APRIL 2015
Welcome to the Onsite Wastewater Registration Program at ASTTBC
Enclosed is your ‘Application for Registration’ for Registered Onsite Wastewater
Practitioner.
At the time you submit your Application, you must also order your personal stamp. This seal
or stamp remains the property of ASTTBC and must be returned promptly at the request of the
Registrar of ASTTBC. We will hold your Application for Stamp on file until Application for
Registration is reviewed. If registration is approved we will have your personal stamp
produced and mailed directly to you.
A non-refundable Application fee and your stamp fee must accompany this application.
Please make your cheque or money order payable to ASTTBC for $367.50 (application fee of
$250.00 and stamp fee of $100.00 plus GST). We also accept Visa, Mastercard or American
Express.
The annual renewal fee for registration as a “Registered Onsite Wastewater Practitioner” is
$415.00 (plus GST). The billing period for annual renewal fees is from June 1st through May
31st.
For current certified and registered members Registered (AScT & CTech) annual renewal fees
will be $220.00 (plus GST).
Before completing your Application for Registration, please read
carefully the instructions on the Application Form, the
information sheets and note any waived requirements.
Please include ALL required information in your application
to avoid any delay in processing.
If you have any questions please feel free to call the Coordinator, Technical Specialist
Registrations at 604-585-2788, ext. 249 or by e-mail at [email protected].
Registered Onsite Wastewater Practitioner Application Form
Instructions
Complete this application form, attach the required documentation, and forward the completed form and non-refundable applicable fee, as noted on the cover letter, to ASTTBC at the address provided on the back of this form.
This information is confidential except as required by law. It will be used for internal administrative purposes and
assessment of qualifications. Applicants are expected to meet the language requirements in British Columbia.
General Information
Please print or type in blue or black ink
Name Mr. Mrs.
Ms. Miss.
(Legal Family Name - required)
(Legal Given Name - required)
(Preferred Name - optional)
Contact Information
Address
Postal Code
Home # (
)
Work # (
)
Fax #
)
Cell #
)
(
Email
Birthplace
Birthdate
(yy/mm/dd)
Office use only
Date received:
Receipt No.
(
Citizenship (copies of Canadian identification enclosed)
Canadian
Permanent Resident
If permanent resident please include a copy of Landed Immigrant Status documentation ‘Record of
Landing’;
Canadian Passport and Canadian Birth Certificate; or Provincial Driver‘s License and Citizenship Card; or
Passport; or
Other government photo identification and Birth Certificate.
Categories of Registration
Check the categories and levels in which you are seeking Registration. The Board will make the final decision regarding registration and, if eligible, the categories in which registration is granted.
Planner
Installer
Type 1 and Type 2
Type 3
Private Inspector
Maintenance Provider
Type 1 and Type 2
Type 3
Type 1 and Type 2
Type 3
Onsite Wastewater Trainee
Type 1, 2 and 3 Residential
Type 1, 2 and 3 Commercial
Trainee
Education
Note: Clearly document all courses taken, credits received and diplomas/certificates granted. A copy of your diploma,
certificate, degree or transcript of marks must be submitted as confirmation. A detailed syllabus (course outline) should
be submitted for all courses unless you have graduated from Westcoast Onsite Wastewater Training Centre (WOWTC)
recognized courses. Certified English translations must be submitted with foreign documents. Use a separate sheet if
there is insufficient space. Educational and training assessment of your qualifications may require confidential disclosure to third parties.
Full Time Education
Name/location of High School/Institute/College/University
Years in Attendance
From
To
Diploma / Certificate / Degree
Education Relevant to Onsite Wastewater
Course Title
Dates
Length
Supervised Exam
Yes/No
Continuing Professional Development and Other Education
Course Title / Subject
Type
i.e. night school
School
Dates
From/To
Supervised
Exam
Yes/No
Experience Relevant to Onsite Wastewater
Describe in detail below, your present position indicating degree of technical competence and extent, if any, to which
you are supervised. Please attach a copy of your company job description if available. Do not submit a resume only.
List chronologically, on a separate sheet, each position previously held including name and address of employer(s),
position(s) held with appropriate dates (yr/mo), detailed description of job(s) and immediate supervisor, the firm’s address and phone number. Continue on a separate page as needed.
Present Employer
Date Started
Full Address
Telephone # (
Postal Code
)
Fax #
Position
(
)
Date Appointed
Duties:
Supervisor’s signature: From personal knowledge I do state that the above position description is a reasonable description of the applicant’s duties and responsibilities. If self-employed, applicant should sign below.
