Emergency Preparedness for Operators💧Insights from The Wastewater Enthusiast (Shawn Powell)

How prepared is your utility for an emergency? In this special interview, we asked Shawn Powell, creator of The Wastewater Enthusiast, how he prepares for and responds to emergencies at his utility. From extreme weather events to equipment failures and contamination risks, water professionals face real-world challenges that require planning, coordination, and quick decision-making. In this conversation, you’ll learn: 🚨 Why emergency preparedness is critical for water and wastewater operators ⚙️ Common risks utilities must be ready for 📋 Key elements of an effective emergency response plan 👷 Real-world insights from the field This video is an extract from Watura’s course on Emergency Preparedness and Response, developed to help operators strengthen their readiness and protect public health. 🤝 This video is created in collaboration with Shawn Powell - The Wastewater Enthusiast. We're really excited to partner with him once again on YouTube and in creating our courses! 👉 Go further with Watura More information about the course: https://bit.ly/4mhNR8l 🚰 Create your free Watura account: https://bit.ly/47QwMfN