This course is designed to train managers, operators, and inspectors of landfill operations to increase the competency and efficiency of solid waste landfill operations. The course is designed to provide attendees the knowledge of current landfill design and operating practices; overview of state and federal regulations; an opportunity to network with peers; and the potential for professional development.
SWANA's MOLO course has been taught in over 100 locations to more than 7,000 solid waste management professionals. Currently there are nearly 2,000 Certified Landfill Managers and Inspectors as part of SWANA's voluntary certification program. Sign up for MOLO today and join your peers at the most recognized landfill training certification program in North America.
The Southern California Founding Chapter will present the MOLO course in the Spring of 2010 - check their website for more information - http://www.socalswana.org/
Course Content:
This 3-day course (and optional Certification exam) consists of presentation by MOLO certified instructors and state regulators; classroom exercises; and case studies.
Course Topics:
| Course Introduction and Overview | Solid Waste and Landfill Basics |
| Landfill Regulations | Landfill Location and Site Layout |
| Modern Landfill Design and Construction | Screening of Prohibited and Problematic Wastes |
| Landfill Equipment | Basic Operational - Techniques Part I and II |
| Leachate Management | Landfill Gas Management |
| Groundwater Monitoring | Landfill Operational Plan |
| Communications | Bioreactor Landfills |
| Closed Landfill Issues | Landfill Economics |
| Compliance Inspections | Safety Contingency Countermeasures |
| Course Wrap-Up and Evaluation | |
| Day Four (Optional): Written Examination |
Certification
If you would like to apply for certification as a Certified Landfill Manager, Landfill Inspector, or Landfill Technical Associate, you must complete a Certification Application at the time of the certification exam and return it to SWANA for consideration. Applications will be distributed at the exam location.
To be eligible for SWANA certification you must:
1. Attend SWANA's MOLO course
2. Successfully complete SWANA's certification examination
3. Complete and submit certification application that demonstrates you meet SWANA eligibility requirements.
Re-Certification can be accomplished by completion of 30 contact hours of training determined by SWANA to enhance the capabilities of the candidate. Re-certification can also be accomplished by re-taking the MOLO training course and paying the recertification fee. The Certification testing program is presented after each training program and is voluntary.
For questions relating to the certification process please contact the SWANA Certification Coordinator, at 1-800-GO-SWANA (467-9262) or cert@swana.org
For more information contact the SWANA Gold Rush Chapter MOLO Committee Co-Chair, James Moore at (209) 545-8490, ext 105 or by e-mail at jmoore@scsfieldservices.com
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