C-42 – Sanitation System Contractor

A sanitation system contractor fabricates and installs cesspools, septic tanks, storm drains, and other sewage disposal and drain structures. This classification includes the laying of cast-iron, steel, concrete, vitreous and nonvitreous pipe and any other hardware associated with these systems.

The Sanitation System (C-42) Examination is divided into five major sections. These sections are:

1. Site Conditions (10%)

• Sanitation system location
• Sanitation system type
• Soil conditions

2. System Design (13%)

• Sizing of sanitation system
• Plans and specifications
• Sanitation system components

3. Installation (50%)

• Excavation and trenching
• Septic systems
• Sewer systems
• Storm drains
• Pumps and monitoring systems
• Drawings, permits, and inspection

4. Maintenance and Repair (11%)

• Cleaning techniques
• Inspection methods
• Repair, replacement, and rehabilitation procedures

5. Safety (16%)

• Job site safety
• Personnel safety

*Percentages are approximate*