Main Categories

Replacement:

This part of 60601 International Standard applies to the BASIC SAFETY and ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE of HEATING DEVICES using BLANKETS, PADS or MATTRESSES in medical use, also referred to as ME EQUIPMENT. HEATING DEVICES intended to prewarm a bed are included in the scope of this document.

If a clause or subclause is specifically intended to be applicable to ME EQUIPMENT only, or to ME SYSTEMS only, the title and content of that clause or subclause will say so. If that is not the case, the clause or subclause applies both to ME EQUIPMENT and to ME SYSTEMS, as relevant.

If a clause or subclause is specifically intended to be applicable to a specifically defined type of ME EQUIPMENT, as is the case with FORCED AIR DEVICES, then the title and content of that clause or subclause will say so. If that is not the case, the clause or subclause applies both to ME EQUIPMENT and to ME SYSTEMS, as relevant.

HAZARDS inherent in the intended physiological function of ME EQUIPMENT or ME SYSTEMS within the scope of this document are not covered by specific requirements in this document, except in 7.2.13 and 8.4.1 of the general standard.

NOTE See also 4.2 of the general standard.

This document does not apply to:

– HEATING DEVICES intended for physiotherapy;

– INFANT RADIANT WARMERS; for information, see IEC 60601-2-21 [1]2;

– INFANT INCUBATORS; for information, see IEC 60601-2-19 [2];

– INFANT TRANSPORT INCUBATORS, for information, see IEC 60601-2-20 [3];

– cooling devices.

Replacement:

This part of the 80601 International Standard applies to the BASIC SAFETY and ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE of ELECTROENCEPHALOGRAPHS as defined in 201.3.204, hereafter also referred to as ME EQUIPMENT or ME SYSTEM. This document is applicable to ELECTROENCEPHALOGRAPHS intended for use in professional healthcare facilities, the EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ENVIRONMENT or the HOME HEALTHCARE ENVIRONMENT.

This document does not cover requirements for other equipment used in electroencephalography such as:

– phono-photic stimulators;

– EEG data storage and retrieval;

– ME EQUIPMENT particularly intended for monitoring during electroconvulsive therapy.

If a clause or subclause is specifically intended to be applicable to ME EQUIPMENT only, or to ME SYSTEMS only, the title or content of that clause or subclause will say so. If that is not the case, the clause or subclause applies both to ME EQUIPMENT and to ME SYSTEMS, as follows.

The clause or subclause applies to ME EQUIPMENT, as default. For ME EQUIPMENT with the corresponding safety measure or function not completely integrated into the ME EQUIPMENT but instead implemented in an ME SYSTEM, the ME EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER specifies in the ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTS which functionality and safety requirements are provided by the ME SYSTEM to comply with this document. The ME SYSTEM is verified accordingly.

HAZARDS inherent in the intended physiological function of ME EQUIPMENT or ME SYSTEMS within the scope of this document are not covered by specific requirements in this document.

NOTE See also 4.2 of the general standard

1.1
This Standard applies to indoor or outdoor meter-mounting devices, and combination meter-mounting devices.
These devices can be single position or multiple positions, either as complete self-contained devices or provided as part of service equipment for use in nonhazardous locations and are intended to be used in accordance with CSA
C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part I (CE Code, Part I).

1.2
This Standard applies to devices for use with watt-hour meters, demand meters, time switches, current transformers, test switches, instruments, and similar devices rated at 320 A or less per meter-mounting device, 600 V or less (300 V or less for combination meter-mounting device), single or polyphase, and multiple-position metermounting
devices with an overall current rating of 600 A or less (320 A maximum per position).

1.3
This Standard applies to sub feed meter-mounting devices that have provision for the main load terminations and for one sub feed termination.

1.4
This Standard applies to the meter-mounting device portion when supplied as a part of service or other equipment where applicable.

1.5
Non-combination meter-mounting devices, as applied to by this Standard, are not intended to be used as loadmaking or load-breaking devices.

