Chapter 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What comprises the collection system?
A
The. Collection system includes the gravity sewers, force mains, pumping equipment and other facilities that collect and convey the water to a wastewater treatment plant.
2
Q
What are HVC and CCTV
A
High Velocity Cleaners
Closed Circuit Television
3
Q
What is gravity flow
A
Water or wastewater flowing from higher elevation to a lower elevation due to the force of gravity.
4
Q
Define infiltration
A
The seepage of groundwater into a sewer system, including service connections.
5
Q
Define exfiltration
A
Water wastes and water-carried wastes that unintentially leak out of defects in a sewer pipe.
6
Q
Define S.S.O.
A
Sanitary Sewer Overflow
7
Q
What are the 5 groups of disease causing organisms?
A
Bacteria Viruses Protozoa Helminds Bioserosols
