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Exercise : Multi-Building Sewage Leak - Response Procedures

Aug 9
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Situation


Your immediate priority is isolating the affected area and minimizing health risks.


...and your...!...

...hmmm...


Stop using water [ where possible ], evacuate anyone near the spill, and avoid contact with the wastewater.


Immediately call your local water authority to report the incident and check for public vs. private [ pipeline ] responsibility...



Contain and Clean the Spillage


  1. Contain the spread by placing towels or sandbags around the spill boundaries. [1]



  2. Ventilate: Open windows and doors to circulate air and reduce dangerous fumes, if it is safe to do so. [1]

    ...if...!?...

    ...it depends when in...



  3. Disinfect: Throw away any food, vegetables, or items that have touched the sewage. Disinfect affected surfaces using a food-safe or mild disinfectant. [1]



  4. Professional Restoration: Do not attempt to tackle a massive multi-home raw sewage cleanup yourself. Call in professional biohazard remediation and water damage restoration companies to ensure the space is fully sanitized. [1, 2, 3]


...hmm and then will i hold my position...??...

...it depend[s]...

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...and here we are... ..!...

[ biohazard team with protective uniform and equipment ?]

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...yes...



  1. Contact the Water Company to report a waste water emergency incident.


Emergencies & Leaks (24/7): Call 0330 303 0368.


heretohelp@southernwater.co.uk.



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source: google.com


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