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Health, Safety and Environment

Wastewater Treatment Reclamation


REF : S1260 DATES: 6 - 10 Jan 2025 VENUE: Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) FEE : 5850 

Overview:

Introduction:

This training program provides participants with essential knowledge and skills for effectively treating and reclaiming wastewater. It equips individuals with the expertise needed to improve environmental sustainability, public health, and resource management through efficient wastewater treatment and reclamation practices.

Program Objectives:

At the end of this program, the participants will be able to:

  • Learn to evaluate and apply the latest technologies and processes in water reclamation, enhancing their ability to improve individual facilities, projects, and programs.

  • Improve communication skills across multiple disciplines, including engineering, regulations, technology, operations, maintenance, finance, and management.

  • Gain insight into the trends and developments shaping water reclamation in the 21st century, empowering them and their companies to tackle emerging challenges and opportunities.

Targeted Audience:

  • Operators of Wastewater Treatment Plants

  • Environmental technology university students and graduates.

  • Technicians from the private sector whose work is related to environmental technologies.

  • Local Authorities employees.

  • Elected Local Authorities representatives who are interested in environmental issues.

Program Outlines:

Unit 1:

Introduction to Wastewater Treatment:

  • Overview of Wastewater: Understanding sources, types, and composition of wastewater.

  • Importance of Treatment: Exploring the significance of treating wastewater for environmental and public health.

  • Basic Terminologies: Introducing key terms such as BOD, COD, and pH, and their relevance in wastewater treatment.

  • Regulatory Framework: Understanding the legal and regulatory requirements governing wastewater treatment.

  • Historical Evolution: Tracing the historical development of wastewater treatment techniques and technologies.

Unit 2:

Wastewater Treatment Processes:

  • Physical Treatment Methods: Exploring processes like screening, sedimentation, and filtration in removing physical impurities from wastewater.

  • Chemical Treatment Methods: Understanding the role of coagulation, flocculation, and disinfection in chemical treatment processes.

  • Biological Treatment Methods: Overview of aerobic and anaerobic processes, including activated sludge, trickling filters, and anaerobic digestion.

  • Advanced Treatment Technologies: Introduction to tertiary treatment methods such as membrane filtration, UV disinfection, and ozonation.

  • Comparison and Selection: Evaluating the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and suitability of different treatment processes for various types of wastewater.

Unit 3:

Wastewater Reclamation Technologies:

  • Overview of Reclamation: Understanding the concept of wastewater reclamation and its potential benefits.

  • Reuse Applications: Exploring various applications of reclaimed water, including irrigation, industrial processes, and groundwater recharge.

  • Membrane Technologies: Introduction to membrane bioreactors (MBRs), reverse osmosis (RO), and nanofiltration in wastewater reclamation.

  • Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs): Understanding the role of processes like ozonation, UV/H2O2, and photocatalysis in reclaiming wastewater.

  • Emerging Technologies: Overview of innovative technologies such as forward osmosis, electrocoagulation, and algae-based systems for wastewater reclamation.

Unit 4:

Operations and Maintenance:

  • System Components: Identifying and understanding the components of a wastewater treatment plant, including pumps, pipes, reactors, and control systems.

  • Operational Parameters: Learning how to monitor and control key parameters such as flow rate, dissolved oxygen, and sludge concentration.

  • Preventive Maintenance: Developing strategies for routine inspections, lubrication, and calibration to ensure optimal performance of treatment equipment.

  • Troubleshooting: Techniques for diagnosing and addressing common operational issues like foaming, bulking, and equipment failures.

  • Safety Procedures: Understanding safety protocols and best practices to prevent accidents and ensure the well-being of personnel working in wastewater treatment facilities.

Unit 5:

Environmental and Social Considerations:

  • Environmental Impacts: Examining the potential environmental consequences of wastewater discharge and the importance of minimizing pollution.

  • Energy and Resource Recovery: Exploring opportunities for recovering energy, nutrients, and water from wastewater through processes like biogas generation and nutrient recycling.

  • Public Perception and Acceptance: Addressing public concerns and misconceptions surrounding wastewater reclamation and promoting acceptance through education and outreach.

  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring compliance with local, national, and international regulations governing wastewater discharge, reuse, and quality standards.