1.6
This Standard applies to transformer-rated meter-mounting devices that consist of current transformers, metersockets, and optional test switches, mounted in the same enclosure rated 600 A or less and 600 V (nominal) or
less.

1.7
This standard does not apply to products under the scope of CSA C22.2 No. 229.

1.8
In this Standard, shall is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the standard; should is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required;
and may is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the standard.

1.1

This Standard provides requirements for grade-level, in-ground enclosures. The enclosures are made of polymer concrete, composite, or plastic (enclosure covers may be made of metal), intended for conductors and connections at voltages 750 V or less.

1.2

These enclosures are not intended to be installed where vehicular traffic normally occurs.

1.3

These enclosures are intended to withstand the weight duty classes specified by the manufacturer in accordance with the defined application per Table 1.

1.4

These enclosures are not intended to be waterproof and can be subject to water ingress.

1.5

Enclosures used in electrical applications are to be installed in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I.

1.6

This Standard does not cover

a) in-ground boxes for use in hazardous locations as defined in the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I;

b) junction boxes for swimming pools covered by CSA C22.2 No. 89;

c) commercial appliance outlet centres covered by CSA C22.2 No. 244;

d) products covered by CSA C22.2 No. 198.2;

e) boxes covered by CSA C22.2 No. 337 and ULC/ORD-C2996; and

f) enclosures covered by CSA A23.4.

1.7

In this Standard, shall is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the Standard; should is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; and may is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the Standard.

Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material.

Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements.

Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application.

1.8

The values given in SI units are the units of record for the purposes of this Standard. The values given in parentheses are for information and comparison only.

This document specifies principles, requirements and guidelines for adaptation to climate change. This includes the integration of adaptation within or across organizations, understanding impacts and uncertainties and how these can be used to inform decisions.

This document is applicable to any organization, regardless of size, type and nature, e.g. local, regional, international, business units, conglomerates, industrial sectors, natural resource management units.

This document can support the development of sector-, aspect- or element-specific climate change adaptation standards.

1.1 Minimum requirements

This Standard sets out minimum requirements for the design, construction, operation, maintenance, abandonment, and safety of hydrocarbon storage in underground reservoir formations and associated equipment. The equipment considered includes

a) storage wellhead and Christmas tree assemblies;

b) wells and subsurface equipment; and

c) safety equipment, including monitoring, control, and emergency shutdown systems.

Note: Hydrocarbons covered by this Standard are restricted to natural gas.

1.2 Scope diagram

The scope of this Standard is shown in Figure 1.

1.3 Exclusions

This Standard does not apply to

a) underground storage facilities for gases or fluids other than hydrocarbons, such as storage facilities used for air storage, unless these fluids are used specifically for the displacement of stored hydrocarbons;

b) underground storage facilities used for storing substances other than hydrocarbons, such as reaction chambers and waste disposal facilities;

c) underground storage in overburden materials involving the use of tanks, such as gasoline tanks;

d) design and fabrication of pressure vessels that are covered by pressure vessel codes;

e) heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, and piping in processing plant facilities, manufacturing plants, or industrial plants that are covered by appropriate codes;

f) gathering lines, flow lines, metering, compressors, and associated surface equipment beyond the first emergency shutdown valve (ESV) or block valve; and

g) storage of hydrocarbons containing hydrogen sulphide in concentrations greater than 10 mol/kmol.

1.4 Innovations

It is not the intent of this Standard to prevent the development of new equipment or practices, nor to prescribe how such innovations should be handled.

1.5 Precedence

Where the requirements of this Standard differ from the requirements of other standards or codes referenced herein, the requirements of this Standard take precedence.

1.6 Applicability

The requirements of this Standard do not apply retroactively to existing installations and installations under construction at the time of publication, but they do apply to the extension, replacement, maintenance, and upgrading of such installations.

1.7 Terminology

In this Standard, “shall” is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the standard; “should” is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; and “may” is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the Standard.

Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material.

Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements.

Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application.

