Course Expiration: |
June 12, 2021 |
Course Type: |
Plumber |
Core Credit Hours: |
8.0 |
Professional Credit Hours: |
4.0 |
Course Type: |
Contractor |
Core Credit Hours: |
3.0 |
Professional Credit Hours: |
3.0 |
HVAC Specific: |
No |
Energy Specific: |
No |
Course Name: | Conventional On-Site Wastewater Treatment Systems |
Course Outline & Objectives: | Objective:
The objective of this two-day workshop is to provide training in the design, inspection, and maintenance of conventional (septic tank/ gravity flow drain field) on-site wastewater treatment systems (referred to as Level 2 certification) in support of the Utah Division of Water Quality mandatory certification program for on-site wastewater system professionals (R317-11: Certification to Design, Inspect, and Maintain Underground Wastewater Disposal Systems, or Conduct Percolation and Soil Tests for Underground Wastewater Disposal Systems)
The workshop includes classroom lectures and demonstrations and a field trip to the Huntsman On-Site Wastewater Treatment Training Demonstration Site on the campus of Utah State University in Logan. At the end of the workshop, the examination for Level 2 certification is given. This examination covers Utah regulatory requirements for design, inspection and maintenance of conventional on-site systems.
The topics covered in the class include:
Overview of Utah On-Site Wastewater Program;
Wastewater Characterization;
Septic Systems and the Underground Injection Control Program;
Septic Systems and the Drinking Water Source Protection Program;
Design, Operation, and Maintenance of Septic Tanks;
Design and Maintenance of Conventional Absorption Systems;
Plot Plans.
Resources:
Utah Administrative Code R317-4: Onsite Wastewater Systems Rule,
Latest version can be found at:
https://rules.utah.gov/publicat/code/r317/r317-004.htm |
Course Schedule |
September 24 - 26, 2019
Bear River Environmental Health Building,
85 East 1800 North, Logan, Utah 84341 |
Calendar Events |
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Date: 09/24/2019 Location: Cache
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Keywords: |
Septic Systems, Septic Tanks, Drain Fields, Level 2 Certification, Operation and Maintenance of Septic Systems, Operation and Maintenance of On-Site Systems, Design of Septic Systems, Design of On-Site Systems, Wastewater Treatment |
Location(s): |
Cache
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Teaching Method: | Live |
Company Name: | Utah State University |
Phone: | (435) 797-3693 |
Address: | Utah Water Research Laboratory, 8200 Old Main Hill |
City: | Logan |
State: | UT |
Postal Code: | 84322-8200 |
Email Address: | judith.sims@usu.edu |
The Course Provider is: | a recognized accredited college or university |
Signup Link: | http://uwrl.usu.edu/partnerships/training/ |
Instructor First Name: | Brian |
Instructor Last Name: | Cowan |
Instructor License #: | 271453-2001 |
Instructor Resume: | Brian Cowan
2522 N. 2275 W.
Clinton, Utah 84015
(801) 985-3728
EXPERIENCE:
Nov 2002 – Program Manager, Wastewater and Air Quality Section, Weber-
Present Morgan Health Department, Ogden, Utah, Manage the Department’s Wastewater and Air Quality Programs. Supervise property evaluations, system design, and permitting for Conventional and Alternative Onsite Wastewater Systems. Oversee Operation and Maintenance Program for Alternative Onsite Systems. Participate on State and Local Onsite Wastewater Rulemaking Committees. Draft and submit regulation changes for adoption. Developed new and enhanced wastewater and I/M programs. Manage Department’s Automotive Emissions Testing Program ensuring compliance with appropriate air quality requirements. Supervised Department’s Solid and Hazardous Waste Programs. Directed Environmental Health Section’s Emergency Response Program and response efforts.
August 2003 - Instructor, Utah On-Site Wastewater Treatment Training Center,
Present Utah Water Research Laboratory, Utah State University, Logan Utah
Instruct Utah State Certification Courses covering Onsite Wastewater System Design. Areas covered include soil classification and percolation testing, site evaluations, and design development for conventional and alternative systems. Assist in development and maintenance of the Center’s Onsite Demonstration Site.
