The septic tank and closed tank sludge generated in property-specific wastewater systems must be emptied and treated by the City of Kankaanpää. waste management regulations in accordance with.

Emptying septic tanks and closed tanks

Sludge from septic tanks, sludge chambers in small treatment plants and other similar tanks must be removed as necessary, but at least once a year. Emptying must be done more frequently if required by the instructions provided by the wastewater system manufacturer.

The sludge in tanks containing only washing water is removed as necessary. The filling of the closed tank and the operation of the fullness alarm must be monitored regularly, and the tank must be emptied at the latest when it is full.

The property owner must keep records of sludge removal.

 

Sludge transportation and reception

Wastewater sludge and closed tank wastewater may only be handed over for transportation to a driver approved for the waste management register in accordance with the Waste Act.

Sludges are received:

Property responsibilities

The owner or occupier of the property must ensure that:

  • sludge tanks and related structures are intact, safe and suitable for their intended use
  • the location of the sludge tank is clearly marked
  • The tank lids are visible and can be opened safely.
  • the emptying vehicle can access the tanks unobstructed and safely
  • The emptier is given the necessary instructions for carrying out the work.

The emptier must notify the property owner of any defects and deviations they notice during the emptying process.

 

Self-service sludge processing

Independent treatment of septic tank and closed tank sludge generated in residential areas is generally prohibited. Sludge can only be handled independently in situations specified in the waste management regulations of the City of Kankaanpää.

Written notification must always be made in advance to the Kankaanpää City Waste Management Authority of any self-treatment. Notification must also be made when there are changes to previously reported information.

If necessary, the waste management authority may prohibit independent processing if the processing does not meet the requirements of the waste management regulations or may cause danger or harm to health or the environment.

 

Processing and spreading of residential sludge on the field

Sludge generated in one's own home may be spread for fertilization purposes on one's own field or on a field under one's control when the following conditions are met:

  • Before spreading, the sludge is hygienically treated by lime stabilization or another method approved by the Finnish Food Authority and the Environmental Protection Authority.
  • sludge is applied for fertilization purposes
  • Processing and application comply with current fertilizer and environmental legislation and the Nitrates Regulation
  • Self-management of waste is reported to the waste management authority before commencing operations.

Sludge must not be spread in forests or other terrain. When using treated sewage sludge, requirements regarding the intended use, application rates, withdrawal periods and characteristics of the cultivated land must also be taken into account. For more information, see the Finnish Food Authority's guidelines on sewage sludge.

Report the independent processing and field application of sludge – electronic form

A notification must be made each time sludge is handled independently.

 

Joint treatment of sludge from neighboring properties

A waste holder operating as an active farmer may, in addition to his own sludge, accept sludge generated in residential areas from a maximum of four neighboring properties or other nearby properties.

Sludge must be processed and utilized in the field under the same conditions as sludge generated in the farmer's own home. The person responsible for receiving, processing and utilizing the sludge must notify the waste management authority before commencing operations.

If the activity does not meet the conditions set in the regulations, a derogation from the waste management regulations must be applied for.

 

Remember also

The property owner must keep records of sludge removal. If the conditions for self-treatment are not met, the sludge may only be handed over for transportation to a driver approved for the waste management register in accordance with the Waste Act. In such cases, the sludge must be delivered to the Kankaanpää or Honkajoki wastewater treatment plant.

For more information: Waste management regulations of the city of Kankaanpää

Water supply plant:

Built environment/water supply
Address: Kuninkaanlähteenkatu 8 (office building, 2nd floor)
38700 Kankaanpää

Office: (Kankaanpää) 044 577 2610   (Honkajoki)  044 577 2307

[email protected]

Waste management authority:

Technical Committee, Kuninkaanlähteenkatu 12, 38700 Kankaanpää

[email protected]

Environmental protection:

[email protected]
[email protected]

Jaana Jyräkoski 044 577 3334
Earthworks, excavation and crushing, animal shelters, industry and wastewater issues in sparsely populated areas

The Legend of Luomajärvi  044 577 3332
Filling stations, car scrapyards, animal shelters and waste treatment

Director of Health Surveillance Laura Juhantalo 050 594 4442
Kuninkaanlähteenkatu 8, 38700 Kankaanpää