MCLEAN, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–lt;a href=”https://twitter.com/hashtag/Codes?src=hash” target=”_blank”gt;#Codeslt;/agt;–Registration is now open for a new Plumbing
Manufacturers International (PMI) online course featuring in-depth
information on Legionella and water supply systems, backflow issues and
several other important plumbing subjects.
“Part
2: Standards and Topics in Plumbing,” open to both PMI members and
non-members, is a follow-up to “Part
1: A Primer on Standards, Regulations, Codes and Conformity Assessment.”
Part 2 is designed for plumbing manufacturing professionals with
technical experience who would like a deeper dive into standards and
other important topics.
Part 2 course material includes a discussion on how a water supply
system can become contaminated with Legionella; how the weighted average
lead content is determined in NSF 372 (Drinking Water System Components
– Lead Content) for plumbing products such as faucets; and accessibility
requirements that impact plumbing product manufacturers. In addition,
the course covers:
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Backflow and its causes, and the standards that pertain to backflow
prevention - Standards that regulate water temperature and the various valves used
- Minimum water quality standards and conservation requirements
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Accessible design and the fundamental provisions for design and
installation - Regulations affecting manufactured housing
- Legionella and water supply systems
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Background information on the major U.S. standard development
organizations
Elida De Jesus, OEM associate with Neoperl – a PMI member, said she
plans to register for the part 2 course to build on what she learned in
the first course. “I’m looking forward to learning more about
conservation requirements, since flow rates are constantly changing, and
backflow, which is an issue in the industry.” Having started her
position only a year ago, Elida said the courses also are helping her
establish a solid foundation of industry know-how.
Emilee Hughes, PMI education manager, said the part 2 course is
invaluable for anyone wanting to learn about the many standards and
regulations for the plumbing industry. “Attendees will walk away able to
design compliant products for common situations, and for specific
purposes like manufactured housing and accessible design,” she said.
The course fee for either the Part 1 or Part 2 course:
- PMI members: $119 (a discount of $50!)
- Non-members: $169
- Group discounts available
Register for Part 1 at http://beeid.org/86123451ae59.
Register for Part 2 at http://beeid.org/5738396cf578.
About Plumbing Manufacturers International
Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI) is the trade association of
plumbing product manufacturers that produce more than 90 percent of the
United States’ plumbing products, represent more than 150 iconic brands,
and develop safe, reliable and innovative water-efficient plumbing
technologies. PMI members contribute more than 464,000 jobs and $85.5
billion in economic impact to America’s economy.
With a vision of safe, responsible plumbing – always, PMI advocates for
plumbing product performance contributing to water efficiency and
savings, sustainability, public health and safety, and consumer
satisfaction. PMI members manufacture water-efficient toilets, urinals,
faucets, showerheads and other products at more than 70 locations across
the country and market them online and in home improvement stores,
hardware stores and showrooms in all 50 states. For more information on
PMI, contact the organization at 1750 Tysons Blvd., Ste. 1500, McLean,
Va., 22102; tel.: 847-481-5500; fax: 847-481-5501. www.safeplumbing.org.
Contacts
Media contact: Ray Valek, [email protected], 708-352-8695
