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What is NYC PC § 312.4?

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This section outlines the requirements for the final inspection of drainage and vent systems, specifying that the inspection must be visual and detailed enough to ensure compliance with the code. It also describes the procedure for conducting a smoke test to verify system integrity. Applies to building owners responsible for drainage and vent systems.

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312.4 Drainage and vent final inspection.

PC § 312.4

The final inspection of the completed drainage and vent systems shall be visual and in sufficient detail to determine compliance with the provisions of this code. Where a smoke test is utilized, it shall be made by filling all traps with water and then introducing into the entire system a pungent, thick smoke produced by one or more smoke machines. When the smoke appears at stack openings on the roof, the stack openings shall be closed and a pressure equivalent to a 1-inch water column (248.8 Pa) shall be held for a test period of not less than 15 minutes.

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