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1. A Meets ch Comm 84 25 B 1 opening having an inside diameter of at least 8 inches C Meets s Comm 83 43 9 e Wis Adm Code D Meets s Comm 83 43 8 g Wis Adm Code E In accordance with ch Comm 83 Wis Adm Code F In accordance with ch Comm 83 Wis Adm Code and this manual G Meets s Comm 83 54 2 Wis Adm Code 11 Installation inspection shall A Meets ch Comm 84 25 B 1 opening having an inside diameter of at least 8 inches C Meets s Comm 83 43 9 e Wis Adm Code D Meets s Comm 83 43 9 g Wis Adm Code and the weight of anchor is gt 1 5 x tank volume in cubic feet x 62 4 pounds per cubic foot weight of tank E In accordance with ch Comm 83 Wis Adm Code F In accordance with ch Comm 83 Wis Adm Code and this manual G Meets s Comm 83 54 2 Wis Adm Code 12 Management shall A Meets ch Comm 84 25 B 1 opening having an inside diameter of at least 8 inches C Meets s Comm 83 43 9 e Wis Adm Code D Meets s Comm 83 43 9 g Wis Adm Code and the weight of anchor is gt 1 5 x tank volume in cubic feet x 62 4 pounds per cubic foot weight of tank E In accordance with ch Comm 83 Wis Adm Code F In accordance with ch Comm 83 Wis Adm Code and this manual G Meets s Comm 83 54 2 Wis Adm Code II DEFINITIONS 13 Cobbles means A rock fragments greater than 3 inches but less than 10 inches in diameter B the individual or company tha2. The holding tank must be serviced by certified septage operators pumpers An alarm system must be installed to activate when the liquid level in a single tank is within 12 inches of the inlet invert or when the total volume of the tankage of multiple tanks reaches 909 Performance monitoring Within 30 calendar days from the date of an inspection maintenance or servicing event the owner of the POWTS or the owner s agent shall file a report with the governmental unit or designated agent D User s Manual A user s manual shall accompany the POWTS component and be provided to the owner following installation At a minimum the manual shall contain the following information 1 2 Vil Diagram s of all components and their locations Names and phone numbers of local governmental unit authority component manufacturer or POWTS service provider to be contacted in the event of component failure or malfunction A management plan that contains information on the periodic inspection maintenance or servicing of the component including electrical mechanical components PLAN SUBMITTAL AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION A Plan Submittal n order to install a POWTS correctly it is important to develop plans that will be used to guide the installation The following checklist may be used when preparing plans for review Conformance to the list is not a guarantee of plan approval Additional information may be needed or requested to addre
3. be installed in accordance with the manufacturer s printed instructions product approval plan approval and specifications in this component manual If there is a conflict between the manufacturer s instructions and the product approval plan approval and or component manual specifications the product approval plan approval and or component manual specifications take precedence 5 of 13 1 The tank shall be set level 2 Access openings that terminate at grade and or less than 2 ft above the established regional flood elevation if applicable must have water tight access openings Access openings that terminate at least 4 inches above the surrounding grade and 2 ft above the established regional flood elevation if applicable are not required to have water tight access openings Access opening covers that terminate at or above grade may be provided with a service port that is 8 inches inside diameter The reduced opening must have a locking device or a brass cleanout plug Service ports larger than 8 inches inside diameter must have a locking device in accordance with s Comm 84 25 7 h Wis Adm Code 3 All access openings shall be located so as to permit a minimum of 3 feet of clear space above the opening and 2 feet in all directions horizontally from any point of the access opening for purposes of inspection maintenance or servicing Access openings within 10 feet of any building shall also be gas tight 4 The connection of
