Technical Booklet N Drainage·Page 7·81

Underground foul drainage requirements

Underground foul drainage systems must be properly sized, constructed, watertight, and ventilated to safely convey foul water to a sewer or treatment structure, with accessible points for maintenance.

Underground foul drainage shall— (a) consist of pipes and fittings— (i) of such size, layout, construction and watertightness; and (ii) with sufficient ventilation, to ensure the hygienic conveyance of foul water to a sewer, cesspool, septic tank or similar structure; and (b) have such means of access as is necessary to facilitate the clearance of blockages.

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