Name
Position
Please Print
Signature
Date
(include professional designation if applicable)
References
Refer to the included ROWP Category Information Sheets for category specific reference requirements. Give names
and addresses of the required references, who have a good knowledge of your capabilities and work experience.
These individuals will be required to complete a reference questionnaire. Where practical, references should include
your current supervisor as well as registered practitioners outside your current place of employment. Continue on a
separate page as needed.
Name (include professional designation)
Address (full mailing)
1.
2.
3.
Professional / Technical Associations
Existing ASTTBC Member Classification
Member #
Other Membership
Affirmation
I hereby certify that the information supplied by me on this form, including attached documents, is true and correct
to the best of my knowledge. In making application for certification, I also agree to abide by the Sewerage System
Regulation and the Standard Practice Manual, along with the ASTTBC Act, Regulations (By-Laws), Code of Ethics,
Practice Standards and disciplinary policies as established from time to time by the Council of ASTTBC.
I understand that the ASTTBC Onsite Wastewater Registration Board will make a final determination as to category(ies)
of registration granted and that all requested information must be provided to ASTTBC to avoid delays. I also understand that I will be subject to an Initial System Review once registered. Note: French language documentation must be
accompanied by a certified English translation.
Date
Signature of Applicant
Refer to cover letter for current application fees.
Payment:
VISA
MasterCard
VISA/MasterCard #
American Express
Cheque (payable to ASTTBC)
Expiry Date
10767 – 148th Street, Surrey, B.C. Canada V3R 0S4
Telephone: (604) 585-2788 • Facsimile: (604) 585-2790
E-mail: [email protected] • Web Site: owrp.asttbc.org
Registered Onsite Wastewater Practitioner
Category Information Sheet – Planner
Complete and return this form to ASTTBC with your application
I Want To Plan Onsite Systems...
What does a ROWP Planner do?
A Planner is responsible for assessing the site and soils, determining the needs of the property
owner/user and comparing this information with the requirements of the BC Sewerage System
Regulation (SSR) and the BC Standard Practice Manual (SPM). This allows the Planner to
determine the type of system that is needed, whether it is within their training and registration to
plan for, and to calculate the size and features of the system. Planners are responsible for creating
the Filing documentation per the requirements of the SSR and SPM and registering it with the
local Health Authority. Planners, like all ROWPs, must also follow all ASTTBC policies.
What do I have to do to become a ROWP Planner?
1. Record any training: Record the names of any courses you have successfully completed and
attach all transcripts and detailed course outlines.
2. Complete the ASTTBC application package:
Make sure to read and fill out the application form carefully. Use the checklist below.
Application Form
Courses Completed
Privacy Statement
Reference Contact Information
Stamp Application Form
Contact a ROWP Form
3. Complete the required experience:
Currently, the experience required to become a ROWP Planner is as follows:
5 Complete project files that demonstrate the range of system types the applicant has
experience with. (Actual Sites)
**If you do not have enough experience, you may be registered as an Onsite Wastewater
Trainee (see the Trainee Category Information Sheet) and work toward becoming a full ROWP
Planner.
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4. Items to be reviewed - each project file submitted should contain the following:
Complete the checklist below.
1. Record of Sewerage System Form
2. Design Rationale
3. Client Contact Information
4. Client Expected Usage
5. Land Title
6. Copy of Easement / Covenant / Right-of-Way / Health Order if applicable
7. Site Survey Information
8. Building Plan (if system is for new building)
9. Site Assessment Documentation (including location of utilities)
10. Soils Log
11. Permeability Testing Log
12. Design Calculations
13. Site Plan / System Drawings
14. Cutaway Drawings
15. System Specifications
16. Component Specifications
17. System Commissioning Notes
18. Letter of Certification by Planner
19. As-Built Drawing
20. Operation & Maintenance Plan
21. Photographic & Related Documentation
5. Please provide a list of all of the tools and equipment you have and use during the
planning of an onsite system: Such as measuring devices, drawing software, inclinometer, etc.
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Registered Onsite Wastewater Practitioner
Category Information Sheet – Installer
Complete and return this form to ASTTBC with your application
I Want To Install Onsite Systems...
What does a ROWP Installer do?
