IAPMO R&T First in World to Receive NOM-012-CONAGUA-2021 Accreditation | | IAPMO R&T, North America’s premier certification agency for the plumbing industry, is excited to announce it is the first certification body in the world to receive accreditation through entidad Mexicana de acreditación, A.C. (ema) to NOM-012-CONAGUA-2021, Mexico’s new mandatory national standard for valves and faucets. IAPMO R&T is now accepting applications for certification. | | Navigating California’s Proposition 65 | | |
California’s Proposition 65 requires businesses to provide warnings about significant exposures to certain chemicals. Recent amendments introduce substantial changes to the requirements for short-form warnings, including:
- At least one chemical name must be included in the short-form warning content.
- Changes to warning type size and new options for warning formats.
- Revised requirements for internet-based warnings.
The new amendments took effect Jan. 1, 2025, with a three-year transition period. Additional information, as well as the regulatory text, may be found on the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) website at https://oehha.ca.gov/proposition-65.
IAPMO is pleased to offer conformity assessment services to support manufacturers in meeting Proposition 65 requirements. Our toxicologist experts are ready to support your needs. Please contact info@iapmo.org for additional information.
| | Understanding the all-Gender Bathroom Requirements in the UPC | | There are cities, states and municipalities that allow toilet facilities designed for use by any gender. The question always comes up on how the number of fixtures should be calculated. They are commonly found in malls, airports, and businesses. But when it comes to these facilities, what are the best practices used to calculate the minimum number of fixtures. Calculating the minimum number of fixtures for separate female and male facilities is common, but calculating the minimum number of fixtures for toilet facilities is not as common. | | Nationwide Cross-Connection: Is the Job Finished? | | If you think the job of establishing strong cross-connection programs in the United States is finished, you are wrong. If you think the job of establishing a strong cross-connection program in your state is finished, you are wrong. If you think the job of establishing a strong cross-connection program in your city or town is finished, you are wrong. The job of establishing a strong cross-connection program in all jurisdictions will never be complete. Change is the only constant that exists in our industry. We need to stay focused on public education for every segment of the population including government officials and elected officers. | | WaterSense Specification Paused by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency | | The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced a pause in the implementation of the WaterSense Specification for Tank-Type Toilets Version 2.0. Until further notice, the previous version of the specification will remain in effect. More information can be found at EPA’s WaterSense website: http://www.epa.gov/watersense/residential-toilets | | Access to clean water and safe sanitation is a fundamental human right, yet billions of people still lack these essential services. IWSH projects change lives while elevating the plumbing industry’s vital role. When you support IWSH, 100% of your contribution goes directly to our work. Click here for IWSH 2024 Year in Review to explore IWSH’s full impact and join our mission for change. | | IAPMO Government Relations Corner | | New Jersey Declares March as March4Water Month; California Introduces Legislation to Recognize the Critical Role of Water Infrastructure | | New Jersey has officially declared March as March4Water Month, recognizing the importance of strong water infrastructure, while California has introduced legislation to follow suit. These actions highlight the growing recognition of the need for policies that strengthen plumbing systems and safeguard access to clean, reliable water in the face of natural disasters and other infrastructure challenges. | | Texas Plumbing Industry Stakeholders Hold Inaugural Industry Day | | The Texas plumbing industry came together on Tuesday for the inaugural Texas Plumbing Industry Day, an event aimed at connecting stakeholders with policymakers to discuss key industry priorities. Members of the Texas state legislature and their staff gathered at a reception where sponsors highlighted the critical role of plumbing professionals in protecting public health and safety, the industry's commitment to workforce development, and the importance of maintaining the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners. | | IAPMO’s Jim Scarborough Elected Chair of High-Performance Buildings Coalition | | IAPMO is pleased to announce Jim Scarborough, director of Government Relations, has been elected chair of the High Performance Buildings Coalition (HPBC) for the 119th Congress. Scarborough and other members of the executive committee were elected by the HPBC membership. | | IAPMO Codes and Standards Corner | | ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI Series 6000-2024 Now Available | | ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI Series 6000-2024, the Professional Qualifications Standard for Medical Gas Systems Personnel, has been designated as an American National Standard by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and is now available for purchase. This new edition of the ASSE Series 6000 builds on the 2021 version and includes key updates, including the addition of Standard 6070 for Medical Gas Systems Design Instructors. | |
IAPMO Releases Peak Water Demand Study, Full Study, Advancing Efficient Plumbing Design | IAPMO has released Peak Water Demand Study: Full Study, a comprehensive analysis redefining water supply system sizing for residential and multi-family buildings. Based on real-world data from more than 1,000 households, the full study provides an evidence-based approach to right-sizing plumbing systems — demonstrating reductions in water waste, construction costs, and public health risks. | Changing Stations are Changing – and Codes are Keeping Up | Americans have grown accustomed to seeing baby changing stations in public restrooms. Consisting of a platform attached to a wall that can be folded up when not in use, they were introduced during the 1980s and became more prevalent after the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was revised in 2010 to include standards for them. | | Hidden Heroes of Water Conservation: How Plumbing Fixtures Are Saving Trillions of Gallons | | Water is one of our most precious resources, yet we waste billions of gallons every year—often without even realizing it. But what if the biggest solution wasn’t flashy new technology, but something as simple as the toilet, showerhead, or faucet in your home? | | Read the 2024 codes online for FREE! | | |
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