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Commission FlowSpec
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Retain Contractor for excavation of test pits (FlowSpec to be onsite for excavation)
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Review mapping and aerial photography
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Investigate site:
• Surface features (trees, structures, property lines, swimming pools, etc.)
• Water-supply wells
• Ponds, creeks, rivers, etc.
• Surface drainage
• Observe test pit excavation for soil and groundwater conditions -
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Provide FlowSpec Engineering with site information:
• Location of relevant non-visible features
• Landscape preferences for design consideration -
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Analyze soil in laboratory for percolation time assessment
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Calculate design daily wastewater flow (theoretical peak water use) from residence information provided
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Provide FlowSpec Engineering with residence information:
• Building plans (for new residence or addition)
• Number of bedrooms, finished floor area, plumbing fixtures (for existing residence) -
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Discuss system design alternatives and recommendations with client/property owner
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Select and authorize chosen alternative
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Prepare final design brief (including construction-ready drawings)
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Submit design brief and application for permit to local conservation authority (if applicable)
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Submit design brief and application for Building Permit to local approval agency (i.e. municipality or health unit)
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Retain licensed contractor for construction (additional plumbing and electrical as-needed)
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Review construction in-progress for general conformity to design
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Provide General Review Report to client and approval agency
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On receipt of Occupancy Permit, system is ready for use!