Vulnerability Self-Assessment Tool: This security self-assessment guide is designed to help water systems determine vulnerable components and identify security measures that should be considered in order to protect the drinking water system and the customer it serves. In 2002, congress enacted the PUBLIC HEALTH SECURITY AND BIOTERRORISM PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE ACT. This Act requires community water systems serving populations greater than 3,300 but fewer than 50,000 to complete a Vulnerability Assessment and deliver the assessment to the Administrator of the U.S. EPA no later than June 30, 2004. The self-assessment questionnaires a simple design. Answers to the assessment questions are "yes" or "no". Space is provided on the questionnaire to identify needed actions to improve security. For "no" answers, you can refer to the comment column for suggested security improvement measures. This tool is available at no cost to water and wastewater systems.
Public Relations & Awareness Tools: During the reauthorization of the Safe Drinking Water Act, many special interest groups were involved in water quality campaigns. It became obvious that water systems needed to improve their customer awareness programs. Quality on Tap materials have been created to assist water systems in their marketing and public relations efforts. The QOT logo appears on cups, water bottles, pencils, stencils, shirts, and much more. Members can purchase items that have been prepared promoting water quality with the Association logo. Members may also with to take advantage of having their own name and logo imprinted on water quality awareness materials.
Safety Program Material: According to the National Safety Council, many serious accidents occur each year in the transportation and public utilities industry. A variety of safety manuals, training tapes and posters are available to utilities through the Association. WRWA and Advance Safety Technology have teamed up to Rural Water Safety Products that included videos, emergency plan templates and tail gate safety meeting topics.
Training Materials: The Association has developed training materials to be used as one prepares for certification examinations. There are a variety of training manuals that will assist utility personnel in learning in learning theories, concepts, and methods of system operation. Most of these materials are available by participating in the Association's training seminars but can be obtained from the Association office for a modest fee plus shipping.
