Category: Drinking Water

  • Electronic Sanitary Survey Software

    The installation file for the Desktop Electronic Sanitary Survey (ESS) software developed by the Drinking Water Academy is provided below. For technical assistance, contact the Division at (801) 536-4200. ESS Database Upgrade (Version 4.2) ESS Setup File (Version 3.8) Installation guide Installing Desktop ESS also requires a data file. This file will be provided to…

  • Sanitary Surveys

    2016 Schedule Plan Review and Operating Permits Training ESS (Electronic Sanitary Survey) Software What is a Sanitary Survey? Pre-Sanitary Survey Checklist All public drinking water systems are periodically inspected to assess their construction, operations, and record keeping. The inspections identify conditions that may present a sanitary or public health risk. Utah state regulations (R309-100-7) require…

  • Water Hauling Approval

    The Director of the Division of Drinking Water has the authority to regulate the use of hauled water by Public Water Systems in Utah through UAC R309-550-10 (Water Hauling). Public Water Systems may only use water hauling during emergencies or under the specific conditions described in UAC R309-550-10. Proposals for water hauling must be submitted…

  • Emergency Preparedness: Division of Drinking Water

    Information on emergency water storage and treatment is available from the following sites: Food and Water in an Emergency (US FEMA) Emergency Planning, Response and Recovery Be Ready Utah for Family, Business, School and Community Water Emergency Preparedness Visit the Utah Division of Emergency Services and Homeland Security home page for more information on disaster…

  • Home Water Storage for an Emergency

    This information is relevant for emergency water storage in containers of 55 gallons or less. If you are storing water in a container larger than 55 gallons or have an auxiliary water tank, please consult the following disinfection calculator and guidance. Amount of Water to Store The Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Drinking Water…

  • Emergency Resources: Division of Drinking Water

    Resources for Emergencies Boil Order Guidance Documents These documents may be useful in notifying the public during a Boil Advisory event. Other Resources

  • Emergency Preparedness Documents: Division of Drinking Water

    These documents may be of value in the preparation of vulnerability assessments and emergency response plans: Are You Ready? A Guide to Citizen Preparedness From the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Bioterrorism: A Guide for Community Leaders and First Responders Published by the School of Public Health at New York Medical College. Emergency Response Guidebook Utah…

  • Monthly Webinars

    Certified water operators can earn .05 CEUs by watching the webinar live. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Fill out the webinar form for previous webinars. Webinar Archive For informational purposes

  • Rules Training Videos: Division of Drinking Water

    To view in full-screen mode, rollover the video with your mouse, then click on the square icon on the bottom right-hand side. Electronic Distribution of Consumer Confidence Report Life Cycle of a Violation Water System Reporting and Social Media: Water System Requirements and Online Tools How to Set Up an Online Reports Account Source Grouping…

  • Training: Division of Drinking Water

    Training CalendarFind training and relevant events near you. Provided by the Utah Water and Wastewater Training Coalition. Study MaterialsFind study guides, math formulas, presentations, and more to help you Become Certified. WaterLink HelpHow to use WaterLink. Videos and Screencasts Monthly WebinarsWebinars air live every last/second-to-last Monday of the month. Watch past webinars and find past CEU…

  • Screencasts

    Find more study materials on the Study Help page. Screencast CEU’s are updated at the end of the week. Safety and Security Radionuclides Disinfection (must watch Parts 1 & 2) Disinfection Part 1 Disinfection Part 2 Pumps and Motors (must watch Parts 1 & 2) Pumps & Motors Part 1 Pumps & Motors Part 2 Operation & Maintenance…

  • OpenLine Newsletter

    Past Issues 2016 OpenLine Newsletter 2015 2013 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003

  • Drinking Water Payment Portal

    Division of Drinking Water fees and payment applications.

  • Water Operator Tools & Resources

    WaterLink.utah.gov Drinking Water’s database website is a very useful tool and provides a lot of value to water operators. Here are three main uses for operators: PlutoCalc App A free problem solver suite for water treatment, wastewater, hydraulics, environmental chemistry and unit conversions. Chlorine Dose Calculator for Tanks and Pipelines This tool is for estimating…

  • Water Quality Alliance

    The Utah Water Quality Alliance (Alliance) was formed in 1994 to assist drinking water utilities in water quality optimization projects and in updates in new regulations. The main objective of the Alliance is a shared commitment to continuous enhancementof drinking water quality delivered to the community. The common goals are to work together to find…

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