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Celebrate SepticSmart Week with the University of Minnesota Onsite Sewage Treatment Program
The University of Minnesota Onsite Sewage Treatment Program will offer two free training opportunities on ‘Being Septic Smart’ in September to celebrate SepticSmart Week (September 18-22, 2023). #septicsmart
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A Minnesota system designer tackles the tough jobs, advocates for professionalism through state onsite association
Stacey Feser drew inspiration from her dad, an onsite installer. Today she’s a designer, installer inspector and university instructor in soil science.
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A round of applause for Jim Anderson and Dave Gustafson
Like the great comedy duos of the past — Abbott and Costello, Laurel and Hardy, Stiller and Meara — these two knew how to entertain, conducting lively and educational training sessions.
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Ethics in the septic system industry
As a septic professional, you should seek to enhance the reputation of the industry through your interactions with customers.
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7 Overlooked job site safety rules that can save a life
To protect your crew, follow the Boy Scouts motto, “Be Prepared,” as you head out to your next installing job.
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Industrial wastewater: Garage floor drains in residential applications
These tips provide a guide to handling liquid wastes from private garages.
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Boor wins first place for presentation at onsite wastewater conference
WRS Masters student, Lizzy Boor, placed first during the Emerging Professional’s Oral and Poster Competition at the recent NOWRA - The National Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association Mega Conference.
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Pump supply lines: To drain or not to drain?
The answer to whether you need to drain pump supply lines depends on where you live.
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Installation of wiring for septic pumps and controls
Selecting proper cables and conduit is essential for proper pump and alarm function.