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Sanitation Code of the Philippines

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Presidential Decree No. 856

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This Code on Sanitation has for its ultimate objective the improvement of the way of the Filipinos by directing public health services towards the protection and promotion of the health of our people.

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Sanitation Code of the
Philippines

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When was the sanitation code implemented

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December 23, 1975

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Code on Sanitation of the Philippines.

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Code

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The Department of Health.

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Department

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The Secretary of Health

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Secretary

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an official who heads a Regional Health Office.

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Regional Director

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an official or employee responsible for the application of a prescribed health measure in a local political subdivision.

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Local Health Authority

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Provincial, City or Municipal Health Officer.

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Health Officer

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A Sanitary Engineer

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Engineer

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any section of this code unless the term refers to other statutes which are specifically mentioned.

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Section

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SEC. 3. Functions of the
Department of Health

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The Department shall have the following powers and functions.

a. Undertake the promotion and preservation of the health of the people and raise the health standards of individuals and communities throughout the Philippines;

b. Extend maximum health services to the people in rural areas and provide medical care to those who cannot afford it by reason of poverty;

c. Develop, administer and coordinate various health activities and services which shall include public health, preventive, curative and rehabilitative programs, medical care, health and medical education services;

d. Upgrade the standards of medical practice, the quality of health services and programs to assure the people of better health services;

e. Assist local health agencies in developing public health programs including medical care, and promote medical and public research;

f. Issue permits to establish and operate government and private hospitals, clinics, dispensaries, schools of nursing, mid-wifery, and other para-medical courses, puericulture centers, clinical laboratories and blood banks:

g. Prescribe standard rates of fees for health, medical, laboratory, and other public services;

h. Perform such other functions as may be provided by law.

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In addition to the power and authority of the ____________ which are provided by law, he is likewise empowered to promulgate rules and regulations for the proper implementation and enforcement of the provisions of this code.

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Secretary

SEC. 4. Authority of the Secretary

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The 30th Secretary of Health since June 5, 2023

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Dr.Teodoro J. Herbosa

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The ____________________ staff activities involving the development of plans, programs, operating standards and management techniques in their respective field of assignment.

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Bureau Directors

SEC. 5. Authority of the Bureau Directors

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____________ shall administer health functions in their regions, implement policies, standards and programs involving health services; and enforce the provisions of this Code and the rules and regulations promulgated by the Secretary under this Code.

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The Regional Directors

SEC. 6. Authority of the
Regional Directors

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________________ shall administer health functions in areas under their jurisdiction and enforce the provisions of this Code and the rules and regulations promulgated by the Secretary under this Code.

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Health officers

SEC. 7. Authority of the Health Officers

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The Republic of the Philippines recognizes international treaties agreements and conventions on public health. Their provisions may be considered parts of this Code provided they do not contravene the Constitution, existing laws or any provisions of this Code.

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International treaties, agreements and conventions

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Any proceeding which has commenced or any right which has accrued upon the effectivity of this Code shall not be affected by any of its provisions. However, matters of procedure and rights arising after the date of effectivity of this Code shall conform to the provisions hereof.

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Rights and Proceedings

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Whenever a power is granted or a duty is assigned to any public health officer in this Code, the power may be exercised by a deputy or agent of the official pursuant to law, unless it is expressly provided otherwise in this Code.

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Delegation of power and
assignment of duty

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Any notice, report, statement or record required or authorized by this Code, shall be written in English or Filipino.

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Language required

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Unless otherwise expressly provided, any notice required to be sent to any person by any provision of this Code, shall be sent through the postal service. The affidavit of the official or employee who mailed the notice is prima facie evidence that the notice was sent as prescribed herein

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Mailing of Notices

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When any property is officially condemned or seized by government authorities in the interest of public health, the owner thereof shall not be entitled to compensation

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Condemnation and seizure of property-

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When a duty is expressly vested in a health officer as provided in this Code, it shall be understood that it shall likewise be the concern of the superiors of the health office under the principle of command responsibility.

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Command responsibility

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Standards for drinking water and their bacteriological and chemical examinations, together with the evaluation of results, shall conform to the criteria set by the ________________________. The treatment of water to render it safe for drinking, and the disinfection of contaminated water sources together with their distribution systems shall be in accordance with procedures prescribed by the Department.

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National Drinking Water Standards

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The approval of the Secretary or that of his duly authorized representative is required in the following cases:

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  • Sites of water sources before their construction.
  • Delivery of water to consumers from new or recently repaired water systems.
  • Operation of a water system after an order of closure was issued by the Department.
  • Plans and specifications of water systems of subdivisions and projects prior to the construction of housing units thereat.
  • Certification of potability of drinking water.
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The physical, chemical and bacteriological examinations of water from newly constructed systems or sources are required before they are operated and opened for public use. Examination of water for possible radioactive contamination should also be done initially.

