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Associations << Continued from page 47 plumber. The various categories in terms of the CoC are denoted on the Certificate, and the plumber will define the specific work carried out on site, for example: 1. New build: all categories of work done and then specified what was done; or 2. Repair/replacement/solar installation: the plumber will issue solely on work carried out. The PIRB certificate was not designed for use on the sale of property — the issuing plumber may be held liable for any areas of non-compliance not noted. Instances have occurred where a registered plumber has certified and not listed the areas of non-compliance and was therefore held liable. The standards are very specific in terms of the responsibility of the plumber; they must advise the owner of any non-compliance in writing. With the inclusion of the checklist, this will alleviate uncertainty in terms of non-compliance and defective areas. It is to be noted that only a registered PIRB plumber may issue a PIRB CoC. PA For more information, please visit the IOPSA website at www.iopsa.org or contact 08610 PLUMBER. An extract from the PIRB Certificate of Compliance Checklist for self-certification of plumbing works carried out. Type of installation carried out: (refer to back for description) Code Tick Installation, Replacement and/or repair of a Hot Water System 01 ✔ Installation, Replacement and/or repair of a Cold Water System 02 ✔ Installation, Replacement and/or repair of a Sanitary-ware and Sanitary-fittings 03 ✔ Installation, Replacement and/or repair of a Solar Water Heating System 04 Installation, Replacement and/or repair of a Below-ground Drainage System 05 ✔ Installation, Replacement and/or repair of a Above-ground Drainage system 06 ✔ Installation, Replacement and/or repair of a Rain Water Disposable System 07 ✔ Installation, Replacement and/or repair of a Heat Pump 08 (Clearly tick the appropriate installation category code and complete the installation details below) www.plumbingafrica.co.za 49 September 2017 Volume 23 I Number 7