Code update: Chapter 2 ‘Dead Leg’ and section 309.6 A ‘Dead Leg’ is a section of potable water pipe that contains water that has no flow or does not circulate. What Changed: ‘Dead Leg’ was added to both definitions and General Regulations. Why it Changed: Substantiation for this change was that ‘dead legs’ in the water supply are not mentioned …
UPC Code Update by Tim Rutledge, Instructor, PHCC GSA Training Facility
8/25/2022 Uniform Plumbing Code update: Table 703.2 note #4 Not to exceed five water closets or five six-unit traps. What Changed: Previous versions of the code book would only allow up to 3 water closets or six-unit traps on a horizontal 3” pipe and 4 water closets or six-unit traps on a vertical 3” pipe or stack. Why it Changed: …
CAPHCC Action Alert – Your Comments Needed
Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) Kao has issued a ruling in the consolidated Energy Efficiency (EE) Business Plan and Portfolio Plan application proceeding, presenting Energy Division’s staff proposal for party comment regarding a phased transition to provide fewer ratepayer-funded incentives for gas EE measures. The ruling also seeks party comments on modifications to the Codes and Standards Advocacy programs as well …
2015 UPC Code Update: Water Supply and Distribution: Materials
PHCC of California is proud to partner with IAPMO to provide code update information to the PHCC of California Membership. CAPHCC will present updates from the 2015 Uniform Plumbing Code in accordance with our mission statement: PHCC is dedicated to the promotion, advancement, education and training of the industry, for the protection of our environment and the health, safety and comfort …
2015 UPC Code Update: 1208.5.9.2, 1208.7, and 1212.5 Gas Joints, Pressure Regulators and Valves
2015 Guide to Important Code Changes 1208.5.9.2, 1208.7, and 1212.5 Gas Joints, Pressure Regulators, and Valves What Changed 1208.5.9.2 Heat-Fusion Joint. Heat-fusion joints shall be made in accordance with AWS B2.4 qualified procedures that have been established and proven by test to produce gastight joints as strong as the pipe or tubing being joined. Joints shall be made with the …
2015 UPC Code Update: Water Supply and Distribution: Discharge Piping
PHCC of California is proud to partner with IAPMO to provide code update information to the PHCC of California Membership. CAPHCC will present updates from the 2015 Uniform Plumbing Code in accordance with our mission statement: PHCC is dedicated to the promotion, advancement, education and training of the industry, for the protection of our environment and the health, safety and comfort …
2015 UPC Code Update: Water Supply & Distribution: Pipe Insulation
PHCC of California is proud to partner with IAPMO to provide code update information to the PHCC of California Membership. We are proud to present updates from the 2015 Uniform Plumbing Code in accordance with our mission statement: PHCC is dedicated to the promotion, advancement, education and training of the industry, for the protection of our environment and the health, safety …
IAPMO – Uniform Codes Spotlight | November 3, 2016
If you have questions or comments, join the discussion on our LinkedIn page. 2015 Guide to Important Code Changes 501.1 Applicability, 505.1 Water Heaters, and 505.4 Indirect-Fired Water Heaters What Changed 501.1 Applicability. The regulations of this chapter shall govern the construction, location, and installation of fuel-burning and other types of water heaters heating potable water, together with chimneys, vents, …
IAPMO Uniform Codes Spotlight
What Changed 312.6 Freezing Protection. No water, soil, or waste pipe shall be installed or permitted outside of a building, in attics or crawl spaces, or in an exterior wall unless, where necessary, adequate provision is made to protect such pipe from freezing. Why It Changed The current text does not account for locations such as attics and crawl spaces …
Development of Mandatory Recycled Water Building Standards Begins
The California Building Standards Commission and Department of Housing and Community Development, in consultation with the State Water Resources Control Board and other public and private stakeholders, have begun coordinating the development of mandatory recycled water building standards pursuant to AB 2282 (Gatto, Chapter 606, Statutes of 2014). These activities are currently in the precycle phase, which will culminate in …
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