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Copper pipes? Important Information Learn More |
Read the
testimony of Ronald Schwartz, National Policy Coordinator, Clean Water
Action, WASA oversight hearings February 4, 2004. What do lead, copper and plastic pipes look like? See http://www.usinspect.com/FAQs/faqPlumbing.asp See this model lead pipe replacement program financed through home loans: http://www.macgrove.org/programs/home/lead.htm See this overview of the EPA sampling protocol which states must follow: http://www.state.sd.us/denr/DES/Drinking/PDF/pbcuprotocol.pdf See this site on the Lead and Copper Rule requirements that govern lead line replacement, corrosion control programs, reporting, record-keeping, public education and monitoring requirements. http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lcrmr/implement.html Read EPA guidance on Lead Testing in schools and day care settings http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead/schoolanddccs.htm The EPA advises the following when repairing or installing new plumbing... " When repairing or installing new plumbing in old
homes, instruct, in writing, any plumber you hire to use only lead-free
materials. When building a new home, be sure lead-free materials are used.
Before you move into a newly built home, remove all strainers from faucets
and flush the water for at least 15 minutes to remove loose solder or flux
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