BS 5572 (1994)

BRITISH STANDARD BS 5572:1994
Code of practice for
Sanitary pipework
Licensed Copy: :FULLNAME, : DATE, Uncontrolled Copy, (c) BSI
UDC 696.14:696.12.621.643.2
BS 5572:1994
Committees responsible for this

British Standard
The preparation of this British Standard was entrusted by Technical

Committee B/505, Wastewater Engineering, to Subcommittee B/505/21, Roof
drainage and sanitary pipework, upon which the following bodies were
represented:
Association of Building Component Manufacturers

Brewers Society
British Bathroom Council
British Plaster Federation
British Plumbing Fittings Manufacturers Association
British Pump Manufacturers Association
Clay Pipe Development Association
Consumer Policy Committee of BSI
Department of the Environment (Building Research Establishment)
Department of the Environment (Construction Directorate)
Department of the Environment (TBV Consult)
Institute of Building Control
Institute of Clerks of Works of Great Britain
Institute of Plumbing
Institution of Water and Environmental Management
METCOM
National Association of Plumbing, Heating and Mechanical Services
Royal Institute of British Architects
Scottish Office (Building Directorate)
This British Standard, having

been prepared under the direction
of Technical Committeee B/505,
was published under the authority
of the Standards Board and
comes into effect on
15 September 1994
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First published, as CP 304,

December 1953
Second edition, as CP 304,
March 1968
Amendments issued since publication
Third edition, as BS 5572,
June 1978
Fourth edition September 1994 Amd. No. Date Comments
The following BSI references

relate to the work on this
standard:
Committee reference B/505/21
Draft for comment 92/10708 DC
ISBN 0 580 22927 0

BS 5572:1994
Contents
Page
Committees responsible Inside front cover
Foreword iv
1 Scope 1
2 References 1
3 Definitions 1
4 Exchange of information 2
4.1 General 2
4.2 Statutory requirements 2
5 Performance 4
5.1 General 4
5.2 Discharge 4
5.3 Hydraulics and pneumatics of discharge systems 7
6 Design 10
6.1 General 10
6.2 Traps 10
6.3 Discharge pipes and stacks 16
6.4 Ventilating pipes and stacks 26
6.5 Access 30
6.6 Materials 30
6.7 Special design considerations 31
7 Commonly used pipework arrangements; layout
and sizing data 32
7.1 General 32
7.2 Commonly used arrangements of branch discharge
pipes 32
7.3 Discharge stack, branch and ventilating pipe
relationships for common arrangements of appliances 49
8 Pipe sizing using discharge unit method 59
8.1 General 59
8.2 Procedure 61
9 Work on site 61
9.1 Jointing of pipes 61
9.2 Support and fixing of pipes 62
9.3 Protection during building construction 64
10 Inspection and testing of completed installations 64
10.1 General 64
10.2 Final inspection 64
10.3 Testing 64
11 Maintenance 66
11.1 General 66
11.2 Cleaning and descaling 67
11.3 Periodic inspection 68
Annex A (normative) Publications specifying materials,
components and appliances 70
Annex B (informative) Examples of pipe sizing procedures 72
Annex C (informative) Bibliography 74
Figure 1 Seal loss due to flow in branch pipes 8
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Figure 2 Pressure effects and seal losses due to water
flow in a discharge stack 9
Figure 3 Ventilated system 11
Figure 4 Ventilated stack system 12
Figure 5 Single stack system 13
Figure 6 Modified single stack system 14

Figure 7 Trap types 15
Figure 8 Branch discharge pipe connections to
discharge stacks 18
Figure 9 Prevention of cross flow 20
Figure 10 Discharge from stub stack 23
Figure 11 Offsets in discharge stacks 24
Figure 12 Termination of stack vents and ventilating
stacks 25
Figure 13 Ventilating pipes to branches 27
Figure 14 Ventilating stacks 28
Figure 15 Access for cleaning and testing purposes 29
Figure 16 Branch discharge pipes for single WCs 33
Figure 17 Branch discharge pipes for single urinals 33
Figure 18 Branch discharge pipes for single wash basins 34
Figure 19 Branch discharge pipes for single baths and sinks 38
Figure 20 Combined branch discharge pipe arrangement
for a bath and wash basin 39
Figure 21 Branch discharge pipes for washing and dish
washing machines 40
Figure 22 Branch discharge pipes for ranges of WCs 42
Figure 23 Branch discharge pipes for ranges of urinals 44
Figure 24 Branch discharge pipes for ranges of wash basins 46
Figure 25 Branch discharge pipes for ranges of spray tap
basins (without plugs) 48
Figure 26 Common arrangements of discharge stacks
and branches 50
Figure 27 Design flows for stacks serving mixed types of
appliances with and without WCs 62
Table 1 Equivalence between size as defined in this
standard and as in other publications 3
Table 2 Flow and usage data of some sanitary appliances 5
Table 3 Trap seal loss data 7
Table 4 Minimum sizes of tubular traps 15
Table 5 Ventilating stack sizes (in millimetres) for
commonly used arrangements of discharge stacks and
swept entry branches 58
Table 6 Discharge unit values and flow rates for
common appliances 60
Table 7 Maximum capacity and number of discharge
units for vertical stacks 61
Table 8 Maximum number of discharge units allowed
on branch discharge pipes 61
Table 9 General guide for the sizes of ventilating pipes
and stacks 61
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Table 10 Maximum distance between pipe supports 63
Table 11 Number of sanitary appliances to be discharged for
performance testing 66
Table 12 The chemical cleaning of discharge stacks and
branches 69
List of references Inside back cover
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BS 5572:1994
Foreword
This British Standard has been prepared under the direction of Technical
Committee B/505 Wastewater Engineering. It supersedes BS 5572:1978, which
is withdrawn.
The recommendations on design and workmanship are based on improved
technology in plumbing and research undertaken by the Building Research
Establishment and product manufacturers, the results of which have been proved
in practice. In particular, the sizing of pipework, the grouping of appliances for
drainage purposes, the calculation of discharge flows, the jointing of pipes and
fittings of varying materials and maintenance aspects have all been covered in
greater detail.
This revision has come at a time when changes are likely in the ranges of pipe
sizes available. This should not cause difficulty as, generally, small variations
from the stated internal diameter do not critically affect performance. An
exception is an unvented branch pipe serving a single wash basin, the size of
which does have a pronounced effect on performance. The type of basin and trap
also has an influence. Consequently, a minimum size has been quoted for this
arrangement, for a particular basin and trap design. Work is in hand to provide
more data for a range of pipe sizes, basin and trap types.
A new clause (5) dealing with the performance requirements of discharge pipe
systems has been included and it is hoped that this can be enlarged in future
revisions of this standard to enable performance to be included in more detail
than is possible at present.
The drawings contained in this standard are only diagrammatic, their purpose
being to complement the text and portray design principles.
The normative references are currently all British Standards. As European
Standards are published they will replace the relevant British Standards and be
the subject of amendment to this publication.
BSI recognizes that the European committee CEN/TC 165 is in the process of
drafting a performance specification for drainage systems inside buildings, for
publication in late 1995. The UK has participated in this work and expects this
code of practice to be fully consistent with the requirements of the European
Standard. The UK will willingly withdraw those parts of BS 5572 that are found
to be either in conflict with, or the same as, the published European Standard.
A British Standard does not purport to include all the necessary provisions of a
contract. Users of British Standards are responsible for their correct application.
Compliance with a British Standard does not of itself confer immunity
from legal obligations.
Summary of pages
This document comprises a front cover, an inside front cover, pages i to iv,
pages 1 to 76, an inside back cover and a back cover.
This standard has been updated (see copyright date) and may have had
amendments incorporated. This will be indicated in the amendment table on
the inside front cover.
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1 Scope 3.2
branch discharge pipe
This British Standard gives recommendations for
the design, installation, testing and maintenance of a discharge pipe connecting sanitary appliances to a
above ground gravity sanitary pipework and fittings discharge stack
for domestic, commercial and public buildings, with NOTE Repeated from BS 6100.
the exception of trade waste discharges and any 3.3
special requirements of buildings such as hospitals branch ventilating pipe

or research laboratories.
ventilating pipe connected to a branch discharge
NOTE The term above ground includes all pipework within or
on the building including any basement(s), but excluding any
pipe
pipework which has entered the ground, either externally or as NOTE Repeated from BS 6100.
the result of penetrating the lowest floor level or an outer wall of
the building.
3.4
criterion of satisfactory service
2 References the percentage of time during which the design
2.1 Normative references discharge flow loading will not be exceeded
This British Standard incorporates, by dated or 3.5
undated reference, provisions from other crown of trap
publications. These normative references are made the topmost point of the inside of a trap outlet
at the appropriate places in the text and the cited 3.6
publications are listed on page 76. For dated depth of water seal
references, only the edition cited applies; any
subsequent amendments to or revisions of the cited the depth of water which would have to be removed
publication apply to this British Standard only from a fully charged trap before air could pass freely
when incorporated in the reference by amendment through the trap
or revision. For undated references, the latest 3.7
edition of the cited publication applies, together discharge pipe
with any amendments.
pipe which conveys the discharge from a sanitary
2.2 Informative references appliance
This British Standard refers to other publications NOTE Repeated from BS 6100.
that provide information or guidance. Editions of 3.8
these publications current at the time of issue of this discharge unit
standard are listed on page 76, but reference should
be made to the latest editions. a unit so chosen that the relative load-producing
effect of sanitary appliances can be expressed as
2.3 Materials, appliances and components
multiples of that unit
All materials, appliances and components used in NOTE The discharge unit rating of an appliance depends on its
the discharge system described should conform to rate and duration of discharge, on the interval between
the relevant British Standards listed in Annex A. discharges and on the chosen criterion of satisfactory service. It
is not a simple multiple of a rate of flow.
3 Definitions 3.9
sanitary pipework
For the purposes of this British Standard, the
definitions given in BS 6100-2.7:1992 and arrangement of discharge pipes, with or without
Section 3.3:1992 apply, some of which have been ventilating pipes, connected to a drainage system
reproduced below, together with the following. NOTE Repeated from BS 6100.
NOTE For the purposes of this standard, pipes and pipework 3.10
include fittings. size
3.1 the term used in this standard to indicate the
access cover nominal internal diameter of pipes regardless of
a removable cover on pipes and fittings providing specific materials and their classification or
access to the interior of pipework for the purposes of description in other publications
inspection, testing and cleansing NOTE The relationship between size as used in this standard
and as in other publications is shown in Table 1.
3.11
stack
a main vertical discharge or ventilating pipe
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3.12 d) particulars of the ventilation of the pipework

stack vent system;
extension of a vertical discharge pipe above the e) the results of tests (see 10.3).
highest discharge pipe connection that terminates 4.2 Statutory requirements
in an end open to atmosphere
Attention is directed to the following statutory
NOTE Repeated from BS 6100.
requirements relating to matters dealt with in this
3.13 standard.
trap
a) Public Health Act 1936 and 1961 and London
pipe fitting or part of a sanitary appliance that Government Act 1963 [1].
retains liquid to prevent the passage of foul air b) Building Act 1984 [2].
NOTE Repeated from BS 6100.
c) Current Building Regulations for England and
3.14 Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland [3].
anti-syphon trap
d) Sewerage (Scotland) Act 1968 [4].
a trap that includes a self-closing valve, which
e) Food Act 1984 [5].
permits air to enter when suction occurs during
discharge, to prevent siphonage f) Food Hygiene (General) Regulations 1970 [6].
NOTE Also known as anti-vacuum trap. g) Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 [7].
3.15 h) Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
resealing trap (COSHH) Regulations 1988, 2nd edition [8].
a trap that retains sufficient liquid during a i) Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare)
discharge to ensure a seal of at least 25 mm depth Regulations 1992 and approved code of
after siphonage has occurred practice [9].
3.16 j) Current Education (School premises)
ventilating pipe Regulations [10].
k) Technical Regulations for Places of Public
pipe provided to limit the pressure fluctuations
Entertainment in Greater London 1965 [11].
within the discharge pipe system
NOTE Repeated from BS 6100. Users of this standard should ensure that they are
referring to the latest editions of the statutory
4 Exchange of information regulations mentioned.
4.1 General Local authorities are responsible for the
enforcement of most of the regulations and
Consultation is essential between clients, architects information required by them may include the
and engineers at all stages of the design of buildings following:
to ensure efficient and economic planning of the
1) information on the number, position and types
sanitary installations and the discharge system and
of appliances to be installed (BS 6465-1) and
the provision and positioning of ducts, in relation to
details of the proposed use of the premises;
the building as a whole.
2) notification on the appropriate forms and
Details of sewers and any precautions necessary to
particulars of the proposed work;
ensure satisfactory working of the discharge
systems, for example information on the possibility 3) drawings and specifications.
of surcharging and details of statutory regulations, NOTE Some local authorities may have special powers or
should be obtained from the local authority. Specific requirements in local Acts.
requirements of the water companies should be Before commencing the work the contractor should
ascertained. be in possession of copies of the drawings as
approved by the appropriate authorities, together
Alterations or extensions to existing work will
with the specification and any further working
probably need a survey and report which should drawings and information necessary to enable the
include the following: work to be carried out.
a) the type of drainage system in use and drain
and sewer loadings;
b) details and positions of appliances connected to
the system;
c) a description of the pipework and its condition;
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Table 1 Equivalence between size as defined in this standard and as

