocean City, Maryland. You can download the application and return it to us, or you can apply online.
Applications must be received no later than 4PM June 17, 2024.
Download application below to apply by mail or email.
WWOA will present its Distinguished Service Awards to outstanding individuals in the Water, Wastewater and Solid Waste fields at the 2024 Tri-Association Conference (Tri-Con) which will take place from August 27th - 30th, 2024, at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center in Ocean City, Maryland.
If you know someone who has made significant improvements in facility safety, permit compliance issues, reduced O & M costs, or has gone above and beyond the call of duty to educate coworkers, then WWOA has an award waiting for them!
Nominations must be received by June 17, 2024 at 4pm. You do not have to be a WWOA member to submit a nomination; however, you must be a WWOA member to be eligible for most awards.
Download nomination form below to nominate by mail or email.
Savage Volunteer Fire Company, Savage, MD
Savage Volunteer Fire Company, Savage, MD
Annapolis Elks Lodge, MD
Annapolis Elks Lodge, MD
MCET, Hughesville, MD
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MCET, Hughesville, MD
Mount St. Mary's College, Emmitsburg, MD
Mount St. Mary's College, Emmitsburg, MD
Rowland E. Powell Convention Center, Ocean City, MD
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Rowland E. Powell Convention Center, Ocean City, MD
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