Question: 09-11 Code Section: 7 Date: 9 September 2009 OBC 2006 Reference: 7.6.1.6.(1) Question submitted: (Here is) a question about valving in suites of residential occupancy. 7.6.1.6.(1) says “shut off valves” SHALL be installed as may be necessary to ensure that when the supply to one suite is shut off the supply to the rest …
Question: 05-15 Code Section: 7 Date: OBC Reference: Question: If a c.o. was added in the fixture outlet pipe would an access door under the trap in a finished room still be required? Interpretation: (On. Reg. 403/97) This question keeps popping up every so often and again it is not that we do not understand …
Question: 05-22 Code Section: 7 Date: OBC 2006 Reference: Question: On the attached picture (condensate for HRV and Furnace): Do I have to vent through the roof? Interpretation: (On. Reg. 403/97) Section 7.4.2.3(3) indicates that the vent must go through the roof when fixtures are on 3 or more stories. Traps are required to prevent …
Question: 05-12 Code Section: 7 Date: OBC 2006 Reference: Question: Can you confirm if Trap Guard Pro Set Systems is acceptable for traps – not primed? Interpretation: (On. Reg. 403/97) Yes, BMEC has approved a Trap Guard as a primer with some conditions applied (see the BMEC ruling).
Question: 05-10 Code Section: 7 Date: OBC 2006 Reference: Question: Have you heard about T traps used in situations where the trap is exposed, chrome plated and are they approved? Interpretation: (ON. Reg 403/97) No, we have never heard of a T Trap.