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in other publications
Size Iron Copper Steel Plastics Borosilicate Stainless
glass steel
BS 416 BS 437 BS 2871 BS 1387 BS 3868 BS 3506 BS 4514 BS 5254 BS 5255
See note 2 See note 2 See note 2
Nominal Nominal Size of Nominal Nominal Nominal Nominal size Nominal size Nominal size Nominal bore Nominal
bore bore tube bore bore size size
mm mm mm mm mm mm in mm in/mm in/mm mm mm
25 28 25 1 25
32 35 32 32 1 1/32 1/32
40 42 40 40 1 1/40 1/40 40
50 50 50 54 50 50 2 2/50 2/50 50 50
65 65 67 65 65 2
75 75 75 76.1 80 80 3 82.4 80 75
90 90
100 100 100 108 100 100 4 110 100 100
125 125 133 125 125 5
150 150 150 159 150 150 6 160 150 160
NOTE 1 Exact pipe internal diameters can be ascertained by reference to the appropriate British Standards.
NOTE 2 These pipes are unsuitable for pumped discharges. The pressurized pipework for pumped discharges should be made from pipes of a specification intended for pressure
applications. In some instances this may involve using a pipe capable of taking higher pressures than are necessary.
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5 Performance 5.2.3 Limitation of noise

5.1 General Noise generated by discharge systems should be
limited so as to maintain environmental quality in
Discharge pipe systems should comprise the
buildings. The discharge from sanitary appliances
minimum of pipework necessary to carry away the
and pressure fluctuations in the pipework causing
discharges from sanitary appliances in the building
seal loss are important sources of noise, but systems
quickly, quietly and with freedom from nuisance or
designed to limit pressure fluctuations, as in 5.2.2,
risk of injury to health. It is essential that air from will tend to be quiet. Noise may be reduced by sound
the discharge pipes or drainage system be prevented insulation of the pipework from the structure and of
from entering the building.
the containing ductwork. Secure fixing of pipes will
Where one or more stub stack connections discharge contribute to noise limitation.
to a drain, the head of that drain should be
5.2.4 Containment of water and air
ventilated by a ventilating stack or discharge stack
that terminates externally to atmosphere. The discharge pipework system should prevent the
leakage of contaminated water and foul air into the
5.2 Discharge
building.
5.2.1 General
5.2.5 Resistance to blockage
Required discharge rates from appliances should be
The discharge pipework should be so designed as to
a primary consideration of the designer. Typical
minimize the risk of blockage.
discharge rates for the UK are listed in Table 2. The
sizes of outlets, traps and pipework should be such 5.2.6 Durability
that the discharge from sanitary appliances is not The discharge system including materials, joints,
unduly restricted below such values. Pipes serving supports and fixings should be durable under
more than one appliance should be sized taking operating conditions.
account of simultaneous discharge. Table 2 also
5.2.7 Access for maintenance
gives information on the duration and frequency of
use of appliances that may be used in calculations of Discharge pipework should be easily accessible and
simultaneous discharge. A value of 99 % is traceable. Access covers and/or cleaning eyes should
recommended as a minimum criterion of be positioned to allow cleaning and maintenance
satisfactory service for such calculations. equipment to be easily inserted into the pipework,
5.2.2 Exclusion of foul air and to permit cleaning or clearing of all parts of the
system.
Conventional gravity discharge systems rely on
water filled traps at the appliances for the exclusion 5.2.8 Replacement
of foul air from buildings. The water seal depth The pipework system and fittings should be
should, therefore, be large enough, after possible designed and installed so that defective parts can be
loss due to evaporation and pressure fluctuations, to replaced without undue difficulty.
prevent foul air from the discharge pipe system or 5.2.9 Accessibility for testing
drain from entering the building. For WCs there
should be sufficient trap water for the containment Systems should be capable of being tested to ensure
of excreta. Additional data on traps is given that the required performance is attained. Adequate
in Table 3. access should be provided to enable tests to be
carried out.
Pressure fluctuations should be limited in order to
retain these water seals and thereby prevent foul air
from entering the building. Systems designed in
accordance with this standard have positive and
negative pressures that do not exceed 38 mm water
gauge and at least 25 mm of water seal is retained
in the traps. These limitations are based on the
worst likely discharge conditions.
NOTE For some situations, where the pressure and loss criteria
are likely to be exceeded, resealing traps are recommended as a
design solution.
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Table 2 Flow and usage data of some sanitary appliances

Appliance Specified Maximum discharge Duration of Minimum Individual
capacity rate discharge interval of probability (p)
discharge of discharge
ls1 (t) (T) t
p = ----
T
s s
Washdown WC with high 9 la 2.0 7 1 200 0.0058
level cistern 600 0.0117

300 0.0233
7.5 la 2.0 6 1 200 0.0050
600 0.0100
300 0.0200
6l 2.0 5.8 1 200 0.0048
600 0.0097
300 0.0193
Washdown WC with low 9 la 1.8 7.1 1 200 0.0059
level cistern 600 0.0118
300 0.0237
7.5 la 1.8 6.4 1 200 0.0053
600 0.0107
300 0.0213
6l 1.8 6.2 1 200 0.0052
600 0.0103
300 0.0207
Washdown WC with close 9 la 1.2 9 1 200 0.0075
coupled cistern 600 0.0150
300 0.0300
7.5 la 1.2 8 1 200 0.0067
600 0.0133
300 0.0267
6 la 1.2 6.5 1 200 0.0054
600 0.0108
300 0.0217
Washdown WC fitted with 9 la 0.4 31 1 200 0.0258
a macerator 600 0.0517
300 0.1033
7.5 la 0.4 30 1 200 0.0250
600 0.0500
300 0.1000
6l 0.4 29 1 200 0.0242
600 0.0483
300 0.0967
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Table 2 Flow and usage data of some sanitary appliances

Appliance Specified Maximum Duration of Minimum Individual
capacity discharge rate discharge interval of probability (p) of
discharge discharge
ls1 (t) (T) t
p = ----
T
s s
Urinal 2.5 l 0.15 20 1 200 0.0167
(per person unit)

Wash basin 6l 0.6 10 1 200 0.0083
(32 mm branch) 600 0.0167
300 0.0333
Sink 23 l 0.9 25 1 200 0.0208
(40 mm branch) 600 0.417
300 0.0834
Food waste 0.2 90 1 500 0.006
disposal unit
Bath 80 l 1.1 75 4 500 0.0167
(40 mm branch) 1 800 0.0417
Spray tap basin 0.06
Electric shower 7 kw to 8 kw 0.07 300 1 200 0.0250
86 400 0.0035
Low pressure < 0.6 bar headb 0.15 300 1 200 0.0250
shower 86 400 0.0035
(per Spray head)
High pressure > 0.6 bar headb 0.15 to 0.35 300 1 200 0.0250
shower (per Spray 86 400 0.0035
head)
Automatic 4 kg to 0.6 30 240 Note 1 0.1250
washing machine 5 kg dry load 900 0.0333
15 000 0.0200
Dish washing 12 to 14 place 0.25 20 180 Note 2 0.1110
machine settings 1 200 0.0166
86 400 0.0002
NOTE 1 A washing machine will discharge at various intervals during any selected programme. The maximum number of
discharges will be 6 and the volume discharged each time will be in the order of 20 l. Hence:
240 s represents the minimum time between rinses;
900 s represents a mean discharge interval of 15 min during the use of the machine;
15 000 s represents a 4.2 h interval between uses of the machine.
NOTE 2 A dishwasher will discharge at various intervals during any selected programme. The maximum number of discharges
will be 5 and the volume discharged each time will be in the order of 6 l. Hence:
180 s represents the minimum time between rinses;
1 200 s represents a mean discharge interval of 20 min during the use of the machine;
86 400 s represents daily use of the machine.
The above data applies to 1990 models; older machines will generally discharge greater volumes at lower flow rates for longer periods
e.g. a 1970s washing machine would discharge at about 0.1 l/s for around 3 min.
NOTE 3 For discharges from non-domestic appliances see 6.7.1.1.
a British Standard WC cistern capacities have the following tolerances 9 l 0.5 l (BS 1125) 7.5 +0 (BS 7357).
0.5 l
b 1 bar = 105 N/m2 = 105 Pa.
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5.3 Hydraulics and pneumatics of discharge 5.3.3 Discharge stacks

systems Water flowing in discharge stacks will cause air
5.3.1 General pressure fluctuations. Suction can occur below
For design purposes it is convenient to consider discharging branch connections and offsets, causing
separately the effects of the flow in branch discharge water seal loss by induced siphonage from
pipes and the flow in discharge stacks. appliances connected to the stack. Back pressures or
positive pressures can occur above offsets and bends
5.3.2 Branch discharge pipes in stacks causing foul air to be blown through the
Loss of water seal from the trap of a discharging trap water seal and, sometimes, seal loss. These seal
appliance may occur by self-siphonage if the branch losses (see Figure 2) will be affected by the following:
discharge pipe flows at full bore. Traps on a) the flow load, depending on the total number
appliances not discharging may also suffer seal loss and type of appliances connected to the stack,
by induced siphonage if the branch discharge pipe to their distribution on each floor of the building
which they are connected is flowing full bore or if and the frequency with which they are used;
conditions of flow in the vertical stack create
b) the height and diameter of the stack, excessive
negative pressure. These seal losses (see Figure 1)
seal losses being prevented by selecting the size of
will be affected by the following:
stack appropriate to the number of appliances
a) the design of the appliance, e.g. funnel-shaped connected to it and the height of the building;
appliances increase the chance of self-siphonage;
c) the design of pipe fittings, particularly the
b) the length, slope and size of the pipe; shape and size of branch inlets and the radius of
c) the type of trap and waste fittings, grid design the bend at the base of the stack connecting it to
and free cross-sectional area at the outlet; the drain;
d) whether or not the appliance has an overflow d) changes of direction in the wet portion of the
which is connected into the waste fitting or to the discharge stack;
trap; e) provision, or not, of a ventilating pipe;
e) the design of pipework fittings, particularly f) surcharging of the drain;
bends;
g) provision, or not, of an intercepting trap in the
f) the provision or not of a branch ventilating drain.
pipe.
Table 3 Trap seal loss data
Typical seal loss (due to negative pressure (suction) of 325 N/m2 Typical evaporation loss
(38 mm water gauge) in discharge systems)
Trap datails Approximate Trap detail Accepted average

