The document provides an overview of the requirements for lead in plumbing products under the Safe Drinking Water Act and the Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act. Key points include that as of January 2014, the maximum allowable lead content was lowered to 0.25% for pipes, fittings, and other plumbing products that convey water for human consumption. States are responsible for enforcing these requirements, often through building and plumbing codes. The role of code officials is to ensure compliant products are installed and help identify approved products, which have varying certification standards between manufacturers.
Lead Free Regulations Impact on Selection of Potable Water ValvesIves Equipment
Recent legislation in several states has tightened regulation of lead content in the components of potable (drinkable) water treatment systems. Other states may well be considering similar moves. This pace of regulation seems unlikely to slacken.
This report examines the choices facing specifiers and purchasers of small solenoid valves for potable water systems. It weighs the advantage and disadvantages of brass, plastic, and stainless steel designs. Finally, it suggests the solutions that smart planners should consider for current and future use.
The Hawaii Undersea Military Munitions Assessment (HUMMA) is multi-phase program undertaking the unique challenge of characterizing a historic deep-water (500 to 2,000 foot deep) chemical munitions disposal site to determine the potential impact of the ocean environment on sea-disposed munitions and of sea-disposed munitions on the ocean environment and those that use it. This program, which began in 2007 and is entering its final phase, involves the orchestration of a multidisciplinary team—historians, oceanographers, marine geophysicists and geochemists, environmental scientists, and biologists from academia, industry and government—and a variety of sophisticated equipment to accomplish a wide array of research objectives during short-duration and high-intensity field deployments. To date, the HUMMA team has achieved a series of programmatic successes, facilitated technology transfers and documented lessons learned that can be applied to investigations of underwater munitions sites worldwide.
Did you know there are no safe blood levels of lead? And yet, over 18 million people in the U.S. are exposed to lead in their drinking water unknowingly. Our goal is to share information on the Safe Drinking Water Act and the difference between lead solder and lead-free pipes.
Waterworks Best Practices: Containment Backflow Preventer Design & PlacementSafe-T-Cover
Where is the safest, smartest, and most cost effective location to install a containment backflow preventer? If you think it's in a vault or inside a building you may need to think again. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages to each option in this guide on backflow installation.
Brenward Industries produces a diesel exhaust fluid called N2DEF that has higher purity levels than other DEF products on the market. They developed a special manufacturing process that removes more contaminants, improving the fluid's performance in SCR systems. Customers report experiencing fewer SCR system faults, lower maintenance costs, and being able to go 15% longer between refills after switching to N2DEF. Test results show N2DEF meets and exceeds ISO 22241 quality standards for DEF with lower levels of impurities.
11 Methods You Can Use to Meet the RoHS Declaration RequirementJim Kandler
There is more than one way to ‘skin a cat’.
While this presentation is focused on RoHS II, many of the declaration acquisition concepts presented may also be applied to other substance regulations.
Assent Compliance www.assentcompliance.com provides free informational webinars for the latest in REACH, RoHS, Conflict Mineral and other restricted substances.
Assent Compliance with offices in Canada, US and EU provides consulting services and compliance software to businesses that must comply with local, national or global environmental regulations. Visit Assent Compliance for more information.
This document summarizes heavy metal toxicity in animals. It discusses various heavy metal contaminations across India including from lead in water, arsenic contamination of groundwater in West Bengal and Bangladesh, and various industrial sites contaminated with heavy metals. It also outlines the clinical signs and target organ toxicity of several heavy metals including lead, mercury, cadmium, and arsenic as well as methods for managing heavy metal toxicity.
Lead Free Regulations Impact on Selection of Potable Water ValvesIves Equipment
Recent legislation in several states has tightened regulation of lead content in the components of potable (drinkable) water treatment systems. Other states may well be considering similar moves. This pace of regulation seems unlikely to slacken.
This report examines the choices facing specifiers and purchasers of small solenoid valves for potable water systems. It weighs the advantage and disadvantages of brass, plastic, and stainless steel designs. Finally, it suggests the solutions that smart planners should consider for current and future use.
The Hawaii Undersea Military Munitions Assessment (HUMMA) is multi-phase program undertaking the unique challenge of characterizing a historic deep-water (500 to 2,000 foot deep) chemical munitions disposal site to determine the potential impact of the ocean environment on sea-disposed munitions and of sea-disposed munitions on the ocean environment and those that use it. This program, which began in 2007 and is entering its final phase, involves the orchestration of a multidisciplinary team—historians, oceanographers, marine geophysicists and geochemists, environmental scientists, and biologists from academia, industry and government—and a variety of sophisticated equipment to accomplish a wide array of research objectives during short-duration and high-intensity field deployments. To date, the HUMMA team has achieved a series of programmatic successes, facilitated technology transfers and documented lessons learned that can be applied to investigations of underwater munitions sites worldwide.
Did you know there are no safe blood levels of lead? And yet, over 18 million people in the U.S. are exposed to lead in their drinking water unknowingly. Our goal is to share information on the Safe Drinking Water Act and the difference between lead solder and lead-free pipes.
