7.6.2.7.Hose Bibb

(1) Where a hose bibb is installed outside a building, inside a garage or in an area where there is an identifiable risk of
  contamination, the potable water system shall be protected against backflow through the hose bibb.

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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.