Septic Inspection: Advanced Treatment Technologies

This in-depth class is specifically tailored for onsite wastewater professionals, providing a comprehensive understanding of the inspection principles and methodologies for advanced treatment technologies. The course covers inspection procedures and best practices for various advanced treatment systems, such as aerobic treatment units (ATUs), membrane bioreactors (MBRs), and other advanced treatment technologies. By combining theoretical knowledge with practical exercises, participants will gain the expertise needed to effectively inspect and evaluate a variety of advanced treatment systems.

Agenda

1. Introduction to Inspection of Advanced Treatment Technologies

   • Brief overview of advanced treatment technologies covered in the class

   • Importance of proper inspection for system efficiency and effectiveness

   • Environmental and regulatory considerations

2. Inspection Procedures for Aerobic Treatment Units (ATUs)

   • Inspection best practices and methodologies for ATUs

   • Identifying common issues and potential solutions

   • Regulatory requirements and documentation

3. Inspection Procedures for Membrane Bioreactors (MBRs)

   • Inspection best practices and methodologies for MBR systems

   • Identifying common issues and potential solutions

   • Regulatory requirements and documentation

4. Inspection Procedures for Other System Types

   • Inspection best practices and methodologies

   • Identifying common issues and potential solutions

   • Regulatory requirements and documentation

5. Emerging Technologies and Innovations

   • Overview of innovative and emerging advanced treatment technologies

   • Inspection considerations for new technologies

   • Adapting inspection practices to accommodate evolving technologies

6. Hands-on Inspection Exercise

   • Interactive group exercise focused on inspecting various advanced treatment systems

   • Guided problem-solving exercises related to inspection challenges

   • Group discussion and experience sharing

7. Conclusion and Q&A

   • Recap of the class's key takeaways

   • Open forum for questions and additional discussion

   • Distribution of course completion certificates