Emergency response for drinking water and wastewater utilities epa has a variety of tools and guidance to support drinking water and wastewater utility preparedness and response our resources can help you become a more resilient utility. Security and emergency planning for water and wastewater utilities sources american water works association awwa this book gives expert guidance on all issues regarding security and emergency preparedness and response of water supply infrastructures it addresses vulnerability assessment revised procedures to improve response to emergencies and premises security it is intended at . Back to security and emergency planning for water and wastewater utilities water and wastewater utility managers will find expert guidance on all issues regarding security and emergency preparedness and response in this book chapters cover types of intentional and natural threats to water and wastewater systems. Emergency planning for water and wastewater utilities has been updated to align with current emergency planning best practices throughout the manual the reader will find references to resources designed to support risk assessments as well as to develop mutual aid opportunities and mitigation activities. The first step in water security and emergency preparedness and response planning is to designate an individual to be the lead emergency response manager for your utility as well as an alternate at a small utility you may be this individual w utility planning guide contamination threats and incidents there are two kinds of water contamination problems that you may have to deal with