An Installer constructs an onsite wastewater treatment system following the plan created by the
ROWP Planner or Professional, and to the standards and requirements of the BC Standard
Practice Manual (SPM). Installers, like all ROWPs, must also follow all ASTTBC policies.
What do I have to do to become a ROWP Installer?
1. Record any training: Record the names of any courses you have successfully completed and
attach all transcripts and detailed course outlines.
2. Complete the ASTTBC application package:
Make sure to read and fill out the application form carefully. Use the checklist below.
Application Form
Courses Completed
Privacy Statement
Reference Contact Information
Stamp Application Form
Contact a ROWP Form
3. Complete the required experience:
Currently, the experience required to become a ROWP Installer is as follows:
5 Complete project files that demonstrate the range of system types the applicant has
experience with. (Actual Sites)
**If you do not have enough experience, you may be registered as an Onsite Wastewater
Trainee (see the Trainee Category Information Sheet) and work toward becoming a full ROWP
Installer.
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4. Items to be reviewed - each project file submitted should contain the following:
Complete the checklist below.
1. Copy of Construction Drawing from Planner
2. Copy of Component Detail / Cutaway Drawings
3. Client Contact Information
4. Planner Contact Information
5. Photographic and Related Documentation
6. Verification Sand Meets SPM Quality Standards (if applicable)
7. Installer Letter of Certification
5. Please provide a list of all of the tools and equipment you have and use during the
installation of an onsite system: Such as laser or builders level, measuring devices, utility
locating devices, etc.
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Registered Onsite Wastewater Practitioner
Category Information Sheet – Maintenance Provider
Complete and return this form to ASTTBC with your application
I Want To Maintain Onsite Systems...
What does a ROWP Maintenance Provider do?
A Maintenance Provider is responsible for following the Operation & Maintenance Plan created
by the system Planner, following the minimum maintenance requirements set out in the BC
Sewerage System Regulation (SSR) and the BC Standard Practice Manual (SPM), determining
the needs of the property owner/user and working with the Planner to customize the O&M Plan
where needed, and creating a simple maintenance plan for any system which was installed under
a regulation in place before the SSR. Maintenance Providers are responsible for monitoring and
maintaining the entire onsite system as well as reporting on the work to the client in a manner that
is suited to a lay-person. Maintenance Providers, like all ROWPs, must also follow all ASTTBC
policies.
What do I have to do to become a ROWP Maintenance Provider?
1. Record any training: Record the names of any courses you have successfully completed and
attach all transcripts and detailed course outlines.
2. Complete the ASTTBC application package:
Make sure to read and fill out the application form carefully. Use the checklist below.
Application Form
Courses Completed
Privacy Statement
Reference Contact Information
Stamp Application Form
Contact a ROWP Form
3. Complete the required experience:
Currently, the experience required to become a ROWP Maintenance Provider is as follows:
5 Complete project files that demonstrate the range of system types the applicant has
experience with. (Actual Sites)
**If you do not have enough experience, you may be registered as an Onsite Wastewater
Trainee (see the Trainee Category Information Sheet) and work toward becoming a full ROWP
Maintenance Provider.
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4. Items to be reviewed - each project file submitted should contain the following:
Complete the checklist below.
1. Client Contact Information
2. Client Expected Usage / Needs Form
3. Copy of System Details/Plan/Filing/Permit
4. Copy of Easement / Covenant / Right-of-Way / Health Order if applicable
5. Copy of Any Correspondence with System Planner
6. Copy of Operation & Maintenance Plan
7. If System Installed before SSR, O&M Plan Created by MP
8. Copy of Effluent Sample Results (if applicable)
9. Documentation of Maintenance – Photographic & Field Notes
10. Report Contains: the date of the work, file or reference number, name of the client, address of
the site
11. Report Contains: Evaluation of the Filing document, O&M Plan or original permit, in
relation to the actual system found and the current usage
12. Report Contains: General description of the system type and components
13. Report Contains: Summary of what was or was not located and tested with explanation if it
was not
14. Report Contains: Thorough evaluation of the system’s current performance in lay-man’s terms
using standard performance terminology
15. Report Contains: Listing of required repairs and recommended improvements with
explanation of what it means for the system and the urgency or importance
16. Correct Use of Stamp with Signature and Date
5. Please provide a list of all of the tools and equipment you have and use during the
maintenance of an onsite system: Such as sampling tools, testing devices, flow meters, etc.
