Which organization sets plumbing and mechanical codes?

Which organization sets plumbing and mechanical codes?

• A. International Association of Plumbing & Mechanical Officials
• B. Tyco/SimplexGrinnell
• C. FM Global
• D. National Association of Home Builders

Answer: (A)

Plumbing and mechanical codes are developed by the International Association of Plumbing & Mechanical Officials. They publish the Uniform Plumbing Code and Uniform Mechanical Code, which many jurisdictions adopt as the basis for local regulations. The other groups aren’t code developers: Tyco/SimplexGrinnell is a manufacturer, FM Global is an insurer and risk manager, and the National Association of Home Builders is a trade association. Knowing who sets these codes helps you understand what standards your local requirements are built on and how they relate to NFPA 13R.

Plumbing and mechanical codes are developed by the International Association of Plumbing & Mechanical Officials. They publish the Uniform Plumbing Code and Uniform Mechanical Code, which many jurisdictions adopt as the basis for local regulations. The other groups aren’t code developers: Tyco/SimplexGrinnell is a manufacturer, FM Global is an insurer and risk manager, and the National Association of Home Builders is a trade association. Knowing who sets these codes helps you understand what standards your local requirements are built on and how they relate to NFPA 13R.