Water Well Journal
Issue link: http://read.dmtmag.com/i/573697
Ethical Issues and Well Inspections by Groundwater Professionals Wednesday, December 16 2–3 p.m. Preparing written reports based on inspection and sampling of water supply wells has created a diversification niche for some water well contractors. State laws generally dictate who is qualified to inspect and sample wells and such laws where they exist can vary signifi- cantly. The aspect often missing from the entire process is ethical considera- tions that could arise when contractors perform such inspections. This work- shop will address the variety of con- siderations those who perform such inspections must consider, accurately detail, and reliably represent the integrity of the profession. Presenter: Gary L. Hix, CWD/PI, RG, CPG, In2Wells LLC DACUM Codes: DOA2, DOA3, DOE6, DOF1, DOF2, DOG9, DOJ1, DOJ2, DOK14, DOK5, DOL9, PIE21, PIE22, PIF8, PIF9, PIG10, PIG12, PIG2, PIG7, PIG8 How NGWA's Business Tools Can Make Your Business More Profitable Tuesday, December 15 8–9 a.m. Whether you are new to the ground- water industry or are conducting a regu- lar fiscal physical of your company, NGWA business tools can help you gen- erate revenue and keep more of that rev- enue as profit. This session will feature NGWA's business tools created by those in the industry to address the challenges of bidding and estimating, invoicing, and proper pump sizing. You will learn how NGWA's cost calculators and the NGWA Pump Sizer can assist in captur- ing all expense areas and offer each business owner and manager the flexi- bility to customize each tool for a spe- cific company's need and situation. Presenter: Jessica Rhoads, National Ground Water Association DACUM Codes: DOA6, DOB8, DOB9, DOJ7, DOK1, PIC11, PIC2, PIC4, PIC5, PIG4, PIG5, PIG6 Permit Exempt Wells Tuesday, December 15 8–9 a.m. In most western states, property own- ers have long enjoyed a right to divert relatively small amounts of groundwater without any requirement to obtain a state-issued permit. Over the past decade this practice has come under heightened scrutiny from state regula- tors and interest groups. Most often the expressed concern has to do with the potential for permit exempt wells to ad- versely impact senior water rights. This session will explore the role of permit exempt wells in the expanding dispute over rural western development, includ- 30 October 2015 WWJ EXPO from page 29 Arrive Early and Take In a Course You don't have to wait until the Groundwater Expo to begin your professional development. NGWA will be hosting four short courses beginning prior to the start of Expo. Please note these offerings have their own fee separate than the Groundwater Expo registration fee. Go to www.GroundwaterExpo.com for more information and to register online. Advanced Borehole Geophysics for Water Resources/Water Supply Applications December 14-15 Discover how geophysical logs can be used to better analyze and assess aquifer properties through quantitative interpretation during this two-day advanced course that builds upon the NGWA introductory-level course on the same subject. Presenters: Bruce Manchon, PG, and John Sciacca, PG (The fee for NGWA members is $845 on or before November 13; thereafter it is $945. For nonmembers, it is $995 on or before November 13; thereafter it is $1095.) Applications of Groundwater Geochemistry December 14-15 This two-day course will provide you with the knowledge you need to evaluate contaminant migration and design remediation systems based upon the geochemical parameters of your site. Presenter: Bill Deutsch (The fee for NGWA members is $920 on or before November 13; thereafter it is $1020. For nonmembers, it is $1070 on or before November 13; thereafter it is $1170.) Crafting Technical Documents and Making Effective Presentations December 14 Learn how to compile technical information from a variety of sources into a coherent document and then communicate the data to a variety of expert and nonexpert audiences during this one-day course. Presenter: Eric Leake, Ph.D. (The fee for NGWA members is $375 on or before November 13; thereafter it is $475. For nonmembers, it is $525 on or before November 13; thereafter it is $625.) Drilling Fundamentals for Hydrogeologists December 14 This one-day course is designed to acquaint—or reacquaint—you with various drilling methods, well design concepts, design calculations, and trou- bleshooting techniques. In addition, health and safety considerations will be addressed, as well as building rap- port with other groundwater profes- sionals at the drill site and on the project. Presenters: Marvin F. Glotfelty, RG, and Art Becker, MGWC, CPG (The fee for NGWA members is $445 on or before November 13; thereafter it is $545. For nonmembers, it is $595 on or before November 13; thereafter it is $695.) waterwelljournal.com