Water and Wastewater Disinfection
Course Pack: Dechlorination & Advanced Oxidation
Measuring Dose and Safety
Course Description
This module provides Measuring Dose and Safety training, covering the fundamentals of dose calculations, dosing-table interpretation, and the properties of commonly used dechlorination chemicals. Learners explore safe chemical handling practices, proper preparation methods, PPE requirements, and field-application considerations. Through this Measuring Dose and Safety training, operators gain practical knowledge of accurate dose adjustments, recordkeeping procedures, and compliance requirements that support safe and effective chemical dosing programs.
Learning Objectives
1) Apply simple dose calculations
2) Use dosing tables effectively
3) Recognize common dechlor chemicals
4) Identify safety requirements
5) Document dose adjustments accurately
Agenda
1) Refresher on dose‑calculation principles and their application in field operations
2) Use of dosing tables to support accurate and consistent dechlorination practices
3) Overview of commonly used dechlorination chemicals and their operational characteristics
4) Required safety and handling procedures for chemical preparation and application
5) Record keeping expectations and applied examples/exercises to reinforce compliant practices
Target audience
Operators performing routine dose adjustments, dechlorination tasks, or field chemical-handling activities
Level
I, II
Learning material and method
Online on-demand
Assessment
Knowledge check and quiz (80% correct and above)
Instructor
Mike Harrington