4. s Comm 83 43 6 Wis Adm Code Tank Anchoring When a holding tank may be installed in saturated soils see ch Comm 85 Wis Adm Code for information on how to determine soil saturation and or in an area that is considered part of a 100 year flood plain the tank shall meet the provisions of s Comm 83 43 8 g Wis Adm Code See chapter Comm 83 Wis Adm Code Appendix for examples of anchoring calculations Monitoring Management Equipment The alarm for the holding tank installation is an audible and or visual alarm installed in a conspicuous location in or on the building served or on a post near the tank The alarm is connected to a float switch or other electrical sensor in the holding tank The maximum alarm on level is set at 12 inches below the tank inlet when only one tank is used or 90 of the total volume of the tankage when more than one tank is used V SITE PREPARATION AND CONSTRUCTION A Sanitary Permit Prior to the construction of the system a state sanitary permit shall be obtained and posted in a clearly visible location on the site Arrangements for inspection s must be made with the governmental unit that issues the state sanitary permit When a POWTS is located or will be located on property owned by the state the sanitary permit shall be obtained from the department Arrangements for inspection s shall be made with the department Site Preparation and Tank Installation The holding tank must
5. wastewater is regulated by the Department of Natural Resources DNR and is not included in this specification unless approved by the DNR in advance Figure 1 Cross section of Holding Tank 4 min above surrounding qrade NOTE Electrical must comply uie or 2 fL above established regional with Comm 16 and 3 flood elevation unless access NEC 300 port is water and gas tight 12 min above surrounding grade or 2 fi above established regional flood Power source elevation lt p Maximum alarm on level set at 12 below tank inlet invert 4 when only one tank is Alarm float installed or 90 of the total volume of the tankage when more than one tank is installed Building sewer Cross Section of Holding Tank 4 of 13 IV DESIGN A Tank Size 1 One and Two family Dwellings The minimum liquid capacity of a holding tank for one and two family dwelling applications shall not be less than 2000 gallons or 5 times the estimated daily wastewater flow determined in accordance with s Comm 83 43 3 4 or 5 Wis Adm Code whichever is greater 2 Public Facilities The minimum liquid capacity of a holding tank for public facilities shall not be less than 2000 gallons or 5 times the estimated daily wastewater flow determined in accordance with s Comm 83 43 6 Wis Adm Code or Table 3 whichever is greater Estimated flows for facilities not listed in Table 3 shall be provided pursuant to
6. weather road is to be provided Information showing that the access opening of the furthest tank is located not more than 25 feet horizontally from where the all weather road is to be provided Pertinent existing and proposed buildings wells water lines swimming pools flood plain location and elevation and OHWM designations of navigable waters Location information legal description down to 40 acres and or subdivision block and lot number of platted lands G System Sizing 1 2 For one and two family dwellings the number of bedrooms shall be included For public facilities the sizing calculations shall be included H Tank Information 1 Construction details for site constructed tanks Note site constructed tanks that do not have a valid plumbing product approval are not included within the scope of this manual and must be submitted as individual site designs Size model number and manufacturer information for prefabricated tank s Installation information must include vent and access opening locations depth to inlet and height elevation of freeboard if applicable Anchoring information shall be provided whenever a tank is located within the 100 year floodplain and or the depth to seasonal soil saturation indicates anchoring is necessary to prevent flotation of the tank Cross section of tank or tanks to be installed in series with information regarding liquid depth depth of high water alarm approve
7. 54956 5 Questions office 920 727 9200 fax 888 727 5704 including Saturday and Sundays 6 Cell 920 740 4119 or 920 740 6723 amp by email garyklinka hotmail com Attendee s Name Date Address Credential Number Phone Course Title and Name Holding Tank Quiz Fax List the name of each credential held by attendee Credited Hours 6 hours Fee 55 00 Email To be completed by Gary Klinka My credential link 70172 Course Password Course ID 8402 Attendee passed the course with a greater than 70 score on Date Instructor Signature HOLDING TANK COMPONENT MANUAL FOR PRIVATE ONSITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS VERSION 2 0 State of Wisconsin Department of Commerce Division of Safety and Buildings SBD 10855 P N 03 07 Table of Contents Il INTRODUCTION AND SPECIFICATIONS Il DEFINITIONS Ill DESCRIPTION AND PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION IV DESIGN V SITE PREPARATION AND CONSTRUCTION VI OPERATION MAINTENANCE AND PERFORMANCE MONITORING Vil PLAN SUBMITTAL AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION POWTS HOLDING TANK INSPECTION REPORT TABLE 3 PUBLIC FACILITY WASTEWATER FLOWS Published on March 01 2007 by Dept of Commerce Division of Safety and Buildings Safety and Buildings Publication SBD 10855 P ADA Statement The Department of Commerce is an equal opportunity service provider and employer If you need assistance to A Nn Oo a Oi A 12 access services or need material in an alternate format pl
