Presentations and Photo Gallery
Introduction to Onsite Septic Systems (pdf) - This DHEC-OCRM Workshop presentation gives a national, state, and local (i.e., coastal) perspective on septic systems and explains the basics of operation and maintenance.
Septic Systems in Coastal South Carolina for the Real Estate Professional (pdf) - This DHEC-OCRM Realtor Workshop presentation also covers permitting basics and identifying septic system "red flags" on existing properties.
EPA Guidelines Overview (pdf) - This EPA presentation gives an overview of the voluntary management program, the five management models, and additional resources.
Partnering With the Media (pdf) - Produced by Tetra Tec for an EPA conference, this presentation gives advice on how to work with the media in building support for your onsite wastewater management program.
Clemson's Coast*A*Syst Septics Chapter (pdf) - This presentation could be used in a workshop to accompany the Coast*A*Syst publication for homeowners (see Homeowner Education Resources section of this tool kit) and Clemson Extension Agents may be available to lead such a workshop (check with your local Clemson Extension office).
Photo Gallery - The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly (pdf) - This photo gallery includes images or photos made by DHEC unless otherwise noted. They illustrate projects conducted by OCRM from 1997 to 2005, with the majority coming from the Folly Beach Pilot Inspection Project and the Septic System Inspector Training Workshops. They are the good, the bad, and the ugly!