FAC 64E-6 Onsite Sewage, Septic, & Drainfield. The official, regulatory standard for the design, construction, installation, operation, repair, and abandonment of septic tanks, drainfields, and alternative onsite sewage treatment systems in the State of Florida. Chapter 64E-6, F.A.C. establishes mandatory requirements for environmental protection and public health compliance, making it a critical reference book for Florida Plumbing, and Master Septic Tank Contractor license examinations.
 
Key Features & Highlights:
Statewide Regulatory Authority: Sets binding standards enforced by the Florida Department of Environmental Health / Department of Environmental Protection for septic systems.
Sizing & Placement Requirements: Outlines precise minimum setback distances from wells, surface water, and property lines, along with drainfield sizing criteria based on soil profiles and building occupancy.
System Construction & Materials: Covers detailed engineering specifications for septic tank receptacles, aerobic treatment units (ATUs), dosing pumps, and drainfield materials.
Essential Exam Reference: Key reference material for Florida Certified Plumbing Contractors, Septic Tank Contractors, and Site Evaluation Specialists preparing for state trade exams.
 
Key Topics Covered:
Permits & Application Procedures for System Construction, Repair, and Abandonment
Site Evaluation Criteria, Soil Texture Classifications, and Groundwater Table Clearances
Septic Tank Sizing, Baffle Wall Specifications, and Receptacle Construction Standards
Drainfield Design: Standard Trenches, Absorption Beds, Dosing Systems, and Aggregates
Aerobic Treatment Units (ATUs) & Performance-Based Treatment Systems (PBTS)
Septage Disposal, Holding Tanks, Portable Restrooms, and System Abandonment Procedures
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