Learn about the science and function of biofilters, including raingardens, and be guided through the application of Water Sensitive SA’s Inspection and Maintenance Guidelines – Biofilters, before putting it all into practice undertaking a field assessment of raingardens in the Marion area.

Learning objective

To assist participants build their capacity for maintaining biofilters (raingardens) to optimise water quality outcomes, essential ecosystems service provision, amenity enhancement and public space integration.

Training will include;

Functional components of biofilters
- Form and function of biofilters
- Plant selection and function
- The problems with sediment
Maintenance – theory
- Maintenance planning tasks
- Routine inspections using Water Sensitive SA guidelines and condition assessment tools, and e-forms
Participant exercise: Biofilter media
- Review of the industry standard for SA and opportunity to inspect and apply water to common media types.
Maintenance - practical
- Field application of the inspection and maintenance forms: · Inspect a range of raingardens within walking distance.

What to bring

· Safety vest

· Hat

· Closed in shoes

Registration: $295+ GST per participant ( includes training materials, morning tea/ lunch/ afternoon tea)