2021 UPC With Washington State Amendments – Part II
This is an online continuing education course for Journey Level Plumbers Plumbing technicians and Plumber trainees licensed in the State of Washington. It is designed to offer a comprehensive overview of the 2021 edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), providing plumbers and non-plumbers with an in-depth understanding of its structure, purpose, and practical application.
This online UPC interactive video presentation covers key definitions, sections, articles, examples and tables of the 2021 UPC, aka, The Uniform Plumbing Code, and a summary of 2021 changes and updates. This course includes applicable Washington State amendments in addition to the requirements of the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code. It encompasses chapters ten to seventeen of the UPC, whereby each chapter is thoroughly discussed, from general installation requirements to specialized systems and emerging technologies. The following chapters are briefly discussed below and illustrated in this course:
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Chapter 10 – Traps and Interceptors: Regulates the material, design, and installation of traps, interceptors, and separators.
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Chapter 11 – Storm Drainage: Regulates the removal of stormwater from roofs, yards, paved areas, and similar areas.
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Chapter 13 – Health Care Facilities and Medical Gas and Medical Vacuum Systems: Regulates the installation, inspection, testing, maintenance, performance, and safe practices for medical gas and vacuum systems located in health care facilities.
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Chapter 15 – Alternate Water Sources for Nonpotable Applications: Regulates gray water sources, reclaimed (recycled) water sources and on-site treated nonpotable water systems.
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Chapter 16 – Nonpotable Rainwater Catchment Systems: Regulates nonpotable rainwater catchment systems that include irrigation; toilet and urinal flushing with proper treatment; provisions where permits are required; maintenance of alternate water sources; and minimum water quality.
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CHAPTER 17 - Referenced Standards: Chapter 17 provides two comprehensive tables with referenced standards. The standards listed in table 1701.1 are applied as indicated in the applicable reference section(s). A list of additional approved standards, publications, practices, and guides that are not referenced in specific sections appear in table 1701.2.
This online UPC interactive video presentation is intended for plumbers and other technical personnel interested in learning about the Uniform plumbing Code. Participants will learn insights into the most recent updates, with real-world examples that clarify how the code is applied in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. This course is designed to enhance knowledge of UPC compliance, safety practices, and effective system design. It is intended to emphasize clarity, accessibility, and real-life application, making it an ideal resource for professionals seeking to stay up to date with the latest standards in plumbing safety and installation.
This course is intended to provide Journey Level Plumbers Plumbing technicians and Plumber trainees licensed in the State of Washington with the following specific knowledge and skills:
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To learn about the Uniform Plumbing code
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To learn about Washington State Amendments
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To familiarize with the UPC’s design and format
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To summarize the changes and updates to the UPC 2021
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To review key sections and tables in the UPC
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To learn about the requirements for traps, interceptors, and separators
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To gain an overview of storm drainage systems and their role in managing surface water runoff
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To familiarize with medical gas and medical vacuum system requirements in health care facilities
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To learn firestop protection requirements for piping penetrations in fire-resistance-rated assemblies
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To gain knowledge of alternate water sources for nonpotable applications
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