Administration, Codes, and Regulations Flashcards
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Which federal agency regulates lead content in plumbing materials used in public water systems under the Safe Drinking Water Act?
Answer: EPA
The EPA enforces the Safe Drinking Water Act, including the Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act limiting lead in plumbing products.
Under the 2021 IPC, what is the maximum allowable lead content by weighted average for solder and flux used in potable water systems?
Answer: 0.25%
Federal law and the IPC limit lead content in solder and flux to no more than 0.25% by weighted average for potable water systems.
Which plumbing code standard governs water supply fixture units (WSFU) used to size water distribution systems?
Answer: IPC Table 604.3
IPC Table 604.3 provides the water supply fixture unit values used to calculate demand loads for sizing water supply piping.
A master plumber takes on an apprentice who performs work unsupervised and causes property damage. Who bears primary liability?
Answer: The master plumber who is responsible for supervision
The master plumber is legally responsible for supervising and is liable for work performed under their license.
Under the IPC, what must be done with all plumbing systems before a certificate of occupancy is issued?
Answer: Tested, inspected, and approved by the AHJ
All plumbing systems must pass all required tests and inspections and receive AHJ approval before occupancy is permitted.
Which of the following best describes a 'listed' product as used in the IPC?
Answer: Equipment included in a list published by an approved testing organization showing compliance with standards
A listed product has been evaluated by an approved third-party testing organization and is included in their published compliance listings.
Under most state plumbing regulations, how must a master plumber notify the licensing board if they change their business address?
Answer: Written notification within the time period specified by state rules, typically 30 days
Most state licensing laws require master plumbers to notify the board of address changes in writing within a specified period, commonly 30 days.