Waterworks Best Practices: Containment Backflow Preventer Design & PlacementSafe-T-Cover
Where is the safest, smartest, and most cost effective location to install a containment backflow preventer? If you think it's in a vault or inside a building you may need to think again. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages to each option in this guide on backflow installation.
Brenward Industries produces a diesel exhaust fluid called N2DEF that has higher purity levels than other DEF products on the market. They developed a special manufacturing process that removes more contaminants, improving the fluid's performance in SCR systems. Customers report experiencing fewer SCR system faults, lower maintenance costs, and being able to go 15% longer between refills after switching to N2DEF. Test results show N2DEF meets and exceeds ISO 22241 quality standards for DEF with lower levels of impurities.
11 Methods You Can Use to Meet the RoHS Declaration RequirementJim Kandler
There is more than one way to ‘skin a cat’.
While this presentation is focused on RoHS II, many of the declaration acquisition concepts presented may also be applied to other substance regulations.
Assent Compliance www.assentcompliance.com provides free informational webinars for the latest in REACH, RoHS, Conflict Mineral and other restricted substances.
Assent Compliance with offices in Canada, US and EU provides consulting services and compliance software to businesses that must comply with local, national or global environmental regulations. Visit Assent Compliance for more information.
This document summarizes heavy metal toxicity in animals. It discusses various heavy metal contaminations across India including from lead in water, arsenic contamination of groundwater in West Bengal and Bangladesh, and various industrial sites contaminated with heavy metals. It also outlines the clinical signs and target organ toxicity of several heavy metals including lead, mercury, cadmium, and arsenic as well as methods for managing heavy metal toxicity.
This document covers PVC and PVCO pressure pipe for potable water, reuse water, and sanitary force main systems; and PVC nonpressure pipe for gravity storm water and sanitary sewer systems. All pipes are made in lengths that are assembled at the job site. Each length has a belled end with a elastomeric gasket such that each pipe length’s spigot end fits inside the belled end of the next pipe length.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCT DECLARATIONS FOR UNDERGROUND PIPINGManishPatel169454
Assessment of environmental claims for materials and
products used in underground piping infrastructure can be a
daunting task, since there are many widely varying methods
that can provide contradictory results. The most logical
way to ensure valid sustainability assessment is to use an
internationally recognized, third-party certified method like
an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD).
Enforcement of the NPDES of the Clean Water Act is difficult because.pdfmeerobertsonheyde608
Enforcement of the NPDES of the Clean Water Act is difficult because the only penalties that
may be assessed under the Act are civil fines of up to $25,000 per day per violation.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 2
Nutrients are important to the health of a body of water and increase vegetation growth, thereby
improving the quality of the water.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 3
The primary source of pollution of streams today is industrial sources.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 4
Pollution from nonpoint sources is easier to control than pollution from point sources because
it\'s difficult to convince polluters to purchase and install expensive pollution control devices.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 5
The goals of the FWPCA were to make all waters in the U. S. capable of sustaining fishing and
swimming, and to totally eliminate pollutant discharges into navigable waters.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 6
Point source pollutants are controlled under the FWPCA by a system of discharge permits that
limit the amount of particular effluents that a plant can discharge into the water.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 7
Under appropriative rights, the right to use the water is established by actual consumptive use of
the water.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 8
Ground water pollution is not a real problem because there is so much of it that it does not matter
if we cannot use a little of it.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 9
Under the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System, the amount of emissions allowed by
a permit are determined by the type of pollutant, the type of discharger, and whether the source is
existing or new.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 10
Groundwater is the source of domestic drinking water for only a tiny fraction of the population.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 11
The Safe Drinking Water Act establishes drinking water standards that are applicable to
bottled water.
municipal water supply systems.
private wells.
all of the above.
5 points
QUESTION 12
Which of the following is not a waterborne disease?
cholera
typhoid fever.
shigellosis.
none of the above.
5 points
QUESTION 13
Dischargers of conventional pollutants must meet
the most stringent pollution control technology standards.
the least stringent pollution control technology standards
BAT
none of the above.
5 points
QUESTION 14
Potential sources of contamination of groundwater DO NOT include
home septic tank systems
hazardous waste land disposal facilities.
underground storage tanks.
none of the above.
5 points
QUESTION 15
The MCL for drinking water
is determined by the EPA and is stricter than the MCLG.
takes into account the feasibility of attaining the standard.
must be developed for pollutants on the Contaminant Candidate List (CCL).
both a and c.
5 points
QUESTION 16
When states are designating streams and lakes for uses, the waterways that must become the
cleanest are those designated for
recreational use.
public water supply.
agricultural use.
industrial use.
5 points
QUESTION 17
The t.
This regulatory update from CH2M provides summaries of regulations from various agencies in August 2015 related to air, natural resources, nuclear, occupational safety, ozone depleting substances, waste, and water. Key highlights include:
- EPA designated two new equivalent methods for measuring particulate matter and ozone concentrations in ambient air.
