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. � , - 196 - � page 35 �i 2. 3 Separate site testing should be per�ormed in connection with all on-site system applications . On-site system ordinances should contain installation, inspection, and �acceptance procedures which require that a11 new installations , modifications , or repairs be inspected and approved prior to covering the system. Final system approval should be given only where a system has been installed consistent wi��h tne ordinance reguirements and any speci�ic condi- tions contained in the installation permit. 3. Local units of government should adoDt on-site system ordin- �nces an� controls that contain inspection and maint�nance recuire- ments where necessary and consisten� with Policy 44 and should help to ensure that system owners receive appropriate education and technical assistance with system operat�on and rnaintenance. 3 . 1 Inspection. On-site systems should be ins�ected on a regular basis, wher� necessary and consistent with Policy 44. Insaection should check the sludge and scum accumulation in a se�tic tank, or apnropriate equi�-- _ent, iz any, in an alt�rnative system. Ins�e�tion shoulc cccur no 1�ss than biannually . � 3. 2 Maintenance. Where nesessary and consisten� wi`h Policy 44 and procedure 3 . 1, local governments should reauire maintenanc� of a septic tank when ir_spection reveals that sludge reaches a point 12 inches below the bottom of the outlet bafrle and/or the � scum reaches a point 3 inches above the bot�om of the outlet - baffle. Maintenance requir�*nents ror alterr_ati�re syste.'ns should J be established in the ordinance or at the,_ time of izstallation permit approv�l: - 4. Recordkeeping. Al1 local progrzms should arovice �or recordkeeping relating to the design �d location of new and/or renovated on-siLe systems . System owners or `heir agents should be required to submit a final description of the system as installed to the local gover:zment. The descrip tion should include such information as : site addr�ss , location and layout of syst��_. on the site, type and design of syst�m installed, tyne of building served and the results ot the site suitability analysis (percolation t�st snad/or soil borings) . � 4. 1 Where necessary and consistent witt'� Policy 44, local programs should provide for on-site syste.*n data collection and recordkeeping cover�ng' the freanency of -complaints , pumping a�d/or other mainte- nance activities for eac:� system.