Construction details for pumping Stations

• In case of placement of one pump (residences, houses with two apartments) then the volume of the pumping station under the incoming pipe should at least be equal with the daily flow.
• It should be designed and constructed in such a way in order that it can support loads (placement of iron), not allowing underground water to enter and be water tight. Inspection by the Board prior to issue of Green card.
• The longest period of sewage standing still in the pumping station is not to exceed half hour.
• Non return Valve (one way valve) must be placed in pumping station where it can be checked.
• Lifting mechanism must be installed.
• The pump should have free passage of solids no smaller than 30mm.
• Pumping Station should have ventilation.
• An alarm system with bell or lamp in case of damage of pumps or high level of sewages in pumping station should be placed.
• Installation of a control panel having the following:

* Central switch
* Alternate of operation of pumps in the case of installation of backup pump (time switch).
* Selector switch (off/auto) for eac