F.O.G. should be removed before it enters the collection system, and this is best managed by a good _ _ program

• A. Public Outreach
• B. Cleaning Program
• C. Industrial Waste
• D. Odor Control

Answer: (C)

F.O.G. stands for fats, oils, and grease. When these substances enter the wastewater system, they cool and solidify, cling to pipes, and clog grease interceptors, leading to mainteance headaches, backups, and sanitary sewer overflows. The way to prevent that is through a comprehensive industrial waste program that regulates dischargers—like restaurants and other facilities—before they dump into the sewer. This program typically requires proper grease traps or interceptors, routines for pumping and maintenance, and inspections or permits to ensure dischargers are treating their wastes properly. While outreach helps inform owners about best practices, and odor issues can be addressed separately, the structured controls and enforcement of an industrial waste program are what effectively keep F.O.G. out of the collection system.