SCRIPT 2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
◉ How many inches lower should the outlet be from the inlet in a septic
tank? Answer: 3"
◉ What information must be present on the outlet side of a septic tank?
Answer: - Name of manufacturer
- Date manufactured
- Size of tank in gallons
- External load limit
- Warning placard
◉ How many additional gallons per bedroom are required for each
bedroom beyond 3? Answer: 125 gallons
◉ How many additional gallons per bedroom are required for each
bedroom beyond 4? Answer: 225 gallons
◉ How far below finished grade can clean out and baffle inspection
manholes be? Answer: No deeper than 12"
, ◉ Tank riser covers shall be at least _________ lbs,
or_______________________, or
_______________________________ Answer: 59 lbs, tank covers shall
remain on tank clean outs, a secondary safety device shall be provided
◉ What are the 3 main functions of a septic tank? Answer: 1. Removes
most of the settleable solids
2. Provides and effluent of relatively uniform physical, chemical and
biological characteristics
3. Provides some reduction in pollution levels in the effluent
◉ Where should perc tests be conducted? Answer: In primary and
reserve septic areas
◉ How many inches maximum should a perc hole be? Answer: 12"
◉ How many inches of water shall be used for a perc test presoak?
Answer: 12"
◉ How many inches of water shall be used for a perc test? Answer: 12"
◉ How many consecutive readings shall be taken for a perc test Answer:
3