This document provides basic information about why pathogen control and vector attraction reduction in biosolids are essential for the protection of public health and the environment. Topics include:
- Current federal requirements under Subpart D of Part 503
- The different Processes to Further Reduce Pathogens (Class A) and Processes to Significanty Reduce Pathogens (Class B) processes
- Role of EPA's Pathogen Equivalency Committee
- Vector attraction reduction issues
- Sampling and analysis protocols used to meet the quantitative requirements of Part 503
- References and additional resources related to biosolids use
- Control of Pathogens and Vector Attraction in Sewage Sludge (PDF)(186 pp, 9 MB, July 2003, EPA/625/R-92/013)