- EPA proposed amendments to standards for methane and volatile organic compounds from oil and natural gas sources.
- The Fish and Wildlife Service proposed changes to critical habitat designations and listings of endangered species.
- NRC proposed revisions to criteria for determining abnormal occurrences at nuclear facilities.
- OSHA proposed lowering exposure limits for beryllium in general industries.
The document discusses the importance of corrosion prevention for reinforcing infrastructure in the United States. It notes that an estimated 240,000 water mains break per year, costing $6 billion daily in leaks and breaks. Properly mitigating corrosion through qualified applicators, certified inspectors, and coatings can expand infrastructure lifetimes to 100 years while reducing costs by up to 30%. Certification standards like NACE 13/SSPC ACS-1 help ensure corrosion prevention projects are completed safely, effectively and economically.
The document discusses the importance of corrosion prevention for reinforcing infrastructure in the United States. It notes that an estimated 240,000 water mains break per year, costing $6 billion daily in leaks and breaks. Properly mitigating corrosion through qualified applicators, certified inspectors, and coatings can expand infrastructure lifetimes to 100 years while reducing costs by up to 30%. Certification standards like NACE 13/SSPC ACS-1 help ensure corrosion prevention projects are completed safely, effectively and cost efficiently.
This document covers PVC and PVCO pressure pipe for potable water, reuse water, and sanitary force main systems; and PVC nonpressure pipe for gravity storm water and sanitary sewer systems. All pipes are made in lengths that are assembled at the job site. Each length has a belled end with a elastomeric gasket such that each pipe length’s spigot end fits inside the belled end of the next pipe length.
Our mission is to promote use of longer-life, lower-maintenance, corrosion-proof PVC pipe in water and wastewater systems – for real sustainability, strength and long-term asset management
Uni-Bell PVC Pipe Association ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCT DECLARATIONManishPatel169454
Our mission is to promote use of longer-life, lower-maintenance, corrosion-proof PVC pipe in water and wastewater systems – for real sustainability, strength and long-term asset managemen
This environmental product declaration provides information on the life cycle environmental impacts of PVC pipe systems. It summarizes the results for eight PVC pipe products used in pressure and non-pressure applications. The document covers the raw material extraction, manufacturing, installation, use, and end-of-life stages. It finds that for pressure pipe, installation and the 50-year use phase are the largest contributors to impacts. For non-pressure pipe, installation has the greatest impact. The study shows a 6% reduction in embodied carbon and impacts from the previous study, due to manufacturing improvements.
The document summarizes the history and evolution of stormwater management regulations in the United States from the 1940s to present. It discusses the key laws passed including the Clean Water Act and its amendments. It describes the development of NPDES permitting programs for municipal separate storm sewer systems and the establishment of effluent limitation guidelines and best management practices for stormwater. It also discusses the concept of "maximum extent practicable" in regulating stormwater discharges.
02 - House E&C Subcommmittee Testimony-Mike FreemanChelsea Ritchie
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- The report analyzes the $28.5 billion water treatment product industry in China, providing historical and forecasted demand data from 2001-2020 by market and product type.
- It expects the market to grow 10.3% annually to $46.6 billion by 2015, driven by manufacturing, power generation, and government efforts to improve water quality and access.
- Industrial water treatment will remain dominant and see robust growth, while demand for non-chemical equipment like membranes and disinfection will rise the fastest due to technology advances and stricter standards.
- The report profiles 33 industry participants and considers factors like environmental regulations, industry structure, and competitive strategies.
This document summarizes water pollution and policies for controlling it. It discusses various sources of water pollution including point sources like sewage pipes and non-point sources like agricultural runoff. It outlines the US Clean Water Act's approach of using technology-based effluent limitations and permits to regulate point sources, and its challenges in controlling non-point sources. While progress was made in wastewater treatment, the approach still relies heavily on regulation and faces difficulties in cost-effectively achieving water quality goals.
UK WATER INDUSTRY RESEARCH - THE BIG QUESTIONS FOR STRATEGY wle-ss
This document discusses strategies for research and innovation in the UK water industry. It outlines 12 "big questions" focused on achieving goals like halving water abstractions, achieving zero leakage, and zero interruptions to water supplies by 2050. UKWIR is introduced as a non-profit organization established in 1993 and funded by UK water companies to coordinate common interest research. Opportunities for collaboration and new technologies are discussed. Achieving the ambitious targets will require innovative solutions and a collaborative approach across the industry.
The document discusses point source water pollution and regulations. It provides background on key policies and acts related to water quality regulation, such as the Clean Water Act. It also summarizes different regulatory approaches for point sources, including command-and-control regulations and market-based mechanisms like effluent taxes and tradable permit systems. Overall, the document presents an overview of point source pollution issues and the evolution of policies in the United States to regulate industrial and municipal wastewater discharges.
