Education/Training

Microbeads became a national issue a few years ago. Microbeads or microplastics are particles less than 5 mm in their longest dimension...

Kent and Peggy Affolter received a surprise recently when their septic system backed up into their downstairs shower, and it wasn’t sewage.The...

More septic systems will be allowed under a change in density standards for New Jersey’s Highlands region, which stretches for 60 miles...

NationA Congressional attempt to block the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s revisions to the Clean Water Act has failed. President Barack Obama vetoed...

Humans, along with all our activities, cause widespread soil compaction. An ideal soil has 50 percent pore space: some air-filled pores and...

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has proposed a ban on labeling wipes as being flushable or safe for septic or sewer systems....

Unfortunately, we hear all too often about workers getting injured in accidents caused by trench cave-ins. Some workers are severely injured and...

NOWRA, NAWT (National Association of Wastewater Technicians) and FOWA (Florida Onsite Wastewater Association) are partnering to host the 2016 Onsite Wastewater Mega-Conference this...

Fabric softeners coat our clothes with a subtle layer of slimy chemicals, which is what makes them feel a little softer. Fabric...

It’s hardly news that many in the onsite septic business look at the expense side of the ledger every month with an eye...

Janette & Sons Excavating has experience installing a wide variety of systems, from conventional to raised mounds systems. In this video, owner...

When we conduct workshops or are in the field with other onsite professionals looking at malfunctioning systems, the conversation often turns to...

To the editor:We were pleased to read a recent column by Jim Anderson and David Gustafson (Climate Change and Onsite Systems/August 2015)...

Nearly 20 years ago, the provincial agency Nova Scotia Environment decided it needed help from the private sector to properly regulate the...

Removing existing cesspools from service after a property is sold is among the changes to onsite wastewater rules to be considered in...

When a septic system is being repaired or remediated, it is wise for the septic professional to thoroughly understand why the last...

Explaining to customers why their ATU looks like the photo at right takes patience. Here’s some background info to help you out. Dishwashing...