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Septic Systems

Be SepticSmart: Think At the Sink Poster

Restaurants in areas not connected to a centralized sewer may rely on septic systems for their wastewater treatment. This poster illustrate the importance of safe waste disposal practices for individuals or employees who visit, or work at, a restaurant that is served by a septic system.

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