Before you belly up to the bar, work with your tavern and restaurant customers to develop best practices for wastewater treatment.
We must crack down on pumpers who cut corners and give a bad reputation to the wastewater industry.
The large industry event will be held Oct. 18-21 at the Tampa Convention Center in Florida
Quality Pumping owner Chancy Thomas is a woman thriving in a male-dominated industry … and she’s loving every minute of it.
Proper inlet and outlet designs are crucial to balance effluent flow and to keep solids out of the drainfield.
High-stepping Dwayne Crocker preaches professionalism and hard work through involvement in the Georgia Onsite Wastewater Association.
An adequate effluent clear zone is a top concern when site factors force you to consider a flatter septic tank.
“We really have to change the mindset regarding education, licensing and professionalism in the industry.”
Good onboarding programs favor productivity over forms and formalities
Be prepared for growing regional precipitation and drought conditions that will change the regulations and design of onsite systems.
One day wastewater will be treated at home and blended with well water to create a sustainable household supply of a limited resource.
I have to qualify my earlier advice about septic system inspections; a pumpout is necessary, but should be the last item on your to-do list.
Courses include maintenance provider training with COWA and the onsite track at WWETT
Change is hard, but the small-business owners unafraid to try something new will weather tough times and emerge as leaders in the field
When chasing down root problems in a septic system, be sure to check for pipe damage and all pipe-and-tank connection points.
Treat your crew like your most valued customers and they will be the company’s greatest supporters