Water Well Journal
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Hydrofracking—Groundwater, Not Oil and Gas Tuesday, December 6 10:30–11:30 a.m. When people today hear the word "hydrofracturing" they immediately think of oil and gas. However, that is actually hydraulic fracturing, while hydrofracturing is a commercially established practice for producing domestic water well systems as well as public water supplies looking to en- hance its supply. Find out in this session hydrofracturing details, how state regu- lation has caught up with the industry, and how the practice lends itself to water well development. Presenter: Jeffrey Williams, MGWC, CVCLD, Spafford and Sons Water Wells DACUM Codes: DOB3, DOG1, DOG3, DOG4 Treat Muddy Drilling Water by Using a Sediment Filter Bag as a Best Management Practice Tuesday, December 6 10:30–11:30 a.m. Managing and treating the muddy drilling water and drill cuttings during the air-rotary drilling of a water well, particularly when the drilling water and drill cuttings are going to flow right into a stream or flow into a storm drain pipe. A sediment filter bag is an effective best management practice (BMP) that treats the muddy drilling water and contains the drill cuttings. Do's and don'ts will be shown using examples from actual drilling sites. Presenter: Todd Giddings, Ph.D., PG, Todd Giddings and Associates Inc. DACUM Codes: DOA4, DOB3, DOE13, DOI4, GOE4 Personal/Professional Development NGWA Director Candidates School Thursday, December 8 12:30–2 p.m. Ever wonder about the folks you saw at the Expo who had the gold ladder pins on their lapel or name badge? Where did they get them and what do they mean? The gold ladder pin signi- fies they are graduates of NGWA's Di- rector Candidate School, a school for members considering making them- selves available as future candidates for NGWA volunteer director positions. During this workshop, you will receive valuable insight into what it means to serve among the distinguished ranks of the Association's 42 volunteer director leaders. If words such as credible, de- pendable, knowledgeable, experienced, committed, responsible, and networker apply to you, then be sure to attend this offering so you too can earn and wear the gold ladder pin. In addition, you will receive a participation certificate, as well as the opportunity to win special leadership materials. Presenter: Kevin McCray, CAE, NGWA DACUM Codes: DOL1, DOL4, DOL5, DOL6, DOL9 Volunteer Candidates School: How You Will Benefit Your Business, Your Industry, and Your Soul! Tuesday, December 6 1:45–2:45 p.m. Volunteers are critical to the National Ground Water Association's mission of advancing groundwater knowledge. NGWA offers a variety of opportunities for members to contribute to achieving higher levels of professionalism while protecting the groundwater resource. This workshop will address how you can make a positive impact on your business, your profession, your industry, and ultimately mankind by volunteering your time and expertise in response to those opportunities. The volunteer experience will be addressed in terms of expectations, responsibilities, achievements, and recognition. Presenter: Kevin McCray, CAE, NGWA DACUM Codes: DOL5, DOL6, DOL9 Safety and Compliance Avoiding Electrical Hazards and Electrocution: Safe Practice in the Groundwater Industry Thursday, December 8 3–4 p.m. By far the most severe loss factor in the groundwater industry is electrocu- tion. While we may first think of a derrick coming into contact with an overhead electrical line, there are nu- merous threats from underground utili- ties, faulty hand tools, and improper maintenance and housekeeping prac- tices. You will learn proper lock-out/ tag-out procedures, proper power tool inspection practices, and the critical steps in safely setting up, tearing down, Water Systems Primer and Refresher Tuesday, December 6 7:30 a.m.–3 p.m. NGWA, in collaboration with the Water Systems Council, has crafted a training program to nurture the trou- bleshooting and diagnostic skills of those who are new to the groundwater industry and enhance those of the seasoned water systems professional. The course will address these major areas: • Water systems and components overview • Proper selection and sizing of materials and components • Diagnostics and troubleshooting • Variable frequency drives (vari- able flow for constant pressure). The course is recommended for those who may be taking a state licen- sure water systems exam or one of the NGWA Voluntary Certification Pro- gram exams on water systems. The ex- perienced pump installer and water well contractor who seek the most cur- rent information and application of recent technologies will also benefit. Representatives from various water systems companies who are members of the Water Systems Council and NGWA will instruct those attending. All registered Groundwater Week attendees are eligible to attend this course, but seating is limited to 80 and it is first come, first serve. You are expected to attend the entire offering in order to receive a certificate of completion for continuing education credit. Attendance at the class will be enhanced by bringing the Water Sys- tems Handbook, 12th Edition if you have a copy. Copies are available at the NGWA Bookstore. EDUCATIONAL continues on page 32 Twitter @WaterWellJournl WWJ October 2016 31