MIL-HDBK-1005/16
2.9
Startup Training. Training of facility staff is
necessary before new wastewater facilities are started up.
Depending on the experience of the staff, and their familiarity
with the proposed facilities, training should include the
following:
a)
Equipment O&M Training. This training should be
provided by the equipment manufacturer, normally as part of the
construction contract. It should include all procedures
described in the O&M manuals provided by the manufacturer.
b)
Process Training. Where new or unique treatment
processes are being constructed, operations staff should be
trained on the basic principles necessary for adequate process
control. For example, if a new biological nutrient removal
process is being constructed, staff should be given training on
the basic microbiological reactions that occur to produce
nutrient removal as well as the process monitoring and operations
necessary to control the process.
c)
Operating Procedures. Review the operating
procedures for all processes, including startup, shutdown,
normal, and emergency procedures, if any. Include both classroom
training and hands-on training where the operators can see which
valves to operate, which control panels to monitor, etc. Include
operator interface with the instrumentation and control system.
d)
Safety Procedures. Review safety procedures for
all new facilities based on existing procedures. Identify
potential hazardous areas, such as confined spaces and hazardous
chemical storage areas, and review safety procedures. Locate
safety devices, such as safety showers, first-aid equipment,
emergency repair kits, and self-contained breathing apparatus,
and review procedures for their use.
e)
Sampling and Testing Procedures. Review new
requirements for sampling and testing within the facility.
2.10
Performance Testing. New facilities should be tested
for acceptable performance both before and after startup. To the
extent possible, the following testing should be performed before
beginning treatment of wastewater. Written documentation should
be prepared for all performance testing, which should include the
following checks:
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