Through broad field use in Massachusetts or other states, alternative systems with Certification for General Use will provide a level of environmental protection at least equivalent to that of a conventional on-site system designed in accordance with 310 CMR 15.000 through 15.296. These systems can be used anywhere a conventional Title 5 system can be installed. The system owner is required to have inspection and testing performed as required by the approval on a regular schedule. All alternatives in other categories of approval should eventually be Certified for General Use.

Inspection and Sampling in Single Family Homes

Policy: Remedial and General Use Treatment Systems with design flows less than 2000 gpd
Web page
Inspection & Maintenance Form
Web page

Advantex AX20 and AX100 Treatment System

Approval issued October 19, 2004, revised January 24, 2005, and October 4, 2007
MS Word 66 KB | PDF 41 KB
Schematics
Web page
O&M Checklists
For AX20:
MS Word 596 KB | PDF 319 KB
For AX100:
MS Word 593 KB | PDF 171 KB

Amphidrome Treatment System

Approval issued July 1, 2003, modified March 29, 2007 and October 4, 2007
MS Word 77 KB | PDF 33 KB
Schematic
Web page
O&M Checklist:
MS Word 25 KB | PDF 15 KB

Bioclere Units

Renewal issued June 6, 2005
MS Word 58 KB | PDF 30 KB
Schematics:
Bioclere 16: MS Word 400 KB | PDF 87 KB
Bioclere 24: MS Word 375 KB | PDF 77 KB
Bioclere 30: MS Word 399 KB | PDF 77 KB
Bioclere 36: MS Word 406 KB | PDF 81 KB
General layout: MS Word 374 KB | PDF 132 KB
O&M Checklist:
MS Excel 121 KB | PDF 8 KB

Biodiffuser

Approval issued October 3, 2003 and revised December 17, 2003, revised June 14, 2006, modified July 19, 2007
MS Word 85 KB | PDF 30 KB
Schematic of Bio 2 and Bio 3 Biodiffuser
MS Word 2.5 MB | PDF 47 KB
Schematic of Standard and High Capacity Biodiffuser
MS Word 1.5 MB | PDF 40 KB
Schematic of ARC36
MS Word 88 KB | PDF 36 KB
Schematic of ARC36-HC
MS Word 78 KB | PDF 202 KB

Bio-Microbics MicroFAST, NitriFAST, and High Strength FAST Systems

Approval issued June 16, 2006
MS Word 49 KB | PDF 22 KB
Schematics:
Web page
O&M Checklist:
MS Word 120 KB | PDF 93 KB

Bio-Microbics MicroFAST, NitriFAST, and High Strength FAST Systems (Nitrogen Reducing)

Approval issued September 4, 2007
MS Word 49 KB | PDF 22 KB
Schematics:
Web page
O&M Checklist:
MS Word 120 KB | PDF 93 KB

The Clean Solution Treatment System
Models: 250, 250 PT, 250ST3, 250ST4, 600, 1000, 1750, 2500, 3100 and 10000

Approval issued October 11, 2007
MS Word 49 KB | PDF 31 KB
Schematics
Web page
O&M Checklist
Web page

Cromaglass Wastewater Treatment Systems

Approval issued May 3, 2004
MS Word 66 KB | PDF 23 KB
Schematic (note: prints on legal-size paper):
MS Word 158 KB | PDF 74 KB
O&M Checklist:
MS Word 61 KB | PDF 33 KB

Cultec - Modified Certification

Approval issued December 17, 2003, revised April 18, 2006, revised July 24, 2006, modified July 19, 2007, modified November 2, 2007
MS Word 94 KB | PDF 39 KB
Schematics of Field Drain C-1, C-2, C-3, and C-4:
Web page
Schematics of Contactor EZ-24, 100, and 125:
Web page
Schematics of Recharger 180, 280, and 330:
Web page

Eljen In-Drain System

Approval issued May 22, 2006
MS Word 77 KB | PDF 31 KB
Manual and Schematic
MS Word 223 KB | PDF 1.27 MB