8. Meets s Comm 83 43 8 g Wis Adm constant saturation Code Code Management In accordance with ch Comm 83 Wis Adm Code and this manual Piping materials for vents gt 2 D pipe constructed of materials listed in ch Comm 84 Table 84 30 1 Wis Adm Code Vent Location and Orientation Meets s Comm 82 31 16 d 2 and s Comm 83 45 6 b Wis Adm Code Vent openings are oriented down 3 of 13 Il DEFINITIONS Definitions not found in this section are located in chapter Comm 81 Wis Adm Code or the terms use the standard dictionary definition 1 Service provider means the individual or company that is responsible for inspecting maintaining or servicing the holding tank system 2 All weather road means a gravel or paved surface that can support a fully loaded pump truck in all Seasons DESCRIPTION AND PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION The POWTS holding tank serves to contain wastewater or sewage on site until the contents are pumped and hauled to a proper point of disposal Pumping and monitoring reports are submitted to the governmental unit or designated agent The holding tank installed under this component manual holds domestic wastewater stormwater or clearwater inclusions permitted under s Comm 82 36 Wis Adm Code until pumped by an individual certified as a septage servicing operator under ch NR 114 Wis Adm Code See Figure 1 for an example of a typical holding tank Industrial
9. Wis Adm Code Vent openings are oriented down C Meets s Comm 83 43 9 e Wis Adm Code D Meets s Comm 83 43 9 g Wis Adm Code and the weight of anchor is gt 1 5 x tank volume in cubic feet x 62 4 pounds per cubic foot weight of tank E In accordance with ch Comm 83 Wis Adm Code F In accordance with ch Comm 83 Wis Adm Code and this manual G Meets s Comm 83 54 2 Wis Adm Code 8 Alarms or warning system shall A Meets ch Comm 84 25 B 2 1 opening having an inside diameter of at least 8 inches C Meets s Comm 83 43 8 e Wis Adm Code D Meets s Comm 83 43 9 g Wis Adm Code and the weight of anchor is gt 1 5 x tank volume in cubic feet x 62 4 pounds per cubic foot weight of tank E In accordance with ch Comm 83 Wis Adm Code F In accordance with ch Comm 83 Wis Adm Code and this manual G Meets s Comm 83 54 2 Wis Adm Code 9 Water meters shall A Meets ch Comm 84 25 B 2 1 opening having an inside diameter of at least 8 inches C Meets s Comm 83 43 9 e Wis Adm Code D Meets s Comm 83 43 9 g Wis Adm Code and the weight of anchor is gt 1 5 x tank volume in cubic feet x 62 4 pounds per cubic foot weight of tank E In accordance with ch Comm 83 Wis Adm Code F In accordance with ch Comm 83 Wis Adm Code and this manual www garyklinka com Page 3 of 12 G Meets s Comm 83 54 2 Wis Adm Code 10 Installation in periodic or saturated soils shall
10. ber on each page of the submittal or sign and date an index page which is attached to each bound set C At least three sets of plans and one set of specifications clear permanent and legible shall be submitted to the department Submittals must be on paper measuring at least 8 1 2 by 11 inches Each plan set shall be bound using staples brads or other permanent fasteners Pages which are held together by rubber bands and or paper clips are not considered to be a bound volume D all of the above 57 Plot Plan information includes A Dimensioned plans or plans drawn to scale scale indicated on plans with property lines parcel size and property boundaries clearly marked B Benchmark and north arrow C Elevations when the bottom of the furthest tank is proposed to be located more than 15 feet below the elevation where the all weather road is to be provided D All of the above 58 Plot Plan information includes A Information showing that the access opening of the furthest tank is located not more than 25 feet horizontally from where the all weather road is to be provided B Pertinent existing and proposed buildings wells water lines swimming pools flood plain location and elevation and OHWM designations of navigable waters www garyklinka com Page 11 of 12 C Location information legal description down to 40 acres and or subdivision block and lot number of platted lands D All of the above l Septage Disposal 59 E
