2017 Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code (OPSC)

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These rules adopt the 2017 Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code (OPSC). The 2017 Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code is based on the 2015 edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, with Oregon specific amendments. These rules include some non-substantive housekeeping changes to administrative rules that provide clarity and consistency among the division’s rules.

Citation: Amend: 918-750-0110 and 918-750-0115. These rules become effective October 1, 2017.

Effect: These rules adopt the 2017 Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code.

Based on the ANSI accredited American National Standard 2015 Uniform Plumbing Code, the Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code has been integrated into a convenient, single publication that includes updates and errata pages.

The codes of practice attempt to minimize public risk by specifying technical standards of design, materials, workmanship and maintenance for plumbing systems. The main aims of the code are:

• To ensure that planners, administrators and plumbers develop the required competency to ensure that the codes are applied and upheld;
• That standards are set to ensure that plumbing assemblies, materials and technologies are safe and effective;
• To ensure that plumbing installations meet these standards;
• To ensure safety and effectiveness continuously through the proper maintenance of these installations.

ISBN. #: 9781944366049/010517/10-17OR