Wisconsin POWTS Design, Soil Evaluation, and Financial Assistance Programs
This is an online continuing education course for Journeyman & Master Plumbers, Journeyman & Master Restricted Plumbers, Utility Contractors, Commercial Plumbing Inspectors, UDC-Plumbing Inspectors, Cross Connection Control Testers, Certified Soil Testers, and other credentialed professionals licensed in the State of Wisconsin. It is designed to offer a comprehensive overview of Chapter SPS 383 (Private Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems), Chapter SPS 385 (Soil and Site Evaluations), and Chapter SPS 387 (Private Onsite Wastewater Treatment System Replacement or Rehabilitation Financial Assistance Program) of the Wisconsin Plumbing Code, providing plumbers and non-plumbers with an in-depth understanding of their structure, purpose, and practical application.
This online interactive video presentation covers key sections, requirements, procedures, and regulatory provisions from Chapters SPS 383, SPS 385, and SPS 387 of the Wisconsin Plumbing Code. The course is divided into three parts:
Part I provides a comprehensive overview of Chapter SPS 383, which establishes uniform standards for the design, installation, inspection, and management of Private Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems (POWTS). Participants will explore the purpose and scope of POWTS regulations, sanitary permit requirements, plan review procedures, installation standards, and governmental oversight responsibilities. The presentation explains how regulatory processes ensure that wastewater treatment systems are properly designed, installed, and maintained to protect public health and the waters of the state.
Part II focuses on Chapter SPS 385, which governs soil and site evaluation requirements necessary for wastewater treatment and dispersal systems. Participants will review qualifications for soil testers and professionals responsible for evaluations, soil profile excavation methods, soil classification and interpretation procedures, and the documentation required for soil evaluation reports. The course highlights how accurate soil and site analysis is essential for determining the suitability of a location for wastewater treatment systems and for ensuring proper system performance.
Part III reviews Chapter SPS 387, which establishes rules for the financial assistance program designed to help eligible property owners replace or rehabilitate failing private onsite wastewater treatment systems. Participants will examine eligibility requirements, grant application procedures, funding limitations, and administrative responsibilities for governmental units participating in the program. The course explains how the program supports public health objectives by assisting property owners in correcting failing wastewater systems.
This online interactive video presentation is intended primarily for plumbers and other technical personnel who are interested in learning more about onsite wastewater treatment systems, soil and site evaluation requirements, and regulatory programs associated with wastewater system installation, maintenance, and replacement in Wisconsin.
This continuing education interactive video presentation is intended to provide Journeyman & Master Plumbers, Journeyman & Master Restricted Plumbers, Utility Contractors, Commercial Plumbing Inspectors, UDC-Plumbing Inspectors and Cross Connection Control Testers licensed in the State of Wisconsinwith the following specific knowledge and skills:
- To identify the purpose, scope, and application of Wisconsin Administrative Code Chapters SPS 383, SPS 385, and SPS 387 related to private onsite wastewater treatment systems (POWTS).
- To explain the regulatory framework governing the design, installation, inspection, and management of POWTS in Wisconsin.
- To describe sanitary permit requirements, application procedures, and plan review processes required for the installation or modification of POWTS.
- To recognize the roles and responsibilities of governmental units, regulatory agencies, and licensed professionals involved in administering and enforcing POWTS regulations.
- To identify the requirements for soil and site evaluations used to determine the suitability of locations for wastewater treatment and dispersal systems.
- To explain soil profile evaluation procedures, soil characteristics, and interpretation methods used to determine soil treatment capability.
- To understand documentation and reporting requirements for soil evaluations, including site plans, soil profile descriptions, and evaluation reports.
- To describe installation, inspection, and maintenance considerations for private onsite wastewater treatment systems designed to protect public health and groundwater resources.
- To explain the eligibility requirements and application procedures for financial assistance programs related to the replacement or rehabilitation of failing POWTS.
- To recognize how compliance with POWTS regulations supports environmental protection and the prevention of groundwater contamination.
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