11. d joints and any modifications suction pipes etc clearly marked l Septage Disposal Esti 113 mated daily wastewater flows greater than 3 000 gpd shall include information pursuant to s NR 07 1 e Wis Adm Code Written notification from the Department of Natural Resources shall be provided confirming agreement from a publicly owned treatment work to accept the contents from the holding tank J Ins pections Inspection s shall be made in accordance with ch 145 20 Wis Stats and s Comm 83 26 Wis Adm Code The inspection form on the following two pages may be used The inspection of the POWTS installation is to verify that the POWTS conforms to specifications listed in Tables 1 and 2 of this manual and 9 of 13 the approved plans POWTS HOLDING TANK INSPECTION REPORT ATTACH TO PERMIT GENERAL INFORMATION Permit Holder s Name O City O Village J Town of Sanitary Permit No Plan ID No Tax Parcel No Property Address if Available TANK INFORMATION TYPE MANUFACTURER MODEL CAPACITY acp eS NN SETBACKS Property Line Building All Weather OHWM Swimming Pool Road DEVIATIONS FROM APPROVED PLAN COMMENTS Persons present discrepancies etc COMPONENTS NOT INSPECTED Plan Revision Required Date Signature of Inspector Cert Number L Yes L No Sketch on other side 10 of 13 ELEVATION DATA Point Backsight Height of Foresight Elevation Comments Instrument Benc
12. ease contact the Department at 608 266 3151 or TTY 608 264 8777 2 of 13 I INTRODUCTION AND SPECIFICATIONS This Private Onsite Wastewater Treatment System POWTS component manual provides design construction inspection operation and maintenance specifications for a prefabricated or site constructed holding tank component that has a current plumbing product approval from the Department Site constructed holding tank components that do not have plumbing product approval must be submitted as an individual site design Violations of this manual constitute a violation of chs Comm 83 and 84 Wis Adm Code Note Detailed plans and specifications must be developed and submitted for review and approval to the governing unit having plan review authority In addition a state Sanitary Permit must be obtained from the department or governmental unit having jurisdiction See Section VII for more details SIZE AND LOCATION 2000 gals whichever is greater Horizontal setback distances Meet s Comm 83 43 8 i Wis Adm Code Location of service access opening lt 25 feet to an all weather road measured from the furthest service access opening or pump out port Table 2 OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Tank design and construction Alarm or warning system Meets s Comm 83 43 8 e 2 and s Comm 84 25 10 Wis Adm Code Metering When specifically required meets s Comm 83 54 2 Wis Adm Code Installation in soils that indicate periodic or
13. equired one borehole at tank location for the evaluation of saturated soil depths if tank anchoring is a concern Section Comm 83 32 2 Wis Adm Code allows municipalities to prohibit or limit holding tanks These municipalities may require a complete soil test by ordinance to verify that a holding tank is the only option available E Documentation Requirements 1 Architects engineers or designers shall sign seal and date each page of the submittal or sign seal and date an index page which is attached to the bound set Master Plumbers and Master Plumbers Restricted Service shall sign date and include their license number on each page of the submittal or sign and date an index page which is attached to each bound set At least three sets of plans and one set of specifications clear permanent and legible shall be submitted to the department Submittals must be on paper measuring at least 8 1 2 by 11 inches Each plan set shall be bound using staples brads or other permanent fasteners Pages which are held together by rubber bands and or paper clips are not considered to be a bound volume F Plot Plan Information 1 8 of 13 Dimensioned plans or plans drawn to scale scale indicated on plans with property lines parcel size and property boundaries clearly marked Benchmark and north arrow Elevations when the bottom of the furthest tank is proposed to be located more than 15 feet below the elevation where the all
14. h s Comm 84 25 7 h Wis Adm Code A True B False All access openings shall be located so as to permit a minimum of 3 feet of clear space above the opening and 2 feet in all directions horizontally from any point of the access opening for purposes of inspection maintenance or servicing Access openings within 12 feet of any building shall also be air tight A True B False The connection of the holding tank to the sanitary sewer shall be by means of a mechanical joint solvent cement joint or other joint conforming to s Comm 84 40 Wis Adm Code A True B False Below grade connections Joints between the tank access opening risers and covers shall be watertight A True B False C Alarm Equipment Installation www garyklinka com Page 8 of 12 41 The alarm switch shall be set to activate an alarm when liquid volume is 10 below the tank inlet invert or at 80 of the liquid capacity of the tank below the tank inlet invert A True B False 42 All wiring shall be installed in accordance with National Electrical Code NEC Article 200 and s Comm 17 23 Wis Adm Code A True B False D Backfill 43 The holding tank excavation is backfilled as per manufacturer instructions with sufficient soil material so as to divert surface water runoff towards the tank location A True B False VI OPERATION MAINTENANCE and PERFOMANCE MONITORING A Owner is Responsible 44 The POWTS owner is responsible for the
