According to regulation 8, what must be done with shower wastewater?

The regulation regarding shower wastewater emphasizes the need to manage it properly to prevent any potential environmental and health hazards associated with asbestos exposure. The requirement to filter the wastewater to 5 microns before discharging it to the sanitary sewer is critical because it ensures that any harmful asbestos fibers present in the wastewater are effectively removed. This filtration process is essential to protect water quality and public health, as releasing untreated wastewater could lead to contamination of the sewer systems and subsequently pose a risk to the larger water supply.

Effective filtration to this specification guarantees that the majority of particulate matter, including asbestos fibers, is retained and does not enter the water treatment facility, where it could potentially be problematic. Thus, adhering to this regulation helps maintain compliance with health and safety standards and mitigates the risk of asbestos-related diseases and environmental pollution.