Level 3 Plumbing Foul Tanks

What type of foul tank is this?

• Sewer

• Cesspool

• Septic Tank

• Cesspit

What type of foul tank installation is this?

• Sewer

• Cesspit

• Mini sewage treatment

• Septic Tank

How far from a building should a septic tank be located?

• 7m

• 4m

• 5m

• 20m

In what situation should a foul tank be used?

• Where odors are a problem

• Because the customer wants one

• Where there is no access to mains sewers

• In a built up area

How often should a cesspit be inspected?

• every 2 weeks

• every 12 months

• every 4 weeks

• every 2 months

How often should a cesspit be emptied?

• Every 2 years

• Every 12 months

• Every 2 months

• Every 5 months

Who should empty a septic tank?

• The council

• Plumber

• Home owner

• Licensed contractor

If effluent creates a health hazard, who is responsible?

• The environment agency

• The home owner

• The installer

• The council

Who should be contacted before installing a foul tank?

• The building inspector

• The water board

• The environment agency

• The council

How many openings does a cesspit have?

• 6

• 4

• 1

• 2