15. he property owner that was issued the state sanitary permit When a POWTS is located or will be located on property owned by the state the sanitary permit shall be obtained from the department Arrangements for inspection s shall be made with the department A True B False B Site Preparation and Tank Installation 35 36 37 38 39 40 The holding tank must be installed in accordance with the manufacturers printed instructions product approval plan approval and specifications in this component manual If there is a conflict between the manufacturer s instructions and the product approval plan approval and or component manual specifications the product approval plan approval and or component manual specifications take precedence A True B False Access openings that terminate at grade and or less than 1 ft above the established regional flood elevation if applicable must have water tight access openings Access openings that terminate at least 4 inches above the surrounding grade and 1 ft above the established regional flood elevation if applicable are not required to have water tight access openings A True B False Access opening covers that terminate at or above grade may be provided with a service port that is 18 inches inside diameter The reduced opening must have a locking device or a brass cleanout plug Service ports larger than 18 inches inside diameter must have a locking device in accordance wit
16. hmark To prr s s Bldgsewr p ef Tankinlet_ 0 T 5 Tankoutet To 0 gi n 5 5 35 Tankinlet_ J Hp J Tank outlet Jo o o zad furthest tank Top of all weather road SKETCH OF COMPONENT amp ADDITIONAL COMMENTS 11 of 13 Table 3 Public Facility Wastewater Flows Source Unit Estimated Wastewater Flow gpd Campground or Camping Resort Space with sewer connection and or service building served Dining hall kitchen waste only without dishwasher and or food waste grinder Dining hall toilet and kitchen waste without dishwasher and or food waste grinder Dining hall toilet and kitchen waste with dishwasher and or food waste grinder Drive in restaurant all paper service with inside seating Drive in restaurant all paper service without inside seating Patron min 500 patrons Gas station with service bay Patron Patron Service bay Service bay Medical office building Doctors nurses medical staff Person Office personnel Person Patients Person 6 5 Migrant labor camp central bathhouse May be high strength waste 12 of 13 Table 3 Public Facility Wastewater Flows continued Source Unit Estimated Wastewater Flow gpd Mobile Home Manufactured home served by its Bedroom 100 own POWTS Mobile home park Mobile home site Nursing Rest Home Commu
17. nity Based Residential Facility Restaurant 24 hr dishwasher and or food waste Patron seating space grinder only 10 4 Restaurant 24 hr kitchen waste only without Patron seating space 12 dishwasher and or food waste grinder 8 40 Restaurant 24 hr toilet waste Patron seating space 2 Restaurant 24 hr toilet and kitchen waste without Patron seating space dishwasher and or food waste grinder Restaurant 24 hr toilet and kitchen waste with Patron seating space 44 dishwasher and or food waste grinder prone onl Restaurant kitchen waste only without dishwasher Patron seating space 14 Restaurant toilet and kitchen waste without Patron seating space 20 dishwasher and or food waste grinder Sees Restaurant toilet and kitchen waste with dishwasher and or food waste grinder area 30 sq ft per patron School with meals and showers Classroom 25 500 students classroom School without meals or showers Classroom 25 300 students classroom Self service laundry toilet waste only 33 Self service laundry with only residential clothes Clothes washer 200 washers Swimming pool bathhouse May be high strength waste 13 of 13
18. of a completed Application For Review form SBD 10577 along with proper fees must be included with plans submitted to the department An application form can be downloaded at www commerce wi gov If plans are to be submitted to a designated town plan review agent the town agent should be contacted for information regarding application forms and fees A True B False D Soils Related Information 55 Soils Related Information include A A holding tank is a component that does not utilize in situ soil for treatment or dispersal of wastewater therefore a soil test is not required per s Comm 83 44 1 Wis Adm Code B Pertinent flood plain areas and OHWM designations of navigable waters of the state shall be shown on a soil test and or the system plot plan C A soil test may be required one borehole at tank location for the evaluation of saturated soil depths if tank anchoring is a concern D Section Comm 83 32 2 Wis Adm Code allows municipalities to prohibit or limit holding tanks These municipalities may require a complete soil test by ordinance to verify that a holding tank is the only option available E all of the above 56 Documentation requirements include A Architects engineers or designers shall sign seal and date each page of the submittal or sign seal and date an index page which is attached to the bound set B Master Plumbers and Master Plumbers Restricted Service shall sign date and include their license num
