Instructor demonstrates backflow connections

The University of Alaska Southeast Water and Wastewater Training Program assists operators in developing, enhancing and maintaining technical, managerial, and financial capacity of their systems, for increased public health protection and sustained compliance with the requirements of the Safe Drinking Water Act and the Clean Water Act.

Whether you need to prepare for the State of Alaska operator certification exam, are looking for short special topic continuing education courses for recertification, or need technical assistance or specialized training for your location - we strive to provide system owners and operators with the highest quality training.

Want to learn more? Contact the UAS Sitka Campus Water Wastewater Training Program Manager at 907-747-7755 or send an email.

Backflow Assembly Tester Workshop

This 5‐day training provides an individual with the information and skills to successfully pass the ABPA backflow assembly tester examination. The course covers testing and troubleshooting of the four backflow assemblies (Reduced Pressure Zone Assembly, Double Check Assembly, Pressure Vacuum Breaker, and Spill Resistant Vacuum Breaker).

This workshop is offered on an as needed basis, to learn more contact the UAS Sitka Campus Water Wastewater Training Program Manager at 907-747-7755 or send an email.

Small Treated Water Systems

The Small Treated Water Systems course was originally designed for operators in Alaska. A small treated water system in Alaska is one that serves less than 500 people, has less than 100 service connections, and adds only one chemical to the water. The course is based on the Operator's Guide to Small Treated Public Water Systems in Alaska.

This training is offered for individuals to take online or can be requested as an onsite workshop for groups.

Onsite Workshops

Contact our staff to arrange any of the following trainings for your community or organization:

Water Treatment / Distribution System Operator Level 1 Certification

Wastewater Treatment / Collection System Operator Level 1 Certification

Wastewater Lagoon Certification

Sanitary Survey Training

To request a training in your area contact the UAS Sitka Campus Water Wastewater Training Program Manager at 907-747-7755 or send an email.