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Q&A 2013-004
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Rule
55
, Trash Disposal
Human excremental.
Question
Is human excremental matter considered to be trash for the purpose of RRS
55
?
Answer
No, human excremental matter is sewage and not trash. Competitors should however note that there may be other laws and regulations that apply.
This call is valid until: 2016-12-31
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