Notice of Direction 2022/2.0 Marking requirements for lead free plumbing products
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This notice provides direction on the mandatory marking requirements of certain plumbing products which have been manufactured to meet the lead free requirements outlined in clause A5G4(2) of NCC 2022 Volume Three (the Plumbing Code of Australia).

2022-2.0-NoD-Marking-requirements-for-lead-free-plumbing-products.pdf (2.96 MB)
Transition to lead free plumbing products starts now
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A 3 year transition period to support Australia’s path to reducing allowable lead levels in many plumbing products commenced on 1 May 2023.

Transition to lead free plumbing products continues
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As 1 May 2026 approaches, and the transition to lead free plumbing products gains momentum, here’s an update for industry.

Consultation open: National Voluntary Certification Scheme for Manufacturers of Modern Methods of Construction issues paper
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Lead free plumbing products
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The NCC requirements for lead free copper alloys for drinking water will come into force on 1 May 2026. Find out how these changes impact practitioners, suppliers and manufacturers.