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Registered Onsite Wastewater Practitioner
Category Information Sheet – Private Inspector
Complete and return this form to ASTTBC with your application
I Want To Inspect Onsite Systems...
What does a ROWP Private Inspector do?
A Private Inspector inspects existing onsite wastewater treatment systems for performance and
compliance, and must follow the ASTTBC Standard Practice Guidelines for Private Inspectors
and the BC Standard Practice Manual (SPM). Private Inspectors, like all ROWPs, must also
follow all ASTTBC policies.
What do I have to do to become a ROWP Private Inspector?
1. Record any training: Record the names of any courses you have successfully completed and
attach all transcripts and detailed course outlines.
2. Complete the ASTTBC application package:
Make sure to read and fill out the application form carefully. Use the checklist below.
Application Form
Courses Completed
Privacy Statement
Reference Contact Information
Stamp Application Form
Contact a ROWP Form
3. Complete the required experience:
Currently, the experience required to become a ROWP Private Inspector is as follows:
5 Complete project files that demonstrate the range of system types the applicant has
experience with. (Actual Sites)
**If you do not have enough experience, you may be registered as an Onsite Wastewater
Trainee (see the Trainee Category Information Sheet) and work toward becoming a full ROWP
Private Inspector.
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4. Items to be reviewed - each project file submitted should contain the following:
Complete the checklist below.
1. Client Contact Information
2. Client Expected Usage / Needs Form
3. Copy of System Details/Plan/Filing/Permit
4. Copy of Easement / Covenant / Right-of-Way / Health Order if applicable
5. Copy of Operation & Maintenance Plan
6. Copy of Effluent Sample Results (if applicable)
7. Documentation of Inspection – Photographic & Field Notes
8. Report Contains: the date of the inspection, file or reference number, name of the client, address
of the site, description of inspection type
9. Report Contains: Evaluation of the Filing document, O&M Plan or original permit, in
relation to the actual system found and the current usage
10. Report Contains: General description of the system type and components
11. Report Contains: Summary of what was or was not located and tested with explanation if it
was not
12. Report Contains: Thorough evaluation of the system’s current performance in lay-man’s terms
using standard performance terminology
13. Report Contains: Listing of required repairs and recommended improvements with
explanation of what it means for the system and the urgency or importance
14. Report Contains: Basic drawing or photographs for client showing component locations if
performance inspection
15. Report Contains: Detailed drawing for client showing component locations with confirmed
setback distances and all applicable details if compliance inspection
16. Report Contains: Explanation of maintenance requirements w. O&M Plan (if one does not
already exist)
17. Report Contains: System use & care information
18. Report Contains: Letter of Assurance (if applicable)
19. Correct Use of Stamp with Signature and Date
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5. Please provide a list of all of the tools and equipment you have and use during the
inspection of an onsite system: Such as pipe and tank cameras, pipe locator, testing devices, etc.
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Registered Onsite Wastewater Practitioner
Category Information Sheet – Trainee
Complete and return this form to ASTTBC with your application
I Want To Become a Trainee Now and a ROWP Later...
What can a Onsite Wastewater Trainee (OWT) do?
A Trainee may plan, install, maintain or inspect onsite wastewater treatment systems under the
supervision of an Authorized Person. The Authorized Person (called a mentor) is fully
responsible for the quality of the OWTs work. The Trainee must have completed the training
required for the category in which they are working, i.e. a Trainee carrying out maintenance must
have completed the maintenance courses.
Does a Trainee get a stamp like a ROWP?
No. A stamp is only issued to ROWPs.
Is a Trainee an Authorized Person (AP)?
No. A Trainee is not a ROWP or a Professional, and therefore, is not an Authorized Person under
the Sewerage System Regulation.
How long does it take for a Trainee to become a ROWP?
A Trainee can apply to become a full ROWP as soon as the minimum experience requirements
are met for the category they wish to apply for. This means that it may take weeks, months or
years, depending on how much work the Trainee does.
What do I have to do to become a Trainee?
1. Record any training:
Record any training you have completed for the category(ies) of ROWP registration that you wish
to work towards.
2. Complete the ASTTBC application package:
Make sure to read and fill out the application form carefully. Use the checklist below.
Application Form
Courses Completed
Privacy Statement
Contact a ROWP Form
How do I get experience?
As Trainees cannot work without supervision, you must arrange for a Professional or a ROWP
registered in the category you are working towards, to mentor you and supervise your work. The
Professional or ROWP will likely charge a fee for their mentoring services. Trainees are
provided with a Career Log, which sets out required competencies and is used to confirm
experience.