The EPA finalized a rule establishing pretreatment standards for wastewater from unconventional oil and gas extraction facilities being discharged to municipal sewage treatment plants. The rule prevents the discharge of pollutants from these wastewaters in order to protect human health and the environment as well as prevent disruptions to sewage treatment plant operations. The pretreatment standards require zero discharge of pollutants from unconventional oil and gas extraction facilities to sewage treatment plants and take effect 60 days after publication.
DC Water faced significant problems with grease buildup in sewer lines causing blockages and overflows. Testing of Ecobiotix, a microbial product, showed that it reduced grease levels in sewer lines by 75% with no damage to equipment. Ecobiotix offers benefits over harsh chemical alternatives as it is non-toxic, non-corrosive, and can degrade hydrocarbons and other pollutants. DC Water saw improved flow after using Ecobiotix and it continues to provide benefits by creating a microbial barrier in the sewer lines.
This document covers PVC and PVCO pressure pipe for potable water, reuse water, and sanitary force main systems; and PVC nonpressure pipe for gravity storm water and sanitary sewer systems. All pipes are made in lengths that are assembled at the job site. Each length has a belled end with a elastomeric gasket such that each pipe length’s spigot end fits inside the belled end of the next pipe length.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCT DECLARATIONS FOR UNDERGROUND PIPINGManishPatel169454
Assessment of environmental claims for materials and
products used in underground piping infrastructure can be a
daunting task, since there are many widely varying methods
that can provide contradictory results. The most logical
way to ensure valid sustainability assessment is to use an
internationally recognized, third-party certified method like
an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD).
Enforcement of the NPDES of the Clean Water Act is difficult because.pdfmeerobertsonheyde608
Enforcement of the NPDES of the Clean Water Act is difficult because the only penalties that
may be assessed under the Act are civil fines of up to $25,000 per day per violation.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 2
Nutrients are important to the health of a body of water and increase vegetation growth, thereby
improving the quality of the water.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 3
The primary source of pollution of streams today is industrial sources.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 4
Pollution from nonpoint sources is easier to control than pollution from point sources because
it\'s difficult to convince polluters to purchase and install expensive pollution control devices.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 5
The goals of the FWPCA were to make all waters in the U. S. capable of sustaining fishing and
swimming, and to totally eliminate pollutant discharges into navigable waters.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 6
Point source pollutants are controlled under the FWPCA by a system of discharge permits that
limit the amount of particular effluents that a plant can discharge into the water.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 7
Under appropriative rights, the right to use the water is established by actual consumptive use of
the water.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 8
Ground water pollution is not a real problem because there is so much of it that it does not matter
if we cannot use a little of it.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 9
Under the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System, the amount of emissions allowed by
a permit are determined by the type of pollutant, the type of discharger, and whether the source is
existing or new.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 10
Groundwater is the source of domestic drinking water for only a tiny fraction of the population.
True
False
5 points
QUESTION 11
The Safe Drinking Water Act establishes drinking water standards that are applicable to
bottled water.
municipal water supply systems.
private wells.
all of the above.
5 points
QUESTION 12
Which of the following is not a waterborne disease?
cholera
typhoid fever.
shigellosis.
none of the above.
5 points
QUESTION 13
Dischargers of conventional pollutants must meet
the most stringent pollution control technology standards.
the least stringent pollution control technology standards
BAT
none of the above.
5 points
QUESTION 14
Potential sources of contamination of groundwater DO NOT include
home septic tank systems
hazardous waste land disposal facilities.
underground storage tanks.
none of the above.
5 points
QUESTION 15
The MCL for drinking water
is determined by the EPA and is stricter than the MCLG.
takes into account the feasibility of attaining the standard.
must be developed for pollutants on the Contaminant Candidate List (CCL).
both a and c.
5 points
QUESTION 16
When states are designating streams and lakes for uses, the waterways that must become the
cleanest are those designated for
recreational use.
public water supply.
agricultural use.
industrial use.
5 points
QUESTION 17
The t.
This regulatory update from CH2M provides summaries of regulations from various agencies in August 2015 related to air, natural resources, nuclear, occupational safety, ozone depleting substances, waste, and water. Key highlights include:
- EPA designated two new equivalent methods for measuring particulate matter and ozone concentrations in ambient air.
- EPA proposed amendments to standards for methane and volatile organic compounds from oil and natural gas sources.
- The Fish and Wildlife Service proposed changes to critical habitat designations and listings of endangered species.
- NRC proposed revisions to criteria for determining abnormal occurrences at nuclear facilities.
- OSHA proposed lowering exposure limits for beryllium in general industries.
The document discusses the importance of corrosion prevention for reinforcing infrastructure in the United States. It notes that an estimated 240,000 water mains break per year, costing $6 billion daily in leaks and breaks. Properly mitigating corrosion through qualified applicators, certified inspectors, and coatings can expand infrastructure lifetimes to 100 years while reducing costs by up to 30%. Certification standards like NACE 13/SSPC ACS-1 help ensure corrosion prevention projects are completed safely, effectively and economically.
