FITTING THOUGHT 1
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The IOPSA editorial paints a gloomy picture of our industry .
Facts are facts and the editorial certainly shows a decrease in qualified plumbers and an increase in non-compliance . It shows a certain slowness of government at all levels to take the matter seriously and support the efforts of industry . Put plumbing at risk and disease , illness , and death follow , not necessarily in that order . This is a must read for everyone in plumbing from architects , engineers and plumbers and maybe local authorities .
This is a worrying time for the industry and qualified plumbers whose incomes are being eroded by these illegal activities .
We continue our series on women in plumbing and as with their male qualified colleagues continue to keep good plumbing going .
We publish an interview with Bongani Khanyile of ASC whose mission it is to have one standard , one test and one certificate for Africa . We wish them every success in this venture with the other bodies already engaged in working in the continent . As governments work toward the Free Trading Zone , the concept of standardising standards can open doors for the plumbing sector , some who are already active in other countries , but such an aim would make their jobs so much easier .
Our feature is on Taps and Mixers with some additions . Good to see new entrants obtaining the necessary SANS accreditation . We continue to talk to the NRCS on this issue .
Our project this issue is unusual in that a merchant company in KZN ( no name as one must read the article !) has created a centre , first for the organisation in fact , where one can see , feel , and learn about correct plumbing installations from start to finish .
Patrick Gordon continues the valve series .
At the KZN / Durban Plumbing Travelling Exhibition one of the speakers at the PTE workshop was a local Water Inspector ( read the article to discover who because it comes up as a question for CPD points )
The visitors flocked to the workshop and there was hardly standing room left never mind seating . The talk was comprehensive and encouraging under the title of The Water Inspector is your Friend .
Thanks to eThekwini Local Authority for allowing him the time , it certainly was worth it . We have published the full presentation in this issue . We must acknowledge the other speakers who speak from the heart , namely Mahen Sewpersad and Steve Brown .
Trust you will all keep warm and safe this winter . PA
Rory
Rory Macnamara , Editor | Email : rory @ interactmedia . co . za
The IAPMO contribution is on a woman who started in plumbing at rock bottom to build herself up to being recognised for the good professional plumber she has become and by no means resting on her laurels as she continues to spread the word for women doing plumbing work .
“… see , feel , and learn about correct plumbing installations from start to finish .”
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August 2023 Volume 29 I Number 6 www . plumbingafrica . co . za