Plumbing code questioned for kidney dialysis machines

摘要

Arlington, VA. — The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials is sorting out differences with the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation Renal Disease and Detoxification Committee over water supplies to kidney dialysis machines. AAMI contends that IAPMO standards for backflow prevention equipment may pose a safety risk for dialysis patients. Part of the problem may hinge on how local code officials interpret the Uniform Plumbing Code.