Training Division Program
The National Environmental Training Center for Small Communities (NETCSC)
NETCSC
takes pride in assisting small communities with training materials, information,
and referral services in the areas of wastewater and drinking water. Through
the efforts of technical assistance providers and trainers the program benefits
local decision-makers, operations personnel, regulatory officials, environmental
consultants, and others by aiding their efforts to improve the public health
and water utilities management of their communities. The NETCSC is funded through
the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(
EPA).
Community and Individual Assistance
- We assist environmental professionals, local decision-makers, and others
who work in and with small communities. We can provide materials to help
with training and public education. Contact us about our drinking water,
wastewater, and solid waste products or refer to our Training
Products Catolog. Call toll free at 1(800) 624-8301 or e-mail info@mail.nesc.wvu.edu.
Our Products
Free downloads are provided below. To order hard copies call toll-free at
(800) 624-8301.
- Training Products
Catalog (pdf) - Both the NETCSC offers free and low-cost products
for use in all phases of training, from needs assessment to delivery and
evaluation.
- E-Train Newsletter Archives - This publication
presents profiles of exemplary training programs, environmental training,
plus practical tips and techniques for successful environmental training
for small communities.
- A Guide to Asset
Management for Small Water Systems (pdf) - This 30-page booklet provides
a brief overview of asset management for small water and wastewater systems
lists recommended resources for implementing such a program. To order
ask for product #TRBLMG06.
- Protecting Your Communities Assets: A Guide for Small Wastewater
Systems (pdf) - Designed for utility managers, operators, and
local officials, this guide aims to improve security and plan for emergency
situations affecting wastewater treatment systems that serve less than
10,000 people. To order ask for product # TRBKMG03. Download: Part
1 | Part 2 | Part
3
- Self-Assessment Tool for Small Community Decision Makers
(pdf) - Designed to be use by decision makers in small communities,
is structured to identify areas where improvements can be made in the
management of environmental services. This material may be reproduced
with permission from the NESC.
- Regulations Affecting
Small Systems (pdf) - This is a list of rules and policies which describes
applicable regulations; the size of communities affected; specific rules
for different size communities; and current, upcoming, and future Safe
Drinking Water Act and Clean Water Act regulatory dates.
Our Information