Pretreatment for FOG - Online Only

Course Description

This course provides an overview of fats, oils, and grease (FOG) management and the important role pretreatment programs play in protecting wastewater collection systems and treatment facilities. Participants will explore the National Pretreatment Program, sewer use ordinances, and industry best management practices (BMPs) designed to reduce FOG-related blockages, sanitary sewer overflows, and treatment process disruptions. The course emphasizes practical strategies utilities can implement to improve system performance and regulatory compliance.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Explain how fats, oils, and grease (FOG) impact wastewater collection systems and treatment plant operations.
• Describe the purpose and key components of the National Pretreatment Program as they relate to FOG management.
• Identify the role of sewer use ordinances in regulating FOG discharges from commercial and industrial users.
• Recognize best management practices (BMPs) that help minimize FOG accumulation and reduce sewer blockages.
• Apply practical pretreatment and FOG management strategies to improve system reliability and support regulatory compliance.

Instructor: Rex Blanton, AIRW