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Advancing Cryptosporidium parvum Detection Methodologies
This study focused on ideal methods of detecting C. parvum oocysts which give low detection limits, specific and sensitive detection in concentrated samples, and differentiation of viable from non-viable oocysts; are usable by a water treatment facility and provide quantitative results within a few hours. Potential useful methods are continuous flow centrifugation, real-time TaqMan PCR, cell culture inoculation followed by PCR of DNA extraction, and FISH.

Microbial Monitoring of Vulnerable Public Groundwater Supplies
This study assessed microbial methods for the detection of pathogens and microbial indicators (enteric viruses and Legionella pneumophilia) of water quality. Microbial occurrence data was also collected from raw water samples of fecally- contaminated public ground water systems. This occurrence data proved effective in identifying ground water supplies vulnerable to viral contamination.

Strategic Business Planning as a Water Resource Management Tool with CD
This book provides a framework for utilities to use in transforming existing management and planning activities into a holistic and efficient strategic business planning approach. Addressed are the challenges faced in managing the conflicting requirement of SDWA, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act and other federal legislation, tribal rights, community perception, inter-jurisdictional statutes, state regulations and competing interests.

Water Protection Reference Manual
A comprehensive water utility guide to source water management practices and regulations. This CD-ROM provides guidance in how to form a watershed management plan. It includes best management practices (BMPs), source water protection-related government programs and regulations with agency contact information, and a water supplier experience section.

Water System Security: A Field Guide with CD
Managers and operations personnel of small to medium-size water utilities will find this guidebook very helpful as they assess and upgrade the physical and operational security of their systems. This guide emphasizes measures that can be taken for better security against deliberate threats. It covers the emergency preparedness plan; vulnerability assessments; mitigation measures for critical components; emergency response and recovery and crisis communications. Supplied forms (in print & on Disk) include security checklist, system component list, potential biological and chemical threats, emergency contacts and forms.

Companion Video: Water System Security: A Video Field Guide
This 27-minute video brings to life the concepts and techniques of the book. It illustrates correct techniques for securing your utility, pump stations, wellheads and perimeters. It provides a visual "walkthrough" of correct procedures, as well as an opportunity to see the latest security technologies from low-tech protection to high-tech surveillance. Together, the book and video provide tremendous insights into your facilities and powerful tools to mitigate threats. Available in VHS only

Basic Chemistry for Water & Wastewater Operators
Water and wastewater operators will get the necessary training they need in this chemistry primer tailored just for them. The basics of units of measure, acids, bases, salts and gas laws are covered. This provides the components necessary to understand the chemistry to properly carry out the chemical phases of treatment, including coagulation, sedimentation, softening, hardness, corrosion and disinfection as well as the basic chemistry necessary in order to pass the operator certification examinations.

If you wish to order AWWA publications, please visit to the AWWA Bookstore or call their toll-free number: 1-800-926-7337 ext. 1.