How little training WW employees really have compared to other professions and the safety hazards of inadequate training
Hi everyone- Kurt Busch here. I’ve really enjoyed taking about this issue on the Water Works Industry Solutions web site. I know I have mentioned before that I used to work with the Las Vegas Valley Water District and know how important this issue is to our communities.
During my time working in the waterworks industry back in Las Vegas, I discovered that there are a surprising number of professions requiring more training than most waterworks employees are required to have, especially at the basic or entry level positions. Which, in most cases, are some of the most important positions, providing safe and clean drinking water to each and every one of us. In fact, some states do not currently require operators to be licensed at all.
Check out this web site that tells you every occupation in every state that does require a license. This link will allow you to choose a state and then it will list all of the professions. It is a great resource and I think you will be surprised when you take a look.
That’s all for now. Check back soon. Next time, I will be talking about how training in the water works industry affects our natural resources.
-KB
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