When sh*t happens, local knowledge comes in handy

Well sh*t happens, especially when you’re far away from home. The low night temperatures killed off the bacteria that were essential to the working of the wastewater treatment plant. As a result, the plant failed, causing a back-up and waste spillage. We were called in at 2.30 am to clean up. Manpower resolved the issue that day…and our brainpower suggested they switch to a mechanical system instead!