FAQ > Rainwater Harvesting > Should I take precautions to make sure the barrel doesn’t present a hazard?
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It’s a good idea to secure the barrel so that children, pets, etc. can’t fall in and drown, and fasten it to the building ( with a strap, etc.) to ensure it won’t fall off of the base. A full rain barrel can weigh hundreds of pounds.
Last updated on January 9, 2012 by Matthew Kokenes