The document discusses the importance of corrosion prevention for reinforcing infrastructure in the United States. It notes that an estimated 240,000 water mains break per year, costing $6 billion daily in leaks and breaks. Properly mitigating corrosion through qualified applicators, certified inspectors, and coatings can expand infrastructure lifetimes to 100 years while reducing costs by up to 30%. Certification standards like NACE 13/SSPC ACS-1 help ensure corrosion prevention projects are completed safely, effectively and cost efficiently.
This document covers PVC and PVCO pressure pipe for potable water, reuse water, and sanitary force main systems; and PVC nonpressure pipe for gravity storm water and sanitary sewer systems. All pipes are made in lengths that are assembled at the job site. Each length has a belled end with a elastomeric gasket such that each pipe length’s spigot end fits inside the belled end of the next pipe length.
Our mission is to promote use of longer-life, lower-maintenance, corrosion-proof PVC pipe in water and wastewater systems – for real sustainability, strength and long-term asset management
Uni-Bell PVC Pipe Association ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCT DECLARATIONManishPatel169454
Our mission is to promote use of longer-life, lower-maintenance, corrosion-proof PVC pipe in water and wastewater systems – for real sustainability, strength and long-term asset managemen
This environmental product declaration provides information on the life cycle environmental impacts of PVC pipe systems. It summarizes the results for eight PVC pipe products used in pressure and non-pressure applications. The document covers the raw material extraction, manufacturing, installation, use, and end-of-life stages. It finds that for pressure pipe, installation and the 50-year use phase are the largest contributors to impacts. For non-pressure pipe, installation has the greatest impact. The study shows a 6% reduction in embodied carbon and impacts from the previous study, due to manufacturing improvements.
The document summarizes the history and evolution of stormwater management regulations in the United States from the 1940s to present. It discusses the key laws passed including the Clean Water Act and its amendments. It describes the development of NPDES permitting programs for municipal separate storm sewer systems and the establishment of effluent limitation guidelines and best management practices for stormwater. It also discusses the concept of "maximum extent practicable" in regulating stormwater discharges.
02 - House E&C Subcommmittee Testimony-Mike FreemanChelsea Ritchie
Michael Freeman, president of WD-40 Company, testified before two congressional subcommittees regarding EPA's proposed lowering of national ozone standards. He expressed concerns that further lowering the standard could (1) harm WD-40 products by requiring reformulations that impact effectiveness and usability; (2) lead to overlapping state regulations that create compliance challenges; and (3) negatively impact the aerosol industry through high costs of compliance. Freeman recommended keeping the current ozone standard until states implement existing regulations and more data is available on their impacts.
- The report analyzes the $28.5 billion water treatment product industry in China, providing historical and forecasted demand data from 2001-2020 by market and product type.
- It expects the market to grow 10.3% annually to $46.6 billion by 2015, driven by manufacturing, power generation, and government efforts to improve water quality and access.
- Industrial water treatment will remain dominant and see robust growth, while demand for non-chemical equipment like membranes and disinfection will rise the fastest due to technology advances and stricter standards.
- The report profiles 33 industry participants and considers factors like environmental regulations, industry structure, and competitive strategies.
This document summarizes water pollution and policies for controlling it. It discusses various sources of water pollution including point sources like sewage pipes and non-point sources like agricultural runoff. It outlines the US Clean Water Act's approach of using technology-based effluent limitations and permits to regulate point sources, and its challenges in controlling non-point sources. While progress was made in wastewater treatment, the approach still relies heavily on regulation and faces difficulties in cost-effectively achieving water quality goals.
UK WATER INDUSTRY RESEARCH - THE BIG QUESTIONS FOR STRATEGY wle-ss
This document discusses strategies for research and innovation in the UK water industry. It outlines 12 "big questions" focused on achieving goals like halving water abstractions, achieving zero leakage, and zero interruptions to water supplies by 2050. UKWIR is introduced as a non-profit organization established in 1993 and funded by UK water companies to coordinate common interest research. Opportunities for collaboration and new technologies are discussed. Achieving the ambitious targets will require innovative solutions and a collaborative approach across the industry.
The document discusses point source water pollution and regulations. It provides background on key policies and acts related to water quality regulation, such as the Clean Water Act. It also summarizes different regulatory approaches for point sources, including command-and-control regulations and market-based mechanisms like effluent taxes and tradable permit systems. Overall, the document presents an overview of point source pollution issues and the evolution of policies in the United States to regulate industrial and municipal wastewater discharges.
The EPA finalized a rule establishing pretreatment standards for wastewater from unconventional oil and gas extraction facilities being discharged to municipal sewage treatment plants. The rule prevents the discharge of pollutants from these wastewaters in order to protect human health and the environment as well as prevent disruptions to sewage treatment plant operations. The pretreatment standards require zero discharge of pollutants from unconventional oil and gas extraction facilities to sewage treatment plants and take effect 60 days after publication.
