Sewage and Effluent Management is a critical component of public health, environmental protection, and healthcare facility safety. Improper handling and treatment of sewage and liquid waste can lead to environmental contamination, disease transmission, and regulatory non-compliance. This course provides structured training on safe sewage and effluent management practices, treatment processes, and regulatory requirements applicable to healthcare and institutional settings.

The scope of this course includes sewage and effluent management systems in hospitals, clinics, laboratories, and healthcare facilities. It covers wastewater generation sources, segregation, treatment processes, effluent treatment plant (ETP) operations, monitoring parameters, sludge management, documentation, and environmental compliance. Emphasis is placed on hygiene, sustainability, and regulatory adherence.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Understand the principles of sewage and effluent management

• Identify sources and types of wastewater in healthcare facilities

• Apply safe treatment and disposal practices

• Understand the functioning of sewage and effluent treatment systems

• Comply with environmental and healthcare safety regulations

• Minimize health and environmental risks associated with wastewater

Upon successful completion of the course, learners will:

• Demonstrate knowledge of safe sewage and effluent management practices

• Support environmental safety and public health protection

• Apply regulatory and institutional wastewater management guidelines

• Improve hygiene and sustainability in healthcare facilities

• Contribute to compliance with environmental and accreditation standards

This course is suitable for:

• Hospital facility and operations managers

• Healthcare administrators and quality managers

• Biomedical and MedTech professionals

• Environmental health and safety personnel

• Laboratory and support staff

• Engineering and maintenance teams in healthcare facilities

• Anyone involved in wastewater handling and compliance