seal loss figure per week
mm mm
Typical washdown WC, 50 mm seal 25 Small and large bore traps 2.5
depth
Small diameter tubular trap, 50 mm 19
or 75 mm seal depth
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Figure 1 Seal loss due to flow in branch pipes
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NOTE Connection close to base of stack is not recommended but is shown here to illustrate pressure effects.
Figure 2 Pressure effects and seal losses due to water flow in a discharge stack
5.3.4 Additional information on discharge 5.3.4.3 Surcharging of the drain
stacks If the drain to which the discharge stack is
5.3.4.1 Shape and size of branch inlets connected is surcharged, the normal flow of air
Suction produced in the discharge stack below down the stack during discharge is interrupted and
discharging branch inlets is affected by the radius or high back pressures can occur. Under these
slope of the branch inlet. A large radius or a 45 conditions additional stack ventilation will be
entry will tend to minimize the amount of the required (see 7.3.3). Lightly loaded stacks, however,
suction but a near horizontal entry with a small do not require additional stack ventilation,
radius will tend to have the opposite effect. Branch i.e. dwellings of no more than three storeys.
inlets which are significantly smaller in diameter 5.3.4.4 Intercepting traps
than the stack are not so critical in this respect In a situation where a single discharge stack is
(see 6.3.2.5). connected to a drain fitted with an intercepting trap
5.3.4.2 Bends and offsets in close proximity, large pressure fluctuations can
Sharp bends at the base of a stack can cause large occur. Additional stack ventilation may then be
back pressures due to restriction of the stack air necessary (see 7.3.3).
flow and, similarly, offsets of less than 3 m length in 5.3.4.5 Wind effects
the wet part of a stack can produce large pressure Wind blowing across roofs can produce pressure
fluctuations. Changes in stack direction can also fluctuations in the vicinity of parapets and corners
cause foaming of detergents and consequent of the building. If discharge or ventilation stacks are
pressure fluctuations (see 6.3.3.2 and 7.3.2). terminated in these areas unacceptable pressure
fluctuations can be developed in the discharge
system (see 6.3.3.7).
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5.3.4.6 Admission of rainwater into discharge stacks c) Single stack system (see Figure 5 and Figure 6)
In some areas with combined drainage systems, A single stack system is used in situations as
discharge stacks are permitted to receive rainwater described in b) but only where the discharge stack
from roof areas. However, rainwater pipes are not is large enough to limit pressure fluctuations
permitted to receive foul or waste discharges. The without the need for a ventilating stack.
rainwater outlet should be trapped unless it is in a A modified single stack system, providing
position where termination of a stack vent is ventilating pipework extended to the atmosphere or
permitted. In very long stacks, e.g. a 30 storey connected to a ventilating stack, can be used where
building, quite small continuous flows of rainwater the disposition of appliances on a branch discharge
can cause excessive pressure fluctuations. There is pipe could cause loss of their trap seals. The
also the danger of flooding if a blockage occurs in the ventilating stack need not be connected directly to
discharge stack or underground drain during a the discharge stack and can be smaller in diameter
heavy rainstorm especially if the roof area served is than that required for a ventilated stack system.
large (see 6.3.3.5, 6.3.3.6 and 6.3.3.7).
Consequently it is generally recommended that the 6 Design
practice is limited to roof areas of not more 6.1 General
than 40 m2 per stack and to buildings of not more
Recommendations in this standard are based,
than 10 storeys in height. Within these limitations wherever possible, on appliances, pipes and fittings
the appropriate data in Table 5 can be used with no that conform to British Standards.
increase in ventilating stack size (see 5.2.2).
This clause and clauses 7 and 8 give detailed design
5.3.4.7 Effects of pumped or ejected discharge data for the following:
Where it is necessary to pump or eject the effluent, a) domestic buildings including bungalows,
the method of discharge to the building drainage houses, multi-storey flats and halls of residence.
system should be such that the rate of flow and the Typical features of these installations are single
location of the discharge will not cause pressure appliances connected to, and often closely
fluctuations which might adversely affect the grouped round, a discharge stack;
performance of the gravity system.
b) non-domestic buildings such as offices,
The exhaust compressed air from pneumatic factories, schools and other types of public
ejectors should not be discharged into the gravity buildings. Typical features of these installations
drainage ventilation system but should be are ranges of appliances connected to the
discharged to atmosphere separately. discharge stack by main branch discharge pipes.
5.3.5 Description of discharge systems Generally, appliances cannot be so closely
grouped round the stack as in domestic buildings.
The discharge systems can conveniently be
classified as follows. 6.2 Traps (see Figure 7)
a) Ventilated system (see Figure 3) 6.2.1 General
A ventilated system is used in situations where Designs in this standard are based on the use of
there are large numbers of sanitary appliances traps with the basic dimensions as given in 6.2.2
in ranges or where they have to be widely and 6.2.3.
dispersed and it is impracticable to provide Traps should be designed so that deposits do not
discharge stack(s) in close proximity to the accumulate. A trap which is not an integral part of
appliances. Trap seals are safeguarded by an appliance should be attached to, and be
extending the discharge and ventilating stacks immediately beneath, its outlet and be
to atmosphere and providing individual branch self-cleansing. The internal surface of the trap
ventilating pipes. should be smooth throughout (see 5.2.5).
b) Ventilated stack system (see Figure 4) All traps should be accessible and provided with an
A ventilated stack system is used in situations adequate facility for cleansing. There can be
where close grouping of appliances makes it advantages in providing traps which are capable of
practicable to provide branch discharge pipes being readily removed or dismantled (see 5.2.7).
without the need for branch ventilating pipes.
Trap seals are safeguarded by extending the
stack(s) to the atmosphere and by
cross-connecting the ventilating stack to the
discharge stack.
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NOTE For use in situations where there are large numbers of sanitary appliances in ranges or where they have to be widely
dispersed and it is impracticable to provide discharge stacks in close proximity to the appliances.
Figure 3 Ventilated system
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NOTE For use in situations where close grouping of appliances makes it practicable to provide branch discharge pipes without the
need for branch ventilating pipes.
Figure 4 Ventilated stack system
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NOTE For use in situations described in the note to Figure 4, but where the discharge stack is large enough to limit pressure
fluctuations without the need for a ventilating stack.
Figure 5 Single stack system
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NOTE For use in situations where the disposition of appliances on a branch discharge pipe could cause loss of their trap seals
(by the provision of ventilating pipework extended to the atmosphere or connected to a ventilating stack).
Figure 6 Modified single stack system
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Figure 7 Trap types

6.2.2 Depth of seals 6.2.3 Diameters of tubular traps
Traps with outlets for pipes up to and The sizes of tubular traps should be not less than
including 50 mm size should have a minimum water those given in Table 4 (see 5.2).
seal of 50 mm on baths and shower trays, and on 6.2.4 Bottle traps
spray-tap basins provided they are fitted with
flush-grated wastes without plugs, and 75 mm on This type of trap in which the division between the
all other appliances (see 5.2.2). inlet and outlet legs is formed by a dip tube or vane
within the body of the trap, the lower part of the
Traps with outlets for pipes over 50 mm size should trap being removable for access, should be designed
have a minimum water seal of 50 mm (see 5.2.2).
to conform to 6.2.1 and 6.2.2. The size of inlet and
Traps used on appliances with a trailing waste outlet should be as given in 6.2.3 and there should
discharge and installed on ground floors and be no reduction in flow area through the trap. Bottle
discharging to an external gully may have a reduced traps are often used in conjunction with wash basins
water seal of not less than 38 mm where the trap is exposed, or where there may be
(see 5.2.2 and 6.3.2.7). difficulty in fitting a tubular trap.
Table 4 Minimum sizes of tubular traps 6.2.5 Resealing traps
Type of appliance Size of Type of appliance Size of These are specially designed traps for unventilated
trap trap
small size discharge pipes fitted to appliances
mm mm where, because of the arrangement of the pipework,
Wash basin 32 siphonage would otherwise occur. They will become
less efficient in resealing if the recommendations
Bidet 32 of 6.2.1 are not met. Resealing traps should be
Sink 40 regularly inspected and maintained. Some types can
Bath 40 be noisy in operation (see 5.2.3).
Urinal (bowl) 40 The depth of seals should be as given in 6.2.2, the
Shower bath 40 Urinals (1 to 7 65 sizes at inlet and outlet should be as given in 6.2.3
tray stalls or slab of and there should be no reduction in flow area
equivalent through the trap.
length)a
32 Food-waste 40 6.2.6 Floor drainage gullies
Drinking disposal unit Trapped floor drainage gullies are normally
fountain (domestic) connected to branch pipes of 75 mm size or larger
32 Food-waste 50 and are therefore not subject to seal loss due to
Bar well disposal unit self-siphonage. Infrequent use can however lead to
(industrial type) total loss of seal due to evaporation. Consequently,
Sanitary towel 40 these traps should only be specified for areas where
macerator the usage will ensure that the trap seal is
a
Where there are more than seven stalls or a slab of equivalent maintained (see 5.2.2).
length in one range, more than one outlet should be provided.
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6.2.7 Sinks and washing machines 6.3.2.4 Branch pipe bends and junctions
It is preferable that traps are positioned Bends in branch discharge pipes should be avoided,
immediately beneath sink waste outlets, however a especially for single and ranges of wash basins, as
single trap may receive the discharges from two they can cause blockages and increase
adjacent sinks and also from a domestic washing self-siphonage effects. When they are unavoidable
machine and/or dishwasher provided the total they should be of large radius. Precise information
length of pipework joining the waste outlet of the on bend radii for branch pipe arrangements to
sinks to the trap inlet does not exceed 750 mm. various appliances is given in clause 9
6.3 Discharge pipes and stacks (see 5.2.2 and 5.2.5).
Junctions between branch discharge pipes of about
6.3.1 General
the same diameter should be swept in the direction
It is convenient to deal with branch discharge pipes of flow using swept entry branches, with a 25 mm
and discharge stacks separately because of their minimum root radius, e.g. Figure 22; otherwise 45
different performance characteristics. branches should be used. To minimize the risk of
Branch discharge pipes and discharge stacks should blockage, branches up to 40 mm size joining larger
be installed inside buildings but for buildings up to diameter horizontal branches of 100 mm or over
three storeys, discharge stacks and branch should, if practicable, connect to the upper part of
discharge pipes may be installed externally. the pipe wall of the larger branch. For the same
6.3.2 Branch discharge pipes reason, opposed branch connections in the
horizontal plane to a main branch discharge pipe
6.3.2.1 Diameter should be avoided (see 5.2.5).
Branch pipes should not be reduced in diameter in For a combined branch to which a wash basin is
the direction of flow. Sizes are given in clauses 7 connected, the shape of a tee junction fitting can
and 8. Oversizing branch pipes to avoid have an especially significant effect on performance,
self-siphonage problems can be uneconomic and can unless swept in the direction of flow
lead to an increased rate of deposit accumulation (see 5.2.2 and 7.2.2.7).
(see 5.2.1 and 5.2.5).
6.3.2.5 Branch pipe connections to discharge stacks
6.3.2.2 Gradients
6.3.2.5.1 General (see Figure 8)
The gradient of a branch discharge pipe should be
Small diameter branch discharge pipes up to 65 mm
uniform and adequate to drain the pipe efficiently.
size may be connected to stacks of 75 mm or larger
Practical considerations usually limit the minimum
by swept or unswept branch connections and some
gradient to 1 or 1 (18 mm/m or 22 mm/m), but
change in gradient close to the stack is permissible
flatter gradients down to (9 mm/m) may be
to allow the use of a standard 87 branch boss.
imposed on long runs of 100 mm and 150 mm size
However, for 32 mm pipes serving wash basins the
pipe when space is restricted. This can be
root radius should be not greater than 25 mm
undesirable and adequate self-cleansing of such an
(see Figure 8 b) and the change in gradient should
arrangement is only possible with high flow rate
be within 250 mm from the stack (see 5.2.2).
(e.g. of not less than 2.5 l/s) and workmanship of a
high standard (see 5.2.5). A branch inlet of 75 mm to 150 mm size joining a
discharge stack of equal diameter should be swept
Pipes sizes, gradients and pipe capacities are
in the direction of flow with a radius of not less
inter-related as shown in clause 7 and this
than 50 mm for angles of 89 to 67
relationship is vital for the 32 mm branches
(see Figure 8 c) i) (see 5.2.2).
normally connected to wash basins. Vertical 32 mm
branch pipe from wash basins with s traps often Branch pipe connections at 45 or less do not need
run full bore and ventilating pipework may be swept inlets (see Figure 8 c) ii).
needed to prevent self-siphonage and noisy Branch inlets of 75 mm size joining 100 mm
discharge (see 5.2.2 and 5.2.3). or 150 mm discharge stacks and branch inlets
6.3.2.3 Lengths of 100 mm joining 150 mm stacks may be swept or
unswept (see Figure 8 c) iii).
Branch discharge pipes, especially those serving
wash basins and urinals, should be kept as short as Branch discharge pipes should not discharge over a
practicable to reduce both self-siphonage effects and hopper head.
the accumulation of deposits. Large diameter
branches serving WCs present fewer problems in
these respects (see 5.2.2 and 5.2.5).
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6.3.2.5.2 Waste manifolds 6.3.2.7.3 Stub stacks