Eljen Xpandable Chamber

Approval issued January 7, 2003, revised July 24, 2006
MS Word 68 KB | PDF 25 KB
Schematics:
MS Word 288 KB | PDF 41 KB
MS Word 595 KB | PDF 46 KB
MS Word 357 KB | PDF 30 KB
MS Word 391 KB | PDF 53 KB

EZ Flow Polystyrene Aggregate System Models EZ1202V, EZ1203T, EZ1203H, EZ1402V, EZ1203 Bed, EZ1203 Mound

Approval issued December 18, 2003, revised September 1, 2005
MS Word 78 KB | PDF 59 KB
Schematic of EZ1402V:
MS Word 98 KB | PDF 107 KB
Schematic of EZ1203T-24:
MS Word 104 KB | PDF 130 KB
Schematic of EZ1203T:
MS Word 95 KB | PDF 113 KB
Schematic of EZ1203 Mound:
MS Word 112 KB | PDF 117 KB
Schematic of EZ1203H:
MS Word 94 KB | PDF 107 KB
Schematic of EZ1203 Bed:
MS Word 93 KB | PDF 101 KB
Schematic of EZ1202V:
MS Word 93 KB | PDF 105 KB

Geoflow Subsurface Drip Wastewater Disposal System

Approval issued December 11, 2006, modified August 21, 2007
MS Word 102 KB | PDF 104 KB
Schematic
MS Word 707 KB | PDF 18 KB
O&M Checklist
MS Word 35 KB | PDF 12 KB

Hancor Enviro Chambers

Approval issued April 26, 2002, modified November 6, 2006, modified July 19, 2007
MS Word 96 KB | PDF 38 KB
Schematics:
Web page

Infiltrator 3050, Equalizer 24 and 36, Standard, and High Capacity Chambers

Approval issued February 21, 2003, revised August 19, 2005, revised December 22, 2005, revised July 24, 2006, revised July 19, 2007
MS Word 96 KB | PDF 68 KB
Schematics:
Web page

JET Aerobic Wastewater Treatment

Approval issued September 22, 2003
MS Word 67 KB | PDF 24 KB
Schematics:
Web page
O&M Checklist:
MS Word 27 KB | PDF 6 KB

Norweco Singulair Model 960 and 960 DN

Approval issued May 10, 2002, Renewal January 3, 2008
MS Word 73 KB | PDF 41 KB
Schematics of Norweco Singulair Model 960 DN:
Web page
O&M Checklist:
MS Word 53 KB | PDF 9 KB

Norwesco, Inc. Polyethylene Septic Tank, Model 41759, 41780, 41819, and 42396

Approval issued February 8, 2008
MS Word 78 KB | PDF 39 KB
Schematics
Web page
Installation Instructions
Web page

PERC-RITE Drip Dispersal System Models ASD-15, ASD-25 & ASD-40

Approval issued March 15, 2007
MS Word 94 KB | PDF 38 KB
Schematics:
Web page
IInstallation Checklist
MS Word 25 KB | PDF 145 KB

Presby Enviro-Septic Leaching System

Approval issued November 21, 2005, revised May 22, 2006, revised June 5, 2006, revised March 20, 2007, revised November 30, 2007
MS Word 74 KB | PDF 34 KB
Quick reference guide
MS Word 1.5 MB | PDF 464 KB

Roth Global Plastics SEPTECH Poly Tanks

Approval issued February 28, 2005, modified April 20, 2007, modified June 15, 2007
MS Word 89 KB | PDF 33 KB
Schematic
Web page
Installation Checklists
Web site

RUCK System

Renewal issued on November 29, 2007
MS Word 78 KB | PDF 36 KB
Schematics:
Web page
O&M Checklist:
MS Word 29 KB | PDF 11 KB

SeptiTech Treatment System

Renewal issued July 27, 2007
MS Word 74 KB | PDF 39 KB
Schematics
Web page
O&M Checklist
MS Word 125 KB | PDF 15 KB

Smith and Loveless Modular FAST System

Approval issued April 4, 2006
MS Word 60 KB | PDF 32 KB
Schematic:
Web page
O&M Checklist:
MS Word 504 KB | PDF 293 KB

Sun-Mar Composting Toilets

Approval issued January 9, 2006
MS Word 70 KB | PDF 124 KB
Schematics of Excel system:
MS Word 170 KB | PDF 308 KB
Schematics of Centrex systems:
Web page

