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Rainwater tanks can provide very good habitats for mosquito breeding. The most effective control measure is to prevent access of adult mosquitoes. If access has occurred remedial action can be taken to prevent the release of mosquitoes. To prevent mosquito breeding and contamination, its vital guttering and pipework should be self-draining or fitted with drainage points. Ensure [...] Dead Animals present a health risk when they come in contact with rainwater in a water tank. Where a rainwater tank has become contaminated by a dead animal such as a bird or rodent, carefully remove as much as possible of the animal carcass and then disinfect the water. If the animal is large such as a [...] Although no longer used in new houses, asbestos in a cement matrix may be present in some older type roofs (pre 1970s). Although asbestos fibers are dangerous to health when inhaled in sufficient quantities, it is not believed that asbestos in drinking water poses a risk. Asbestos fibres have been detected in drinking water throughout the [...] |
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