Branch discharge pipes may connect to a waste A stub stack consists of a short straight 100 mm
manifold [see Figure 8 d)] providing there is no discharge stack with the top closed, preferably with
restriction of cross-sectional area of the pipework an access fitting. It can be used to connect various
connecting to it and it is designed to prevent cross appliances to a drain or discharge stack providing
flow of the discharge. Pipework connecting to waste the total loading does not exceed 17 discharge units
manifolds should be installed in such a manner as to and the centre line of the WC branch is not more
prevent self-siphonage (see 5.3.1 and 7.2.2). than 1.5 m and the centre line of the topmost
6.3.2.6 Prevention of cross flow (see Figure 9) connection is not more than 2.5 m above the invert
level of the drain or branch discharge pipe
Where small diameter branch discharge pipes (see Figure 10 a). Where one or more stub stack
without swept entries are opposed, they should be connections discharge to a drain, the head of that
arranged so that the risk of the discharge from one drain should be ventilated by a ventilating stack or
branch into the other is avoided (see 5.2.5). discharge stack that terminates externally to
To prevent the discharge from a large diameter atmosphere.
branch (e.g. a WC branch) backing up a smaller
diameter branch (e.g. a bath branch) the latter
should be connected to the stack so that its centre
line meets the centre line of the stack at or above the
level at which the centre line of the large branch
meets the centre line of the stack, or at least 200 mm
below it. Similar rules apply to opposed small
diameter branches (see Figure 9) (see 5.2.5).
A branch creates a no connection zone on a stack, as
shown shaded in Figure 9. No other branch may be
fitted such that its centre line falls inside a zone, but
its centre line may be on the boundary of the zone.
6.3.2.7 Direct connections to an underground drain
6.3.2.7.1 Gullies
It is often convenient on the ground floor of
buildings to discharge the waste water from some
appliances, e.g. baths, wash basins and sinks, into
an external gully. The appliances should be fitted
with suitable traps and the discharge pipes should
terminate below the grating but above the water
level in the gully.
This arrangement usually requires a length of
vertical, or near vertical, discharge pipe which can
cause self-siphonage of the trap seals and some
noise. The former is not so likely with baths and
sinks because trail off at the end of discharges will
refill the traps sufficiently but wash basins
branches may require venting. However, in suitable
circumstances a resealing trap may be fitted. Noisy
discharges can only be prevented by venting
(see 5.2.2 and 5.2.3).
6.3.2.7.2 WC connections
WCs can be connected directly to a drain, without
individual venting, provided that the vertical
distance from the crown of the trap to the invert of
the drain is not more than 1.5 m (see 5.2.2).
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Figure 8 Branch discharge pipe connections to discharge stacks
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Figure 8 Branch discharge pipe connections to

discharge stacks (concluded)
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Figure 9 Prevention of cross flow
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Figure 9 Prevention of cross flow (concluded)
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6.3.3 Discharge stacks 6.3.3.6 Intercepting traps

6.3.3.1 Diameter Intercepting traps are generally no longer used
The internal diameter of a discharge stack should be except for rodent control measures, but if a stack is
not less than that of the largest trap or branch to be connected to a drain in which an intercepting
discharge pipe connected to it. The stack vent trap is fitted, the size of ventilating stack should be
should be continued to the point of termination as for a surcharged drainage system
(see 6.3.3.5 and 5.2.2).
without any reduction in size to the discharge stack

(see 6.3.3.6), except for one and two storey housing 6.3.3.7 Termination of stack vents (see Figure 12)
where, in certain cases, economies can be made by Stack vents should terminate with a durable
using a 75 mm stack vent without detriment to the domical cage, or other cover which does not unduly
performance of the system. Sizes of discharge stacks restrict the flow of air, at such a height and position
are given in clause 7 (see 5.2 and 5.2.5). that foul air does not cause a nuisance or health
6.3.3.2 Bends at the base of stacks (see Figure 10 b) hazard. In general this is achieved if the stack vent
Bends at the base of a discharge stack should be of is not less than 900 mm above the head of any
large radius, but preferably two 45 large radius window or other opening into a building within a
bends should be used. Increasing the diameter of the horizontal distance of 3 m. Stacks should also be
bend at the base of a stack is an alternative but this positioned away from parapets and corners of
may oversize the drain and be uneconomic buildings (see 5.2.2).
(see 5.2.2 and 5.2.5). 6.3.3.8 Air admittance valves (AAVs)
6.3.3.3 Branches at the base of stacks (single stack Underground drainage systems are ventilated
system) through traditional ventilating pipes and these
Generally, for systems up to five storeys, the should preferably be installed where practicable.
distance between the lowest branch connections and Where termination of stack vents or ventilating
the invert of the drain should be at least 750 mm, pipes proves difficult the use of AAVs may be
but for low rise single dwellings 450 mm is considered.
adequate. For larger multi-storey systems it is Their installation (see note) should conform with
better to connect the ground floor appliances into the manufacturers instructions. Dust laden
their own stack or the horizontal drain and not atmospheres (i.e. caused by industrial processes)
directly to the main stack. For buildings over 20 may cause AAVs to malfunction. To aid clearance of
storeys high it may be necessary for both the ground blockages, AAVs should be removable.
and first floor appliances to be so connected NOTE Approved Document H of The Building
(see 5.2.2 and 5.2.5). Regulations 1991 [3] only permits AAVs that are subject to a
current British Board of Agrment Certificate and for their
6.3.3.4 Offsets (see Figure 11) installation to be in accordance with the terms of the certificate.
Part M of the technical standards for compliance with the
Offsets in the wet portion of a discharge stack Building Standards (Scotland) Regulations 1990 [3] also has
should be avoided. When they have to be fitted, restrictions on their use.
large radius bends should be used as described 6.3.3.9 Discharge stacks serving only urinals
in 6.3.3.2 but a ventilation stack may still be
necessary with connection to the discharge stack A stack carrying only discharges from urinals is
above and below the offset. Sizes of vent stack for likely to become rapidly encrusted with sediment
this purpose are given in 7.3.2 and Figure 11. and special attention to access and regular cleaning
Offsets above the topmost appliance or branch is necessary. It is an advantage to connect other
connection do not require venting appliances, such as WCs and hot water discharges,
(see 5.2.2 and 5.2.5). to a urinal stack to reduce this encrustation
(see 5.2.5, 5.2.7, 6.3.2 and 7.2.3.2).
6.3.3.5 Surcharging of the drain
If the drain, to which the discharge stack is
connected, is likely to be affected by surcharging, a
ventilating pipe or stack should be connected to the
base of the stack above the likely flood level
(see 5.3.3.3). Ventilated systems may require larger
ventilating stacks. Sizes are given in 7.3.3
(see 5.2.2).
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Figure 10 Discharge from stub stack
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NOTE 2 Arrangement (b) is only possible Db is 75 mm or larger.
NOTE 3 No offset venting is required is lightly loaded systems of up to three storeys in height.
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6.3.3.10 Discharge stacks serving only sinks and/or 6.4.1.4 Installation

washing machine Ventilating pipes should be installed so that there is
In some multi-storey flat layouts it may be a continuous fall back into the branch discharge
convenient to connect the kitchen sinks or laundry pipe system as a safeguard against the possibility of
appliances to a separate stack. This arrangement a condensation waterlock preventing the movement
can give rise to very heavy stack deposits especially of air through the ventilating system and to
with soft water, which will require frequent removal minimize the risk of internal corrosion. An
if partial blockage is to be avoided. Foaming, due to exception is the venting method shown in
excessive detergent use, may occur at the base of the Figure 13 c) in which the fall is towards the vent
stack and cause ventilation problems. If such stack (see 5.2.2 and 5.2.6).
arrangements cannot be avoided, ready access to 6.4.2 Ventilating stacks (see Figure 14)
the stack should be provided (but not in food
preparation and storage areas) and regular 6.4.2.1 Size
maintenance arranged (see 5.2.5 and 5.2.7). Sizes of ventilating stacks are given in clause 7.
6.4 Ventilating pipes and stacks 6.4.2.2 Connections
6.4.1 Branch ventilating pipes (see Figure 13) In ventilated systems and ventilated stack systems
6.4.1.1 Size (see Figure 3 and Figure 4) the ventilating stack can
be joined to the discharge stack by
The size of ventilating pipes to branches from cross-connections, usually on each floor. These
individual appliances can be 25 mm but, if they are cross-connections should slope upwards from the
longer than 15 m or contain more than five bends, discharge stack (67 maximum) to prevent
a 32 mm pipe should be used. If the connection of discharge water from entering the vent system and
the ventilating pipe is liable to blockage due to should be of the same diameter as the ventilating
repeated splashing or submergence on a WC branch stack. Another method of connection is via large
(see Figure 22) it should be larger, but it can be size (75 mm min.) branches at each floor level.
reduced when above the spill-over level of the These connections should be the same size as the
appliance (see 5.2.5 and 5.2.7). ventilating stack and should be made to the branch
6.4.1.2 Connections to stacks discharge pipe as close to the stack as practicable.
For branch discharge pipes requiring relief venting The latter method is preferable for ventilating
the ventilating pipes can be connected to the stacks smaller than 50 mm (see 5.2.2 and 5.2.6).
ventilating stack in a ventilated system. For a The lowest end of the ventilating stack should
modified single stack system where the discharge normally be connected to the discharge stack at or
stack does not need a ventilating stack, the below the lowest branch connection; the upper end
ventilating pipes can be run to the open air either should preferably be connected to the stack vent, or
directly or, in multi-storey systems, via a common pass through the roof to the atmosphere.
connecting ventilating stack. Connections between 6.4.2.3 Installation
the branch ventilating pipes and any vertical stack
should normally be above the spill-over level of the Bends and offsets in ventilating pipes do not
highest fitting served. An alternative solution for normally affect performance, but they should be of
situations where such a pipe run would be unsightly large radius.
is shown in Figure 13 c) (see 5.2.2 and 5.2.6).
6.4.1.3 Connections to discharge pipes
Connections to the appliance discharge pipe should
normally be as close to the trap as practicable but
within 750 mm. Connections to the end of branch
runs, i.e. end venting, should be to the top of the
branch pipe, away from any likely backflow which
could cause blockage (see 5.2.2 and 5.2.6).
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Figure 13 Ventilating pipes to branches ( concluded)
Figure 14 Ventilating stacks
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6.4.2.4 Connections on modified single stack systems 6.5.4 Urinals

For modified single stack systems (see Figure 6) the The discharge from urinals can give rise to heavy
ventilating stack is only acting as a common deposits especially with hard water. Special
connection for the branch ventilating pipes, and attention is therefore necessary to the provision of
connections to the discharge stack are normally access so that all parts of the stack, branch and trap
unnecessary. A stack size of 32 mm is usually can be readily cleaned (see 5.2.7, 6.3.3.9, 7.2.3.2).
sufficient. However, if required, the two stacks can
6.5.5 Wash basins, sinks and baths

be connected at the stack vent (see Figure 12),
otherwise the ventilating stack can pass through Where access is required this may be conveniently
the roof to the atmosphere. Also, if there is a provided by the use of traps and joints that are
possibility of a condensation waterlock, easily disconnected. Additional access is needed
e.g. with branch ventilating pipes as shown in only under exceptional circumstances, such as
Figure 13 c), then the lowest end of the ventilating where the discharge pipe is longer than normal or
stack should be connected to the discharge stack via where several bends occur in the pipework
a large size (75 mm min.) branch. (See Figure 14 (see 5.2.7).
and 5.2.2.) With soft water, branches from spray tap wash
6.4.3 Termination of ventilating pipes basins are likely to become blocked and particular
(see Figure 12) attention should be paid to access. Stacks serving
sinks only, especially where the water is soft, may
Ventilating pipes should be positioned as described require access on each floor (see 5.2.7).
for stack vents (see 6.3.3.7) and should be fitted
with a guard or domical cage of durable material or 6.5.6 Discharge and ventilating stacks
other cover which does not unduly restrict the flow Where the discharge stack has a long drain
of air (see 5.2.2). connection to a manhole, access for rodding and
6.5 Access (see Figure 15) testing should be provided at or near the foot of the
stack (see 5.2.7 and 5.2.9).
6.5.1 General
For multi-storey domestic buildings, access to the
Sufficient and suitable access should be provided to ventilating and discharge stacks should be provided
enable all pipework to be tested and maintained at about three storey intervals or less to facilitate
effectively. The access covers, plugs or caps should cleaning and to enable pressure tests to be carried
be sited so as to facilitate the insertion of testing out. For the same reasons access to the ventilating
apparatus and the use of equipment for cleaning and discharge stacks in multi-storey offices and
and/or for the removal of blockages. The use of similar more complex systems should be provided on
apparatus or equipment should not be impeded by each floor (see 5.2.7 and 5.2.9).
the structure or other services. Access points should
6.5.7 Restaurant and canteen kitchens
not be located where their use may give rise to
nuisance or danger if spillage occurs. This can be In restaurant and canteen kitchens the risk of pipe
mitigated if they are above the spill-over level of the blockage is increased by the higher proportion of
pipework likely to be affected by a blockage and/or grease and suspended solids in the waste water. In
are extended to suitable positions at the face of a addition to the normal provision of access points on
duct or casing, or at floor level (see 5.2.7 and 5.2.9). the discharge stack above the spill-over level of the
appliances and at the high end of the branch
6.5.2 Pipe ducts
discharge pipes, access should be provided close to
Pipework enclosures, e.g. ducts and casings, should appliances such as food waste macerators and
be suitable in size and provide ready access for vegetable paring machines where there is a high
maintenance, testing and cleaning. They should be risk of blockage (see 5.2.5, 5.2.7 and 5.2.9).
constructed appropriately for fire resistance, sound
It is also necessary to ensure that access points are
insulation and to limit the spread of vermin located in positions which will be accessible after the
(see 5.2.3, 5.2.7, 5.2.9). appliances have been installed (see 5.2.7).
6.5.3 Water closets 6.6 Materials
WCs are particularly prone to obstruction in or near
6.6.1 General
the trap through misuse. There are advantages in
using a joint or jointing material to a WC pan which Pipes and fittings should be suitable for their
will allow the easy removal and replacement of the purpose and should conform to the requirements of
pan (see 5.2.7). the relevant British Standards listed in Annex A.
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The choice of material depends on the size and 6.6.2.3 Borosilicate glass
function of the pipework, the temperature and This material is generally used for laboratory waste
constituents of the discharge and the ambient discharge but it may be applied to other drainage
conditions including temperature. Other systems.
considerations are the weight, physical strength,
ease of assembly and maintenance requirements of 6.7 Special design considerations
the pipework. (See 5.2.5 and 5.2.6.) 6.7.1 Restaurant and canteen kitchens
6.6.2 Types of materials 6.7.1.1 General