Waterloo Biolfilter

Renewal issued March 26, 2007
MS Word 85 KB | PDF 23 KB
Schematics:
Web page

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Piloting is intended to provide field-testing and a technical demonstration to determine if a particular alternative technology can or cannot function effectively. Technology is only approved when the Department has determined, based on relevant technical data, that the proposed alternative is likely to be capable of a level of environmental protection at least equivalent to that of a system designed in accordance with 310 CMR 15.100 through 15.293. These systems are generally approved for nitrogen reduction but can be approved to evaluate reduction of other parameters. Up to 15 systems can be installed and tested for a minimum of 18 months. The system owner is required to have inspection and testing performed as required by the approval on a regular schedule throughout the Piloting period.

BioBarrier MBR Wastewater Treatment System

Approval issued April 27, 2007
MS Word 97 KB | PDF 44 KB
Schematics:
Web page
O&M Checklist:
MS Word 36 KB | PDF 121 KB

Cromaglass Wastewater Treatment Systems

Renewal issued March 16, 2006
MS Word 70 KB | PDF 26 KB
Schematics:
Web page
O&M Checklist
MS Word 62 KB | PDF 166 KB

NITREX-PLUS

Renewal issued February 26, 2007
MS Word 115 KB | PDF 40 KB
Schematic
Web page
O&M Checklist
MS Word 48 KB | PDF 23 KB

OAR Treatment System

Approval issued January 7, 2003
MS Word 85 KB | PDF 37 KB
Schematics
Web page
Checklist:
MS Word 25 KB | PDF 8 KB

OMNI Recirculating Sand Filter System

Approval issued April 4, 2005
MS Word 93 KB | PDF 100 KB
Schematics:
Web page
O&M Checklist:
MS Word 345 KB | PDF 29 KB

RID Phosphorus Removal System

Approval issued October 27, 2003
MS Word 78 KB | PDF 32 KB
Schematic:
Web page
O&M Checklist:
MS Word 10 KB | PDF 7 KB

RUCK CFT

Approval issued March 20, 2002
MS Word 76 KB | PDF 73 KB
O&M Checklist
MS Word 30 KB | PDF 25 KB

Waterloo Biofilter

Renewal of approval issued May 10, 2002
MS Word 94 KB | PDF 81 KB
Schematics:
Web page

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This category is intended to evaluate, under actual field conditions, alternative systems that appear technically capable of providing levels of protection at least equivalent to those of a standard on-site disposal system. These systems are generally approved for nitrogen reduction but can be approved to evaluate reduction of other parameters. The system owner is required to have inspection and testing performed as required by the approval on a regular schedule throughout the Provisional Use period. Up to 50 systems can be installed per technology. These systems can be installed for new construction or on remedial sites to replace a failed system.

Provisional Use Approval Certification Forms

January 2004
MS Word 126 KB | PDF 15 KB

Advantex AX20 and AX100 Treatment System (nitrogen reduction)

Approval issued August 19, 2005, modified October 5, 2007
MS Word 115 KB | PDF 53 KB
Schematics
Web page
O&M Checklists
For AX20:
MS Word 596 KB | PDF 319 KB
For AX100:
MS Word 593 KB | PDF 171 KB

Amphidrome

Approval issued January 27, 2004, modified March 29, 2007
MS Word 108 KB | PDF 43 KB
Schematic (Single Family Unit)
Web page
O&M Checklist
MS Word 25 KB | PDF 15 KB

Bioclere (Aquapoint) 2000 gpd to less than 10,000 gpd

Approval issued June 6, 2005, revised October 31, 2006
MS Word 95 KB | PDF 44 KB
Schematics
Bioclere 24: MS Word 375 KB | PDF 77 KB
Bioclere 30: MS Word 399 KB | PDF 77 KB
Bioclere 36: MS Word 406 KB | PDF 81 KB
General layout: MS Word 374 KB | PDF 132 KB
O&M Checklist
MS Excel 121 KB | PDF 8 KB