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Initial Examination

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Water from existing sources is subject to bacteriological examination as often as possible but the interval shall not be longer than 6 months, while general systematic chemical examination shall be conducted every 12 months or oftener. Examination of water sources shall be conducted yearly for possible radioactive contamination.

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Periodic Examination

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Water from existing sources is subject to bacteriological examination as often as possible but the interval shall not be longer than ____ months, while general systematic chemical examination shall be conducted every ____ months or oftener. Examination of water sources shall be conducted yearly for possible radioactive contamination.

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6 months

12 months

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30
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Washing clothes or bathing within a radius of ________ from any well or other source of drinking water is prohibited.

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25 meters

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No artesians, deep or shallow well shall be constructed within ________ from any source of pollution.

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25 meters

32
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No radioactive sources or materials shall be stored within a radius of ________ from any well or source of drinking water unless the radioactive source is adequately/safely enclosed by proper shielding.

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25 meters

33
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No person charged with the management of a public water supply system shall permit any physical connection between its distribution system and that of any other water supply, unless the latter is ________ as to its quality by those in charge of the public supply to which the connection is made and found to be safe and potable.

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regularly examined

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The installation of a booster pump to boost water direct from the water distribution line of a water supply system, where low-water pressure prevails is ________.

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prohibited

35
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An institution of learning which may be public, private or parochial.

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School

36
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A school which utilizes cadavers, plants, animals, bacterial and viral cultures for studies and research.

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Special School

37
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The school plants, grounds and facilities

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Physical Environment

38
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Factors which affect the emotional health of students and members of the faculty.

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Emotional Environment

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Traffic hazards are to be avoided but not to the point of sacrificing accessibility to public transportation. It shall be distant from sources of nuisances.

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Site

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The acreage shall be large enough to pennit playgrounds, athletic fields and school gardens.

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Ground

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Preferably it shall be constructed of strong and curable materials and designed along functional lines. For the prevention of fire hazards, the requirements of the local fire department shall be observed. Sufficient ventilation shall be provided. Wall and ceiling finishes should be chosen so as to give optimum lighting with minimum glare. Artificial lighting with louvered fluorescent or incandescent fixtures shall be used to supply minimum lighting of 25-foot candles in the darkest corner. For flooring, suitable materials shall be used which will give maximum durability without creating a slippery surface.

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Building

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The school population shall be provided with potable water, sewage and waste disposal systems shall likewise conform to the requirements prescribed in this Code.

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Sanitary Facilities

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The school site shall be located away from disturbances and places which give undesirable influence

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Suitable Location

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The school must have safe and attractive playgrounds and adequate facilities for suitable sports and games.

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Recreational Facilities

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Facilities shall be provided where faculty members can rest and get short respite from teaching chores.

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Rest Rooms

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________ shall be stored in morgues and dissected in dissecting rooms, all of which shall be constructed and maintained in accordance with standards prescribed by the Department.

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Cadavers

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________ shall be kept in adequate and secured areas.

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Poisonous or harmful plants and animals

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________ shall be kept in laboratories under standard security laboratory measures.

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Viral and bacterial
cultures

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Schools utilizing radioactive materials or sources for study or research should closely conform to the requirements and guidelines provided by the ____________________________ concerning radiation protection.

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Radiation Health Office and the Philippine Atomic Energy Commission

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Rest areas, bus terminals, bus stops and service station areas ____________________ for motor vehicles shall be provided with sanitary facilities for the convenience and personal necessities of the traveling public.

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with one or more permanent sheds, buildings and service facilities

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Rest areas, bus terminals, bus stops and service stations shall be established with ________ to prevent overcrowding of motor vehicles and travelers

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ample area

52
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Rest areas, bus terminals, bus stops and service stations shall be provided with ____________ and away from sources of nuisance.

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adequate ventilation and lighting

53
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Safe and adequate water supply shall be provided in accordance with the provisions of Chapter____ of this Code.

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Chpater II

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Excreta and sewage collection and disposal shall be provided in accordance with the provisions of Chapter ____ of this Code.

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Chapter XVII

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Refuse collection and disposal shall be in accordance with the provisions of Chapter ____ of this Code.

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Chapter XVIII

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Comfort rooms — Adequate number of comfort rooms shall be provided as well as auxiliary facilities therein in accordance with the provisions of Chapter ____ of this Code.

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Chapter XVII

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Waiting sheds for commuters shall be of adequate size to comfortably accommodate a minimum of ____________. Floors shall be of smooth concrete finish and adequate sitting facilities provided for.

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thirty (30) persons

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Sale of foodstuffs in those establishments shall be done in conformity with the provisions of Chapter ____ of this Code.

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Chapter III

59
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A building where transient guests are received and are supplied with and charged for meals, lodging and other services.

