Training on Developing & Implementing Water Safety Plans (WSPs)
Master the development and implementation of Water Safety Plans using WHO guidelines. Learn hazard assessment, control planning, and monitoring for safe drinking water delivery.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This course equips water professionals and WASH practitioners with the knowledge and practical tools to develop and implement Water Safety Plans (WSPs) based on WHO guidelines. Participants will learn how to identify hazards, assess risks, and establish control measures throughout the drinking water supply chain—from source to consumer. The training also emphasizes stakeholder engagement, documentation, monitoring, and continual improvement of water quality management systems.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Water Utility and Supply System Managers
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Environmental Health Officers
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WASH Program Managers and Engineers
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Community Water Committee Members
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Public Health Inspectors
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NGO and Development Agency Staff
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Regulators and Policy Makers in the WASH sector
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Understand the principles and structure of Water Safety Plans as per WHO guidelines
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Conduct risk assessments for water supply systems
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Identify and implement appropriate control measures
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Engage stakeholders and communities in WSP development
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Monitor, document, and update WSPs for sustained safety and quality
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Foundations of Water Safety Planning
- Principles and objectives of Water Safety Plans (WSPs)
- WHO risk-based approach to drinking water safety
- Roles of utilities, regulators, communities, and operators
- Benefits of preventive water quality management
- Case Study: Successful implementation of a Water Safety Plan in a rural water supply system
Module 2: Water System Risk Assessment and Hazard Analysis
- Mapping water systems from source to consumer
- Identifying biological, chemical, and physical hazards
- Risk assessment techniques and prioritization tools
- Evaluating vulnerabilities in water supply infrastructure
- Practical Exercise: Conducting a hazard identification and risk ranking assessment for a community water system
Module 3: Control Measures and Operational Management
- Designing preventive and corrective control measures
- Applying operational monitoring and critical control points
- Incident response and emergency preparedness planning
- Improving treatment, storage, and distribution safety practices
- Activity: Developing a control and improvement plan for a selected water supply scheme
Module 4: Monitoring, Verification, and Compliance
- Water quality monitoring parameters and testing schedules
- Verification procedures and performance evaluation
- Documentation, reporting, and audit preparation
- Continuous improvement and review of Water Safety Plans
- Case Study: Managing contamination incidents through effective monitoring systems
Module 5: Institutionalization and Sustainable WSP Implementation
- Integrating WSPs into utility and government operations
- Capacity building for operators and community stakeholders
- Community awareness and consumer engagement strategies
- Scaling and sustaining Water Safety Plans in low-resource settings
- Final Project: Develop a comprehensive Water Safety Plan for a rural or urban water supply system
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Enhances the ability to provide safe and reliable drinking water through proactive risk management.
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Improves operational efficiency by reducing time and resources spent on water quality incidents.
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Strengthens reputation as a provider of high-quality, evidence-based services.
Personal Impact
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Builds in-demand skills for careers in water and public health sectors.
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Supports progression into senior management, leadership, or advisory roles.
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Equips participants to lead and champion water safety initiatives.
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Kisumu
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Johannesburg
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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