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Question: 08-26 Code Section: 7 Date: 9 September 2008 OBC 2006 Reference: Question: Based on the “corporation” fitting discussion, this type of terminology should not be used as it is an industry-specific term rather than a generic, plumbing industry term defined within the Code. Could it be possible to place this type of term into […]

Question: 06-35 Code Section: 7 Date: OBC 2006 Reference: 7.2.10.4. Question: The old and new Regulation does not address the “push-on” type copper fittings recently brought on to the market, except maybe 7.2.10.4. Are these fittings certified to the proper standard and are they acceptable to the regulation for use? Interpretation: Unless a product bears

Question: 09-13 Code Section: 7 Date: 13 September 2014 OBC 2006 Reference: 7.2.1.4. Question: Ontario Building Code Section 7.2.1.4, Identification and Certification of the 1997 Ontario Building Code (OBC) states in part (Appendix B): (4) The lack of certification markings on a product or plumbing component shall be regarded as proof, in the absence of

Question: 10-25 Code Section: 7 Date: 26 October 2010 OBC 2006 Reference: 7.2.3.1 (1)(a), 7.4.5.5.(2) Question Submitted: Please see the attached photo, I feel that the trap angle may compromise the trap seal. There are four traps, two service the laundry room 2″drain and two service the showers 2″ drain, any help and code references

Question: 11-08 Code Section: 7 Date: 14 September 2011 OBC 2006 Reference: pending Question Submitted: Are there certifications and approvals required for Stainless Steel pipe and fittings? Interpretation: Yes, currently there is a new proposal for Stainless Steel pipe and fittings which should beincorporated in the next round of the Building Code. Based on Alternate