Inspector Training

Inspector Training

Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSO’s)Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSO’s) – Grit, roots, debris, grease, misc.Grit, roots, debris, grease, misc.

– Grease trap / interceptor operationGrease trap / interceptor operation

– Kitchen drainage system maintenanceKitchen drainage system maintenance

Collection System ConcernsCollection System Concerns

Review Current RegulationsReview Current Regulations

CMOM City Utility Ordinance Local / State Plumbing Codes Local / State Building Codes

Gather New DataGather New Data Size of the Collection System Condition of Wastestream Determine Food Establishment Clientele

Tools of the Trade:Tools of the Trade:EDUCATIONEDUCATION

Reliable Documentation– Electronic (Spreadsheets, Databases)

Inspection Paperwork– Grease Trap/Interceptor Manufacturer’s

Drawings– Maintenance Log– Grease / Oil Recyclers Listing– Authorized Pumper List

Grease Septage

– Plumbers List with Disclaimer (OPTIONAL)

– Grease Reduction Guidelines (BMP’S)

Tools of the Trade:Tools of the Trade:EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT

Maps– County, City, GIS

Hand Tools– Manhole Pick– Depth Probe– Ratchet Set– Pipe Wrench– Mirror

Safety Equipment– Steel Toe Shoes – Gloves– Florescence Safety Vest

“People Person”– Municipal Authorities

– Food Establishment Owners & Managers

– Public Officials

– Contractors & Engineers

– Plumbers

– Grease Pumpers / Haulers

How to Hire Effective How to Hire Effective InspectorsInspectors

Inspector’s EtiquetteInspector’s Etiquette

– Entry Dress is IMPORTANT

Be Friendly, Tactful & Knowledgeable

YOU direct the inspection.

– Credentials Company Badge

Business Card

(Mind Your Manners)(Mind Your Manners)

Scheduling InspectionsScheduling Inspections

Best Days– Monday - Thursday

Best Hours– 9:00AM - 10:30AM

– 1:30PM - “Quittin’ Time”

Restaurant Inspection Restaurant Inspection TechniquesTechniques

Understand Kitchen Plumbing Investigate Kitchen Management Practices

Compliance DeterminationCompliance Determination

Grease Vessel Structural Condition Outlet Chamber Effluent

Clear ?Floating Oil/Grease ?

MaintenancePumping Frequency ?Confirm Pumper/Hauler ?

Grease InterceptorGrease InterceptorINLET OUTLET

SEWER SYSTEM

GREASE

KITCHEN DRAINAGE WATER

CLARIFIEDWATER

Concrete Outdoor In-Ground InterceptorConcrete Outdoor In-Ground Interceptor

Common ProblemsCommon Problems

Unaware of Grease Interceptor One Access Port “Straight Pipe” Not Connected to Kitchen

Drainage Broken Sanitary-Tees “Backward Installation”

““Under-the-Counter” Steel / Iron ModelUnder-the-Counter” Steel / Iron Model

GREASE

KITCHEN DRAINAGE WATER

CLARIFIEDWATER

SEWER SYSTEM

Grease TrapGrease TrapINLET OUTLET

Common ProblemsCommon Problems

Unaware of Grease Trap “Backward Installation” Not connected to Kitchen

Drainage “Straight Pipe” Missing Baffles Missing Lid Gasket

Grease Vessel Grease Vessel Effluent ComplianceEffluent Compliance

• Sampling Protocol• Sampling

Equipment • Grease & Oil Lab

Results

Grease Vessel Effluent ComplianceGrease Vessel Effluent Compliance“To sample or not to sample, that is the question.”

Immediate Downstream Manhole Immediate Downstream Manhole InspectionInspection

Grease Accumulations

Miscellaneous Debris

Low Flow

Completing Inspection FormsCompleting Inspection Forms

Inspectors Name of Food Establishment Date & Time of Inspection Person in Charge (“Top Hog”) Address Phone # Type/Size of Grease Vessel

– Installations or Modifications Grease Pumper/Hauler Cleanout Frequency Basic Description Compliance Determination

City of City of

GastoniaGastonia

Neal KlimekNeal KlimekIndustrial ChemistIndustrial Chemist

Pretreatment ProgramPretreatment Program

[email protected]@cityofgastonia.com(704) 854-6669(704) 854-6669