8 Septic System Maintenance Safety Tips | NYSeptic.com
1. Use A Sturdy Septic Tank Lid & Mark Off Its Location
Your septic tank access port should be covered with a sturdy lid. To keep children safe, this cover should not be easily removed.
If you are unsure of the placement of your septic system, a professional septic company can help you locate each part of your system and should be able to provide you with an "as-built" record drawing for future reference. We would be glad to help you schedule an inspection to locate your system.
2. Don’t Lean Over The Tank Opening
Avoid leaning over the opening of a septic tank. The gases could be enough to knock you out and you could fall in, which may be fatal.
3. Do Not Ever Ignite Flames Near Septic
Methane gas, which is produced by the contents of the septic tank, is explosive. Keep brush fires and even lit cigarettes away from the tank.
4. Be Aware of Electrical Wire Hazards
When digging outside, make sure to watch out for buried electrical or mechanical lines. Breaking through these lines around a septic system can be very dangerous.
5. Don't Enter or Retrieve Someone From a Septic Tank Without Gear
Never enter a tank unless you are specifically trained and wearing special equipment that includes a self-contained breathing apparatus. If someone falls into a tank, do not go in after the person unless you are equipped with a self-contained breathing apparatus. Instead, call emergency services and place fans around the top of the tank opening to blow in fresh air.
6. Never Work Alone Around a Septic Tank
As leaning over and falling in can be fatal, it is highly suggested you never work alone, in case you are overcome by the dangerous gases produced by the contents of the tank.
7. Be Cautious Of Unsanitary Conditions
If you are working around a septic system, be sure to cover open cuts and properly wash up after working on a system. Septic systems can contain serious viral and bacterial hazards. Always ask for professional assistance to keep you and your family safe.
8. Don't Drive Over The Septic System
Heavy machinery over a system can compress the ground and put too much stress the system. Repairs to broken pipes or stressed systems can be costly.
Making sure you take all the right precautions is key to keeping your family safe and your septic system working correctly. When in doubt, call Murphy's Cesspool & Septic for help and tips on working around your septic system.
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