PART 7 — PLUMBINGUpdated for the 2024 Ontario Building Code
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7.2.10.3.Cleanout Fittings
(1) Every plug, cap, nut or bolt that is intended to be removable from a ferrous fitting shall be of a non-ferrous material.
(2) A cleanout fitting that as a result of normal maintenance operations cannot withstand the physical stresses of
removal and reinstallation or cannot ensure a gas-tight seal shall not be installed.
(3) A screw cap or test cap shall not be used as a cleanout plug or cover.
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Code text is reproduced for reference from the Ontario Building Code (O. Reg. 163/24, 2024 Building Code Compendium). This page is provided for general information and is not an official copy. Always verify requirements against the official Ontario Building Code and confirm with your local building department.