AS/NZS 3500 is a set of standards that provides guidelines for plumbing and drainage installations in Australia and New Zealand. These standards are crucial for ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of plumbing systems. The standard ensures that plumbing and drainage systems are designed, installed, and commissioned to meet specific requirements, ensuring public health and safety.
The AS/NZS 3500 series covers various aspects of plumbing and drainage, including:
- AS/NZS 3500.0: Glossary of terms used in the plumbing and drainage standards.
- AS/NZS 3500.1: Water services, which covers the installation of water supply systems.
- AS/NZS 3500.2: Sanitary plumbing and drainage, which deals with the installation of sanitary plumbing and drainage systems.
- AS/NZS 3500.3: Stormwater drainage, which provides guidelines for the installation of stormwater drainage systems.
- AS/NZS 3500.4: Heated water services, which covers the installation of hot water systems.
- AS/NZS 3500.5: Domestic installations, which provides guidelines for the installation of plumbing systems in residential buildings.
These standards are regularly updated to incorporate new technologies, materials, and methods, ensuring that plumbing and drainage systems remain safe and effective. Compliance with AS/NZS 3500 is often mandatory for plumbing work in Australia and New Zealand, and it is essential for professionals in the field to be familiar with these standards.
Relationship with Other Standards
AS/NZS 3500 is to be read in conjunction with the Plumbing Code of Australia (PCA) . It also references other Australian and New Zealand standards, such as AS/NZS 3000 Electrical installations and AS/NZS 3112 Plug and socket outlets .
Updates and Revisions
The standard is regularly updated, with the latest revision being AS/NZS 3500:2021 . The updates include changes to the Water Standards, conformance requirements, and other amendments.