Bioclere (Aquapoint) less than 2000 gpd *

Approval issued June 10, 2005
MS Word 107 KB | PDF 44 KB
Schematics
Web page
General layout: MS Word 380 KB | PDF 143 KB
O&M Checklist
MS Excel 121 KB | PDF 8 KB

FAST (Bio-Microbics) less than 2000 gpd *

Approval issued January 27, 2004
MS Word 109 KB | PDF 85 KB
Schematics
Biomicrobics units 0.5 to 1.5
Web page
O&M Checklists
MS Word 120 KB | PDF 93 KB
MS Word 242 KB | PDF 93 KB

FAST (Bio-Microbics) 2000 gpd to less than 10,000 gpd

Approval issued December 6, 2005
MS Word 108 KB | PDF 84 KB
Schematics
Web page
Bio-Microbic units: MS Word 790 KB | PDF 773 KB
O&M Checklist
MS Word 242 KB | PDF 93 KB

Modular FAST 2000 gpd to less than 10,000 gpd *

Approval issued January 27, 2004, modified January 27, 2004 and December 6, 2005
MS Word 114 KB | PDF 74 KB
Modular FAST Unit Schematic
Web page
Modular FAST Checklists:
MS Word 750 KB | PDF 72 KB
MS Word 710 KB | PDF 76 KB

NITREX

Approval issued December 27, 2006
MS Word 71 KB | PDF 79 KB
Schematics
Web page
O&M Checklist
MS Word 48 KB | PDF 23 KB

SeptiTech, Models 400N, 550N, 750N, 1200N, 1500N and 3000N Systems (denitrification)

Approval issued November 23, 2006
MS Word 101 KB | PDF 49 KB
Schematics:
Web page
O&M Checklist
MS Word 138 KB | PDF 25 KB

Singulair 960 NR, Models 500, 750, 1000, 1250 and 1500 treatment system

Approval issued August 28, 2006
MS Word 94 KB | PDF 45 KB
Schematic
Web page
O&M Checklist
MS Word 32 KB | PDF 23 KB

Waterloo Biofilter

Approval issued January 27, 2004, modified March 30, 2007
MS Word 108 KB | PDF 48 KB
Schematics
Web page
O&M Checklist
MS Word 21 KB | PDF 7 KB

* NOTE: Bioclere and Bio-Microbics units with capacity less than 2000 gpd have reached their approval limits. No new Provisional Use systems can be approved for these models or technologies for design flows less than 2000 gpd.

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Remedial Use-approved alternative technologies are used to improve existing conditions at a particular facility or facilities served by a failed, failing or nonconforming system. The alternative system shall have evidence of effective past performance for at least one year of general usage in another state and will provide a level of environmental protection at least of a system designed in accordance with 310 CMR 15.100 through 15.293. The alternative can be used where there is no increase in design flow at the facility. The system owner is required to have inspection and testing performed as required by the approval on a regular schedule. These systems can only be installed on remedial sites to replace a failed system.

Inspection and Sampling in Single Family Homes

Policy: Remedial and General Use Treatment Systems with design flows less than 2000 gpd
Web page
Inspection & Maintenance Form
Web page

AdvanTex Treatment Systems AX-15, AX-20, and AX-100

Approval issued March 28, 2008
MS Word 127 KB | PDF 69 KB
Schematics
Web page
O&M checklist
MS Word 86 KB | PDF 75 K

Amphidrome

Renewal issued September 19, 2005, modified March 27, 2007, and January 23, 2008
MS Word 126 KB | PDF 38KB
Schematic (Single Family Unit)
Web page
O&M Checklist
MS Word 28 KB | PDF 17 KB

Aquaworx Remediator Alternative Treatment System

Approval issued August 2, 2007, modified August 21, 2007, modified April 4, 2008
MS Word 161 KB | PDF 106 KB
Schematics:
Web page

Bioclere Aquapoint

Approval issued June 4, 2004, modified January 18, 2008
MS Word 125 KB | PDF 64 KB
Schematics
Web page
O&M checklist
MS Excel 121 KB | PDF 8 KB

Bio-Microbics MicroFAST, NitriFAST, and High Strength FAST

Approval issued August 13, 2001, revised June 16, 2006, modified January 23, 2008
MS Word 89 KB | PDF 30 KB
Schematics
Web page
MS Word 77 KB | PDF 93 KB
MS Word 77 KB | PDF 38 KB
O&M checklist
PDF 93 KB