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Hotel

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A roadside hotel for motorists, usually consisting of private cabins.

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Motel

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A building where selected persons for fixed periods of time arc supplied wi1h, and charged for sleeping accommodations and meals.

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Boarding House

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A building where persons are supplied with and charged for sleeping accommodations only.

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Lodging House

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A building or portion thereof which is leased or sold to and occupied as residence by four or more families doing their cooking within the premises but living independently of one another although having a common right in the use of halls, stairways, terraces, verandas, toilets, and baths.

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Tenement House

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A building containing a number of separate residential suites.

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Apartment House

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A building with one or more storeys composed of multi-unit residential suites under joint ownership of occupants, each unit provided with complete sanitary facilities, utilities and other amenities.

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Condominium

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A collective term construed to include items: Hotel, Motel, Boarding House, Lodging House, Tenement House, Apartment House, Condominium

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Establishments

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SEC. 64. general provisions

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a. No establishment shall be operated and opened for public patronage without a sanitary permit issued by the Secretary or his duly authorized representative.

b. Any extension or additional construction in an establishment shall require a sanitary permit before it could be operated.

c. All establishments shall provide their patrons with adequate water supply, toilet and facilities in accordance with standards prescribed in this Code.

d. Establishments and their premises shall be kept clean and sanitary at all times.

e. Periodic insect and vermin control measures shall be undertaken to eradicate vectors of diseases

f. Animals, fowls and pets shall be housed in appropriate kennels or cages separate from living quarters.

g. No person shall be employed in establishments without first procuring a health certificate from the local health authority.

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a. Hotels and Motels

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  1. The storage, preparation and serving of food to customers shall be in accordance with the standards prescribed in Chapter III of this Code.
  2. Customers shall be provided with clean linen such as bed sheets, pillow cases, towels and napkins.
  3. When rooms or cabins are vacated, their toilets or baths shall be sanitized and clean and fresh linen shall be provided before the room or cabin is rented for occupancy.
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b. Condominum

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  1. The choice for sites should consider availability of bus and taxi transportation services.
  2. Nearness to place of work, schools, police stations and clinics.
  3. Availability of low-cost goods.
  4. Parking facilities and playgrounds for children.
  5. Facilities for refuse disposal and cleanliness of buildings, and
  6. Efficiency of lifts.
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Where a public sewerage system is not available, sewer outfalls from residences, schools, and other buildings shall be discharged into a septic tank to be constructed in accordance with the following minimum requirements:

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a. It shall be generally rectangular in shape. When a number of compartments are used, the first compartment shall have the capacity from one-half to two-thirds of the total volume of the tank.

b. ll shall be built of concrete, whether precast or poured in place. Brick, concrete blocks or adobe may be used.

c. It shall not be constructed under any building and within 25 meters from any source of water supply.

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The effluent from septic tanks shall be discharged into a sub-surface soil, absorption field where applicable or shall be treated with some type of a purification device. The treated effluent may be discharged into a stream or body of water if it conforms to the quality standards prescribed by the National Water and Air Pollution Control Commission.

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Disposal of Septic Tank Effluent

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The septic tank capacity may be determined from the estimated unit flow contained in Table I “Quantities of Sewage Flow,” based on adequate detention time interval resulting in efficient sedimentation. Daily flow from mattered results, may be used as estimated flow when available. For edifices with occupants, the number of persons to be served shall be computed on the number of rooms with each room considered as occupied by two persons or on the basis of the actual number of persons served by the tank, whichever is greater.

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Determination of Septic Tank Capacity

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Sanitary Privies

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a. It shall consist of an earthen pit, a floor covering the pit, and a water-scaled bowl. It shall be so constructed in order that fecal matter and urine will be deposited into the earthen pit which shall be completely fly-proof.

b. The pit shall be at least one meter square.

c. The floor should cover the pit tightly to prevent the entrance of flies. It shall be constructed of concrete or other impervious material.

d. The water-sealed bowl shall be joined to the floor so as to form a water-tight and insect proof joint.

e. A suitable building, shall be constructed to provide comfort and privacy for the users of the privy.

f. Wooden floors and seat risers shall not be used.

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a. Responsibility of cities and municipalities. It shall be the responsibility of all cities and municipalities to provide and maintain in a sanitary state and in good repair a satisfactory system of drainage in all inhabited areas where waste water from buildings and premises could empty without causing nuisance to the community and danger to public health.

b. Connection to the municipal drainage system - Buildings or premises producing waste water shall be connected to the municipal drainage system in all areas where it exists.

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Drainage

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a. Patients given high doses of radioactive isotope for therapy should be given toilet facilities separate from those used by “non-radioactive” patients.

b. Radioactive patients should be instructed to use the same toilet bowl at all times and to flush it at least three times after its use.

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Special Precaution for Radioactive Excreta and Urine of Hospitalized Patient

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