Ce document spécifie les principes, les exigences et les lignes directrices en matière d'adaptation au changement climatique. Cela comprend l'intégration de l'adaptation au sein ou entre les organisations, la compréhension des impacts et des incertitudes et la manière dont ceux-ci peuvent être utilisés pour éclairer les décisions.

Ce document s'applique à toute organisation, quels que soient sa taille, son type et sa nature, par exemple les unités commerciales locales, régionales, internationales, les conglomérats, les secteurs industriels, les unités de gestion des ressources naturelles.

Ce document peut soutenir l'élaboration de normes d'adaptation au changement climatique spécifiques à un secteur, à un aspect ou à un élément.

1.1 Inclusions

This standard addresses

a)    the scope of practice for various levels or types of Power Engineer certifications; and

b)   the method to classify facilities in relation to the Power Engineering requirements by calculating a facility rating using a standardized unit (kW). This facility rating shall is intended to [GL1] be used to prescribe facility staffing and attendance requirements with respect to levels of Power Engineer certifications (prescriptive-based method).

1.2 Exclusions

This standard does not address

a)    technical and physical design requirements of boiler, refrigeration, compressor and steam prime mover equipment;

b)   equipment and facility physical infrastructure requirements;

c)    boilers used in connection with an open-type hot water heating system having no intervening valves between the boiler and any direct vent, preventing any pressure build up above atmospheric pressure;

d)   siting or location of facilities;

e)    scopes of work for personnel or professional certifications not related to operations; and

f)    installation, maintenance, or repair.

1.3 Terminology

In this Standard, “shall” is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the standard; “should” is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; and “may” is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the Standard.

Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material.

Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements.

Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application.

1.4 Units of measure

The values given in SI units are the units of record for the purposes of this Standard. The values given in parentheses are for information and comparison only.

1.1 Inclusions

Cette norme aborde :

a)    le champ d’exercice des différents niveaux ou types de certification des mécaniciens de machines fixesingénieurs en énergie; et

b)   la méthode permettant de classer les installations en fonction des exigences concernant en matière d’ingénierie énergétique la surveillance par un mécanicien de machine fixe, en calculant une classification cote de propriété’installation à l’aide d’une unité normalisée (kW). Cette cotation classification de propriété l’installation est destinée à doit être utilisée pour prescrire les exigences en matière de dotation en personnel et de présence à l’installation la propriété en ce qui concerne les niveaux de certification des mécaniciens de machines fixesingénieurs en énergie (méthode prescriptivenormative).

1.2 Exclusions

Cette norme n’aborde pas :

a)    les exigences techniques et physiques de la conception des chaudières, des équipements de réfrigération, des compresseurs et des appareils moteurs à vapeur;

b)   les exigences en matière d’équipement et d’infrastructure physique des propriétésinstallations;

c)    les chaudières utilisées dans le cadre d’un système de chauffage à eau chaude de type ouvert ne comportant pas de vannes intermédiaires entre la chaudière et un évent direct, ce qui empêche toute augmentation de la pression au-dessus de la pression atmosphérique;

d)   l’implantation ou la localisation des installations;

e)    l'étendue de travail les cahiers des charges pour le personnel ou les certifications professionnelles non liées aux opérationsqui ne sont pas liés à l’exploitation; et

f)    l’installation, l’entretien ou la réparation.

1.3 Terminologie

Dans cette norme, le terme « doit » indique une exigence, c.-à-d., une prescription que l’utilisateur est obligé à respecter pour assurer la conformité à la norme; « devrait » indique une recommandation ou ce qu’il est conseillé, mais non obligatoire de faire; et « peut » indique une possibilité ou ce qu’il est permis de faire.

Les notes qui accompagnent les articles ne comprennent pas de prescriptions ni de recommandations. Elles servent à séparer du texte les explications ou les renseignements qui ne font pas proprement partie de la norme.

Les notes au bas des figures et des tableaux font partie de ceux-ci et peuvent être rédigées comme des prescriptions.

Les annexes sont qualifiées de normatives (obligatoires) ou d’informatives (facultatives) pour en préciser l’application.

