Reference |
Description |
Date |
EPA Compendium of Environmental Testing Laboratories (CETL or Laboratory Compendium) |
A limited-access online database of environmental laboratories and their capabilities to analyze chemical, biological, and radiological contaminants. |
January 15, 2014 |
EPA's Containment and Disposal of Large Amounts of Contaminated Water: A Support Guide for Water Utilities |
Reference document that can be used by water utilities in preparing and responding to an all- hazard chemical, biological, and radiological contamination event when rapid decision making is needed. |
September 1, 2012 |
EPA's Coordination of the Water Sector and Emergency Services Sectors: An Important Step to Better Response |
This fact sheet explains how drinking water and wastewater utilities can better partner with the Emergency Services Sector during an incident response. |
February 1, 2012 |
EPA's Decontamination and Recovery Planning - Water and Wastewater Utility Case Study |
Documents the planning and experiences of a large combined water and wastewater utility related to decontamination and recovery. |
September 1, 2008 |
EPA's Emergency Repair Form |
EPA's Emergency Repair Form can be used to document all emergency repairs that are conducted to restore service after a disruption.
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September 1, 2015 |
EPA's Fed FUNDS - Critical Actions to Document Damage/Costs/Repairs |
This page contains a checklist of actions for water and wastewater utilities to take during a disaster in order to collect all of the necessary information on utility damage and response actions to assist in requesting federal funds. |
November 21, 2013 |
EPA's Planning for an Emergency Drinking Water Supply |
Reviews roles and responsibilities among various levels of government regarding emergency water supplies and seeks to encourage collaboration and partnership regarding emergency water supply planning. |
June 1, 2011 |
EPA's Response Protocol Toolbox: Response Guidelines Description |
A compilation of emergency response planning tools and forms that may be helpful during an incident response. |
August 1, 2004 |
EPA's Water Laboratory Alliance (WLA) |
Provides the drinking water sector an integrated nationwide network of laboratories with the analytical capability and capacity for drinking water contamination events. |
November 12, 2013 |
EPA's Water/Wastewater System Generator Preparedness Fact Sheet |
Provides tools and prompts utilities to better prepare for emergency generator needs. |
September 1, 2009 |
Federal Funding for Utilities - Water/Wastewater - in National Disasters (Fed FUNDS) |
Provides tailored information to water and wastewater utilities about applicable federal disaster funding programs. |
October 31, 2012 |
FEMA's Incident Command System (ICS) Resource Center |
This site links to a number of ICS-related job aids, including an overview of the ICS organization, position titles, forms, and planning materials. |
December 6, 2013 |
Incident Action Checklists |
EPA's Incident Action Checklists include information for drinking water and wastewater utilities to help with recovery activities, outline critical response tasks, and provide a valuable resource in developing Incident Action Plans. |
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Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS) Training |
This page contains links to water sector-specific training materials on ICS and NIMS programs, including recorded Webinars and presentations. |
January 15, 2014 |
Planning Process |
Explains FEMA's planning process for incident operations. |
February 16, 2012 |
Preparedness, Emergency Response, and Recovery CIPAC Workgroup All-Hazard Consequence Management Planning for the Water Sector |
Helps water utilities incorporate all-hazard consequence management planning into emergency preparedness, response, and recovery plans. |
November 1, 2009 |
Response On-The-Go App and Mobile Website |
EPA’s Response On-The-Go App and mobile website provide a comprehensive database of local, state and federal response partner contact information, facilitating vital communication during emergencies. |
June 14, 2017 |
Sampling Guidance for Unknown Contaminants in Drinking Water |
Provides recommended procedures for conducting routine and baseline monitoring in response to a contamination incident and sampling in support of remediation or decontamination efforts. |
February 1, 2017 |
Water & Wastewater Mutual Aid & Assistance Resource Typing Manual |
American Water Works Association (AWWA) manual that provides guidance to water and wastewater utilities when they request and provide mutual aid and assistance resources during and after an emergency. |
April 1, 2008 |
Water System Status Report |
This sample form is an example of a system status report a utility can use to assess their damage and operability following an incident, including cataloging critical issues to assets and water quality impacts. |
August 7, 2012 |
WRF/EPA Business Continuity Plan Training for Water Utilities |
Provides resources and training on the Water Research Foundation and EPA's Business Continuity Plan Toolkit. |
June 18, 2013 |