6.6.2.1 Metals For the purpose of considering the waste discharge
The following metals are generally suitable for from restaurant and canteen kitchens the work
discharge and ventilating pipes covered by this process can be divided into two main operations:
standard: a) food preparation and cooking, involving the use
a) cast iron; of vegetable preparation sinks, general purpose
sinks, vegetable paring machines and waste
b) copper;
disposal units;
c) galvanized steel;
b) washing up, involving the use of waste disposal
d) lead; units, dish washing machines, pot wash sinks,
e) stainless steel; sterilizing sinks and general purpose sinks.
Electrolytic corrosion may occur where The time scale during which the operations may be
dissimilar metals are in contact in the presence carried out will not conform to a set pattern, but will
of moisture. In the following scale, where any vary from kitchen to kitchen according to its size,
two metals are combined, the upper one may be the number of meals served and the period over
attacked and the closer the metals are in the which the meal service is provided.
scale, the lower the risk of attack (see 5.2.6): The peak rate of waste discharge will probably occur
1) zinc; during washing up periods when dish washing
2) iron; machines are in use. Dish washing machines vary in
size and according to the capacity of the machine
3) lead; may use water from 125 l/h with a peak flow rate in
4) brass; the order of 80 l/min to in excess of 600 l/h with a
5) copper and stainless steel. peak of 180 l/min. The flow rate of waste discharge
from kitchen appliances should, therefore, be
6.6.2.2 Plastics
calculated on the basis of the capacity and peak
The following plastics are generally suitable for usage of the appliances.
discharge pipes covered by this standard:
Kitchens are of necessity designed to ensure a
a) acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS); natural flow of work and seldom permit the
b) high density polyethylene (HDPE); grouping of the appliances to give the best
c) modified unplasticized polyvinyl chloride conditions for drainage. It is of primary importance
(MUPVC); that there should be no loss of water seal in the
traps on kitchen appliances, therefore an adequate
d) unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC-U); ventilated system of drainage is necessary
e) polypropylene (PP). (see 5.2.1, 5.2.2 and 6.5.7).
Some of these materials may not be suitable if large 6.7.1.2 Specific requirements
quantities of very hot water have to be discharged;
Drain-off valves on food containers should be of the
also some solvents and organic compounds can
damage plastics materials. The relevant British full way plug-cock type with quick release bodies for
Standards should be consulted or expert advice easy cleaning. These valves should not be connected
to a discharge pipe or drain without an intervening
sought if these conditions are likely (see 5.2.6).
air break.
Plastics material exposed to direct sunlight may
Floor channels and gratings to open gullies found in
require protection to resist ultraviolet degradation.
kitchens, food preparation rooms and wash-up
It is advisable to seek guidance from manufacturers
of any materials other than PVC-U or MUPVC rooms harbour dirt and grease and if the gratings
(see 5.2.6). are not properly fitted they can be hazardous to
pedestrian traffic. This form of drainage is
unhygienic and should be avoided.
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Sinks and dish washing machines should be To avoid the risk of food contamination, grease traps
individually trapped and connected directly to the should not be located in food rooms
discharge stack. (see 5.2.5 and 5.2.7).
Vegetable paring machines should be fitted with a 6.7.2 Hairdressing salons
waste dilution unit and the discharge pipe should be Special fittings should be provided at the outlet of
trapped and connected directly to the discharge
basins to prevent the ingress of hair into the
stack.
discharge system (see 5.2.5 and 5.2.7).

The pipes from appliances which discharge waste
water containing heavy concentrations of solid 7 Commonly used pipework
matter, e.g. vegetable paring machines and food arrangements; layout and sizing data
waste disposal units, should not be connected to the
head of long runs of horizontal discharge pipes or 7.1 General
discharge to grease traps. They should be connected This clause contains data on the sizing of discharge
as close as is practicable to the main vertical and ventilating pipework and shows commonly used
discharge stack or drain to gain the maximum pipework arrangements for buildings within the
flushing advantage from appliances with high waste scope of this standard. All sizes assume a reasonable
water discharge rates (see 7.2.2.6.1). degree of maintenance.
Where practicable, items of kitchen equipment such In small discharge pipes up to 50 mm diameter,
as steaming ovens, bains-marie, boilers and cafe changes of direction greater than 45 should be
sets should discharge over a drip tray or a fixed made by swept fittings of 25 mm minimum throat
tundish having a trapped outlet connected to the radius. Alternatively two or more unswept fittings
discharge system. of not more than 45, separated by short lengths of
Boiling pans should be drained separately over pipe, may be used. Bends may be formed on metal
removable tundishes into trapped gullies. The pipes, but a relatively large radius may then be
trapped gully should be fitted with a solid hinged required to ensure that the throat of the bend is
flap flush with the floor, the flap kept closed when smooth.
not in use (see 5.2.5 and 5.2.7). Typical examples of pipe sizing procedures are given
6.7.1.3 Grease traps in Annex B.
The use of grease traps should be avoided if 7.2 Commonly used arrangements of branch
practicable. Where used, they should be designed discharge pipes
and located to promote cooling, coagulation and 7.2.1 General
retention of the grease within the trap. Grease traps The information given below should be used in
that have enzyme dosing facilities should be conjunction with the figures referred to in the text
installed and used in accordance with the and the general design recommendations in
manufacturers instructions.
clause 6.
They should be sized to achieve maximum
7.2.2 Branch discharge pipes to single
efficiency. The temperature and velocity of flow of
appliances
the waste water should allow the grease to separate
and collect on the surface of the water in the trap 7.2.2.1 Water closets (see Figure 16)
reservoir. In the standard type of grease trap the WC branches of 75 mm or 100 mm size do not
process of separation will be impaired or even normally require venting whatever the length or the
prevented by the use of detergents which emulsify number of bends included in the run. Bends,
the grease. however should have as large a radius as possible to
Consideration should also be given to the general prevent blockage (see 5.2.2 and 5.2.5).
nature of the waste matter discharged, since the 7.2.2.2 Urinals (see Figure 17)
reduced flow velocity through the trap will allow
solid waste matter in suspension to settle and collect The large diameter branch pipes to stall urinals do
in the trap reservoir. not require venting.
Provision should be made to facilitate the hygienic Branch pipes of 40 mm size serving single urinal
removal and disposal of the grease. Provision should bowls are unlikely to run full bore but, should
also be made for the trap to be completely emptied siphonage occur, the trail off at the end of the cistern
and cleaned periodically to prevent the development discharge will refill the trap, making venting
of septic conditions in the trap reservoir. unnecessary (see 5.2.2).
The likelihood of a build-up of deposits means that
all urinal branches should be as short as possible
and should not exceed 3 m (see 5.2.5 and 6.5.4).
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NOTE Any additional bends should be of large radius and the WC trap should have a 50 mm seal depth (see also Figure 8 for
branch connection to stack).
Figure 16 Branch discharge pipes for single WCs
NOTE All additional bends in the horizontal plane should be of large radius. Acceptable alternative S trap arrangements are
shown by a dotted line and design limits are as for P trap. (See also Figure 8 for branch connection to stack.)
Figure 17 Branch discharge pipes for single urinals
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Figure 18 Branch discharge pipes for single wash basins
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NOTE 1 Blockage is more likely to occur with long branch pipes.

NOTE 2 Venting is also required for more than two bends in the horizontal plan in the branch pipes shown in a).
NOTE 3 In all the arrangements shown in a) and b) above, any trap outlet not aligned perpendicularly to the centre line of the
stack will require at least one additional bend.
NOTE 4 See also Figure 8 for branch connection to stack.
b) Arrangements requiring ventilating pipes
Figure 18 Branch discharge pipes for single wash basins (concluded)
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7.2.2.3 Wash basins, with plug waste (see Figure 18) To avoid hot grease being carried into discharge
Wash basins are normally fitted with 32 mm pipes and drains, where it might build-up and cause
discharge pipes. The length and slope of the blockages, food waste disposal units should always
discharge pipes and the number and design of bends be connected to the cold water supply to solidify
should be strictly controlled if venting is to be grease before it enters the drainage system. Further
avoided. Detailed information is given in information on these units is given in 6.7.1
Figure 18 a) i) and Figure 18 a) ii). Arrangements (see 5.2.5).
outside these strict design limits should be vented or 7.2.2.6.2 Sanitary towel disposal units
a larger diameter pipe used (see Figure 18 a) iii) and Special precautions are necessary where sanitary
Figure 18 b). In situations where it is impracticable towel disposal units are connected to a discharge
to comply with these conditions a suitable resealing system and any recommendations as to installation
trap or air admittance valve may be fitted given by the manufacturers should be considered.
(see 5.2.2).
A tubular (not bottle or resealing) type trap should
Basins fitted with spray traps and grated wastes always be fitted, which is easily accessible for
i.e. without plugs, are dealt with in 7.2.3.4. cleaning. A discharge pipe from such a unit should
7.2.2.4 Bidets be not less than 40 mm size and should be as short
Branch discharge pipes to bidets should be designed as practicable, connecting directly to a main
to the recommendations given for wash basins with discharge pipe or stack. The discharge pipe gradient
plug wastes in 7.2.2.3. should be at least 3 (54 mm/m) to the horizontal,
although steeper gradients are advisable, and any
7.2.2.5 Sinks and baths (see Figure 19) bends should be of large radius. It is an advantage if
These appliances are normally fitted with 40 mm other appliances can be connected to the discharge
discharge pipes. Self-siphonage is not a problem pipe upstream of the disposal unit connection, to
because of the trap seal replenishment which occurs assist with the discharge of the waste material. The
at the end of the discharge due to the flat bottom of discharge pipe or stack should connect directly to a
the sink or bath. Therefore, length and slope of the drain without an intervening gully trap (see 5.2.5).
discharge pipe are not so critical and venting is not 7.2.2.7 Combined branches for bath and wash basin
normally required although the maximum length (see Figure 20)
should be restricted to 3 m to reduce the likelihood
of blockage from deposits (see 5.2.2 and 5.2.5). A common branch serving a bath and wash basin
can be used but self- and induced siphonage of the
7.2.2.6 Waste disposal units seals can occur and water from the basin may
7.2.2.6.1 Food waste disposal units back-up into the bath if the arrangement is
Special precautions are necessary where food waste incorrectly designed. The gradient and length of the
disposal units are connected to a discharge system branch and the shape of the branch junction all have
and any recommendations as to installation given an effect on performance and it is not possible to set
by the manufacturers should be considered. down general design limits. Therefore, tests are
usually needed to assess the behaviour of a
A tubular (not bottle or resealing) type trap should particular arrangement but the layout shown in
always be fitted, which is easily accessible for Figure 20 has been proved in practice and should
cleaning. A discharge pipe from such a unit should function satisfactorily (see 5.2.2).
be not less than 40 mm size for household types and
not less than 50 mm for industrial types, and should 7.2.2.8 Showers
be as short as practicable, connecting directly to a Flow rates from single head showers are small so
main discharge pipe or stack. The discharge pipe that the 40 mm discharge pipe usually fitted does
gradient should be at least 7 (135 mm/m) to the not require venting. However difficulties may arise
horizontal, although steeper gradients are in achieving a self-cleansing velocity and adequate
advisable, and any bends should be of large radius. provision should be made for cleaning
It is an advantage, especially with industrial (see 5.2.2, 5.2.5 and 5.2.7).
installations, if other appliances can be connected to Multiple head showers may produce considerable
the discharge pipe upstream of the waste disposal flow rates. (See Table 2.)
unit connection, to assist transport of the waste
material. The discharge pipe or stack should
connect directly to a drain without an intervening
gully trap (see 5.2.5).
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7.2.2.9 Domestic automatic washing machines and For most situations the main branch discharge pipe
dish washing machines (see Figure 21) serving spray tap basins need not exceed 32 mm.
Requirements may vary slightly but the There is, however, a tendency for trap siphonage to
arrangements shown in Figure 21 should suit most occur as deposits build up in the discharge pipe and
machines. A 40 mm size discharge pipe is necessary, if the number of basins exceeds five or if the total
which can be connected either directly to a length of the discharge pipe exceeds 4.5 m, a 25 mm
discharge stack or gully, or to a sink branch pipe. ventilating pipe should be provided (see Figure 25)
Normally a trap should be fitted in the horizontal (see 5.2.2).