1.4 Unités de mesure

Les valeurs indiquées en unités SI sont les unités d’enregistrement aux fins de la présente norme. Les valeurs indiquées entre parenthèses ne sont données qu’à titre d’information et de comparaison.

1.1 

This Standard applies to single- or multiple-conductor, round, flat, or coiled appliance wiring material products classified as follows:

a) Class I — internal wiring of equipment (single- or multiple-conductor constructions with or without an insulating covering, covering or jacket):

i) Group A — not subject to mechanical abuse; and

ii) Group B — potentially subject to mechanical abuse;

b) Class II — external/interconnecting wires (single- or multiple-conductor constructions with a jacket):

i) Group A — not subject to mechanical abuse; and

ii) Group B — potentially subject to mechanical abuse.

Notes:

a) As there is a great variety of applications for appliance wiring material products, the use of such a product should be evaluated with the design and construction of the end-use application in mind and should not be judged solely by the requirements of this Standard.

b) Class I, II, or I/II products may be Group A, B, or A/B.

c) Group markings (A, B, or both) relate to tests performed on the individual insulated conductors. Group marking that includes both A and B means all insulated conductors pass Group B tests.

d) See Clause 4.2.

1.2 

This Standard also applies to appliance wiring material products that have a jacket or overall insulating covering and are used to connect or interconnect data processing and similar systems in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 0.

1.3 

The values given in SI units are the units of record for the purposes of this Standard. The values given in parentheses are for information and comparison only.

1.4 

In this Standard, “shall” is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the standard; “should” is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; and “may” is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the Standard.

Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material.

Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements.

Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application

1.1 General

This Standard covers chlorinated polyvinylchloride (CPVC) pipe, tubing, and fittings in the following sizes and uses:

a) SDR 11, and Schedules 40 and 80 pipe in pipe sizes whose dimension ratio does not exceed 11, for use in hot- and cold-water distribution systems at a maximum working pressure of 690 kPa and a maximum working temperature of 82 °C; and

b) SDR 13.5 and SDR 21 for use only in cold-water distribution and water service systems at a maximum working pressure of 2170 kPa and 1380 kPa, respectively, and a maximum working temperature of 23 °C.

Note: This Standard does not specify requirements for venting of combustion gases. In Canada, ULC S636 specifies testing and marking requirements for pipe, fittings, and accessories intended for venting of combustion gases. In the United States, UL 1738 specifies testing and marking requirements for pipe, fittings, and accessories intended for venting of combustion gases.

1.2 Requirements

This Standard specifies requirements for materials, quality of work, dimensions and tolerances, hydrostatic sustained pressure strength, thermocycling resistance, solvent cement, joint strength, and markings.

1.1 Scope of this Standard

This Standard specifies requirements for thermoplastic pressure piping. It includes reference publications, definitions, abbreviations, general requirements for materials and manufactured pipe and fittings, relevant test methods, and marking requirements.

Notes:

1) The terms “pipe” and “piping” are used interchangeably in the CSA B137 Series.

2) The terms “tube” and “tubing” are used interchangeably in the CSA B137 Series.

3) The terms "pipe” and “piping” are not interchangeable with the terms “tube” and “tubing” in the CSA B137 Series except where noted within the specific product standard.

4) This Standard does not specify requirements for venting of combustion gases. In Canada, ULC S636 specifies testing and marking requirements for pipe, fittings, and accessories intended for venting of combustion gases. In the United States, UL 1738 specifies testing and marking requirements for pipe, fittings, and accessories intended for venting of combustion gases.

1.2 Intent of this Standard

This Standard is intended to be used in conjunction with one of the other Standards in the CSA B137 Series to form a complete Standard for a particular product.

1.1 Purpose

This Standard is intended to support the use of technology in the provision of home and community care, and in making investments that will improve the quality of care while prioritizing the safety, security, and privacy of both clients and care providers and their personal health information.