OWRP Trainee Information Sheet – Fall 2012
ASTTBC Onsite Wastewater Registration Program
Application Information Sheet
What happens to my application?
Who looks at my application?
When ASTTBC receives an application, office staff will prepare it to be reviewed by multiple file
reviewers and by the Onsite Wastewater Registration Board (OWRB). The file reviewers will
compare the application against the registration requirements set out in ASTTBC policy and
provide their recommendations to the OWRB. If the file reviewers identify that the application is
incomplete in some way, they will direct ASTTBC staff to contact the applicant and request
further information. This is why it is important to ensure your application is complete to avoid
any delay in processing. ASTTBC takes it’s privacy responsibilities seriously and your
information will be kept secure. All file reviewers and members of the OWRB who may see your
application are bound by a confidentiality agreement.
What is the Onsite Wastewater Registration Board?
The OWRB is a body of individuals with specialist knowledge or skills that are responsible for
reviewing applications, and providing input to ASTTBC policy. The membership of the OWRB,
except for the Chair, is kept confidential to protect the OWRB from attempts of influence or
intimidation. If an applicant is in any way connected to a Board member, the member will excuse
themselves from the review and decision process. This ensures that each application is examined
in a fair and objective manner.
The current Chair of the Board is Brent Schofield CTech, ROWP.
Past Chairs include Jim Anderson, ROWP, Karen Halliday, ROWP and Frank Hay, ROWP.
The OWRB meets every two months to review applications and make decisions about
registration. At this time, the members of the Board will review the recommendations of the file
reviewers as well as the application itself. They then discuss the recommendations and ask any
questions they may have of the Manager, OWRP. The OWRB members then make a decision
regarding the type of registration that will be granted.
What does the Manager of the Onsite Wastewater Registration Program do?
The Manager has many industry related duties, but in relation to registration applications, the
Manager, OWRP presents the application file to the Board, acts as an advocate for the applicant
during the OWRB meeting, and is responsible for assisting the OWRB with questions regarding
ASTTBC policy. The Manager’s role as advocate means that the Manager may correspond
directly with the applicant prior to the OWRB meeting and will provide background and support
to the application during the meeting. It should be noted that the Manager cannot participate in
the vote on an application at the OWRB meeting.
How long does it take to get registered?
As the OWRB meets every two months, the completeness of the application will determine the
speed with which it can be processed and made ready to be reviewed in time for the upcoming
meeting. The importance of completing the application carefully and responding quickly to any
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further requests cannot be emphasized enough. An application must be received a minimum of
three weeks before the upcoming OWRB meeting to allow enough time for references to respond
and for the entire application to be reviewed by multiple reviewers. Contact Julie Li, Coordinator,
Technical Specialist Registrations at [email protected] or 604-585-2788 local 249, to confirm the
date of the next meeting.
Is experience considered in lieu of training?
The Board will review the nature and extent of the experience and may award credit for it
depending on it’s relevance to the category of registration that has been requested and how
current it is. Due to the significant changes in practice required by the Sewerage System
Regulation and the Standard Practice Manual as well as the rigours of the professional reliance
program, it is often difficult for an applicant whose experience was accumulated many years ago
to prove competency without appropriate and current training.
Who should I use as references?
Under the current registration policy, all applicants for ROWP registration must provide at least
one reference from an Authorized Person.
The Authorized Person should be a ROWP or Professional that you have been supervised or
mentored by, and who can verify your current and/or past experiences in the category and
competency level of registration that you are applying for.
A questionnaire will be sent to each reference identified in your application. The individual will
complete the form and return it to ASTTBC for consideration by file reviewers and the Board.
Ensure that you provide accurate contact information for the reference to prevent delays. An
email address or fax number will likely result in the fastest response time.
Will I need to take an exam to be registered?
All technical exams are given through the training providers at the time courses are taken. The
only testing that must successfully be completed is the ASTTBC Jurisprudence examination,
which is a verification of familiarity with the roles, limitations, code of ethics and regulations as
they apply to ROWPs.
How is experience determined?
To be considered for registration, an applicant must provide examples of recent work relevant to
the category of registration that is being applied for. The file reviewers and OWRB will examine
these examples and compare them with set requirements from the Sewerage System Regulation,
the Standard Practice Manual, occupational Competencies and any other ASTTBC policies that
may apply. The Board will also examine the Career Log as completed by the applicant.
