Septic Continuing Education Workshop
This class is designed for onsite wastewater professionals, including regulators, designers, operators, inspectors, installers, pumpers, and others interested in expanding their knowledge and skills in the industry. The class will cover a variety of relevant topics, including demonstrations, hands-on activities, product and manufacturer spotlights, engaging industry speakers, and general updates on rules and regulatory changes, installation, inspection, design, operation, and maintenance of onsite wastewater systems. The class content will vary based on the location and needs of the group.
Agenda
This General Continuing Education Class is designed to provide onsite wastewater professionals with up-to-date information on the latest products, technologies, regulations, and best practices in the industry. The class content will vary based on the location and needs of the group. Through a combination of presentations, hands-on activities, and discussions, attendees will gain valuable knowledge and skills related to installation, inspection, design, operation, and maintenance of onsite wastewater systems.
General Updates on Rules and Regulatory Changes
Overview of recent changes in regulations, rules, and guidelines related to onsite wastewater systems
Discussion of the implications for onsite wastewater professionals
Installation
Best practices in onsite wastewater system installation
Discussion of installation challenges and emerging technologies
Inspection
Key elements of onsite wastewater system inspection
Discussion of inspection techniques and tools
Design
Fundamental principles of onsite wastewater system design
Discussion of design considerations and challenges
Operation and Maintenance
Overview of the critical elements of onsite wastewater system operation and maintenance
Discussion of operation and maintenance challenges and emerging technologies
Product and Manufacturer Spotlight
Presentation on a specific product or manufacturer related to onsite wastewater systems
Discussion of product features, benefits, and applications
Engaging Industry Speaker
Presentation by an industry expert on a specific topic related to onsite wastewater systems
Discussion of best practices, emerging technologies, and industry trends
Hands-On Activity or Demonstration
Interactive activity or demonstration related to onsite wastewater systems
Opportunity to apply knowledge and skills in a practical setting
Discussion of key takeaways and insights
Septage Firm Update
Review of NCDEQ rules governing pumpers and septage firm operators
Update on any changes to NCDEQ rules governing pumpers and septage firm operators
Discussion of best practices for pumpers and septage firm operators
Other Industry Relevant Topics