Installation guide
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Health and Safety
(Important - Please Read This Before Staring Any Work on the Plant.)
Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005.
Section 16.1(a) of this Act requires manufacturers to advise their customers on the safety and the handling precautions to be observed
when installing, operating, maintaining and servicing their products.
1. The appropriate sections of this manual must be read before working on the equipment.
2. Installation and servicing must only be carried out by suitably trained or qualified personnel.
3. Normal safety precautions must be taken and appropriate procedures observed to avoid accidents
Refer to EPS Bison or your local supplier for technical advice or product information.
HEALTH
The potential for contact with raw sewage is present when installing or maintaining wastewater treatment plants. Therefore, it is im-
portant that the correct protective clothing is worn when either installing or maintaining a wastewater treatment system.
Leptospirosis - what is Leptospirosis and are you at risk?
Two types of Leptospirosis infection affect people in the UK and Ireland.
to humans by contact with soil, water or sewage contaminated with urine from infected rats.
2. Hardjo-type Leptospirosis - this is transmitted from cattle to humans.
What are the symptoms?
the fourth day of the illness.
How might I catch it?
The bacteria can enter the body via cuts and scratches and through the lining of the mouth and throat or through the eyes.
How can I prevent it?
After having worked in contact with sewage or anything contaminated with sewage, wash your hands and forearms thoroughly
with soap and water. If your clothes, boots or tools are contaminated with sewage, wash thoroughly after handling them.
Take immediate action to wash thoroughly any cut, scratch or abrasion of the skin as soon as possible. Apply antiseptic
to the wound, cover with cotton wool or gauze, and protect with a waterproof plaster.
Do not handle food, drink or smoking materials without first washing your hands.
If you contract the symptoms described above after coming into contact with sewage, report it to your doctor immediately and advise
him/her of the circumstances.
Vaccinations are advisable for site personnel for the following:
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Polio
Tetanus
Typhoid/Cholera