What is a Career Log?
At this stage you may not have a formal career log, but you probably have daily notes, a daily
calendar/work diary or similar records that can be used to support your application. Start a more
formal career log as soon as possible to document your work experience. It will provide ASTTBC
with a clear picture of your responsibilities and achievements. This will support your initial
application for registration and any future applications for advanced categories of reclassification
as your career progresses. It will also help you report continuing professional development as
required by ASTTBC’s Code of Ethics.
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What if I don’t have enough experience?
If the OWRB identifies that an applicant does not have enough experience to be registered as a
ROWP, the OWRB may choose to register the applicant as an Onsite Wastewater Trainee
(OWT). See the Trainee Category Information Sheet.
What if I don’t have enough training?
If the file reviewer identifies that an applicant does not have adequate knowledge, different
recommendations may be made depending on the circumstances. The OWRB may decide to
approve the application pending successful completion of specific training, or the applicant may
be required to acquire specific training or knowledge and their application held over to the next
OWRB meeting.
What is a “Practice Restriction”?
If the application shows that the applicant has particular limited training and experience, such as
only having installed lagoon systems, the OWRB may choose to register the applicant with a
practice restriction on their registration. That means that this person, for example, would only be
allowed to install lagoons. Every effort is made by ASTTBC staff to assist those with practice
restrictions in becoming full, unrestricted ROWPs.
What happens next if my application is approved?
After the Board approves your registration, you will receive a letter outlining the category and
competency level of registration that has been granted and any competency upgrades required
along with a registration certificate.
Your stamp will be ordered at this time and then sent directly to you when produced. You must
follow the guidelines included with your stamp as a Registered Onsite Wastewater Practitioner.
You can now practice and advertise your services as a ROWP. When you have begun your first
job, contact the Manager, OWRP to begin your Initial System Review (ISR). Do not wait until
the job is completed to contact the Manager.
What is an Initial System Review (ISR)?
As specified within the Onsite Wastewater Registration Program Policy, an ISR is an evaluation
of a practitioner’s compliance in relation to their responsibilities as set out in the Regulation, the
BC SPM, occupational competencies, and approved training programs, as well as ROWP
responsibilities as dictated by ASTTBC Policies.
The Initial System Review examines the documentation of the first system of each type that a
Practitioner is involved with. If the work meets expectations, the ROWP will be encouraged to
continue, possibly with a few recommendations for improvement. If the work does not
consistently meet expectations, the ROWP will be forwarded to the Practice Review Board and
may become subject to a full Practice Assessment. The review must be successfully completed
before the ROWP Planner files the plan with the Health Authority, before the system is backfilled
for ROWP Installers, and within one week after maintenance or inspection works commence for
ROWP Maintenance Providers and Private Inspectors.
Contact Ron Hein, Manager, Onsite Wastewater Registration Program at 604.585.2788 local 231
for more details.
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What happens if my application is not approved?
The Board will respond with a letter outlining the reasons that your application was unsuccessful
and the steps to take towards having your application accepted.
If I do not agree with the OWRB decision, can I appeal it?
You may appeal the decision to the Registrar who will appoint a reviewer(s) to consider your
appeal. Appeals must be made, in writing, within thirty days of the original decision.
For what period of time is my registration valid?
Registration is based on the understanding that you continue to practice in the field and are able
to competently perform work in the category and at the competency level of registration granted.
Registration is renewed annually (annual renewal fees apply) unless circumstances warrant a
further review by the Board. Annual renewal fees are reduced for ROWPs who are also AScT
and CTech members. The billing period for annual renewal fees is from June 1st through May
31st.
What is covered by the application fee?
The non-refundable application fee that you submit with your application pays for a full and
comprehensive review of your education, training and experience qualifications, any other
relevant information and a registration certificate, if approved.
Are there any benefits to ASTTBC membership?
Membership benefits include ASTTBC Newsletter, Annual Report & Directory, website contact
listing, Compensation Survey, Employment Assistance Program, Group Programs (insurance,
RRSP, RESP), and special purchase plans. Visit the main ASTTBC website at www.asttbc.com
for further information and clarification of membership benefits.
Any other questions?
If you have any other questions regarding the registration process, please contact the Julie Li,
Coordinator, Technical Specialist Registrations at 604-585-2788 local 249 or e-mail
[email protected].
