A combined group of water and wastewater professionals attended a two-day training event at the Daytona Beach Oceanfront Hilton August 23-24th. The wastewater summit event was organized by Albert Royster and was hosted by Halifax District FEHA. Presentations from EPA, DEP, WEF (World Environmental Federation) staff and speakers from around the nation included a wide range of topics pertinent to the onsite industry. The joint conference for septic tank and utility groups included health department staff, water well contractors, irrigation contractors, and treatment plant operators. Many of the presenters flew in from parts of the nation to attend the event and participate. Training emphasized topics such as disinfection, cross connection, biostimulation, sewer rehabilitation, system loading, aerobic treatment, and back safety. With growing interest in cluster systems, septic utility groups, system management practices, and safety concerns, presenters offered expert information on these topics. Courses offered to utility personnel and water well/irrigation staff were approved through the Florida Groundwater Association, and University of Florida TREEO. Courses offered to septic tank professionals were approved through Florida Department of Health,
The septic class attendees enjoyed hearing some of the top presenters in the industry discuss a “nuts and bolts” session on installation, design, maintenance and operation, pump controls, and management. Innovative ideas as offering an annual inspection program and educating clients effectively were key interests covered in the summit.
DeBary Septic Education Class draws 36 attendees
The presenters of the August 23rd session from the wastewater summit participated in the septic homeowner education class held at DeBary Town Hall on August 23, 2007. Dave Gustafson and Jim Anderson from University of Minnesota offered advice to the attendees. Jim VonMeier and Albert Royster instructed the class of 36 people. The workshop took place from 7 PM to past 9 PM. A wide variety of questions and septic tank maintenance issues were discussed. There is a growing need for system owners to be aware of how to manage an onsite septic system. With effluent filters and innovative systems being installed, people are more curious than ever about alternatives available to treat wastewater and to keep their systems in compliance.
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