Recommended Code of Practice for Safe Water Temperatures
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Mechanical & Electrical Supplement
Abstract
This Code of Practice replaces the 2000 guidance on safe water temperatures, reflecting the evolution of the Thermostatic Mixing Valve Manufacturers Association into BEAMA’s Water Safety and Hygiene group. It provides authoritative guidance on the safe design, installation, operation and maintenance of hot water systems, with a particular focus on thermostatic mixing valves (TMVs) for the prevention of scalding, infection control, and product compliance. Applicable to both domestic and non-domestic settings, the document is especially relevant for healthcare, education, leisure, military and commercial sectors, offering a systems-based approach to delivering safe hot water from supply through to point of discharge. It draws upon collective industry expertise and reference publications to ensure practical, accurate and comprehensive guidance without superseding existing legislation or standards.
History
February 2020 edition. Supersedes TMVA's 2000 edition.
Subjects
- Electrical services
- Power supply/distribution
- Building services
Publisher History
BEAMA represents the electrotechnical industry for the UK, supporting manufacturers of electrical infrastructure products and systems from transmission through distribution to the environmental services in the built environment.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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