Chapter 1
Overview of the On-Lot Sewage Program
This section will introduce you to the on-lot sewage program in Pennsylvania. You'll learn the history of the program as well as the regulations that govern the administration of the program. This chapter will take approximately 2.5 hours to complete.
A brief introduction to on-lot sewage disposal systems.
This is an interactive website which allows the learner to interact with the various components of a typical on-lot septic system. It includes information on both the inputs to the system (inside the house) and the components of the system (outside the house).
This interactive website allows the learner to explore how a typical municipal-level wastewater treatment plant operates. Although this course is designed to instruct the learner on on-lot sewage disposal systems, it can be helpful to also understand how large-scale wastewater treatment systems function. Please note, the SEO exam does not cover municipal wastewater treatment. This is informational material only.
This 13 minute video is an introduction to on-lot septic systems.
This 10 minute video introduces you to the components of an on-lot sewage system.
This 7 minute video continues the introduction of the system components that make up an on-lot sewage system.
A brief history of the laws and regulations that govern the on-lot sewage program in Pennsylvania.
This module reviews sewage management and navigating the regulations.
This 16 minute video discussed the basic things a homeowner can do to take care of their on-lot sewage disposal system.
Here are some review questions to see how well you retained the information from this chapter.
The following questions will provide feedback on your comprehension of the lesson material. If you do not pass the quiz, it is recommended that you view the lesson again.