August 2002 - Licensed Environmental Health Scientist, Davis County Health
Nov. 2002 Department, Farmington, Utah. Conducted compliance inspections in food service, day cares, swimming pools, schools, water systems and institutions. Collected water samples. Participated in after hours emergency response program.
Dec.2001- Air Pollution Control Inspector, Salt Lake Valley Health Department,
Nov. 2002 Salt Lake City, Utah. Conduct audits and onsite inspections of vehicle I/M testing stations. Coordinate corrective actions and negotiate compliance with Environmental Health Laws. Consult public and I/M station operators and technicians on air quality issues. Investigate, and act as consultant in resolving job related complaints. Prepare activity reports, maintain files and track I/M station compliance records.
June 1999- General Manager, World Host Bryce Valley Inn/Hungry Coyote
January 2002 Restaurant, Tropic, Utah. Manage operations of a 65-room motel and full service restaurant. Prepare and manage an annual budget of 1 million dollars. Direct staff of 30+ employees and coordinate operations between departments. Coordinate reservations, group sales and marketing efforts. Prepare, manage and monitor company marketing and sales plans. Monitor staff performance and conduct personnel programs. Represent organization at tourism trade functions. Facilitate customer relations programs and maintain client relations. Prepare brochures, advertising and target specific marketing materials. Maintain and monitor internet pages and advertising. President of the Bryce Valley Business Association.
August 1993- Licensed Environmental Health Scientist III, Weber-Morgan District
March 2000 Health Department, Ogden, Utah. Managed the department’s Solid, Hazardous and Medical Waste Programs, and Emergency Response Program. Conducted compliance inspections for Hazardous Waste Storage Facilities, Sanitary Landfills, Waste Haulers, Used Oil Collection Facilities, Waste Tire Recyclers, Food Service Establishments, Schools, Swimming Pools, Daycares, Underground Storage Tanks and Private Wastewater Systems. Acted as department liaison for several Utah State Agencies. Represented the department on Local Emergency Planning Committees, Regional HazMat Task Force, Hill Air Force Base and Defense Depot Ogden Restoration Advisory Boards and Weber County Riverkeeper Board. Organized Household Hazardous Waste collection events. Acted as a consultant for proper Hazardous Materials disposal. Responded to and acted as department liaison for Hazardous Material and other department related emergencies. Oversaw Hazardous Material Remediation projects. Supervised private remediation companies. Drafted department Waste Tire Recycling Rules. Developed educational brochures and pamphlets. Prepared and distributed public information materials. Prepared press releases and worked closely with news media agencies to disseminate educational information. Consulted public on Environmental Health Issues.
June 1991- Biologist Aide, Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, Ogden, Utah
August 1993 Held various temporary and volunteer positions in the Northern Region Office, Hardware Ranch and Ogden Bay. Gathered and evaluated biological data related to big game, waterfowl, upland game, aquatic and non-game species. Coordinated efforts with property owners regarding depredation problems. Worked on habitat improvement projects. Conducted maintenance on State properties and facilities. Operated heavy equipment, farm machinery, boats and ATVs. Consulted general public on wildlife issues and regulations. Assisted Conservation Officers with Law Enforcement Assignments.