DC Water faced significant problems with grease buildup in sewer lines causing blockages and overflows. Testing of Ecobiotix, a microbial product, showed that it reduced grease levels in sewer lines by 75% with no damage to equipment. Ecobiotix offers benefits over harsh chemical alternatives as it is non-toxic, non-corrosive, and can degrade hydrocarbons and other pollutants. DC Water saw improved flow after using Ecobiotix and it continues to provide benefits by creating a microbial barrier in the sewer lines.
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1. Safe Drinking Water Act:
2014 Requirements for
Lead in Plumbing
Products
Shawn Martin
Director of PMG Activities
International Code
Council
10/31/2013 VersionSafe Drinking Water Act
2. Disclaimer
This presentation is for information purposes
only and is not intended to be legal advice.
Should any party need legal advice
regarding the information contained herein,
they should contact their own counsel who
specializes in this area of law.
Safe Drinking Water Act 2
3. Description
Overview of the critical concepts of the "Reduction of
Lead in Drinking Water Act”
Focuses on the role of the code official implementing the law.
Note: References to FAQ in the document are to the Summary
Of The Reduction Of Lead In Drinking Water Act And Frequently
Asked Questions, U.S. EPA, October, 2013 which was recently
released in October, 2013.
Brought to you by the by ICC PMG Membership Council
and ICC Evaluation Service
Safe Drinking Water Act 3
4. Why Lead in Plumbing?
Lead has a long association with plumbing.
Safe Drinking Water Act 4
Term plumbing is based on the Latin
word “plumbum”
Wide use for plumbing pipes and fittings
and solder even into modern times.
More recently it is used as an
alloying element in cast bronze and
brass
Improves machinability
Reduces porosity
Resistant to corrosion
5. Health Effects of Lead
Lead causes a range of issues in adults and
children – many are lifelong
Neurotoxin that affects central nervous and
reproductive systems
Especially harmful to children and pregnant
women
Builds up - accumulates in bone and fat tissue
Lowers IQ, create behavioral issues, slow growth
“No safe blood level of lead has been identified.”1
Safe Drinking Water Act 51: CDC: Blood Lead Levels in Children Aged 1-5 Years – U.S., 1999-2010
Sources: food, water, contaminated soil, dust, paint, ceramics
6. Lead Poisoning Prevention Policy and
Children’s Average Blood Lead Levels
‘92‘76 ‘80 ‘82 ‘84 ‘86 ‘88 ‘90 ‘94 ‘96 ‘98
Year
‘72
BloodLeadLevels(µ/dL)
18
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
0
‘00‘78
Residential
Lead Paint
Ban (1978)
Lead Contamination
Control Act (1988)
Virtual Elimination of
Lead in Gasoline
2.7 %
2.2 %
Lead in
Plumbing <8%
(SDWA 1986)
‘02 ‘04
1.2 %
‘06
0.6 %
Ban on lead solder
in food cans (1995)
Lead Title X
(1992)
Housing units with
lead based paint
hazards reduced by
40% since 1990
‘74
Lead
Gasoline
Phase-out
(1973)
Source: U.S. Centers for Disease Control
7. Why Change?
EPA: Drinking water remains a
significant source of lead exposure:
10-20% of ingested lead
CDC: No safe blood level of lead.
NSF: Lead leaching is not directly
proportional to the level of lead in
the product.*
Lower lead alternative materials.
Better lead detection methods.
Safe Drinking Water Act 7
* McLellan, C., Purkiss, D., & Greiner, P., Interim Report on Extraction Results on Leaded
Products Submitted for Evaluation Under NSF/ANSI 61, NSF International, June 2005.
8. Current Safe Drinking Water Act
No person may use any pipe, any pipe or plumbing fitting or fixture,
any solder, or any flux, after June 19, 1986, in the installation or
repair of—
(i) any public water system; or
(ii) any plumbing in a residential or nonresidential facility providing water for
human consumption, that is not LEAD FREE (within the meaning of subsection
(d) of this section). [42 USC § 300g-6]
Safe Drinking Water Act 9
< 8.0% for
Pipes, Pipe
Fittings
< 0.2 % for
Solders and
Flux
Drinking. Teeth
Brushing,
Food Prep,
Maintain Oral
Hygiene
(FAQ #7)
9. Reduction of Lead in Drinking
Water Act
Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act
Signed January 4, 2011
Effective January 4, 2014
Amends the Safe Drinking Water Act
The amended definition of “lead free” is provided
0.20% max lead for solder and flux
0.25% max lead for products by weighted average
Multiple component products are calculated to address total
wetted exposure based upon wetted surface area of each
component and that component’s lead content by percentage
Safe Drinking Water Act 10Source: Get The Lead Out Consortium Presentation
10. New Calculation Method
Applies only to wetted surface area
Averages lead content at the surface of each wetted part
Safe Drinking Water Act 11
Weighted Average Lead Content
11. 2012 International Plumbing
Code
605.2 Lead content of water supply pipe and
fittings. Pipe and pipe fittings, including valves
and faucets, utilized in the water supply system
shall have a maximum of 8-percent lead content.