19. olding tank serves to contain wastewater or sewage on site until the contents is pumped and hauled to a proper point of disposal Pumping and monitoring reports are submitted to the department or designated agent A True B False 18 The holding tank installed under this component manual holds domestic wastewater stormwater or clearwater inclusions permitted under s Comm 82 36 Wis Adm Code until pumped by an individual certified as a septage servicing operator under ch NR 114 Wis Adm Code A True B False www garyklinka com Page 5 of 12 Figure 1 Cross Section of Holding Tank Use diagram for questions 18 26 19 Letter a represents 20 Letter b represents 21 Letter c represents 22 Letter d represents 23 Letter e represents 24 Letter f represents 25 Letter g represents 26 Letter h represents 27 Letter 1 represents www garyklinka com Page 6 of 12 28 Letter j represents 29 Letter k represents IV DESIGN 30 One and Two family Dwellings Minimum liquid capacity of a holding tank for one and two family dwelling application must not be less than 2000 gallons or 5 times the estimated daily wastewater flow determined in accordance with s Comm 83 42 3 4 or 5 Wis Adm Code whichever is greater A True B False 31 Public Facilities The minimum liquid capacit
20. omponent failure or malfunction C A management plan that contains information on the periodic inspection maintenance or servicing of the component including electrical mechanical components D All of the above E Only A amp C VII PLAN SUBMITTAL AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION A Plan Submittal 49 n order to install a POWTS correctly it is important to develop plans that will be used to guide the installation The following checklist may be used when preparing plans for review Conformance to the list is a guarantee of plan approval A True B False 50 Additional information may be needed or requested to address unusual or unique characteristics of a particular project Contact the reviewing agency for specific plan submittal requirements which may be different than the list included in this manual A True B False B General Submittal Information 51 Legible photocopies of reports forms plans and other documents are acceptable However any type of a faxed signature is allowed on certain documents e g index page A True B False 52 Submittal of additional information requested during plan review or questions concerning a specific plan must be referenced to the identification number assigned to that plan by the reviewing agency A True B False 53 Plans or documents must be permanent legible copies or originals A True B False C Forms and Fees www garyklinka com Page 10 of 12 54 A current version
21. operation and maintenance of the POWTS locking device alarm and access opening The owner or owner s agent is required to submit reports as required by s Comm 83 55 1 Wis Adm Code to the governmental unit or designated agent A True B False B Approvals and Inspections 45 Design approval and site inspections before during and after construction are conducted by the governmental unit or other appropriate jurisdiction s in accordance with ss Comm 83 22 and 83 26 Wis Adm Code A True B False C Performance Expectations 46 Maintenance cycle The holding tank must be serviced by certified septage operators pumpers An alarm system must be installed to activate when the liquid level in a single tank is within 12 inches of the inlet invert or when the total volume of the tankage of multiple tanks reaches 100 A True B False 47 Performance monitoring Within 30 calendar days from the date of an inspection maintenance or servicing event the owner of the POWTS or the owner s agent shall file a report with the governmental unit or designated agent A True www garyklinka com Page 9 of 12 B False D User s Manual 48 A user s manual is to accompany the component The manual is to contain the following as a minimum A Diagrams of all components and their location B Names and phone numbers of local governmental unit authority component manufacturer or POWTS service provider to be contacted in the event of c
