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In response to media enquiries on WSD Circular Letter No. 4/2015 - Soldering for Copper Pipe Connections, a spokesman for the Water Supplies Department (WSD) gave the following reply today (August 31):
As stipulated in the Waterworks Regulations, apart from alternations or repairs works of a minor nature, the construction or installation of inside service shall have the permission of the Water Authority and shall be carried out by a licensed plumber. The purpose of issuing WSD Circular Letter No. 4/2015 by the WSD is to remind relevant parties that all plumbing works using soldering for connecting copper pipes shall have the permission of the Water Authority and shall be carried out by a licensed plumber. The licensed plumber can employ workers to assist in carrying out the works if necessary.
Ends/Monday, August 31, 2015
Issued at HKT 21:31
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