Discover the hidden dangers lurking in your backyard due to neglected septic systems. This video highlights a personal experience with a "soggy spot" that turned into a costly sewage issue, emphasizing the importance of proactive septic maintenance. Learn how to identify potential problems, understand the function of septic systems, and implement simple, cost-effective practices to protect your home and health.
At the conclusion of this course, learners will be able to articulate what an on-lot sewage system is, discuss the historical context of why on-lot sewage systems are regulated in Pennsylvania, explain how on-lot sewage management and better-trained sewage enforcement officers (SEOs) help to protect the public health. and recognize the Pennsylvania regulations, which regulate the commonwealth’s sewage facilities planning and permitting programs.
Learners may also explore this course to help them decide if they wish to pursue certification as a Sewage Enforcement Officer.