22. s design daily wastewater flow or 2000 gals whichever is greater B Meets s Comm 83 43 9 1 Wis Adm Code C 225 feet to service drive or road measured from service access opening or pump out port D None of the above 4 Horizontal setback shall A 5 times design daily wastewater flow or 2000 gals whichever is greater B Meets s Comm 83 43 8 1 Wis Adm Code C 225 feet to service drive or road measured from service access opening or www garyklinka com Page 2 of 12 pump out port D None of the above 5 Location to service access shall A 2 5 times design daily wastewater flow or 2000 gals whichever is greater B Meets s Comm 83 43 9 i Wis Adm Code C 225 feet to service drive or road measured from service access opening or pump out port D None of the above Table 2 OTHER SPECIFICATIONS 6 Tank design and construction shall A Meets ch Comm 84 25 B 2 1 opening having an inside diameter of at least 8 inches C Meets s Comm 83 43 9 e Wis Adm Code D Meets s Comm 83 43 9 g Wis Adm Code and the weight of anchor is gt 1 5 x tank volume in cubic feet x 62 4 pounds per cubic foot weight of tank E In accordance with ch Comm 83 Wis Adm Code F In accordance with ch Comm 83 Wis Adm Code and this manual G Meets s Comm 83 54 2 Wis Adm Code 7 Vent location and orientation shall A Meets ch Comm 84 25 B Meets s Comm 82 31 16 d 2 and s Comm 83 45 6 b
23. ss unusual or unique characteristics of a particular project Contact the reviewing agency for specific plan submittal requirements which may be different than the list included in this manual B General Submittal Information T Legible photocopies of reports forms plans and other documents are acceptable However an original signature is required on certain documents e g index page 2 Submittal of additional information requested during plan review or questions concerning a specific plan must be referenced to the identification number assigned to that plan by the reviewing agency 3 Plans or documents must be permanent legible copies or originals C Forms and Fees A current version of a completed Application For Review form SBD 10577 along with proper fees must be included with plans submitted to the department An application form can be downloaded at www commerce wi gov If plans are to be submitted to a designated county plan review agent the agent should be contacted for information regarding application forms and fees 7 of 13 D Soils Related Information A holding tank is a component that does not utilize in situ soil for treatment or dispersal of wastewater therefore a soil test is not required per s Comm 83 44 1 Wis Adm Code Pertinent flood plain areas and OHWM designations of navigable waters of the state shall be shown on a soil test and or the system plot plan A soil test may be r
24. stimated daily wastewater flows greater than gpd shall include information pursuant to s NR 113 07 1 e Wis Adm Code Written notification from the Department of Natural Resources shall be provided confirming agreement from a publicly owned treatment work to accept the contents from the holding tank A 1000 B 2000 C 3000 D 4000 J Inspections 60 Inspection s shall be made in accordance with ch 145 20 Wis Stats and s Comm 83 26 Wis Adm Code The inspection form on the following two pages may be used A True B False 61 The inspection of the POWTS installation is to verify that the POWTS conforms to specifications listed in Table of this manual and the approved plans A 1 B 2 C 3 D both A amp B 62 Wastewater flows listed in Table 3 are used for A Private systems B Residential systems C Public Systems D none of the above www garyklinka com Page 12 of 12 To obtain your Continuing Education Credits follow the below instructions 1 Click on course print out circle answers mail in the course only amp keep the manual 2 Fill in all fields applicable 3 Include your certification or license number 4 Well take care of crediting with the state and mailing back to you the quiz results Send by mail www garyklinka com 1 Answer sheets Fee 55 00 2 Fill out this form below completely 3 Applicable fees by check payable to Gary Klinka 4 Mail to Gary Klinka at 228 Mandella Ct Neenah WI
25. t is responsible for managing and maintaining the holding tank system C rock fragments greater than 10 inches in diameter but less than 24 inches D gravel or paved surface that can support a fully loaded pump truck in all seasons 14 Service provider means A rock fragments greater than 3 inches but less than 10 inches in diameter B the individual or company that is responsible for managing and maintaining the holding tank system C rock fragments greater than 10 inches in diameter but less than 24 inches D gravel or paved surface that can support a fully loaded pump truck in all seasons 15 Stones means A rock fragments greater than 3 inches but less than 10 inches in diameter www garyklinka com Page 4 of 12 B the individual or company that is responsible for managing and maintaining the holding tank system C rock fragments greater than 10 inches in diameter but less than 24 inches D gravel or paved surface that can support a fully loaded pump truck in all seasons 16 All weather road means A rock fragments greater than 3 inches but less than 10 inches in diameter B the individual or company that is responsible for managing and maintaining the holding tank system C rock fragments greater than 10 inches in diameter but less than 24 inches D gravel or paved surface that can support a fully loaded pump truck in all seasons III DESCRIPTION AND PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION 17 The POWTS h