NSF 61-2008 compliance required for
Safe Drinking Water Act 12
Faucets & fixture fittings
(424.1)
Water service pipe (605.3)
Distribution pipe (605.4)
Fittings (605.5)
Ball, gate, globe valves
(605.7)
DWTU tubing (611.3)
Fountains and coolers
(410.1)
12. 2015 International Plumbing
Code
Previous section on 8% lead remains. (FAQ #11)
“605.2 Lead content of water supply pipe and fittings. Pipe and
pipe fittings, including valves and faucets, utilized in the water supply
system shall have a maximum of 8-percent lead content.”
New proposal approved to add the following provision
(FAQ #19,21) :
“605.2.1 Lead content of drinking water pipe and fittings. Pipe,
pipe fittings, joints, valves, faucets, and fixture fittings utilized to supply
water for drinking or cooking purposes shall comply with NSF 372 and
shall have a weighted average lead content of 0.25 percent lead or
less.”
NSF 61 requirements remain. (FAQ#18)
Safe Drinking Water Act 13
13. What Products Are Covered?
Safe Drinking Water Act 14
Specifically Excluded Not Specifically Addressed
Toilets, Bidets, Urinals and Associated Flush
and Fill Valves
Water Heaters, Hot Water
Fixtures and Fittings
Tub fillers, Shower Valves Replacement Parts
Service Saddles Showerheads
Main Dist. Gate Valves >2” Diameter Hose Bibbs
Includes: “…any pipe or plumbing fitting or fixture… in a
residential or non-residential facility providing water for human
consumption.”
Excludes: “other uses where the water is not anticipated to be
used for human consumption.”
FAQ #6
FAQ #23-30
FAQ #9
15. Dual-Use Potable and Non-
Potable Products
Guidance Released by EPA in October, 2013
(FAQ #10, 12, 13) allows for higher lead content
product to be sold if labeled for exclusive non-
potable use.
Clear and prominent marking
Separate packaging and product labeling
Code enforcement officials should watch for and
flag installation of non-potable components in
potable applications.
Safe Drinking Water Act 16Summary of the Reduction Of Lead In Drinking Water Act &
Frequently Asked Questions, U.S. EPA, October, 2013
17. Enforcement – Role of the Code
Official
Enforcement of lead requirements for
installation/use is assigned to the states.
EPA can sanction states for failing to enforce
Primary enforcement mechanism through
building/plumbing codes.
States may assign other responsible parties
(e.g. DTSC in California)
Safe Drinking Water Act 18
18. Other Important Questions
What about replacement parts?
What about repair and return to service?
Are hot water systems considered sources
of potable water?
What about fire sprinklers, hydrants?
Do coated products comply?
Is retrofit required?
What about projects in progress?
Safe Drinking Water Act 19
?
FAQ #6
FAQ #23,29
FAQ #23
FAQ #17
FAQ #15
FAQ #23-30
FAQ #5
19. What about the states?
States may impose additional restrictions,
requirements – cannot be less stringent.
CA, LA, MD, VT currently have similar low-lead
requirements in place.
Certification, compliance requirements vary
Differing guidance on affected products
BE AWARE OF YOUR LOCAL STATE
REQUIREMENTS
8% lead limit
NSF 61
Safe Drinking Water Act 20
20. Key Difference Between
State and Federal Laws
California/Vermont/Maryland/Louisiana – applies
to any product intended to convey or dispense
water for human consumption through drinking
or cooking
Federal – Applies to any product used in
systems where water is anticipated to be used
for human consumption
Could be interpreted to cover a much broader group
of products than state laws
Safe Drinking Water Act 21Source: Get The Lead Out Consortium Presentation
21. Identifying Compliant Product
NO SINGLE WAY TO SHOW COMPLIANCE – VARIES
BETWEEN MANUFACTURERS
Options
Third-party certification to NSF 372, NSF 61 Annex G
Third-party certification to SDWA, State Lead Laws
Self-certification
Vehicles
Third-party certification listing
Product or packaging marking
Specification sheet
Manufacturer declaration (document, website)
Safe Drinking Water Act 22
Third Party
Certification
NOT
required by
SDWA
(FAQ #19)
22. Certification Marks
Safe Drinking Water Act 23How to Identify Lead-Free Certification Marks for Drinking
Water Plumbing Materials, USEPA
26. Summary and Conclusion
New federal lead requirements effective January 4, 2014
Reduce allowable lead content in potable plumbing
components to 0.25% (installed or sold)
No requirement for retrofit.
Enforcement at state level usually through codes
No single compliance mark – varies widely
States may have additional, more stringent requirements
More clarification and guidance from the EPA and states
is expected…
Safe Drinking Water Act 27
27. More Information from ICC
Resource Links: www.iccsafe.org/pmg
PMG Membership Council (free for members)
ICC-ES PMG: www.icc-es-pmg.org
Safe Drinking Water Act 28
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Resources
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Shawn:
This webinar is geared specifically for code officials and arose out of questions coming from ICC Chapters and individuals.
