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Tips for better household wastewater management

July 23, 2007:

Household wastewater may contain harmful substances which can create serious health problems for yourself and your family. A few simple steps can go a long way towards reducing the risks of household wastewater:

• Make sure your septic system is sized for the expected daily volume of sewage. Also, look for ways to reduce the amount of wastewater that enters the septic system.
• Make sure your system is maintained and operated within its design parameters and that it disposes of sewage contaminants properly.
• Keep your septic system in good repair, inspecting it at intervals of no more than two years.
• Know and understand the legislation pertaining to management of household wastewater. Manage your operation to meet and, if possible, exceed legislation.