26. the holding tank to the sanitary sewer shall be by means of a mechanical joint solvent cement joint or other joint conforming to s Comm 84 40 Wis Adm Code 5 Below grade connections Joints between the tank access opening risers and covers shall be watertight Alarm Equipment Installation The alarm switch shall be set to activate an alarm when liquid volume is 12 below the tank inlet invert or at 9096 of the liquid capacity of the tank below the tank inlet invert All wiring shall be installed in accordance with National Electrical Code NEC Article 300 and s Comm 16 23 Wis Adm Code Backfill The holding tank excavation is backfilled as per manufacturer instructions with sufficient soil material so as to divert surface water runoff away from the tank location VI OPERATION MAINTENANCE and PERFORMANCE MONITORING A Owner is Responsible The POWTS owner is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the POWTS locking device alarm and access opening The owner or owner s agent is required to submit reports as required by s Comm 83 55 1 Wis Adm Code to the governmental unit or designated agent Approvals and Inspections Design approval and site inspections before during and after construction are conducted by the governmental unit or other appropriate jurisdiction s in accordance with ss Comm 83 22 and 83 26 Wis Adm Code 6 of 13 C Performance Expectations 1 Maintenance cycle
27. www garyklinka com Course 8402 HOLDING TANK QUIZ This course is valid for these credentials Credential Description Journeyman Plumber Journeyman Plumber Restricted Service Master Plumber Master Plumber Restricted Service POWTS Inspector POWTS MAINTAINER Soil Tester Instructions 1 Print these pages Page 1 of 12 55 00 Cred Code Credit Hours PJ 6 0 PJRS 6 0 PM 6 0 PMRS 6 0 PI 6 0 PO 6 0 ST 6 0 2 Scroll down to page 12 for additional instructions 3 The Holding Tank manual is included and starts on pages 13 HOLDING TANK COMPONENT QUIZ I INTRODUCTION AND SPECIFICATIONS 1 This Private Onsite Wastewater Treatment System POWTS component manual provides design construction inspection operation and maintenance specifications for a holding tank component However these items must accompany a properly prepared and reviewed plan acceptable to the governing unit to help provide a system that can be installed and function properly Violations of this manual constitute a violation of chs Comm 81 and 82 Wis Adm Code A True B False 2 Detailed plans and specifications must be developed and submitted for review and approval by the governing unit having authority over the plan for the installation Also a Sanitary Permit may be obtained from the department or governmental unit having jurisdiction A True B False SIZE AND ORIENTATION 3 Holding capacity for a holding tank shall A 5 time
28. y of a holding tank for public facilities shall not be less than 2000 gallons or 5 times the estimated daily wastewater flow determined in accordance with s Comm 83 43 6 Wis Adm Code or Table 3 whichever is greater Estimated flows for facilities not listed in Table 3 shall be provided pursuant to s Comm 83 43 6 Wis Adm Code A True B False B Tank Anchoring 32 When a holding tank may be installed in saturated soils see ch Comm 85 Wis Adm Code For information on how to determine soil saturation and or in an area that is considered part of a 1000 year flood plain the tank shall meet the provisions of s Comm 83 43 8 g Wis Adm Code A True B False C Monitoring Management Equipment 33 The alarm for the holding tank installation is an audible and or visual alarm installed in a conspicuous location in or on the building served or on a post near the tank The alarm is connected to a float switch or other electrical sensor in the holding tank The maximum alarm on level is set at 10 inches below the tank inlet when only one tank is used or 80 of the total volume of the tankage when more than one tank is used A True B False V SITE PREPARATION AND CONSTRUCTION A Sanitary Permit www garyklinka com Page 7 of 12 34 Prior to the construction of the system a state sanitary permit shall be obtained and posted in a clearly visible location on the site Arrangements for inspection s must be made with t
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