Professional Qualifications Standard for Water Management and Infection Control Risk Assessment for Building Systems
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Standards Development Organisation:
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Designation Number:
ASSE/IAPMO/Series 12000
Standard Type:
National Standard of Canada - Domestic
Standard Sub-Type
Standard Development Activity:
New Standard
ICS code(s):
13.040; 13.060.01; 13.060.99
Status:
Proceeding to development
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Scope:
Scope
This standard provides general knowledge of pathogens, biohazards and infectious diseases for plumbing, piping, and mechanical systems workers, or any individual who has the potential for exposure to pathogens, biohazards or Other Potentially Infectious Material (OPIM), with the objective of providing continuing education. Eligible individuals include any person with an interest in pathogens, biohazards and infectious diseases.
Project need:
Project Need
This standard establishes minimum criteria, to minimize exposure of pathogens, biohazards and other negative effects caused by construction in the workplace. This standard meets the needs of stakeholders: Construction and maintenance personnel, plumbing and construction contractors, regulatory authorities, plumbers, pipefitters, sprinkler fitters, HVAC technicians, demolition laborers and mechanical systems workers
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