N.J. Admin. Code § 8:25-10.6

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 12, June 17, 2024

Section 8:25-10.6 - Existing privies and pit-toilets

(a) Youth camps, which have used privies and pit-toilets prior to June 6, 1994, shall be permitted to continue using them where it would be impracticable under Department of Environmental Protection rules to provide flush toilets.

(b) Privies and pit-toilets shall be constructed of readily cleanable material and shall be provided with adequate natural lighting and ventilation.

(c) Privy and pit-toilet doors shall be self-closing.

(d) Privy and pit-toilet windows and vents shall be equipped with fly-proof screens.

(e) Each privy and pit-toilet shall be provided with a watertight vault, so that flies cannot gain access to the excrement. Excrement shall not be allowed to fall or spill onto the ground. The vault shall not extend below the prevailing water table.

(f) Each privy and pit-toilet shall have a raisable seat and lid and both shall be made from smooth, durable, impervious and readily cleanable material.

(g) Each privy and pit-toilet shall be located at least 150 feet from any well or point well, stream or lake and at least 50 feet from any campsite.

(h) Lime or other deodorant substances shall be sprinkled at least once daily on the contents of privy vaults to minimize odors.

(i) The vault of a privy or pit-toilet shall be emptied regularly and the contents thereof shall be disposed of pursuant to the requirements of the Statewide Sludge Management Plan and the Pollutant Discharge Elimination System rules at N.J.A.C. 7:14A.

N.J. Admin. Code § 8:25-10.6

Amended by R.2009 d.66, effective 3/2/2009.
See: 40 N.J.R. 4888(a), 41 N.J.R. 1026(a).
In (i), substituted "7:14A" for "7:14A-22 and 23".