Training on Asset Management for Water & Wastewater Utilities Course

This engaging training on asset management for water & wastewater utilities course provides a practical introduction to asset management principles specifically designed for water and wastewater utilities. We move beyond theoretical concepts, equipping you with the tools and strategies to optimize your asset performance, minimize risks, and maximize the value of your infrastructure investments. Through interactive exercises, real-world case studies, and expert instruction from Uphilos Consultancy, you'll learn to develop and implement effective asset management strategies, covering risk mitigation, lifecycle planning, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven decision-making. This training on asset management for water & wastewater utilities course will empower you to build a robust asset management framework that ensures the long-term sustainability and efficiency of your operations, even in the face of aging systems, changing regulations, and growth demands. You'll leave with actionable strategies and the confidence to implement an effective asset management program within your utility.

Key Features:

• Practical Application Focus: Learn how to apply asset management principles directly to your work.
• Real-World Case Studies: Analyze successful and unsuccessful asset management strategies.
• Interactive Exercises & Simulations: Gain hands-on experience through practical exercises.
• Expert Instruction from Uphilos Consultancy: Benefit from the expertise of leading asset management consultants.
• Actionable Strategies: Leave with a clear plan to implement asset management within your organization.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for professionals in water and wastewater utilities involved in:

• Flood Management
• Groundwater Management
• Water Quality Management
• Biodiversity & Habitat Conservation
• Pollution Prevention & Control
• Regulatory Compliance

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of training on asset management for water & wastewater utilities course, you will be able to:

• Define Asset Management: Explain what asset management is and its benefits for water utilities.
• Understand Policy, Strategy & Plans: Differentiate between policies, strategies, and plans.
• Establish Line of Sight: Appreciate the importance of clear communication across organizational levels and service areas.
• Utilize Global Standards: Identify and apply relevant global asset management standards (e.g., ISO 55001).
• Analyze Risk Events: Analyze risk events using industry-standard methodologies.
• Identify Operational Barriers: Recognize barriers to effective asset management implementation.
• Extend Asset Life: Understand protocols for operating and maintaining assets to extend their lifespan.
• Develop Asset Hierarchies: Explain how to develop and apply asset hierarchies.
• Support Financial Planning: Demonstrate how asset management supports financial planning and decision-making.
• Plan Capital Investments: Describe a framework for effective capital investment planning.

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Asset Management

• History of Asset Stewardship
• Core Principles of ISO 55001
• Defining Policy and Strategy
• Developing Asset Management Plans (AMPs)
• Establishing an Asset Management System

Module 2: Asset Information Management

• Standards and Systems for Asset Data Management
• Developing Asset Hierarchies and Defining Data Attributes (e.g., for pump stations, treatment plants)
• Implementing an Asset Information Strategy
• Data & Information Management (condition, replacement cost, criticality, etc.)

Module 3: Asset Risk Management

• Overview of ISO 31000 Risk Management Standard
• Identifying Risks (aging infrastructure, growth, climate change, etc.)
• Risk Assessment (Analysis & Evaluation)
• Risk Treatment Strategies
• Developing Contingency Plans

Module 4: Asset Condition Assessment & Management

• Asset Health & Performance Metrics
• Condition Assessment Methods (age-based, proxy-based, evidence-based)
• Benchmarking Asset Condition
• Implementing Condition-Based Maintenance Strategies

Module 5: Asset Lifecycle Management

• Lifecycle Overview (creation, acquisition, operation, maintenance, disposal)
• Asset Acquisition & Procurement Strategies
• Effective Operation & Maintenance Protocols
• Asset Disposal & Decommissioning Procedures

Module 6: Levels of Service & Stakeholder Engagement

• Stakeholder Mapping & Engagement Strategies
• Leading & Lagging Indicators for Performance Measurement
• Defining Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Metrics, and Measures
• Performance Reporting and Communication

Module 7: Financial Strategies & Decision Making

• Understanding OPEX, CAPEX, and TOTEX
• Decision-Making Criteria for Asset Investments
• Prioritization & Optimization Techniques
• Multi-Objective Decision Analysis (MODA)
• Asset Reinvestment Strategies

Module 8: People, Culture & Continuous Improvement

• Organizational Structure & Culture for Asset Management
• Governance Models for Asset Management
• Resource Management Strategies
• Process Mapping and Optimization
• Change Management for Asset Management Implementation

Certification:

• Upon successful completion, you will receive a valuable Uphilos Consultancy certificate, recognizing your newly acquired expertise in asset management for water and wastewater utilities.