• Eco-Pure Peat Moss Biofilter System Overview
• Eco-Pure Peat Moss Biofilter System Component Layout Diagram
• Sphagnum Peat Moss-why it works so well
• How Eco-Pure Peat Moss Biofilters eliminate or reduce MOUNDED septic systems
• Eco-Pure Service Program
• Benefits of Annual Service for the Eco-Pure Peat Moss Biofilter
• Eco-Pure Peat Moss Biofilter Fact Sheet
• Eco-Pure Peat Moss Biofilter Scientific Principles
• Eco-Pure Peat Moss Biofilter Module Specifications
• Installation Photos
• Do's & Don’ts for Septic System Care & Usage
• Eco-Pure Peat Moss System vs Conventional System Comparison
• Eco-Pure Owner’s Manual & Manufacturer’s Warranty
• NJDEP-2008 Peat Biofilter Wastewater Treatment Systems Guidance Document
• Introduction Letter to Installers from New Jersey Septic Management Group
• Application # 1 - General Application
  
• Application # 2 - Credit Application
  
• Application # 3 - Individual Application & Background Check
  
• NEHA Application
  
• Apprenticeship Program Outline
  
• NJSMG Marketing Support

Installer Apprenticeship Program Outline

STEP 1 - Preliminary Evaluation

A representative from NJSMG and or Eco-Pure must visit the applicant’s place of business and
additionally, observe an installation in progress by the applicant.

STEP 2 - Applicant Attendance is required at two (2) distinct job sites.

Attend Certification Session #1:   Applicant must be present for a 2-day, on-site seminar during which an installation is in process while accompanied by a Certified Installer as designated by NJSMG.

Attend Certification Session #2:   Applicant must be present for a second, 1-day, on-site (different from that attended in Session #1) seminar during which an installation is in process, while accompanied by a Certified Installer, as designated by NJSMG.

STEP 3 - Certificates, Insurances and Agreements

Installer must provide NJSMG with a copy of Insurance Certificate naming NJSMG as “Additional Insured”.

Installer must have obtained an NEHA Certificate and provided NJSMG with a copy thereof.

Installer must sign agreement with NJSMG on proper operating procedures:

1. Five year workmanship warranty.
2. Contractor is responsible for all settling of soil.
3. Call back policy.
4. Upon 3 month and 12 month inspection, contractor is responsible for any recommended grading and other septic related issues that may be affecting the operation of the system.

All Installers must sign an Installer Business Agreement stating they will install all Eco-Pure systems to the standards and codes of Eco-Pure, New Jersey Septic Management, the NJDEP and all county and local health departments.

When working with Eco-Pure Wastewater Systems, all installers must agree to work only with licensed, professional Certified Eco-Pure Engineers.

All Installers must agree to work with properly authorized and or licensed professionals where applicable. (electricians, plumbers, etc.)

Upon meeting all previous requirements (Steps 1 and 2), applicant will be notified by NJMSG that they have attained “Probationary Status” as a Certified Installer.  NJSMG will also notify the NJDEP & local Health Departments as to the Probationary Status of the applicant.

STEP 4 - Probationary Period

Applicant Self-Conducted Installation # 1 of 3

• NJSMG must be notified prior to installation to schedule a site visit to oversee installation.
• NJSMG rep will be on-site for installation when appropriate and will remain as needed.
• NJSMG will oversee the setting of the peat moss biofilter unit and installation of the peat.

Applicant Self-Conducted Installation # 2 of 3

• Repeat sequence as above # 1 of 3

Applicant Self-Conducted Installation # 3 of 3

• NJSMG must be notified prior to installation to schedule a site visit to oversee the installation.
• NJSMG must be notified prior to the local final inspection to review installation.

Note: NJSMG may waive or make changes to the standards of qualifications for certification as may be appropriate, at their discretion.

Certification

Upon completion of certification classes, NJSMG will notify the NJDEP that the Installer has met all requirements and is in good standings with NJSMG and is a Certified Installer and will be issued an
“Eco-Pure Certified Installer Certificate”

Maintaining Certification

• Once certified, an Installer must maintain their National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) certification through the appropriately recognized annual process and provide NJSMG with a copy of this annual renewal certificate.
• Upon Certification, installer shall have the right, upon prior approval from NJSMG, to promote  Eco-Pure.
• Installer must provide an annually updated insurance policy naming NJSMG as “Additionally Insured”.