Education: Westminster College, Salt Lake City, Utah – Masters of Public Health, April 2011
Weber State University, Ogden, Utah - B.S. Zoology, June 1993
Ricks College, Rexburg, Idaho - Sept. 1986- May 1988
Training: Great Basin Public Health Leadership Institute, Graduate 2009
License: Environmental Health Scientist, Utah
Utah Firefighter II,
Certification: Utah Onsite Wastewater System Designer, Level 3
OSHA Hazwoper and Hazardous Materials Technician
National Environmental Health Association – Onsite Wastewater System Installer
Consortium of Institutes for Decentralized Wastewater Treatment – Certified instructor for Operation and Maintenance, High Strength Wastewater, and Installation
Awards: Weber State University, Zoology Department Service Award
Weber County, Utah, Seal of Service Award
Hill Air Force Base, Certificate of Appreciation
Service: Utah Environmental Health Association – President and past board member
Utah Onsite Wastewater Association – President (2 terms) and board member
Bryce Valley Business Owners Association – President and board member
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Instructor Resume: |
Brian Cowan Resume.doc |
Instructor First Name: | Judith |
Instructor Last Name: | Sims |
Instructor License #: | |
Instructor Resume: | JUDITH LARABEE SIMS
Research Associate Professor and Utah On-Site Wastewater Treatment Training Program Coordinator
Utah Water Research Laboratory and Department of Biological Engineering
Utah State University
Logan, Utah 84322–8200
Education:
B.S. Biology, University of Illinois, Urbana, 1971
M.S. Environmental Biology, School of Public Health, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 1973
M.S. Soil Science, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, 1981
Relevant Professional Experience:
2002 –present Research Associate Professor, Utah Water Research Laboratory, Utah State University, Logan, Utah
1994–2002 Research Assistant Professor, Utah Water Research Laboratory, Utah State University, Logan, Utah
1982-1994 Lecturer and Senior Research Soil Scientist/Biologist, Utah Water Research Laboratory, Utah State University, Logan, Utah
1979-1981 Senior Environmental Scientist, L.W. Little Associates, Environmental Consultants, Raleigh, North Carolina
1977-1979 Graduate Research Assistant, North Carolina State University, Department of Soil Science, Raleigh, North Carolina
1975-1977 Research Technician, Department of Agronomy and Soils, Washington State University, Pullman, Washington
Relevant Major Projects:
1977-1979 Evaluation of Fill Materials for Use in the Mound System of On-Site Waste Disposal (University of North Carolina (UNC) Sea Grant Program)
1977-1979 Effects of Use of Alternative On-Site Waste Disposal Systems on Water Quality in the Coastal Plain of North Carolina (UNC Sea Grant Program)
1980-1981 Effects of Failure of Conventional On-Site Wastewater Treatment Systems on Water Quality of Adjacent Streams and Lakes: Rolling Springs Subdivision, Spring Lake, NC (Private Client)
1982-1989 Evaluation of Feasibility of Use of Alternative Systems of On-Site Wastewater Disposal in Utah (Principal Investigator, Utah Water Research Laboratory Mineral Lease Funds)
1983-1986 Waste/Soil Treatability Studies for Four Complex Industrial Wastes (U.S. EPA)
1985-1988 Fate of Toxic Organic Chemicals in Septic Tank/Soil Absorption Systems (Principal Investigator -Utah Water Research Laboratory Mineral Lease Funds)
1986-1988 Land Treatability of Hazardous Waste Constituents in Land Treatment Systems (U.S. EPA)
1986-1991 Development of Soil Transport and Fate Data Base (U.S. EPA and Dynamac Corporation)
1992 Bioengineering for Water Cleanup: State–of–the–Art Assessment (Principal Investigator - National Geographic Society)
1995–1999 Preparation of Guidance Manual for Revegetation of Exploration and Production Sites (Principal Investigator - Exxon Production Research Corporation)
1998-2013 Utah On-Site Wastewater Treatment Training Center (Principal Investigator - Utah Department of Environmental Quality)
1999-present Establishment of Huntsman On-Site Wastewater Treatment Training and Demonstration Site (Principal Investigator. Huntsman Environmental Research Center)
2000-2003 Statewide Non-Point Source Pollution Education Related to On-Site Wastewater Treatment (U.S. EPA and Utah Department of Environmental Quality)
2000-2002 Installation of Training Modules at the Huntsman On-Site Wastewater Treatment Training and Demonstration Center (Principal Investigator, Kennecott Utah Copper Corporation)
2001-2003 On-Site Wastewater Treatment Field Training Enhancement: Sand Filter Demonstration Model Construction and Related Training Aids (Principal Investigator - U.S. EPA and Utah Department of Environmental Quality)
