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News Briefs: Hawaiian Beaches Close After Wastewater Spills
News Briefs: Hawaiian Beaches Close After Wastewater Spills
Online Exclusives
August 26, 2015
Heavy rain causes trouble in paradise as Waikiki beaches close
ISO Publishes Water Crisis Management Guidance
Online Exclusives
August 26, 2015
News Briefs: Wastewater Operator Dies in Oxidation Ditch
News Briefs: Wastewater Operator Dies in Oxidation Ditch
Online Exclusives
August 13, 2015
News Briefs: Worms Invade Neighborhood Drinking Water
News Briefs: Worms Invade Neighborhood Drinking Water
Online Exclusives
July 30, 2015
In this week's water and wastewater news, water customers get an unpleasant surprise in their tap water, Lake Erie water intakes test positive for microcystin and Texas drought restrictions return.
How a Gas Scrubber Functions In a Real-World Emergency
Online Exclusives
June 29, 2015
An emergency gas scrubber was put to the test during a chlorine leak at an Indian plant. Here's how it performed.
OSHA Confined Space Rule for Construction Begins in August
Online Exclusives
May 12, 2015
Since 1994, OSHA has been working on a confined space entry rule for the construction industry. See what will change on Aug. 4 as the rule goes into effect.
Could California Run Out of Water?
Online Exclusives
April 02, 2015
As California enters its fourth year of severe drought, Gov. Jerry Brown declares emergency and issues new regulations. But will it be enough?
Remembering the Rhode Island Floods of 2010
Blogs
March 31, 2015
Rhode Island marks the fifth anniversary of epic flooding along the Pawtuxet River.
East Coast Municipalities Prepare For Spring Snowmelt
East Coast Municipalities Prepare For Spring Snowmelt
Online Exclusives
March 24, 2015
As the weather warms and the snow melts, municipalities from Boston to Bangor, Maine, are facing challenges from this winter's record-setting snowfall totals.
How to Train a Rookie Operator
How to Train a Rookie Operator
Online Exclusives
March 16, 2015
Do you remember your first day on the job? Now that you're the experienced one, how do you introduce a newcomer to wastewater treatment?
Do All States Need OSHA-Approved Plans?
Online Exclusives
March 12, 2015
Without state OSHA plans, many public sector employees — including treatment plant operators — are vulnerable to unsafe working conditions. Is it time for change?
News Briefs: Spark from Saw Starts Treatment Plant Fire
News Briefs: Spark from Saw Starts Treatment Plant Fire
Online Exclusives
March 11, 2015
In this week's water and wastewater news, a fire ignites at a Minnesota plant, East Lansing responds to worker lawsuit and Alabama utilities could lose tax exemption.
Wait! Did You Check Your Gas Detector?
Online Exclusives
March 09, 2015
Confined-space entry deaths continue to make headlines. Learn how the proper gas detector could save your life.
Safety Today Launches New Website
Safety Today Launches New Website
Online Exclusives
February 23, 2015
Wastewater Pathogen Risks: Are You Protected?
Wastewater Pathogen Risks: Are You Protected?
Online Exclusives
February 23, 2015
A recent study in the onsite wastewater industry has implications for treatment plant employees. Find out where your greatest risks might be and how you can increase protection.
News Briefs: Plant Employees Sue City for Asbestos Exposure
News Briefs: Plant Employees Sue City for Asbestos Exposure
Online Exclusives
February 19, 2015
In this week's water and wastewater news, worker safety triggers an East Lansing lawsuit, a Texas loan program receives positive response and subzero temps cause problems in Canada.
Come PCBs or Ebola, Spartanburg Water Is Ready
Come PCBs or Ebola, Spartanburg Water Is Ready
Online Exclusives
January 26, 2015
Crisis management begins with a strong foundation. At Spartanburg Water, that foundation led the utility through a PCB contamination crisis and, later, made the utility a leader in Ebola preparation.
News Briefs: Florida Operator Dies in Plant Accident
News Briefs: Florida Operator Dies in Plant Accident
Online Exclusives
January 20, 2015
In this week's wastewater news, daily routine turns deadly at a Florida plant, a flushable wipes case is dismissed and weather conditions cause problems for a Lake Erie water treatment plant.
CDC Releases Interim Guidance For Wastewater Workers
Online Exclusives
November 24, 2014
Ebola Webinar Answers Wastewater Questions
Ebola Webinar Answers Wastewater Questions
Online Exclusives
November 06, 2014
As researchers investigate questions, treatment plant workers can take simple, prudent steps to protect themselves.