S11 E3: Smells Like Money Podcast: It's Not Your Grandfather's Sewage: Navigating Modern Wastewater Challenges

In this episode of The Doo Doo Diva’s Smells Like Money Podcast, host Suzan Chin-Taylor sits down with T.J. Suiter, the President of Hydro Products and the inventor of the Vanguard Pathogen Defense System. They discuss the significant changes in wastewater composition over the years, leading to new challenges for workers in the industry. T.J. explains why today’s sewage is far more dangerous than it was in previous generations, due to factors such as urban sprawl, low-flush toilets, and the influx of pathogens from international travel.

T.J. shares insights into the increasing risks posed by pathogens like CRE (carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae) and community-acquired MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus). He also introduces the Vanguard System, a revolutionary technology designed to protect wastewater workers by containing and neutralizing harmful pathogens directly at the source.

Host: Suzan Chin-Taylor | Guest: T. J. Suiter

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Key Discussion Points:

Modern Wastewater Composition: T.J. explains how today’s sewage is different from what previous generations dealt with, highlighting factors such as reduced groundwater infiltration and the concentration of pathogens.
Health Risks for Wastewater Workers: The dangers posed by bacteria and viruses in modern wastewater, including CRE and MRSA, and the concept of “sewer flu” that affects new workers in the industry.
The Vanguard Pathogen Defense System: How this innovative system works to protect workers by keeping pathogens within the waste stream, reducing exposure risks.
Best Practices for Worker Safety: The importance of personal protective equipment (PPE) and procedural changes that can help safeguard personnel in the wastewater industry.

Takeaways:

The wastewater industry is facing new challenges with the evolving composition of sewage, making safety precautions more critical than ever.
The Vanguard System offers a practical solution to reduce the risk of pathogen exposure for workers.
Awareness and proper safety protocols can make a significant difference in protecting the health of those working on the frontlines of wastewater management.

Contact Information:

T.J. Suiter – President of Hydro Products Corp.

Website: https://www.vanguard-systems.us/ (Company)

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tj-suiter-bab100113

Email: tjsuiter@icloud.com

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