section of the discharge pipe but this is not required The rate of grease and soap residue build-up can be
for connections via a sink branch pipe, when made reduced by installing, at the head of the range of
at the inlet of a sink trap using a suitable fitting spray tap basins, an appliance which will provide an
(see 5.2.2). occasional cleansing flush to the discharge pipe
NOTE Some of the arrangements in Figure 21 show loose (e.g. a sink). In these circumstances venting and/or
connections between the machine drain hose and discharge pipe. an enlargement of the discharge pipe may be
Some machines require this air break to prevent siphonage of required (see 5.2.2 and 5.2.5).
water from the machine during operation. However, if the
discharge pipe develops a blockage, water will overflow during
the emptying cycle. This can also occur with the method in which
the sink discharge pipe is used.
7.2.2.10 Floor drainage gullies
Branch pipes from floor drainage gullies are
normally 75 mm size or larger and do not generally
run full. Consequently, venting is not normally
required and the slope and length of the branch is
not critical (see 5.2.2).
7.2.3 Branch discharge pipes for ranges of
appliances
NOTE The pipe sizes given in 7.2.3.1 to 7.2.3.4 are based on
congested usage and a criterion of satisfactory service of 99 %.
7.2.3.1 Ranges of WCs (see Figure 22)
Branch pipes serving ranges of WCs are
normally 100 mm size and there is usually no need
for branch venting. Length and slope are not critical
but venting may be necessary where there are
several bends in the branch pipe or more than eight
WCs are connected (see 5.2.2).
7.2.3.2 Ranges of urinals (see Figure 23)
No venting is needed with the large size main
branch pipes (50 mm to 75 mm) normally used with
ranges of stall and bowl urinals. However,
the 40 mm branch joining a bowl urinal to the main
branch pipe (50 mm size min.) should be kept as
short as possible (see 5.2.2 and 5.2.5).
7.2.3.3 Ranges of wash basins
Venting is often needed with ranges of wash basins
but some arrangements requiring no venting are
also shown in Figure 24 (see 5.2.2).
7.2.3.4 Spray tap basins (without plugs)
The discharge rate from spray tap basins is low
(about 0.06 l/s). With the pipe size that has to be
used, self cleansing velocities cannot be
satisfactorily achieved in practice and,
consequently, an accumulation of grease and soap
residue in the pipe will occur. These deposits can
build up rapidly especially with soft water.
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NOTE Any trap outlet not aligned prependicularly to the centre line of the stack will require at least one additional bend.
See also Figure 8 for branch connection to stack.
b) P and S trap arrangements with vertical 40 mm diameter branch discharge pipes
Figure 19 Branch discharge pipes for single baths and sinks
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NOTE 1 A bend in the horizontal plane can be included in the 40 mm pipe. (Minimum radius 150 mm to centre line.)
NOTE 2 Any deviation from the dimensions (and limits) shown may cause self-siphonage or back flow into the bath.
NOTE 3 Resealing traps can be used instead of venting but noisy bath and wash basin discharge may result.
NOTE 4 See also Figure 8 for branch connection to stack.
Figure 20 Combined branch discharge pipe arrangement for a bath and wash basin
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Figure 21 Branch discharge pipes for washing and dish washing machines
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NOTE 1 In arrangement a), blockage in branch or trap will cause overflow through air gap. In arrangement b) blockage in branch
or trap will cause water to be discharged through the ventilating pipe. Hence terminate ventilating pipe outside building or over
another appliance. In arrangement d), blockage in sink discharge pipe or trap will cause machine water to back up into the sink.
NOTE 2 Large dish washing machines (as used in restaurant kitchens) may have waste outlets which may limit the trap seal
depths. Traps beneath machines should be located in an accessible position and where less than 75 mm seal depths are used, care
should be taken to ensure at least 25 mm water seal is retained in the trap after every discharge (see 5.2.2).
Figure 21 Branch discharge pipes for washing and dish
washing machines (concluded)
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Figure 22 Branch discharge pipes for ranges of WCs
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NOTE Any additional bends should be of large radius. For more than eight WCs in a range, or with more than two bends in the
main branch pipe, a 25 mm ventilating pipe should be used as shown. See also Figure 8 for branch connections to stack.
Figure 22 Branch discharge pipes for ranges of WCs (concluded)
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NOTE See also Figure 8 for branch connections to stack.

Figure 23 Branch discharge pipes for ranges of urinals
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NOTE For more than seven stalls or slab equivalent length, more than one outlet should be provided. Any trap outlet not aligned
prependicularly to the center line of the stack will require at least one additional bend. Any additional bends at the outlet of the trap
or in the horizontal plane should be of large radius. See also Figure 8 for branch connection to stack.
b) Stall urinal
Figure 23 Branch discharge pipes for ranges of urinals (concluded)
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Figure 24 Branch discharge pipes for ranges of wash basins
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NOTE See also Figure 8 for branch connection to stack.

Figure 24 Branch discharge pipes for ranges of wash basins (concluded)
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NOTE For more than five basins or with L greater than 4.5 m use 25 mm ventilating pipe as shown. See also Figure 8 for branch
connection to stack.
Figure 25 Branch discharge pipes for ranges of spray tap basins (without plugs)
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7.3 Discharge stack, branch and ventilating 7.3.1.3 Conversion table for stacks serving WCs,
pipe relationships for common arrangements basins and urinals
of appliances Table 5 includes a conversion table to enable
7.3.1 Stack sizing systems serving wash basins, WCs and urinals to be
7.3.1.1 General sized for commercial or congested usage. It gives
four examples of WC/urinal/wash basin
Arrangements of appliances in bungalows and two combinations that may be taken as hydraulically
and three storey houses are assumed to be as in equivalent to WC/wash basin combinations in
Figure 26, arrangements Aa, Ab, Ac, Ba and Bb, and Table 5.
appropriate discharge stack sizes are inset in each
case. Any of the branch entry shapes shown in 7.3.2 Ventilating stack sizes for offsets in
Figure 8 c) may be used for these arrangements. discharge stacks (see 6.3.3.4)
Arrangements of appliances Ca, Cb, Da, Db, Eb and Offsets in the wet portion of a discharge stack
Ec are of a kind often repeated on several floors of a generally require the connection of a ventilating
building. Table 5 gives sizes of discharge and stack, the diameter of which should be half the
ventilating pipes and stacks for these diameter of the discharge stack. For systems
(see Figure 26). requiring a larger ventilating stack, see 7.3.3.
However, when offsets are fitted to systems with
7.3.1.2 Assumptions only a few appliances connected, up to three storeys
The following assumptions apply together with in height, no additional venting is needed but large
those given in 7.1 and 7.2.1: radius bends as described in 6.3.3.4 are then
a) a criterion of satisfactory service of 99 %; essential and the distance between the centre lines
of the nearest branch connections and the offset
b) there are no offsets in the discharge stack
should be at least 750 mm (see 5.2.2).
below the topmost appliance connection and the
stack is truly vertical; the additional ventilating 7.3.3 Ventilating pipe sizes for drainage
pipework needed with offsets is given in 7.3.2; systems affected by surcharging or by inclusion
c) WCs have cistern capacities up to 9 l; of intercepting traps (see 6.3.3.5 and 6.3.3.6)
d) the drain serving the base of the stack is not Discharge stacks connected to drains which are
likely to be surcharged and an intercepting trap likely to surcharge, or connect close to an
is not fitted. Additional venting is needed if these intercepting trap, may require large diameter
conditions apply (see 7.3.3); ventilating pipes, at least 75 mm size for a 100 mm
discharge stack and 100 mm size for a 150 mm
e) the branch discharge pipe sizes are as given
discharge stack (see 5.2.2).
in 7.2.
An appliance group is as follows:
1) in a domestic one WC, one wash
building, basin, one sink and one
bath (and/or shower);
also one washing
machine in buildings up
to three floors;
2) in a hall of residence, one WC, one wash basin
and one shower;
3) in a commercial one WC, one wash basin
building, (see Table 6 for urinals).
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Figure 26 Common arrangements of discharge stacks and branches
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Figure 26 Common arrangements of discharge stacks and branches (continued)
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Figure 26 Common arrangement of discharge stacks and branches (continued)
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Figure 26 Common arrangement of discharge stacks and branches (continued)
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Figure 26 Common arrangements of discharge

stacks and branches (continued)
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NOTE Only 5 WCs and 5 wash basins per floor are referred to in table 5 on ventilating stack sizes.
NOTE Only 5 WCs and 5 wash basins per floor are referred to in Table 5 on ventilating stack sizes.
Arrangement E. Commercial and public buildings
Figure 26 Common arrangements of discharge stacks and branches (concluded)
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Discharge stack 100 mm 150 mm
size
Frequency of 20 min 10 min 5 min 20 min 10 min 5 min
use
Usage Domestic Hall of residence Commercial Congested Domestic Hall of Commercial Congested
description residence
Number of 1 to 10 11 to 15 1 to 8 9 to 12 1 to 4 5 to 8 9 to 12 1 to 4 5 to 8 9 to 12 1 to 30 1 to 30 1 to 8 9 to 24 1 to 8 9 to 16 17 to 24
floors
Arrangements Ca Cb Ca Cb Da Db Da Db Ea Eb Ea Eb Ea Eb Ea Eb Ea Eb Ea Eb Ca Cb Da Db Ea Eb Ea Eb Ea Eb Ea Eb Ea Eb
(see Figure 26) Ec Ec Ec Ec Ec Ec Ec Ec Ec Ec Ec
a a a a a a a a a a a a
Number of 1 0 32 50 50 0 32 32 32 0 32 0 32 32 32 0 32 0 32 32 32 0 32 0 32 0 32 0 32 0 32 0 32 0 32a
appliance
2 0 32a 50 50 0 32a 32 32 0 32a 0 32a 32 32 0 32a 50 50 50 50 0 32a 0 32a 0 32a 0 32a 0 32a 0 32a 0 32a
groups per
floor a a a a a a
3 0 32 32 32 40 40 0 32 50 50 0 32 0 32 0 32 0 32 65 65
4 0 32a 40 40 40 40 32 32a 0 32a 75 75 0 32 75 75 75 75
5 0 32a 40 40 32a 0 32a 75 75 0 32 75 75 75 75
NOTE 1 See 7.3.1.2 for design assumptions and composition of the term appliance groups.
NOTE 2 Connections from the ventilating stack to the discharge stack required on each floor level except where indicated bya.
NOTE 3 The following are conversions to be used with the above table (see 7.3.1.3).
WC Urinal Wash basin WC Wash
basin
2+ 1 2 Hydraulically 2+ 2
2+ 2 3 equivalent to 3+ 3
3+ 3 4 4+ 4
4+ 4 5 5+ 5
a
Modified single stack arrangement (see 6.4.2.4).
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8 Pipe sizing using discharge unit