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THIS APPLICATION FOR STAMP MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR REGISTRATION FOR
REGISTERED ONSITE WASTEWATER PRACTITIONER
Once your application is reviewed and if registration is approved, ASTTBC will produce your personal stamp.
APPLICATION FOR STAMP
Registered Onsite Wastewater Practitioner – ROWP #OW________________
(to be entered by staff)
NAME:_________________________________________
(Family name)
_____________________________
(First Name)
ADDRESS:______________________________________
(Street No. and Name, Box, etc.)
________________________________ ___________
(City and Province)
(Postal Code)
PHONE: Home:____________________ Business:______________________
_____________
(Initial)
E-Mail:____________________
* Please PRINT your name on the line below as you wish it to appear on your stamp
Name on your stamp:____________________________________________________________________________
* Please SIGN your name on the line below as it will appear when signing your stamp
Name on your stamp:____________________________________________________________________________
DECLARATION: I agree to only apply my stamp to works and services provided by me or under my supervision
that is in the category of Registered Onsite Wastewater Practitioner (ROWP) in which I have been certified, and
which meets all requirements of the ASTTBC Code of Ethics.
The charge for a member seal or stamp is a lease fee for an indefinite period, provided you remain in good
standing with ASTTBC. This seal or stamp remains the property of ASTTBC and must be returned promptly at
the request of the Registrar of ASTTBC.
Should a new stamp be required, payment for the stamp must be received prior to ordering the new stamp. In
addition, the old stamp must be received by ASTTBC before the new stamp will be ordered.
Should your stamp become misplaced or lost, ASTTBC will require a notarized affidavit (at the Practitioner’s
expense) as to its disposition, as well as, prepayment of the new stamp is required before the new stamp will be
ordered.
By your signature below, you agree to these conditions and any further modifications to these terms as may be
determined from time to time by the Council of ASTTBC.
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Name (Print full name)
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Signature
Karen/Forms/OWRPstampapp
Revised – February 2006
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Date
GST NO. R106719081
Waived Requirements
1.
As an Applied Science Technologist (AScT) or Certified
Technician (CTech) you are exempted from completing the
following:
ASTTBC Professional Practice and Ethics Exam.
* If you have not already completed this Exam with your ASTTBC certification you will be required to complete
this prior to ROWP registration. *
2.
Certified ASTTBC members are exempt from providing the
required References, as defined in the Onsite Wastewater
Registration Program Application Information Sheet, but are
required to complete the following:
Provide two (2) references verifying their Onsite Wastewater
experience.
If you should have any questions concerning the waived requirements,
please contact the Registrations Assistant at (604) 585-2788 local 249
or e-mail [email protected]
PRIVACY STATEMENT…
ASTTBC safeguards all information provided to the Association by applicants and members.
This information is confidential except as required by law.
Details that are solely related to determining certification level (eg. Educational qualifications,
employment history, references) will be used for internal administrative purposes and assessment
of qualifications.
ASTTBC uses contact information to send registrants information that, in our opinion, could be
beneficial to a significant portion of the membership (e.g. professional practice, recognition,
careers and group services for members). ASTTBC does not sell or trade the mailing list of
registrants. Information on member services that are offered by third parties is only sent from
ASTTBC pre-approved affinity partners and only with prior permission from ASTTBC and is
done under terms of strict confidentiality.
ASTTBC posts to our web site registrant information that in past years was published in our
annual directory. The publication of at least this minimum of information for all registrants is a
requirement of the ASTT Act.
You may choose to opt out of receiving information from ASTTBC, except that information
directly relating to your registration. Examples would be your Annual Invoice, Notice of the
Annual General Meeting or other information directly relating to your certification and
responsibilities under the ASTT Act & Regulations. Opting out may require you to proactively
visit www.asttbc.org for other information concerning Association business. In the meantime
please indicate your preference to the options listed below.
Please check the appropriate box if you wish to be excluded from receiving the following:

No 3rd Party Mailings
No Broadcast Emails
No E-News (ASTTBC Newsletter)
If you have any questions or concerns, please visit the ASTTBC website at www.asttbc.org
or e-mail: [email protected].
I have read and understood ASTTBC’s privacy policy and wish to receive all Association
correspondence.
Name (In Print) ________________________________________________________________
Signature ________________________________
Date _________________________
10767 – 148th Street, Surrey, BC Canada V3R 0S4 • Telephone (604) 585-2788 • Facsimile: (604) 585-2790 • E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.asttbc.org