Alabama Administrative Code Chapter 335-7-8 — Lead Ban Requirements

335 Alabama Department of Environmental Management

Ala. Admin. Code r. 335-7-8-.01 Applicability

These regulations are applicable to all water systems, cities, counties, and persons, firms or businesses which supply, use, or distribute plumbing materials.

History

• Author: Joe Alan Power
• Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, §§22-23-33, 22-23-49, 22-22A-5, 22-22A-6.
• January 4, 1989. Repealed and readopted: October 31, 1990; effective December 5, 1990.

Ala. Admin. Code r. 335-7-8-.02 Plumbing Codes

City and county plumbing codes shall incorporate statements to limit use of piping containing more than 8 percent lead in repair or installation of water mains. These codes shall also limit the use of flux and solder used to join copper piping should they contain more than 0.2% lead. Plumbing codes shall be modified no later than May 10, 1989.

History

• Author: Joe Alan Power
• Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, §§22-23-33, 22-23-49, 22-22A-5, 22-22A-6.
• January 4, 1989. Repealed and readopted: October 31, 1990; effective December 5, 1990.

Ala. Admin. Code r. 335-7-8-.03 Materials Distribution Requirements

Import, distribution, or sale of plumbing materials and appurtenances not meeting lead free requirements for use in installation or repair of water systems conveying drinking water is prohibited. Piping and connections containing more than 8 percent lead and solder and flux containing more than .2 percent lead shall be clearly labeled that the product is not to be used in the repair or installation of drinking water facilities or plumbing.

History

• Author: Joe Alan Power
• Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, §§22-23-33, 22-23-49, 22-22A-5, 22-22A-6.
• January 4, 1989. Repealed and readopted: October 31, 1990; effective December 5, 1990. Amended: Filed February 6, 2002; effective March 13, 2002.
• Editor's note: Rule 335-7-8-.04, Materials Distribution Requirements, was renumbered to 335-7-8-.03. Rule 335-7-8-.03, Notification, was repealed per certification filed February 6, 2002.

Ala. Admin. Code r. 335-7-8-.04 Installation Restrictions

Water mains, plumbing, and other piping used to convey water for drinking purposes may not be constructed nor repaired with piping or materials containing greater than 8 percent lead. Flux and solder containing greater than 0.2 percent lead may not be used in the joining of piping, however, leaded joints for use in the installation of cast iron water mains are excluded if the lead does not make contact with the drinking water. Plumbing fittings and fixtures intended by the manufacturer to dispense water for human ingestion shall meet NSF standards.

History

• Author: Joe Alan Power
• Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, §§22-23-33, 22-23-49, 22-22A-5, 22-22A-6.
• January 4, 1989. Repealed and readopted: October 31, 1990; effective December 5, 1990. Amended: Filed February 6, 2002; effective March 13, 2002.
• Editor's note: Rule 335-7-8-.05, Installation Restrictions, was renumbered to 335-7-8-.04. Rule 335-7-8-.03, Notification, was repealed per certification filed February 6, 2002.