Question 3010 of 234 · California Wastewater Operator Exam
How should screenings from a bar screen be handled?
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Correct answer to question 3010
- D: Drain, store in a covered container, and dispose of according to local rules
Explanation
Screenings contain pathogens and putrescible matter and are usually landfilled. Returning them to the flow only creates clogs.
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