{"id":5679,"date":"2022-08-25T09:12:43","date_gmt":"2022-08-25T09:12:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theinsiderup.com\/?p=5679"},"modified":"2022-08-25T09:12:43","modified_gmt":"2022-08-25T09:12:43","slug":"safety-tips-for-working-around-septic-systems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theinsiderup.com\/safety-tips-for-working-around-septic-systems\/","title":{"rendered":"Safety tips for working around septic systems"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
As a septic system owner, you want to do everything you can to stay safe. This is especially important if you are near a septic tank cleaners<\/strong><\/a> opening. In fact, you should know all of these important precautions before working on a septic system. Follow the safety tips below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Make sure the tank access opening is covered with a sturdy lid. Make sure the cover is strong enough. Children must not open it. If you have no idea how to install the system, you can call a professional for help. The company will be happy to assist you in carrying out this inspection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Never bend over the septic tank opening. This is because the gasses from the tank can knock you out. You can also fall into the tank, which can lead to death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Septic tanks can produce large amounts of methane. And this gas is highly explosive. Therefore, we recommend that you do not light a fire near the tank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When digging outdoors, be aware of buried mechanical or electrical conduits. Broken electrical or mechanical wiring can be dangerous when working around a septic system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you really have to go into the tank, make sure you have enough experience and special equipment. The equipment must include special breathing apparatus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Calling 911 is highly recommended if you want to be safe. In the meantime, you can direct the fan to the opening of the tank to get fresh air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Since falling into the tank can be fatal, we do not recommend working alone in the tank. You can call an experienced friend or relative. It is best to call a professional for help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When working on a septic system, be sure to cover all open cuts. You also want to wash when you’re done. In fact, septic systems can become infected with bacteria and viruses. To be safe, you should ask a professional for help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is not a good idea to operate heavy machinery on land with a buried tank system. You may even incur significant costs to repair broken pipes. So be careful not to drive heavy equipment or machinery over the ground where you buried the tank system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So these are some precautions to take when working with a septic system. This is important if you want to protect yourself and your family from the system. In cases of doubt, it is a good idea to call your local sewage service. Hope these tips help. For more information visit our website https:\/\/www.allinsanitationservices.com\/septic-tank-pumping-and-cleaning\/<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" As a septic system owner, you want to do everything you can to stay safe. This is especially important if you are near a septic tank cleaners opening. In fact, you should know all of these important precautions before working on a septic system. Follow the safety tips below. 1. Septic tank cover Make sure […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":5681,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[5368],"yoast_head":"\n1. Septic tank cover<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
2. Opening the container<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3. Do not smoke near containers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
4. Dangers caused by electric cables<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
5. Do not enter the tank<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
6. Never work alone<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
7. Unsanitary conditions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
8. Drove into a septic system<\/h5>\n\n\n\n