Maine Drinking Water Operator Exam Schedule - 2009

October 27, 2009 - Augusta

October 29, 2009 - Presque Isle

To download exam applications and for additional information visit: www.maine.gov

New Licensing Database

The Board of Licensure is using a new database for operator licensing called the Safe Water Operator Certificate System, or SWOCS for short. You will notice improvements and updates to the licensing process.

Operator ID numbers – Each operator is given a four digit identification number, preceded by the letters OP (for example: OP0001). Your ID number will not change over time, and will be used to track training in the future. You will find your ID number on letters, certificates and licenses.

Licenses – each person may hold licenses in different disciplines – Very Small, Treatment and/or Distribution. In the database, each discipline is treated separately. Each license in a discipline is given a tracking number unique to that renewal period. The system may generate multiple letters for exams and renewals for each type of license. The Board combines all disciplines for TCH and fee purposes. License renewal fees remain at $60 per person. Training Contact Hour (TCH) requirements continue to be calculated based on the highest level license an individual holds.

Beginning in January 2009, training providers will submit attendance information for approved training to the Board. The Board will record attendance in SWOCS and at renewal time, this record will be forwarded to operators. Operators will review and submit any changes or additions. Hopefully this will simplify the renewal process and save some photocopying – Please retain certificates of attendance to assure you receive credit for all the training sessions you attend.