2001-2003 Partnership Performance Equipment Grant for the Huntsman On-Site Wastewater Treatment Training and Demonstration Center (Principal Investigator, Utah Department of Environmental Quality)
2002-2004 Development of a Guide and Videotape on On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Systems for Use by Local Boards of Health (Principal Investigator, National Association of Local Boards of Health)
2004-2006 Alternative Decentralized Wastewater Treatment Systems for Utah Conditions (Principal Investigator – U.S. Geological Survey)
2005-2008 On-Site Wastewater Treatment Field Training Enhancement: Installation of Gray Water, Drip Irrigation, and Fixed Film Demonstration Systems (Principal Investigator - U.S. EPA and Utah Department of Environmental Quality)
2005 – 2008 Septic Systems in Castle Valley: Potential Impacts upon Ground Water and Possible Management and Mitigation Strategies (Principal Investigator - U.S. EPA, Utah Department of Environmental Quality and Utah Water Research Laboratory)
2005 Training in On-Site Wastewater Treatment Fundamentals (Principal Investigator - Region 8, U.S.EPA)
2005 - 2006 Management and Regulation of Onsite Wastewater Systems in Blaine County, Idaho (Subcontractor, Region 10, U.S. EPA Water Quality Cooperative Agreement)
2006 – 2010 Implementation of On-Site Wastewater Management Programs: Development of Educational and Outreach Tools for Community Decision-Makers and Public Officials (Principal Investigator, U.S. EPA Water Quality Cooperative Agreement)
2007 – 2010 Septage Treatment, Handling, and Disposal in Utah (Principal Investigator, U.S. EPA and Utah Department of Environmental Quality)
2008 – 2011 Evaluation of Deep Installations of Septic System Drain Fields in Utah: Performance and Treatment Effectiveness (Principal Investigator, Utah Water Research Laboratory)
2010 On-Site Wastewater Educational Programs for Montana and Colorado On-Site Wastewater Systems Professionals (Principal Investigator, Region 8 -U.S. EPA Region 8)
2010 – 2012 Enhancement of Septic System Educational Programs in Utah (Principal Investigator, U.S. EPA and Utah Department of Environmental Quality)
2010 – 2015 Design, Assessment, and Management of Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems: Addressing the Challenges of Climate Change (Agricultural Experiment Station Multi-State Hatch Project, National Institute of Food and Agriculture, USDA)
2011 – 2013 Educational Program for Homeowners and Other Users of Septic Systems in Utah (Principal Investigator, U.S. EPA and Utah Department of Environmental Quality)
Accomplishments and Honors:
Phi Kappa Phi (Academic Honorary) - 1979
Gamma Sigma Delta (Agriculture Honorary) - 1979
Co-Recipient, Karen Morehouse Best Paper Award, Great Plains/Rocky Mountain Hazardous Substance Research Center, U.S. EPA, Manhattan, KS – 1996
Non-Point Source (NPS) Water Quality Award, NPS Water Quality Task Force, Utah Department of Environmental Quality – 2003
Lynn Thatcher Award for Significant Contributions to the Field of Environmental Health, Utah Environmental Health Association – 2004
Scientific and Professional Societies/Professional Activities:
Soil Science Society of America - 1977 - Present
Chairman, (1983-86), Member (1986-88), On-Site Wastewater Disposal Technical Review Committee (Advisory Committee to Bureau of Drinking Water/Sanitation, State of Utah Department of Health)
Workshop Instructor, Utah On-Site Wastewater Treatment Training Center, Utah Water Research Laboratory, Utah State University (1998 - Present)
Training Center Coordinator, Utah On-Site Wastewater Treatment Training Center, Utah Water Research Laboratory, Utah State University (2000 - Present)
USU Delegate, Consortium of Institutes for Decentralized Wastewater Treatment (CIDWT) (2000 - Present)
Elected representative, CIDWT Practitioner Training/Training Center Committee (2000-2002)
Elected representative, CIDWT Legislative and Policy Committee (2001 – 2005)
National On-Site Wastewater Recycling Association (NOWRA) – (1999 – Present)
Elected Member, NOWRA Board of Directors– 2007-2010
Chairman, NOWRA Technical Program, Installer’s Academy, Las Vegas, NV (2008)
Chairman, NOWRA Web-Based Resource Library Task Force (2009 - Present)
Utah On-Site Wastewater Association (UOWA) (2000 – Present)
UOWA Chairman-elect (2002-2003)
UOWA Chairman (2003-2004)
Chairman, UOWA Conference Planning Committee (2000 – Present)
Work Group Member, NE 1045 Agricultural Experiment Station AES Multi-State Hatch Project, Design, Assessment, and Management of Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems: Addressing the Challenges of Climate Change (2010 – 2015) |