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Texas AgriLife Extension Service
Tools of the Trade Texas AgriLife Extension Service
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Overview of Presentation
Several tools assist in providing operation, maintenance and monitoring of onsite wastewater treatment systems. Tools and equipment need to match service to be provided. Several tools assist in providing operation, maintenance and monitoring of onsite wastewater treatment systems. Tools and equipment need to match service to be provided.
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Tools An assortment of tools will assist in conducting operation and maintenance service. A listing of potential items will be presented with regard to testing and diagnosis, manufacturer required specialty tools, common hand tools, and cleanup equipment. An assortment of tools will assist in conducting operation and maintenance service. A listing of potential items will be presented with regard to testing and diagnosis, manufacturer required specialty tools, common hand tools, and cleanup equipment.
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Testing and Diagnosis Scum hook Measuring tape
Dissolved oxygen meter or test kit pH meter or test kit Thermometer Pressure/vacuum gauge for air flow Chlorine DPD field test kit (Not a swimming pool kit. It must be able to measure down to 0.1 mg/L total chlorine) Scum hook Standpipe with level indicator for measuring distal pressure Measuring tape Turbidity meter Dissolved oxygen meter or test kit pH meter or test kit Thermometer Pressure/vacuum gauge for air flow Chlorine DPD field test kit (Not a swimming pool kit. It must be able to measure down to 0.1 mg/L total chlorine) Water meter Multimeter with adequate voltage range
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Testing and Diagnosis Continued
Graduated container for solids sampling tests Laboratory samples Sample containers Sample labels Cooler to transport samples Profile probe – common brand name products are marketed as a Sludge judge or a Dip Stick Float hook Hand mirror for viewing tank interiors Timing device (watch or stop watch) Graduated container for solids sampling tests Sample containers Sample labels Cooler to transport samples Profile probe – common brand name products are marketed as a Sludge judge or a Dip Stick Net or other device to remove sludge/scum Float hook Hand mirror for viewing tank interiors Stethoscope for verifying mixing in enclosed tanks and for assessing pump bearing degradation Timing device (watch or stop watch)
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Manufacturer Required Specialty Tools
The manufacturer may require certain tools that must be used to maintain their system. If you are certified to maintain a proprietary device, please be familiar with all guidelines. The manufacturer may require certain tools that must be used to maintain their system. If you are certified to maintain a proprietary device, please be familiar with all guidelines.
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Common Hand Tools Screwdrivers Cordless drill and bit set
Shovel with insulated handles Specialized tools for safety screws Pipe wrenches Wrenches Pliers Wire stripper Screwdrivers Hacksaw or cordless saw (for cutting large pipe) PVC cutter (for cutting small pipe) Valve keys Cordless drill and bit set Hammer Shovel Rake Auger Lid lifter or pry bar Probe with insulated handles Float switch lifter Specialized tools for safety screws Plumber’s snake Bottle brush for flushing laterals Pressure washer for flushing laterals Electrician’s snake
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Cleanup Equipment Portable pumps (such as a small utility sump pump)
Small nylon broom with long handle Broom Open 5 gallon Buckets Tarp for placing soil on, collecting debris Plastic trash can for storing/collecting contaminated debris Spare trash bags Hose with backflow prevention device and nozzle Skimmer net for removing floating solids Portable pumps (such as a small utility sump pump) Small nylon broom with long handle Broom Putty spatula Open 5 gallon Buckets Tarp for placing soil on, collecting debris Plastic trash can for storing/collecting contaminated debris Spare trash bags Hose with backflow prevention device and nozzle Hose reel Skimmer net for removing floating solids
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Supplies An assortment of supplies will assist in conducting operation and maintenance service. A listing of potential supplies needed to perform the duties includes: Permit/as-built plans/specs Clip board/O&M forms/pencil Pen and notebook Calculator Flash light Digital Camera An assortment of supplies will assist in conducting operation and maintenance service. A listing of potential supplies needed to perform the duties includes: Permit/as-built plans/specs Clip board/O&M forms/pencil Pen and notebook Calculator Binoculars for viewing remote components Radios/communication devices Flash light Global Positioning System (GPS) Key map Door hanger or business card Digital camera
