Tank Safety Checklist
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Never enter the septic tank or pump tank.
Components should be accessed from the
outside only. There are very low levels of
oxygen in the tanks, plus there could be
accumulations of hydrogen sulfide, methane,
carbon dioxide and other harmful gases.
•
Never use electrical devices (extension cords, lights, tools, etc.) in, or
close to water or wet ground near the system. You could be shocked or
cause an explosion.
•
Always remember that the contents of your tank are
hazardous to human health and can cause infectious
diseases. Anytime you come into c
or solids from your system, wash y
clothes before eating, drinking, g
around others.
ontact with liquids
ourself and your
oing inside or being
•
Keep vehicles and other equipment away from your system.
Driving on tanks or over pipes could collapse them.
Drivin
oy its
ability to breathe and transmit water.
•
Never smoke near system openings.
Combustible gases may be present.
•
Keep childr
it is open or being worked on.
•
If you smell sewage inside yo
immediately. You may have a blocked or incorrectly
routed pipe, or other problem that should be taken care
g over your drainfield will destr
en and pets away from the system when
ur home, take action
of as soon as possible. Call a plumber if needed.
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