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Reviewing worldwide plumbing and mechanical regulatory activities

Worldwide governments have been active in 2023.

October 2, 2023

As we wrap up the first three quarters of 2023, we find that October presents a perfect opportunity to review the worldwide governmental activities pertaining to topics in the mechanical and plumbing industries.

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2023 — the year of regulations

A recap of the Department of Energy’s regulatory activities.

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September 1, 2023

You may be interested to know that 2023 is noteworthy for more than hot weather. This year is an exceptionally active year for regulations in the United States.

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‘Lead-free certified’ compliance date approaches

Covered products must be lead-free certified, through third-party or self-certification, by Sept. 1.

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August 3, 2023

We should discuss an important deadline coming up early next month. It's the compliance date for third-party certification or self-certification, also known as "lead-free certified".

Misty Guard: What good are the base model codes?

An in-depth look at model codes in the United States.

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July 4, 2023

In October 2023, the United States (U.S.) code development bodies will begin development activities for the 2027 versions of the U.S. model codes.

Misty Guard: Summer standards activity

Energy, water systems, refrigerants and product standards are having a busy year.

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June 2, 2023

This month of June, six months into 2023, is a great time to review the activities of Standards Development Organizations, or SDOS. These organizations develop standards through voluntary consensus processes for product performance and safety, services, processes, systems and personnel.

Misty Guard: PFAS: A growing concern

Government actions and possible impacts to the plumbing industry.

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May 3, 2023

Welcome to Spring 2023! Regardless of the temperature, I know spring is close when the male American Goldfinches start their molt from olive green to vibrant yellow. It is a beautiful sight to see and promises warmer days ahead.

Misty Guard: Canadian Construction Codes: The new Federal-Provincial-Territorial Governance Model

After following the former code development process since 1991, Canada has adopted a new, improved model.

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April 3, 2023

April 2023. I don't know where the days and weeks have gone, but here we are again, PM Engineer readers. This time we'll discuss the important changes to the code development process in Canada!

Misty Guard: Code development changes in 2023

ICC has changes on the horizon.

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March 2, 2023

Building and safety codes are near and dear to my heart as they, undoubtedly, have a significant impact on public health, safety and welfare. Buildings in every jurisdiction in the United States use some version of building and safety codes. In addition, building and safety codes cover most products manufactured for the building and construction industries.

Misty Guard: New beginnings in the new year

New PM Engineer columnist brings expertise in codes and standards, governmental rulemakings, product compliance and more.

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February 1, 2023

Happy 2023, PM Engineer readers! Thank you for spending this part of your day with me as I discuss topics in compliance. Let me introduce myself. I, Misty Guard, am a policy wonk, bibliophile, gastronome, musicophile, techie nerd and scotch whiskey aficionado.