Originally Aired - Monday, February 17 • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Location: Rm135
This session will be an introductory discussion on the importance of the soil as a treatment component for an onsite system. Understanding the elements that make up soil and how their makeup, structure and consistency impact how wastewater is handled as it passes through the different horizons in the soil will enable participant to comprehend the importance of this misunderstood component. This understanding of the soil drives how well the wastewater will need to be treated before it reaches or is returned to the water cycle.
After this session, attendees will be able to:
1. Explain the treatment that occurs as the wastewater passes through the soil.
2. Describe the importance of the soil treatment area as a component of the onsite system.
3. Apply the knowledge of soil to help evaluate if a soil treatment area is functioning as intended.
4. Describe the different types of soil encounters and the impact they have on the soil treatment area component.
Ideal Audience: Regulators, designers, installers and inspectors of onsite wastewater treatment systems.
Type: 60-Minute Education Session
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