§ 25-49. Requirements for equipment used for cleaning septic tanks.

(a)

The equipment used in the operation of the business of cleaning septic tanks shall meet the following requirements:

(1)

The tank into which the septic tank sludge is pumped or delivered and carried shall be fully enclosed and watertight.

(2)

All inlets and outlets to such tank shall be fully enclosed and provided with watertight valves.

(3)

The suction and discharge hose shall be watertight and provision shall be made for carrying such hose in a manner that will prevent any leakage therefrom.

(4)

All exposed surfaces shall be painted and maintained in a sanitary condition by frequent washings.

(5)

The name and address of the person owning or operating such equipment shall be painted thereon in letters at least four (4) inches high.

(b)

No person shall engage in the business of cleaning septic tanks unless the equipment used by such person in connection with the operation of such business has been inspected and approved in writing by the health officer. Such inspection and approval shall be a prerequisite to the obtaining of any license or permit required by the provisions of this Code or other ordinance of the city for the conduct of such business.

(Code 1971, §§ 29-30, 29-31)

(Code 1971, §§ 29-30, 29-31)