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  • Wastewater: Compliance with the Filter Backwash Recycling Rule (FBRR)

    Credits: 8 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    The Filter Backwash Recycling Rule (FBRR) establishes regulatory provisions governing the way that certain recycle streams are handled within the treatment processes of conventional and direct filtration water treatment systems.

    The FBRR also establishes reporting and recordkeeping requirements for recycle practices that will allow States and EPA to better evaluate the impact of recycle practices on overall treatment plant performance. The FBRR published in the Federal Register (66 FR 31086, June 8, 2001) presents the specific regulatory requirements that must be met by affected systems.

    This document has been developed to provide operators with the practical guidance and relevant information to assist them in complying with the FBRR provisions. It outlines detailed methods for complying with each portion of the FBRR, and provides other useful information regarding recycle practices and filter backwashing not specifically required by the FBRR.

    Topics:

    • Overview of the FBRR
    • FBRR Objectives
    • Regulated Recycle Streams
    • Reporting Requirements
    • Recordkeeping Requirements
    • Operational Considerations and Modifications
    • Stream Equalization Procedures
    • Treatment of Recycle Streams
    • Recommended Design Goals
    • Comparison of Treatment Options

    To take this course:

    1.) Enroll in Course: Click below to enroll:
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    2.) Study: Once enrolled, click below to begin the course:

    Download the Study Guide

    3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.

    Take the final exam

    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
         NOTE: After the exam is completed, you will need to return to this page, in order to print (download) the certificate of completion.

    Print the Certificate of Completion

    Intended Audience: This course is intended for Water Resources, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Environmental, and other engineers whose job description may requires a comprehensive knowledge of wastewater filter backwash procedures, and of the EPA's FBRR rule.
    Publication Source: US Environmental Protection Agency

    Harlan Bengtson PhD, PE

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