The Clean Solution Treatment System
Models: 250, 250 PT, 250ST3, 250ST4, 600, 1000, 1750, 2500, 3100 and 10000

Approval issued June 20, 2006
MS Word 93 KB | PDF 43 KB
Schematics
Web page
O&M Checklist
MS Word 100 KB | PDF 16 KB

Cromaglass Wastewater Treatment Systems

Renewal issued January 9, 2006, modified January 23, 2008
MS Word 82 KB | PDF 29 KB
Schematics
Web page
O&M Checklist
MS Word 61 KB | PDF 33 KB

Eljen In-Drain System

Approval issued May 22, 2006, modified July 11, 2007, modified February 15, 2008
MS Word 83 KB | PDF 36 KB
Manual and Schematic
MS Word 223 KB | PDF 1.27 MB

Geoflow Subsurface Drip Wastewater Disposal System

Approval issued September 26,2003, Revised August 18, 2004, Modified December 14, 2006, Modified August 21, 2007, February 22, 2008
MS Word 95 KB | PDF 122 KB
Schematic
MS Word 707 KB | PDF 18 KB
O&M Checklist
MS Word 35 KB | PDF 12 KB

JET Bat Media Plants Models j-500, 750, 1000, 1250, 1500

Approval issued October 6, 2006, modified January 23, 2008
MS Word 86 KB | PDF 41 KB
Schematics:
Web page
O&M Checklist
MS Word 60 KB | PDF 30 KB

Norweco Singulair Systems 960N, 960/750, 960/1000, 960/1250, and 960/1500

Approval issued November 12, 2004, renewed June 8, 2007, modified January 24, 2008
MS Word 162 KB | PDF 65 KB
Schematics
Web page | PDF 161 KB
O&M checklist
MS Word 329 KB | PDF 248 KB

Orenco Low-Rate Intermittent Sand Filter

Renewal of approval issued January 14, 2005, modified March 11, 2008
MS Word 113 KB | PDF 65 KB
Schematic
MS Word 144 KB | PDF 125 KB
O&M checklist
MS Word 21 KB | PDF 55 KB

PERC-RITE Drip Dispersal System

Approval issued January 27, 2006, modified September 11, 2007, modified February 26, 2008
MS Word 84 KB | PDF 77 KB
Designers Guide:
MS Word 1 MB | PDF 361 KB
Schematics:
Web page
O&M Checklist
MS Word 69 KB | PDF 17 KB

Pirana Alternative Treatment System

Approval issued May 26, 2004, last modified March 27, 2008
MS Word 147 KB | PDF 111 KB
Schematic
MS Word 665 KB | PDF 22 KB
O&M Checklist
MS Excel 19 KB | PDF 9 KB

Presby Enviro-Septic Leaching System

Approval issued November 21, 2005, revised May 22, 2006, revised June 5, 2006, revised March 20, 2007, modified July 11, 2007, modified February 15, 2008
MS Word 76 KB | PDF 37 KB
Quick reference guide
Web page

Puraflo Peat Fiber Biofilter

Approval issued June 19, 2002, Renewal issued November 30, 2007, modified January 18, 2008 
MS Word 161 KB | PDF 37 KB
O&M checklist
MS Excel 162 KB | PDF 14 KB
Schematics
Web page

Recirculating Sand Filters

Approval issued November 2, 1998, modified March 10, 2008
MS Word 162 KB | PDF 32 KB
O&M checklist
MS Word 106 KB | PDF 12 KB

SeptiTech 300, 400, 550, 750, 1200, 3000

Renewal issued August 3, 2005, modified February 6, 2008
MS Word 164 KB | PDF 31 KB
Schematics
Web page
O&M checklist
MS Word 125 KB | PDF 15 KB

Smith & Loveless Modular FAST

Approval issued June 4, 2004, modified January 24, 2008
MS Word 161 KB | PDF 30 KB
Schematic
Web page
O&M checklist
MS Word 160 KB | PDF 19 KB