Manufacturers with questions regarding certification of specific products meet the requirements of state and federal lead laws should consider contacting ICC-ES PMG.
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What are the Health Effects of Lead?
Lead can affect almost every organ and system in your body. Children six years old and younger are most susceptible to the effects of lead.
Children
In children, the main target for lead toxicity is the nervous system. Even very low levels of lead in the blood of children can result in:
Permanent damage to the brain and nervous system, leading to behavior and learning problems, lower IQ, and hearing problems
Slowed growth
Anemia
In rare cases, ingestion of lead can cause seizures, coma and even death.
Pregnant Women
Lead can accumulate in our bodies over time, where it is stored in bones along with calcium. During pregnancy, lead is released from bones as maternal calcium is used to help form the bones of the fetus. This is particularly true if a woman does not have enough dietary calcium. Lead can also be circulated from the mother’s blood stream through the placenta to the fetus. Lead in a pregnant woman’s body can result in serious effects on the pregnancy and her developing fetus, including:
Miscarriage
Reduced growth of the fetus and premature birth
Find out more about lead's effects on pregnancy:
March of Dimes Healthy Pregnancy Exit
Effects of Workplace Hazards on Female Reproductive Health, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
Lead can also be transmitted through breast milk. Read more on lead exposure in pregnancy and lactating women (PDF) (302 pp, 4.2 MB, About PDF).
Adults
Lead is also harmful to other adults. Adults exposed to lead can suffer from:
Nervous system effects
Cardiovascular effects, in increased blood pressure and incidence of hypertension
Decreased kidney function
Reproductive problems (in both men and women)
Read more on the health effects of lead at the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR).
Potable Services: Services or applications that provide water suitable forhuman ingestion
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Is the International Plumbing Code changing in response to the revisions to the Safe
Drinking Water Act?
Yes. A proposal was submitted during the code development process
to insert the following language into the 2015 IPC:
“605.2.1 Lead content of drinking water pipe and fittings.
Pipe, pipe fittings, joints,
valves, faucets, and fixture fittings utilized to supply water for drinking or cooking
purposes shall comply with NSF 372 and shall have a weighted average lead content of
0.25 percent lead or less
.“
4
While the 2015 IPC, which will be released in 2014
,
will require NSF 372 certification to
comply with the new Safe Drinking Water Act provisions
,
;
it will take varying amounts of
time until jurisdictions elect to adopt the new version of the code.
Is the International Plumbing Code changing in response to the revisions to the Safe
Drinking Water Act?
Yes. A proposal was submitted during the code development process
to insert the following language into the 2015 IPC:
“605.2.1 Lead content of drinking water pipe and fittings.
Pipe, pipe fittings, joints,
valves, faucets, and fixture fittings utilized to supply water for drinking or cooking
purposes shall comply with NSF 372 and shall have a weighted average lead content of
0.25 percent lead or less
.“
4
While the 2015 IPC, which will be released in 2014
,
will require NSF 372 certification to
comply with the new Safe Drinking Water Act provisions
,
;
it will take varying amounts of
time until jurisdictions elect to adopt the new version of the code.
Free Requirement Exemptions
(A) The new requirement does not apply to pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, or fixtures, including backflow preventers, that are used exclusively for nonpotable services, such as manufacturing, industrial processing, irrigation, outdoor watering, or any other uses where the water is not anticipated to be used for human consumption.
(B) The new requirement does not apply to toilets, bidets, urinals, fill valves, flushometer valves, tub fillers, shower valves, service saddles, or water distribution main gate valves 2 inches in diameter or larger.
Free Requirement Exemptions
(A) The new requirement does not apply to pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, or fixtures, including backflow preventers, that are used exclusively for nonpotable services, such as manufacturing, industrial processing, irrigation, outdoor watering, or any other uses where the water is not anticipated to be used for human consumption.
(B) The new requirement does not apply to toilets, bidets, urinals, fill valves, flushometer valves, tub fillers, shower valves, service saddles, or water distribution main gate valves 2 inches in diameter or larger.
DTSC = California Department of Toxic Substance Control
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Since the information on this issue is still changing, it’s important for code officials and manufacturers to have reliable sources. To make it easier, ICC has collected a wide range of sources of information into a single list, which is available for download on the PMG Website as shown, under the Resources Tab. Another ongoing source of information for ICC members if the PMG Membership Council, which is free for ICC members. That council raised the need for information among ICC members, and continues to update its members on new information as it becomes available.
If you are a manufacturer who needs information on compliance and certification of a specific plumbing product, you should consider contacting ICC Evaluation Service’s PMG Group. Their website is provided above and a specific contact is provided at the end of this presentation.
Lastly, ICC is a member of the Get the Lead Out Consortium, and their resources are also a good source of information. Specific links are provided on the resource list above.