method
NOTE For background see Burberry and Griffiths [12].
8.1 General
This method can be used for special installations,
e.g. systems for very tall or large buildings, not
covered by the data in 7.3. A criterion of satisfactory

service of 99.5 % is assumed. In this method,
numerical values are assigned to sanitary
appliances to express their load producing
properties. By fixing a flow limit of one-quarter
capacity for the discharge stacks (larger flows will
cause plug flow giving rise to uncontrollable
pressure fluctuations) and one-half capacity for
branch discharge pipes, the maximum number of
discharge units permissible for a given pipe or stack
diameter can be stated. However, this discharge
unit method cannot give guidance on the venting
requirements as it is based entirely on hydraulic
loadings and not on the pressures developed within
the stack. Consequently, one of the Table 6, Table 7
or Table 8, as appropriate, giving approximate
ventilating pipe and stack sizes, should be used with
this data. Table 9 shows vent pipe sizes increasing
with size of discharge stack. This is usually a safe
assumption but it can lead to oversized ventilating
systems in some cases (see 5.2.1 and 5.2.2).
NOTE The flow and usage data and design limits specified in
clause 5 are assumed in all parts of clause 8.
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Table 6 Discharge unit values and flow rates for common appliances
Type of appliance Minimum interval of discharge Discharge units
min
Washdown WC with 20 7
9 l high or low level cisterna 10 14
5 27
7.5 l high or low level cisterna 10 12
5 24
6 l high or low level cistern 10 11
5 23
9 l close coupled cisterna 10 8
5 16
7.5 l close coupled cisterna 10 7
5 14
6 l close coupled cistern 10 6
5 11
Washdown WC fitted with a macerator Add 0.4 ls1 per unit < 1 See note
Urinal (per person unit) Add 0.15 ls1 per unit < 1 See note
Wash basin (32 mm branch) 20 1
10 3
5 5
Sink (40 mm branch) 20 7
10 13
5 26
Bath (40 mm branch) 75 (domestic) 7
30 (congested) 17
Spray tap basin Add 0.06 ls1 per tap < 1 See note
Electric shower Add 0.07 ls1 per unit < 1 See note
Low pressure shower Add 0.15 ls 1
per spray head < 1 See note
(per Spray head)
High pressure shower Add 0.15 0.35 ls1 < 1 See note
(per Spray head) per Spray head
Automatic washing machine 250 (domestic) 3
4 (commercial/congested) 18
Dishwashing machine Add 0.25 ls1 per unit < 1 See note
One group consisting of: 14
one WC (7.5 l), one bath, one or two basins, one
sink and a washing machine
NOTE Where such appliances are used the total flow, from those that are likely to discharge at the same time (as determined by
suitable probability calculations), should be calculated and added to the flow equivalent to the total discharge units of the other
appliances (obtained from Figure 27) producing the design flow rate, or design loading, that can be used in Table 7 and Table 8.
a British Standard WC cistern capacities have the following tolerances:
9 0.5 l (BS 1125), 7.5 + 0 0.5 l (BS 7357).
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8.2 Procedure Table 9 General guide for the sizes of

8.2.1 General ventilating pipes and stacks
Discharge unit values for sanitary appliances in Size of branch discharge Size of branch ventilating
pipe or discharge stack, D pipe or stack
common use are given in Table 6. For other
appliances the discharge unit value should be taken Less than 75 mm & D (25 mm min.)
as that given in Table 6 for an appliance with the 75 mm and above "D
same diameter trap. See also Table 7 and Table 8 for

capacity and number of discharge units permissible. 8.2.3 Admission of rainwater into discharge
Table 7 Maximum capacity and number of stacks
discharge units for vertical stacks The discharge unit method and associated
Size Approximate Approximate ventilating pipe and stack sizing data can be used
capacity of stack number of discharge for discharge stacks which also collect rainwater
units
from roof areas, but attention is drawn to the
mm l/s possible dangers (see 5.3.4.6). Consequently, it is
50 1.2 10a generally recommended that such arrangements
65 2.1 60a are limited to roof areas not more than 40 m2 per
75 3.4 200 stack and to buildings of not more than 10 storeys in
90 5.3 350 height.
100 7.2 750
125 13.3 2 500 9 Work on site
150 21.7 5 500
9.1 Jointing of pipes
NOTE Ventilating stacks may be required and sizes are shown
in Table 9. 9.1.1 General
a
No WCs.
All joints made in pipework and joints of pipework
Table 8 Maximum number of discharge to appliances should be air-tight and water-tight
units allowed on branch discharge pipes and should remain so during use. Care should be
Size Discharge units
taken to ensure that no jointing material projects
inside the bore of the pipe. Some flexibility is
Gradient Gradient 1 Gradient 2
desirable where there is a possibility of movement in
mm (9 mm/m) (22 mm/m) (45 mm/m) a pipeline or between the pipe and the appliance and
32 1 1 provision should be made in the assembly of
40 2 8 sanitary pipework to accommodate and control
50 10 26 thermal movement. To conform to electrical wiring
65 35 95 regulations (BS 7671), pipework may require
75 100 230 continuity of electrical bonding at each joint
90 120 230 460 (see 5.2.4, 5.2.5 and 5.2.6.)
100 230 430 1 050 9.1.2 Joints between pipes of different
125 780 1 500 3 000 materials
150 2 000 3 500 7 500
The range of materials employed for sanitary
NOTE 1 Maximum number of discharge units permitted for pipework produces different jointing conditions
a 150 mm vertical stack is 5 500.
NOTE 2 Discharge pipes sized in this way give the minimum
when they are connected to one another.
size necessary to carry the expected flow load. Manufacturers recommendations should be
NOTE 3 Ventilating pipes may be required and sizes are followed.
shown in Table 9.
8.2.2 Guide to ventilating pipe and stack sizes

The sizes of ventilating pipes or stacks should be as
given in Table 9 but they are only a general guide.
The sizes from this table will in most cases be larger
than the specific recommendations given in this
standard (see 5.2.2).
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NOTE The upper units in the horizontal scale relate to the curve for appliances including WCs and the lower units in parentheses
relate to the curve for appliances without WCs.
Figure 27 Design flows for stacks serving mixed types of appliances with and
without WCs
9.2 Support and fixing of pipes Discharge pipes, if located in ducts with high
9.2.1 General ambient temperatures, are liable to dry out between
discharges if the flow in the pipe is small and
Any external pipework or materials which require intermittent. This might cause a build-up of deposit
protection against atmospheric corrosion should be in the pipe and bring about pipe blockage. The
so fixed as to give free access, all round the pipe, for ambient temperature in the ducts should be
the application of paint or other protective coating. controlled to prevent this happening. In situations
The minimum clearance for this purpose between where the discharge pipe is receiving hot water,
the pipe and structure should be 30 mm and, high ambient temperatures will inhibit heat loss
generally, such pipes should not be fixed in chases or through the pipe wall. Consideration should be
internal angles. All fixings should be carefully given to insulating discharge pipes. (See 5.2.5.)
aligned and either accurately plugged to the wall or
Hot water pipes in the vicinity of discharge pipes
built in and secured (see 5.2.6 and 5.2.7).
should be insulated against heat transfer.
The fixing and provision for thermal movement of
pipework in ducts requires special consideration. Where pipes pass through walls or solid floors, they
should be protected by a layer of inert material.
Ducts should be large enough to allow for the pipe to
Suitable fire stops should be fitted where
be fixed at the gradients given in 6.3 without
appropriate.
adversely affecting access as recommended in 6.5.
Alternatively, the pipes may be accommodated in
sleeves of inert material which should extend
through the full finished thickness of the floor or
wall and be secured against movement (see 5.2.6).
The recommended spacings for pipe fixings are set
out in Table 10.
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Table 10 Maximum distance between pipe supports

Pipe material Pipe size Vertical pipes Low gradient
pipes
mm m m
Acrylonitrile butadiene sytrene ABS 32 1.2 0.5

40 1.2 0.5
50 1.2 0.6
Cast iron All sizes 3.0 3.0
Copper 25 2.4 1.8
32 to 40 3.0 2.4
50 3.0 2.7
65 to 100 3.7 3.0
Galvanized steel 25 3.0 2.4
32 3.0 2.7
40 to 50 3.7 3.0
65 to 75 4.6 3.7
100 4.6 4.0
Polyethylene PE 32 to 40 1.2 0.5
50 1.2 0.6
Modified unplasticized polyvinyl chloride MUPVC 32 to 40 1.2 0.5
50 1.2 0.6
Polypropylene PP 32 to 40 1.2 0.5
50 1.2 0.6
Unplasticized polyvinyl chloride PVC-U 32 to 40 1.2 0.5
50 1.2 0.6
75 to 100 1.8 0.9
150 1.8 1.2
Borosilicate glass (see note 1) 25 1.0 1.0
40 to 75 1.2 1.2
100 1.5 1.4
150 1.8 1.8
Stainless steel (see note 2) All sizes 2.0 2.0
NOTE 1 Where two or more fittings are adjacent on low gradient pipes, additional fixing should be provided.
NOTE 2 Supports should be located close to and downstream of sockets. Additional supports are recommended at junctions and
changes of direction.
9.2.2 Thermal movement c) purpose-made straps or hangers.

The movement caused by temperature changes in 9.2.3.2 Copper tubes
pipework requires special consideration and, The following fixing methods may be used:
therefore, adequate provision for expansion should
be made, especially with pipes made of plastics and a) copper alloy holderbats for building in, or
copper. Where pipes of these materials pass through screwing to the structure;
walls or solid floors, sleeves should be provided as b) pipe clips of copper, copper alloy, plastics or
described in 9.2.1. other suitable material;
9.2.3 Types of fixing c) purpose-made straps or hangers.
9.2.3.1 Cast iron pipes 9.2.3.3 Galvanized steel tubes
The following fixing methods may be used: The following fixing methods may be used:
a) ears on the pipe sockets; a) malleable iron schoolboard pattern brackets
for building in, or screwing to the structure;
b) cast iron, malleable iron or steel holderbats for
building in, or nailing or screwing to the b) malleable iron pipe rings, with either back
structure; plates or girder clips;
c) purpose-made straps or hangers.
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9.2.3.4 Plastics pipes 10 Inspection and testing of completed

Holderbats of metal, plastics coated metal or installations
suitable plastics material may be used for fixing 10.1 General
plastics pipes, but care should be taken to ensure
that the pipe clip does not bite into the external Inspections and tests should be made during the
surface of the pipe when tightened. Where anchor installation of the discharge system as the work
points are required to control thermal movement, proceeds, to ensure that the pipework is properly
the holderbats are usually fitted on the pipe sockets secured and clear of obstructing debris and
between special ribs. Intermediate guide brackets superfluous matter and that all work which is to be
fitted to the pipe barrel should allow thermal concealed is free from defects before it is finally
movement to take place. enclosed (see 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 5.2.5 and 5.2.9).
In multi-storey dwellings, vertical pipes should be Prefabricated units should be tested at the works or
supported by metal brackets because of their place of fabrication, and inspected on delivery at the
greater fire resistance. site.
9.2.4 Distance between pipe supports 10.2 Final inspection
The distance between pipe supports should not On completion, the discharge system should be
exceed those shown in Table 10. In vertical pipe meticulously inspected to ensure that the
runs there should be at least one pipe support recommendations of this British Standard have
bracket at each storey height, fixed behind a collar been observed and that no cement droppings, rubble
to support the vertical load and avoid downward or other objects are left in or on the pipes and that
movement of the pipes and loss of expansion gaps. no jointing material projects into the pipe bore.
Supports should be adjacent to joints and of When this has been done, tests for soundness of the
adequate strength to carry the weight of the pipe pipework and for performance should be made
plus contents. (see 5.2.5).
For low gradient pipework where the layout 10.3 Testing
occasionally requires shorter lengths than the 10.3.1 Air test
maximum, support distances should be adjusted to NOTE Normally the test for soundness is carried out to detect
suit these shorter lengths and provision of lateral if all pipes and fittings are air-tight. It should be completed in one
bracing should be considered when pipes are flexibly operation but for large multi-storey systems testing in sections
jointed. may be necessary (see 5.2.4).
9.3 Protection during building construction 10.3.1.1 Preparation
Every care should be taken to protect the work and The water seals of all sanitary appliances should be
to prevent the entry of foreign matter into any part fully charged and test plugs or bags inserted into the
of the system during construction. Openings should, open ends of the pipework to be tested. To ensure
therefore, be kept sealed with purpose-made fittings that there is a satisfactory air seal at the base of the
(see 5.2.5). stack, or at the lowest plug or bag in the stack if only
a section of the pipework is to be tested, a small
Special care should be taken with pipe systems quantity of water sufficient to cover the plug or bag
having ring seal joints to prevent deflection of the can be allowed to enter the system.
joint after the pipework is assembled. Pipework
should not be allowed to carry any external load One of the remaining test plugs should be fitted
either during or after construction. with a tee piece, with a cock on each branch, one
branch being connected by means of a flexible tube
All access covers and cleaning eyes should be fitted to a manometer. Alternatively, a flexible tube from
at the time of installation and be finally fixed and a tee piece fitted with cocks on its other two
sealed after testing (see 5.2.4). branches can be passed through the water seal of a
sanitary appliance. Any water trapped in this tube
should be removed and then a manometer can be
connected to one of the branches as described above.
10.3.1.2 Application
Air is pumped into the system through the other
branch of the tee piece until a pressure equal
to 38 mm water gauge is obtained. The air inlet cock
is then closed and pressure in the system should
remain constant for a period of not less than 3 min.
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10.3.2 Leak location 10.3.3.2 Tests for self-siphonage and induced

