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News Release from: BSI British Standards | Subject: Materials in contact with drinking water
Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 30 May 2005
BS for materials in contact with
drinking water
BSI Business Information is implementing a new series of European Standards aimed at providing requirements and recommendations for all materials in contact with drinking water.
Building design of installations conveying potable water It has become increasingly important for the construction industry to ensure that the design of buildings and water installations are as safe as possible BSI Business Information is implementing a new series of European Standards aimed at providing requirements and recommendations for all materials in contact with drinking water
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 9 Mar 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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To support the safety regulations BSI has just published and #8209; NEW BS EN 806-2:2005 Specification for installations inside buildings conveying water for human consumption.
Design applies to new installations, outside pipework, alterations and repairs.
It provides technical requirements so that: Appropriate pressures and flow rates are achieved Water quality at the tap is not contaminated or affected by the local environment The system from mains connection to tap avoids waste and leakage The system is efficient, convenient, safe, reliable and has a reasonable working life It is important that anyone currently using BS 6700:1997 is made aware that BS EN 806 parts 1-5 will eventually replace it fully.
Who should use BS EN 806-2?.
It is intended for: Anyone currently using BS 6700:1997.
Building designers.
Installers of water supply systems.
Mains water suppliers including local authorities.
Those responsible for local authority mains, building sites or public and private buildings.
Price GBP 128, GBP 64 for BSI Subscribing Members.
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