1.2 Application

The standard provides requirements and recommendations for technology to support the continuum of care of clients being supported in the home and community care settings. This includes, but is not limited to mechanisms for evaluation, selection, procurement, infrastructure requirements, set-up, implementation, information management, data management, data entry, transfer, storage, emergency planning, communication and maintenance.

This standard is intended for all those who are directly or indirectly associated with the support and use of technology in home and community care environments. This includes governments, institutions (both public and private), service providers, other partners (e.g., designers, manufacturers, suppliers), clients and their care partners assisting in home and community care.

1.3 Limitations

This Standard does not address requirements for

a)    HCC technology purchased privately;

Note: HCC technology purchased privately as part of a contract with an HCC organization will be subject to the requirements of the standard.

b)   the management of medications, medication devices and systems, and medication reconciliation (see CAN/HSO 34014:2019);

c)    home hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis (see CSA Z364.5 and CSA Z364.6).

Note: This standard is complementary to CSA Z364.5 and Z364.6.

d)   direct client care; and

Note: Direct client care includes professional practice guidance (e.g. wound care by nurse) and clinical care.

e)    The standard will apply in general to the HCC technology which incorporate AI  however does not specifically look at the unique considerations likely required for technology of this nature.

Note: This is considering the urgency of how AI is shaping health care.

1.4 Terminology

In this Standard, “shall” is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the standard; “should” is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; and “may” is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the Standard.

Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material.

Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements.

Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application.

1.5 Units of measure

The values given in SI units are the units of record for the purposes of this Standard. The values given in parentheses are for information and comparison only.

1.1 General

This Standard covers polyethylene (PE) pipe and tubing, and fittings for use in transporting potable or non-potable water in applications such as water mains, water service lines, building supply lines, wastewater forcemains, reclaimed water, irrigation, district energy, or water-based ground source geothermal systems, in either buried, submerged, or above-ground installations.

1.2 Requirements

This Standard specifies requirements for materials, quality of work, dimensions, sustained pressure, environmental stress cracking, and markings.

1.1 General

This Standard covers rigid polyvinylchloride (PVC) injection-moulded fittings that have gasketed joints and are intended for use in pressure applications such as water mains, water service piping, process piping, and fire lines. Fittings covered by this Standard are suitable for use with PVC pipes having outside diameter dimensions of cast iron pipe. Only one pressure rating, 1620 kPa at 23 °C (PC 235), is covered in this Standard and is suitable for use with compatible outside diameter PVC pipes having a dimension ratio (DR) of 18 or more.

Note: Where PVC fittings are to be used in applications other than those involving water, the manufacturer should be consulted.

1.2 Requirements

This Standard specifies requirements for materials, quality of work, long-term performance under sustained hydrostatic pressure, dimensions, markings, and injection-moulding quality.

1.1 General

This Standard covers rigid polyvinylchloride (PVC) pipe and fittings intended for use in pressure applications such as water mains, water service piping, and process piping. The fittings covered by this Standard include moulded, solvent-cemented, gasketed, or threaded fittings, and fittings that have been fabricated for use with any joining method.

Notes:

Where PVC pipe and fittings are to be used in non-water applications, the manufacturer should be consulted.

This Standard does not specify requirements for venting of combustion gases. In Canada, ULC S636 specifies testing and marking requirements for pipe, fittings, and accessories intended for venting of combustion gases. In the United States, UL 1738 specifies testing and marking requirements for pipe, fittings, and accessories intended for venting of combustion gases.

1.2 Requirements

This Standard specifies requirements for materials, quality of work, dimensions, solvent cement, and markings for pipe and fittings. Requirements for hydrostatic sustained pressure, extrusion, impact resistance, and quality are also specified for pipe.

1.1 General

This Standard covers molecularly oriented polyvinylchloride (PVCO) pipe intended for use in pressure applications such as water mains, sewer force mains, and process piping.

Note: This Standard does not address chemical compatibility between PVCO pipe and process fluids. Where PVCO pipe is to be used in non-water applications, the manufacturer should be consulted.

