Seepage is considered acceptable under which condition?

Seepage is considered acceptable under which condition?

• A. When it forms a pool
• B. In operation with no pooling
• C. Only during maintenance
• D. Never acceptable

Answer: (B)

Seepage is the slow escape of liquid through seals or joints. In operation, a small amount of seepage is tolerated only if it does not collect and form a pool. A pool means liquid has accumulated to a standing surface, which creates slip hazards, fire risk, and potential environmental damage. When seepage remains as a non-pooling condition, it can be monitored, contained, or drained as part of normal operation. Therefore, seepage is considered acceptable during operation as long as no pooling occurs.

Seepage is the slow escape of liquid through seals or joints. In operation, a small amount of seepage is tolerated only if it does not collect and form a pool. A pool means liquid has accumulated to a standing surface, which creates slip hazards, fire risk, and potential environmental damage. When seepage remains as a non-pooling condition, it can be monitored, contained, or drained as part of normal operation. Therefore, seepage is considered acceptable during operation as long as no pooling occurs.