Become certified to do your own septic system inspections!
Certification Qualifications:
- Own property in the Henderson OR Nisqually Reach Watershed Protection Area,
- Have one of the following septic system types:
- Conventional Gravity
- Pressure Distribution
- Mound
- Glendon® Biofilter, and;
- Access to a computer to view videos, take test, and submit inspection report online.
Online Videos, Online Exam, and In-Person Field Test Review & Training
When: Instructions are emailed on the 15th day of the month. You must complete the process by the 15th of the following month.
Where: In-Person Training at Public Health Building, 412 Lilly Road NE
(near St. Peter's Hospital)
NOTE: The class is outside, please dress accordingly and bring an umbrella.
Attendees will receive:
- Copy of septic records
- Class handouts
- Certification to inspect your septic system
- $10 off next septic tank pump-out
- $50 riser rebate(s)
To register or if you want to check if you are qualified, call Susan at 360-867-2645.
Each September our Public Health Educators hold several classes throughout Thurston County on the basics of Living On a Septic System.
Please check back with us to see when the next class will be held.
In the meantime here is a link to our Publications and Brochures, under septic systems you will find information on caring for your type of system and other information.