1.2 Joining method

PVCO complying with this Standard is not suitable for solvent cementing and is intended to be joined by gasketed joints.

1.3 Requirements

This Standard specifies requirements for materials, quality of work, dimensions, markings, hydrostatic sustained pressure, extrusion, impact resistance, and quality for PVCO pipe.

1.1 General

This Standard covers polyethylene/aluminum/polyethylene (PE-AL-PE) macrocomposite pipe consisting of a welded aluminum tube laminated by a melt adhesive to layers of polyethylene (PE) inside and outside the aluminum tube. The pipes covered in this Standard are pressure rated for 1380 kPa at 23 °C, 1035 kPa at 60 °C, or 690 kPa at 82 °C.

Systems are intended for use in potable water distribution systems or other applications, including municipal water service lines, reclaimed water distribution, radiant panel heating systems, hydronic baseboard heating systems, snow and ice melting systems, building services piping, compressed air distribution, ground source geothermal systems, underground irrigation, and compressed gas distribution (not including fuel gases), provided that the PE-AL-PE systems comply with the applicable code requirements. Residential and commercial systems are included.

Note: The complete structure, consisting of the aluminum, melt adhesive, and layers of PE intimately bonded together, is known as pipe. For the purposes of this Standard, the layer of welded aluminum, or the internal or external layer of PE, is known as a tube. Tubes, intimately bonded together by the melt adhesive, form a pipe.

1.2 Requirements

The Standard specifies requirements for materials, quality of work, dimensions, thermocycling resistance, sustained pressure performance, delamination resistance, and marking.

Notes:

1) In developing the hydrostatic design basis for PE-AL-PE pipes, in accordance with CSA B137.0, pressure has been substituted for fibre stress.

2) The pressure rating of PE-AL-PE pipes is contingent on the thickness of the aluminum metal reinforcing layer.

Pipes having the same dimension ratio but different metal reinforcing layer thicknesses will have different pressure ratings. The dimension ratio therefore cannot be used, as it is with homogeneous walled pipes, to assess changes in pressure rating with wall thickness variation.

1.1 General

This Standard covers polyethylene (PE) pipe and tubing, and plastic and metal fittings for use in gas mains and services, including gathering, transmission, and distribution of fuel gases containing not more than 1% aromatic hydrocarbons.

1.2 Fittings and connections

This Standard covers all types of fittings and connections used in PE gas pipelines, including

plastic-to-metal transition fittings;

plastic component fittings (e.g., elbows, tees, end caps, and valves); and

clamps and couplings.

Notes:

In this Standard, “pipe” refers to pipe having IPS outside diameters and “tubing” refers to pipe having copper tube size outside diameters.

In this Standard, test requirements for pipe apply to both pipe and tubing.

1.3 Applicability to gas distribution systems

This Standard specifies the manufacturing and testing requirements necessary to ensure that the PE compound, pipe, and fittings are of a quality acceptable for use in gas distribution systems. This Standard specifies requirements for

primary properties of the compound;

physical properties of the finished product;

on-line monitoring during production;

shipping and storage; and

markings.

Note: The user of the pipe, tubing, or fittings should refer to CSA Z662 for design and installation limitations of products covered by this Standard.

1.1 General

This Standard covers socket- and saddle-type polyethylene (PE) electrofusion fittings that are used to join PE pipe where the heat source is an integral part of the fitting.

Note: Fittings covered by this Standard are connected to an electrical power source during the fusion process. Power sources, cables, and electrical connections are covered by the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I and Part II, as appropriate.

1.2 Intended use

PE electrofusion fittings covered by this Standard are intended for use with PE pipe that complies with CSA B137.4.

1.3 Requirements

This Standard specifies general requirements for materials, performance, manufactured fittings, specimen preparation, test methods, markings, and quality of work.

Notes:

In this Standard, “pipe” refers to pipe having IPS outside diameters and “tubing” refers to pipe having copper tube outside diameters.

In this Standard, test requirements for pipe apply to both pipe and tubing.