Waterloo Biofilter

Approval issued June 3, 2004, modified March 30, 2007, modified March 6, 2008
MS Word 145 KB | PDF 38 KB
Schematics
Web page
O&M checklist
MS Word 21 KB | PDF 7 KB

White Knight Inoculator/Generator Alternative Treatment System

Approval issued October 19, 2004, modified August 16, 2007, modified March 6, 2008, modified April 4, 2008
MS Word 124 KB | PDF 37 KB
Schematic
Web page
O&M Checklist
MS Word 345 KB | PDF 78 KB

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Effluent tee filters are approved for installation at the outlet of the septic tank in lieu of an outlet tee. When installed on a septic tank, an appropriate outlet cover must be installed and maintained at grade and the filter must be inspected and cleaned at least on an annual basis. More information about effluent filters can be found at the Barnstable County Health Department's web site.

Flowlink Filter Baffles

Approval issued October 15, 1996
MS Word 48 KB | PDF 7 KB

GAG SIM/TECH Disposal Septic Tank Effluent Tee Filter

Approval issued December 5, 2003
MS Word 41 KB | PDF 18 KB

Norweco Bio-Kinetic Wastewater Management System Model BK 2000

Approval issued August 24, 2000
MS Word 41 KB | PDF 19 KB

OSI Effluent Filter

Approval issued April 1, 2002
MS Word 34 KB | PDF 18 KB

Polylok Model PL-68 Effluent Tee Filter

Approval issued May 24, 2004
MS Word 43 KB | PDF 18 KB

Polylok Model PL-122 Effluent Tee Filter

Approval issued December 23, 1998
MS Word 88 KB | PDF 17 KB

Polylok Model PL-525 and PL-625 Effluent Filters

Approval issued October 3, 2005
MS Word 61 KB | PDF 67 KB

Rissy Plastics, LLC Clik n' Stik Model 45

Approval issued November 19, 2004
MS Word 37 KB | PDF 22 KB

Sim/Tech Filter

Approval issued June 2, 1998
MS Word 23 KB | PDF 7 KB

Tuf-Tite Effluent Filter, Model EF-4

Approval issued January 15, 2003
MS Word 49 KB | PDF 16 KB

Zabel Filtered Pump Vaults

Approval issued August 12, 1998
MS Word 47 KB | PDF 15 KB

Zabel Wastewater Effluent Filter

Approval issued August 11, 1997
MS Word 32 KB | PDF 6 KB

Zoeller Effluent Tee Filter

Approval issued June 29, 1998
MS Word 90 KB | PDF 15 KB

Zoeller Effluent Tee Filter P/N 170-0078

Approval issued August 28, 2000
MS Word 40 KB | PDF 19 KB

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Amphidrome Process

The Piloting Approval for Amphidrome Process expired on May 30, 2006. The company has not submitted a renewal application for this technology.

Biocycle 525

The Remedial Use Approval for Biocycle, Inc. Biocycle 525 expired on December 30, 2004. The company has not submitted a renewal application for this technology.

Biolet XL

The General Use Approval for Biolet XL expired on January 16, 2007. The company has not submitted a renewal application for this technology.

Ecoflo Biofilter

The Remedial Use Approval for Ecoflo Biofilter expired on November 8, 2005. The company has not submitted a renewal application for this technology.

JET Home Aerobic Wastewater Systems

The Remedial Use Approval for the JET Home Aerobic Unit expired on April 30, 2006. The company has not submitted a renewal application for this technology.

Jet J-335 Tertiary Sand Filter

The Remedial Use Approval for the JET J-335 Tertiary Sand Filter expired on November 2, 2006. The company has not submitted a renewal application for this technology.

MicroSeptec EnviroServer

The Piloting Approval for MicroSeptec Enviroserver expired on Ocober 18, 2005. The company has not submitted a renewal application for this technology.

Orenco High-Rate Intermittent Sand Filter

The Remedial Use Approval for the Saneco Orenco High-Rate Intermittent Sand Filter expired on November 2, 2003. The company has not submitted a renewal application for this technology.

ZenoGem/Cycle-Let

The Provisional Use Approval for the Zenon ZenoGem/Cycle-Let expired on August 6, 2003. The company has not submitted a renewal application for this technology.

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