Its all about the Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act. by gruner | Apr 17, 2015 | Uncategorized | 0 comments. All Rights Reserved. The issue lies with brass tap fittings which can slowly leach trace amounts of lead into drinking water. We'll deliver new blog posts to your inbox. A Building Commission report in April 2017 also found state-managed pipes which circle the whole medical precinct, as well as the brass fittings in the worksite itself, were a cause of the contamination. "The research that has been commissioned by the ABCB is focused specifically on brass fittings in the context of Australian plumbing systems to determine if any further changes are necessary," Mr Savery said. However, as a result of the lead added to the brass, the samples could be well over state or local action levels in the 250 mL samples collected consistent with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommended protocols. 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Here, we answer some questions that have come up and provide an update on efforts to revise the NSF/ANSI 61 standard to better protect and inform consumers. But theres sometimes another ingredient added to brass: lead, usually used at a concentration around 2%. This can be a problem if youre a plumber doing work on household waterworks, or a store that carries brass fittings used for plumbing work. The Joint Committee has balanced representation of three interests: 1) user/consumer; 2) industry; and 3) public health and safety/regulatory. The levels drop over the first few weeks of use as the lead on the surface of the plumbing components gets into the water and as a protective coating develops on the leaded-brass from the corrosion control treatment provided by the drinking water supplier (see Figure 1 in November 2018 blog). While not mandatory, companies would have the option to obtain an additional certification under the NSF/ANSI 61 for those faucets and other devices that performed better than the current standard. Push-to-Connect Brass End Stop Fitting Pro Pack (4-Pack), 1/2 in. AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time), abc.net.au/news/lead-leached-by-brass-shuts-fountains-but-what-about-homes/9886518, Get breaking news alerts directly to your phone with our app, Help keep family & friends informed by sharing this article, The billion-dollar site giving students answers to exam questions in minutes, Prime Minister to announce first steps towards Indigenous Voice to Parliament, Albanese's speech to Garma will go down in history books. [1] Tom Neltner served on both task groups. Taking the faucet out of service is not helpful since running the water is necessary to clear the lead. In 2011, Congress enacted the Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act, which amended guidelines set in place by the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974. Push-to-Connect Brass 90-Degree Polybutylene Conversion Elbow Fitting, 1/2 in. By comparing the quality of water as it entered the home with the water that exited the internal taps, the researchers believed they found the culprit of the slightly increased lead levels. Unfortunately, as described later in this blog, representatives of the brass faucet manufacturers have worked to block the optional certification. If the component is used solely for processing water that will be used for human consumption and is not within the lead tolerance, then the legislation would mean such inventory is indeed obsolete and must not be used in potable water systems. If high levels are found, the facilities must take steps to reduce exposure, often by replacing faucets. Mr Daly confirmed "there's nothing to stop non-watermarked products being on the market" such as "bubbler taps that we find in schools and in parks that have the potential to carry lead in water because they're not part of that [watermarking] scheme". As of January 2014, brass fittings, pipe, and valves containing lead in excess of 0.25% (with respect to wetted or contact surface) will no longer be permitted for use in potable (drinking and cooking) water systems in Canada or the USA. Depending on its source of manufacture and the physical size of the part, New-Line will identify such products with a prominent label, tag, or small logo such as LF; some manufacturers are also using NL as a logo, however such a logo must not be confused with our corporate logo. Products shown as available are normally stocked but inventory levels cannot be guaranteed, For screen reader problems with this website, please call 1-800-430-3376 or text 38698 (standard carrier rates apply to texts), 1/2 in. As for stainless steel, most is inherently lead free and compliant, however special attention is required as some products may contain lead and should be investigated for proper compliance. "Master Plumbers has a concern about cheap imported taps and our advice to consumers is quite simple if you're installing taps at home, make sure they're watermarked and they're installed by a licenced plumber.". In 2016, three researchers from Sydney's Macquarie University conducted a study which tested drinking water in New South Wales homes. Lead from new lead-free brass faucets? Use of this site is subject to certain Terms Of Use. Lead free brass fittings typically cost 25-50% more in price due to different manufacturing or processing methods, more expensive raw materials/alloys, and distribution logistics; therefore New-Line has created separate part numbers for those particular fittings that are identified for use in potable water applications. Cautious facility managers typically want to test a new faucet to ensure limits are met before letting children drink from it. Discuss how you keep your operations policy-compliant in the comments. Lead free brass is in theory harder and, in turn, can also be more brittle. The committee will move forward with a formal vote and, if approved, will receive public comment on the proposed changes.]. This practice is clearly problematic for those in areas with water shortages. The Joint Committee has not yet decided whether to proceed with a formal ballot in support of an optional certification. In response, the ABCB chief executive, Neil Savery, said the board "has commissioned a research project through Macquarie University NSW to enable it to make an informed decision about possible changes to the Plumbing Code of Australia". Most states require that any device or plumbing component that contacts drinking water meet the NSF/ANSI 61 standard, a voluntary consensus standard developed by the Joint Committee for Drinking Water Additives System Components (Joint Committee), that is associated with NSF International. For more information on the process, see NSFs policy. Copyright 2020 Environmental Defense Fund. If a particular part #, size, or application traditionally included brass, keep in mind there may be other materials which are perfectly suitable for the application (ie. According to the Victorian Government's Better Health website, "lead exposure can permanently damage the brain and impair intellectual development" and is particularly detrimental to young children. But it cant hurt to do some background checking on the company, as well, and make sure its a well-respected brass fittings manufacturer with a history of policy compliance and quality workmanship. Last year, we discovered and reported in a blog, that some new brass faucets that meet existing standards and are labelled lead-free can still leach significant amounts of lead into water in the first few weeks of use. Why is lead added to brass? Elizabeth O'Brien, vice president of not-for-profit organisation The Lead Group, said the sale and installation of fittings and taps made of brass is largely unregulated. 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