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Supplies Continued Safety and personal protection: Rubber gloves
Leather gloves Safety glasses, goggles, face shields Bucket/chlorine Wash water Coveralls Waterless hand cleaner Disinfecting wipes Chlorine in spray container First-aid kit Rubber boots Rubber or plastic apron Safety and personal protection: Sunscreen/hat Bug repellant Drinking water Clean cups Rubber gloves Leather gloves Safety glasses, goggles, face shields Bucket/chlorine Wash water Coveralls Confined space equipment (for use by properly trained personnel) Waterless hand cleaner Disinfecting wipes Chlorine First-aid kit Rubber boots Rubber or plastic apron Rain gear
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Parts The service provider must be able to perform the necessary service that is needed at the time of the visit. An assortment of parts will assist in conducting maintenance and repair service and they are listed below. The service provider must be able to perform the necessary service that is needed at the time of the visit. An assortment of parts will assist in conducting maintenance and repair service and they are listed below. The most common items.
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Manufacturer Specified Parts for Field Service
Each manufacturer’s products have components that need maintenance when conducting a service call. When working through the certification process with a manufacturer you will need to identify the specific items that need to be carried for these products. In general you need to identify the items that fall into these two categories: Miscellaneous component parts for unit being serviced Appropriate replacement parts for specific technologies and proprietary devices that are regularly serviced Each manufacturer’s products have components that need maintenance when conducting a service call. When working through the certification process with a manufacturer you will need to identify the specific items that need to be carried for these products. In general you need to identify the items that fall into these two categories: Miscellaneous component parts for unit being serviced Appropriate replacement parts for specific technologies and proprietary devices that are regularly serviced
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Manufacturer Specific Supplies
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Miscellaneous Electrical Fittings
Please check local electrical code. The parts needed may include the following: Electrical tape Spare fuses or breakers Spare light bulbs Watertight wire nuts Nylon wire ties Multi-meter Wire soap for lubricating wire during replacement Duct seal Liquid tape for sealing connections Anti-oxidizing compound for application to electrical connections GFCI drop cord Electrical wire Junction box Breakers Please check local electrical code. The parts needed may include the following: Electrical tape Spare fuses or breakers Spare light bulbs Watertight wire nuts Nylon wire ties Multi-meter Wire soap for lubricating wire during replacement Duct seal Liquid tape for sealing connections Anti-oxidizing compound for application to electrical connections GFCI drop cord Electrical wire Junction box Breakers
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Plastic Pipe Fittings and Miscellaneous Parts
PVC glue and primer PVC adapters and common fittings Silicone sealant Miscellaneous screws and washers WD-40 Brakes cleaner/ Electronics cleaner Ram neck Petroleum jelly to lubricate O-rings and grommets Duct tape Schrader valve PVC glue and primer Miscellaneous pipe fittings Liquid tape Silicone Miscellaneous screws and washers WD-40 Ram neck PVC cleaner and glue PVC adapters and common fittings Petroleum jelly to lubricate O-rings and grommets Liquid or powder tracing dye Hydraulic cement – for concrete not plastic Duct tape Schrader valve
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Organizing Tools for the Job
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How much will you do as a homeowner?
Probably Tools Testing & Diagnostic DPD chlorine & sludge judge Manufacturer specific tools & supplies Common hand tools Clean up equipment Supplies & parts Not Probable Electrical Supplies Plastic pipe fittings Miscellaneous Parts
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Summary These tools will assist you in performing your maintenance activities. Having the right tools for the job will save you time. Safety is important These tools will assist you in performing your maintenance activities. Having the right tools for the job will save you time. Safety is important
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