Sewage spill response - in your home

Limit Exposure

• Rubber boots limit exposure to disease-causing contaminants during a sewage spill.

  Stop using plumbing and appliances that drain into the sewer system, including sinks, showers, toilets, dishwashers and laundry machines.
• Avoid direct contact with sewage and sewage contaminated items.
• Wear rubber gloves and boots when in the vicinity of the back up. Remove boots and gloves before returning to unaffected areas.
• Wash hands thoroughly after handling any contaminated items.
• Prevent the spread of contaminants and odors.
  • Turn off forced air furnaces and air conditioners.
  • Cover or close vents capable of spreading contaminants and odors.
  • Do not use wet/dry vacuums because of the danger of electrical shock and the spread of aerosolized germs by the fan motor.
  • Be careful not to track contamination into other parts of the residence.