Welcome back to TPO magazine's Exam Study Guide Series, which offers a pair of water/wastewater study questions with in-depth explanations of the answers. Last time, we covered a set of wastewater and drinking water treatment questions on the topics of Settled Sludge; and Ladder Safety. This time, you can test your knowledge about trickling filter components, and corrosion control.
Wastewater Treatment Sample Question
What device or part of a trickling filter is responsible for both collecting treated wastewater from the filter media and allowing airflow to the media?
A. Distributor baseB. Outlet boxC. Support grillD. Underdrain system
Answer: The answer to the question is D. The underdrain system of a trickling filter has
Exam Study Guide: Trickling Filter Components; and Corrosion Control
Maintaining your education is important, especially in a career that demands licensing exams. Prove you’re an expert operator by answering these questions and others from our Exam Study Guide Series.
Jul 23, 2019
| by Rick Lallish and Drew Hoelscher |












