EPA Updates Human Health Benchmarks for Pesticides in Drinking Water

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FROM THE EPA, JANUARY, 2017: EPA has updated its Human Health Benchmarks for Pesticides in drinking water to reflect the latest scientific information. The benchmarks are levels of certain pesticides in drinking water or source waters for drinking water at or below which adverse health effects are not anticipated from one-day or lifetime exposures. First … Read more

MA Drought Management Plan Changes in the Works

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Due to the 2016 drought, the MA Executive Office of Environmental Affairs intends to update the State’s Drought Management Plan (May, 2013 See Drought Plan FINAL 05-16-2013 pdf ). Please review the current plan to see if there are specific changes you would like to request.  Some revision requests that water suppliers may want to make … Read more

Job Opening – Town of Medfield

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Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Medfield, Massachusetts The Town of Medfield, MA is seeking applicants for the position of Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. The position works under the direction of the WWTP Chief and Assistant Chief Operators and performs necessary functions for the WWTP and pumping stations. The position is responsible for sampling of influent/effluent for … Read more

Legislative Update 12/29/2016

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Massachusetts Senate Bill SB2124 – Joint Committee on Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure – An Act relative to performance of work on hydrants and certain components of fire protection sprinkler systems.  On 12/27/16 – this bill was laid before the Governor .  He has 10 days to sign or veto.    If he doesn’t it will … Read more

Job Posting Abington Rockland Treatment Plant Operator

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GRADE III TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR   The Abington/Rockland Joint Water Works is seeking a Certified Grade III Treatment Operator.     Accountability:                   Reports to the Superintendent through the Primary Operator.   Basic Function & Scope:  Responsible for the production of quality Potable Drinking Water. Maintain accurate and true records of treatment plants quality and … Read more

Job Posting – Bridgewater Water Operator

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TOWN OF BRIDGEWATER                                                             NOTICE OF JOB POSTING   APPLICATIONS:       Will be received until position filled at the Office Town Manager, RE: Water Treatment Operator, Academy Building, 66 Central Square or via email to hr@bridgewaterma.org.   HIRE: $43,825.60                   1st YEAR  $51,570.48             MAXIMUM: $52,850.20   POSITION DESCRIPTION   POSITION TITLE:           Water … Read more

Job Posting Halifax Water Superintendent

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November 30, 2016    HALIFAX WATER SUPERINTENDENT   The Halifax Water Department is seeking applications for Superintendent of the Water Department.  The position is responsible for the treatment and distribution of water and must comply with the U.S. EPA Safe Drinking Water Act and Massachusetts DEP drinking water regulations.  The Superintendent is responsible for the … Read more

OSHA Firms Up Stance on Slips, Trips, Falls

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from PaintSquare.com: The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration has published its long-awaited final rule regarding slip, trip and fall hazards for general industry. The rule—which updates OSHA’s Walking-Working Surfaces standard and adds requirements for personal fall protection systems—is aimed at increasing consistency between general and construction industries, helping to clarify issues … Read more