Fla. Admin. Code R. 25-12.021 – Use of Plastic Pipe

(1) Before using specific types of plastic pipe and fittings, the operator shall:
1. (a) Establish a joining procedure specification for each kind and type of plastic resin used in forming joints with solvent cement or heat fusion joint.
  1. Qualify procedures by ascertaining that assemblies made in accordance with the procedures have been tested. These tests shall be sufficient to prove that the joint is as strong as the pipe, that it is gas tight, and that it can sustain anticipated longitudinal pull.
  2. Qualify personnel in accordance with the procedures to prove their ability to make satisfactory joints and repairs. This personnel qualification shall be accomplished by appropriate training and by experience in the use of the procedures and shall be verified by destructive testing of joints made by the personnel.
2. (b) Establish a joining procedure specification for each kind and type of mechanical fitting.
  1. Qualify procedures by ascertaining that assemblies made in accordance with the procedure have been tested. These tests shall be sufficient to prove that the joint is as strong as the pipe, that it is gas tight, and that it can sustain anticipated longitudinal pull or thrust forces.
  2. Qualify personnel in accordance with the procedures to prove their ability to make satisfactory joints and repairs. This personnel qualification shall be accomplished by appropriate training and by experience in the use of the procedures.
(2) Thermosetting plastic pipe may not be used for direct burial without first submitting a proposal for providing protection from external damage to the Commission for review and approval.
(3) All underground plastic pipelines must have an electrically conductive wire or other suitable means to provide positive location. When a wire is used and it is subject to corrosion, it must have an insulating coating.

Rulemaking Authority 368.05(2) FS. Law Implemented 368.05(2) FS. History–New 9-21-74, Repromulgated 10-7-75, Amended 10-2-84, Formerly 25-12.21, Amended 1-7-92.