Systems Ashore 7-14. Systems Ashore 7-14. This section provides information regarding health precautions and other preventive measures recommended for personnel who work with wastewater treatment systems. Those personnel who are in contact with wastewater, or who work in or inspect wastewater treatment plants, must keep their basic immunizations current.
Immunizations required include polio, tetanus, and diphtheria.
Wastewater treatment plant personnel must not eat, drink, or smoke when performing maintenance on or inspecting equipment which may be a direct source of contamination. In the event of a significant wastewater spill, those cleaning the area must wear coveralls, rubber boots, rubber gloves, hair coverings, and face shields. Upon completion of spill clean-up, contaminated clothing must be removed and placed in a plastic bag for laundering. Caution must be exercised when cleaning sewage spills in confined spaces. Clean-up of wastewater spills may be accomplished using detergent and water, followed by thorough rinsing.