SMOKE TESTING NOTICE
In December and January contractors
working for the Roselle Park DPW
will be
conducting smoke tests of the sanitary sewer system
throughout the entire Borough.
Smoke testing is a standard means of identifying
sewer defects and rain water cross connections.
The smoke testing process has been used previously
in many other communities.
The purpose of these tests is to find defects and faulty connections
where excess ground and rain water can enter the sanitary sewer system,
negatively effecting the systems economical and safe functioning.
The information gained from smoke testing will help the Borough prepare a
comprehensive plan to reduce rain water Inflow
and ground water Infiltration (I/I) in its sanitary sewer system.
Reducing I/I is an on-going Borough wide effort to:
hold down wastewater treatment costs that are passed on to the user;
to help protect the integrity of the sewer system;
and to maintain compliance with NJDEP requirements.
For more information about testing dates in your neighborhood,
please visit the Borough’s website page www.RosellePark.net
D2L Associates, Inc. of Cedar Grove, NJ
will be performing the smoke testing
and will present photo identification upon request.
I you have any questions you can contact Robert De Block
at 973-417-3097 before or during the testing process.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
ABOUT
SMOKE TESTING
Process:
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Simulated smoke will be injected into the sewer system.
As a result, smoke may be seen coming from manhole covers,
storm drains, roof vents, and building foundations.
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Photographs will be taken to document potential leaks.
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Homeowners do not need to be home and inspection crews
will not need to enter your home.
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Residents/Homeowners can still use faucets and bathroom facilities
during smoke testing.
Tips to prevent smoke from entering your home
please complete the following steps prior to the test date in your neighborhood:
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Run water faucets for a few seconds in unused sinks, tubs,
and drains to fill fixture traps.
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If you have defective plumbing (i.e. no trap),
you should consult with a licensed plumber.
If you notice smoke in your home:
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Do NOT become alarmed.
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Open doors and windows to ventilate the premises to clear smoke.
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Please notify our work crews by calling
Robert De Block, Project Manager @ 973-417-3097.
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Simulated smoke will not stain walls or furniture; nor will it leave a residue.
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Consult a licensed plumber in the near future to identify the
smoke access area, as the potential exists for sewer gases
to enter your home in the same manner as the smoke.
Safety/ Health Issues:
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There is NO danger of fire or explosion of sewer gas
with the smoke testing process.
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Roselle Park Police and Fire Departments will be notified
of the smoke testing in advance.
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Important! If there is an individual in your home or business who has
respiratory problems and is immobile please notify
Vincent A. Cahill, CPWM, DPW Superintendent
at 908-245-7676.
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Avoid unnecessary exposure to the simulated smoke.
The smoke is relatively harmless but may irritate air passages.
Smoke irritation is temporary and should disappear
after exposure has ceased.
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A copy of Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for the
simulated smoke is attached.
For questions - Prior to the scheduled smoke test contact:
Thomas Solfaro, P.E., Borough Engineer at 201-939-8805
Robert De Block, Project Manager, D2L Associates, Inc. at 973-239-0173
Vincent A. Cahill, CPWM, DPW Superintendent at 908-245-7676
For questions - During the scheduled smoke test contact:
Robert De Block, Project Manager D2L Associates, Inc. at 973-417-3097
Thomas Solfaro, P.E., Borough Engineer at 201-939-8805
Vincent A. Cahill, CPWM, DPW Superintendent at 908-245-7676
Thank you for your cooperation!