Developing Integrated Water Quality Surveillance & Response System
This online engineering PDH course provides practical guidance on designing Enhanced Security Monitoring (ESM) as part of a Water Quality Surveillance and Response System (SRS).
Drawing on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s 2017 technical document, this course outlines how utilities can enhance their ability to detect, delay, and respond to security threats that could compromise drinking water safety. This course explores the core elements of ESM, starting with site selection strategies that prioritize facilities based on risk and cost-effectiveness. It then examines physical security measures, including hardening techniques, intrusion detection sensors, and advanced video monitoring systems with analytics to reduce false alerts.
Additionally, this course covers the design of communication systems to reliably transmit data, as well as information management platforms that facilitate alert display, storage, and investigation. It emphasizes the importance of structured alert investigation procedures, partnerships with law enforcement, and staff training to ensure an effective response to potential contamination incidents.
This 3 PDH online course is suitable for engineers, water utility professionals, environmental scientists, and other technical professionals interested in developing integrated water quality response systems.
This PE continuing education course is intended to provide you with the following specific knowledge and skills:
- Understanding the role of Enhanced Security Monitoring (ESM) within a Water Quality Surveillance and Response System (SRS)
- Learning how to evaluate and prioritize utility sites for ESM enhancements using a structured, risk-based approach
- Knowing how to select and implement physical security equipment, including hardening techniques, intrusion detection devices, and video monitoring systems
- Developing strategies for designing communication systems that connect remote ESM equipment with utility control centers
- Familiarizing yourself with information management systems that process, store, and display ESM alerts through intuitive user interfaces
- Establishing effective procedures for investigating ESM alerts and differentiating valid threats from false alarms
- Designing a preliminary ESM framework that encompasses site selection, equipment integration, communication, training, budgeting, and scheduling
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