Section 675IAC15-2-33. Basic principles of plumbing standards

   The following principles are given as basic goals in environmental sanitation, worthy of accomplishment through properly designed, acceptably installed, and adequately maintained plumbing systems. The results desired and necessary to protect the health of the public are the same everywhere. Furthermore, as unforeseen situations arise that are not specifically covered in this part, the principles may serve to define the intent.

  Principle No. 1. Plumbing fixtures, devices, and appurtenances shall be supplied with water in sufficient volume and at pressures adequate to enable them to function satisfactorily and without undue noise under all normal conditions of use.

  Principle No. 2. Plumbing shall be designed and adjusted to use the minimum quantity of water consistent with proper performance and cleaning.

  Principle No. 3. Devices for heating and storing water shall be so designed and installed as to prevent dangers from contamination or explosion through overheating.

  Principle No. 4. Plumbing fixtures shall be made of smooth non-absorbent material, shall be free from concealed surfaces that may foul and shall be located in ventilated enclosures.

  Principle No. 5. The plumbing system shall be of durable material, free from defective workmanship, and so designed and constructed as to give satisfactory service for its reasonable life expectancy.

  Principle No. 6. Each fixture directly connected to the drainage system shall be installed with a water seal trap.

  Principle No. 7. The drainage system shall be designed to provide an adequate circulation of air in all piping with no danger of siphonage, aspiration, or forcing of trap seals under conditions of ordinary use.

  Principle No. 8. The plumbing system shall be subjected to tests that will effectively disclose all leaks and defects in the work, which must then be repaired.

  Principle No. 9. Toilets shall not be located in a room or compartment that is not properly lighted and ventilated.

  Principle No. 10. All plumbing fixtures shall be so installed with regard to spacing as to be reasonably accessible for their intended use. (Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 15-2-33; filed Mar 25, 1986, 1:44 pm: 9 IR 1989, eff Jun 15, 1986; readopted filed Nov 29, 2001, 12:21 p.m.: 25 IR 1306; readopted filed Sep 21, 2007, 9:20 a.m.: 20071010-IR-675070388RFA; readopted filed Oct 10, 2007, 9:16 a.m: 20071031-IR-675070388RFA; readopted filed Aug 4, 2011, 8:35 a.m.: 20110831-IR-675110254RFA)