NOTE Defects revealed by an air test may be located by the siphonage in branch discharge pipes
methods given in 10.3.2.1 to 10.3.2.3. To test for the effect of self-siphonage the appliance
10.3.2.1 Smoke should be filled to overflowing level and discharged
A smoke producing machine may be used which will by removing the plug; WC pans should be flushed.
introduce smoke under pressure into the defective The seal remaining in the trap should be measured
when the discharge has finished. Ranges of
pipework. Leakage may be observed as the smoke

escapes. Smoke cartridges containing special appliances, connected to a common discharge pipe,
chemicals should be used with caution, taking care should also be tested for induced siphonage in a
that the ignited cartridge is not in direct contact similar way. The number of appliances which
with the pipework and that the products of should be discharged together is given in Table 11.
combustion do not have a harmful effect upon the The seal remaining in all the traps should be
materials used for the discharge pipe system. measured at the end of the discharge. The worst
conditions usually occur when the appliances at the
Smoke testing of plastics pipework should be
upstream end of the discharge pipe are discharged
avoided due to naptha having a detrimental effect,
(see 5.2.2 and 5.2.3).
particularly on ABS, PVC-U and MUPVC. Rubber
jointing components can also be adversely affected. 10.3.3.3 Test for induced siphonage and back
pressure in discharge stacks
10.3.2.2 Soap solution
A selection of appliances connected to the stack
With the pipework subjected to an internal pressure
should be discharged simultaneously and the trap
using the smoke machine or the method described
and seal losses due to positive or negative pressures
in 10.3.1, a soap solution can be applied to the pipes
in the stack should be noted. These selected
and joints. Leakage can be detected by the
appliances should normally be close to the top of the
formation of bubbles.
stack and on adjacent floors, as this gives the worst
10.3.2.3 Water test pressure conditions. Table 11 shows the number of
There is no justification for a water test to be appliances which should be discharged
applied to the whole of the plumbing system. The simultaneously (see 5.2.2 and 5.2.3).
part of the system mainly at risk is that below the As an example, for a block of flats nine storeys high
lowest sanitary appliance and this may be tested by with the stack serving one WC, one wash basin, one
inserting a test plug in the lower end of the pipe and sink and one bath on each floor, the test would
filling the pipe with water up to the flood level of the consist of one WC, one wash basin and one sink
lowest sanitary appliance, provided that the static being discharged simultaneously on the top floor.
head does not exceed 6 m. Where the stack served two WCs, two wash basins,
10.3.3 Performance tests two baths and two sinks on each floor, the discharge
test would consist of one WC, one wash basin and
10.3.3.1 General two sinks. The WC, wash basin and one sink would
All appliances, whether discharged singly or in be discharged on the top floor and the remaining
groups, should drain speedily, quietly and sink on the floor immediately below.
completely (see 5.2.1, 5.2.2, and 5.2.3). For the purpose of this test, baths are ignored as
To ensure that adequate water seals are retained their use is spread over a relatively long period and
during peak working conditions the tests described consequently they do not add materially to the
below should be carried out. After each test a normal peak flow on which Table 11 is based. Where
minimum of 25 mm of water seal should be retained a stack serves baths only, the number to be
in every trap. Each test should be repeated at least discharged simultaneously in a test should be taken
three times, the trap or traps being recharged before to be the same as for sinks. Flows from showers are
each test. The maximum loss of seal in any one test, small and these can usually be ignored for stacks
measured by a dip stick or small diameter serving mixed appliances. Similarly for
transparent tube, should be taken as the significant non-domestic buildings spray tap basins and urinals
result. need not be included in the test when the stack also
serves other appliances.
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Table 11 Number of sanitary appliances to be discharged for

performance testing
Type of use Number of appliances of each Number of appliances to be discharged
kind on the stack simultaneously
WC Wash basin Kitchen sink
Domestic 1 to 9 1 1 1
10 to 24 1 1 2
25 to 35 1 2 3
36 to 50 2 2 3
51 to 65 2 2 4
Commercial or public 1 to 9 1 1
10 to 18 1 2
19 to 26 2 2
27 to 52 2 3
53 to 78 3 4
79 to 100 3 5
Congested 1 to 4 1 1
5 to 9 1 2
10 to 13 2 2
14 to 26 2 3
27 to 39 3 4
40 to 50 3 5
51 to 55 4 5
56 to 70 4 6
71 to 78 4 7
79 to 90 5 7
90 to 100 5 8
NOTE These figures are based on a criterion of satisfactory service of 99 %. In practice, for systems serving mixed appliances, this
slightly overestimates the probable hydraulic loading. The flow load from urinals, spray tap basins and showers is usually small in
most mixed systems, hence these appliances need not normally be discharged.
11 Maintenance e) hand operated rods for removing blockages in

discharge pipes should be capable of passing
11.1 General
through the system without damaging the
Discharge pipe systems should be kept in a clean internal surfaces of pipes and fittings;
and sound condition in order to maintain maximum f) mechanized rodding equipment should only be
efficiency. This is facilitated by designing in used by properly trained operators and the
accordance with the recommendations in this pipework to be cleared should be thoroughly
British Standard (see 5.2.5, 5.2.6 and 5.2.8). examined in advance to enable selection of the
The following points should be noted: appropriate cleaning attachments;
a) vertical ventilating pipes of cast iron or steel g) in renewing paintwork care should be taken to
are liable to accumulate rust at bends and offsets; preserve any distinguishing colours which may
b) when access covers, caps and cleaning eyes are have been used for identification purposes.
removed, damaged packings, ring seals, washers Reference should be made to BS 1710.
and missing fixings should be renewed before
replacement;
c) care should be taken in the use of chemical
descaling agents, which are often of a corrosive
nature and materials employed in the pipe
system should be clearly identified before
treatment to ensure that the internal surfaces
are not subject to damaging chemical attack;
d) caution is necessary when employing methods
of clearing obstructions which involve the use of
air or water at high pressures;
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11.2 Cleaning and descaling 11.2.1.3 Accumulation of grease and soap residues
11.2.1 Types of blockage or deposit and method Obstructions in discharge pipes and traps caused by
of removal accumulations of grease and soap residues can often
11.2.1.1 Deposits due to misuse of the discharge be partially removed by use of a plunger, but a more
system effective treatment is by flushing the system with a
strong solution of soda crystals dissolved in hot
Complete or partial blockages due to large objects or water (see 11.2.2.5). The process is easy to carry out
compacted masses, such as toilet paper and sanitary and once the required frequency of treatment has
towels, can usually be loosened by rodding. All such been established it can be applied as a routine
material should be removed from the system at the periodic service. Blockages of this type are mostly
nearest access point. found in long discharge pipes from sinks or wash
11.2.1.2 Lime scale basins, especially in soft water areas and where the
In hard water districts where heavy lime scale rate of flow in the pipe falls below that required to
accumulations are observed on the surface of the sustain a self-cleansing velocity. Where mirrors are
sanitary appliances, similar lime scale deposits may fixed over the basins, hair combings washed into the
form in the discharge stacks and pipes. The worst waste pipes will combine with the grease and soap
condition will be found in the stacks and pipes from residues and considerably increase the risk of
urinals where precipitation of lime generated by the blockage.
reaction of urine in contact with hard water 11.2.2 Cleaning and descaling techniques
accelerates the process of scale formation. In these 11.2.2.1 Plunger
situations, conditions can be further aggravated by
the residue from abrasive cleaning powders used in This is a simple means of clearing a slight blockage
the cleaning of sanitary appliances which may in a sink or basin branch pipe and trap or even a
combine with the lime precipitate culminating in WC.
complete blockage of the pipe. 11.2.2.2 Rods
Recurring scale formations of this type are best This is the traditional method of clearing blockages.
dealt with by periodic de-scaling of the system using A number of devices are available for the end of the
suitably inhibited acid-based cleaners (see 11.2.2.5). rod, for example, scrapers, plungers and brushes.
The discharge stacks and pipes should be inspected These are suitable for cleaning pipes of 75 mm size
periodically and the rate of scale formation noted. and larger where only moderate flexibility is
The required frequency of treatment and the required to introduce the rods into the pipework.
strength of acid required to soften the scale can then Mechanically rotated versions are also available.
be established and included on a planned 11.2.2.3 Kinetic ram
maintenance schedule. It should not be necessary to
repeat the treatment more than three or four times The kinetic ram gun can be usefully employed for
a year. the removal of obstructions in branch pipes provided
its function and its limitations are properly
Where lime scale encrustation in a urinal discharge
understood. The function of the gun is based on the
pipe is very heavy, to the point of almost total
principle that the impact of compressed air against
blockage, the obstruction can sometimes be softened
a column of water behind a blockage will create a
and removed by the application of an acid drip feed
shock wave which is transmitted to the obstruction
method (see 11.2.2.5). In severe cases it may be
to dislodge and remove it. A stubborn blockage can,
necessary to repeat the process to ensure that all
however, produce a blow-back of the gun and injure
deposits are removed.
the operator, or damage pipework and appliances
NOTE Reference should be made to COSHH Regulations [8].
not designed to withstand the pressure applied.
AAVs should be removed before a kinetic ram gun is
used as undue pressures and blow-back may cause
malfunction. On completion, the AAV should be
correctly replaced. When AAVs are permanently
fixed, ram guns should not be used. Where there are
open branches on the system, waste matter may be
forced out of the openings and damage wall and
ceiling decorations. The use of the gun on plumbing
installations should be generally restricted to the
removal of blockages consisting of compacted soft
material, e.g. grease, soap residue and saturated
paper.
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11.2.2.4 Coring and scraping 11.2.3 Safety precautions

Coring of the pipe can be considered in pipes The work involved in the removal of scale and
of 100 mm size and over, where the pipe bore is grease from sanitary appliances and plumbing
severely restricted or even completely blocked with drainage installations requires understanding of
hard lime scale or similar material. However, the the problem and skill in the handling and
pipe material should first be ascertained to ensure application of chemicals and tools. Great care
that damage will not result. should be taken to ensure that all the necessary
The process involves the use of a purpose-made precautions are taken to minimize the risk of
rotating steel cutter on a flexible drive which can be personal injury to the cleaning operatives or
pushed into the pipe to cut through the obstructions. damage to the appliances and the system. Protective
Peripheral accumulations of grease and other clothing including gloves and eye-shields should be
gelatinous formations in pipes of these sizes can provided for operatives handling and using
generally be removed satisfactorily by the periodic chemicals and on completion of the work all exposed
use of profile scrapers attached to ropes and pulled surfaces of sanitary appliances should be
through the pipe. thoroughly washed, using a detergent cleanser to
remove any acid or other chemical which might
11.2.2.5 Chemical cleaning otherwise come into contact with a person using the
Details of these methods are given in Table 12. appliance. Adjoining finishes and decorations may
Attention to safety precautions is vital if injury to need protecting while the work is in progress.
the operator or damage to pipework and appliances 11.3 Periodic inspection
is to be avoided (see 11.2.3 and Table 12).
NOTE 1 Refer to COSHH Regulations [8].
In addition to general maintenance work, periodic
NOTE 2 Chemical de-sealing agents may damage some plastics inspections and tests may be advisable to ascertain
fittings and mechanisms. Manufacturers advice should be if there are any defects due to normal wear and tear,
sought. or to misuse or negligence. All defects should be
made good.
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Table 12 The chemical cleaning of discharge stacks and branches

Application Method Notes
The removal of lime scale Apply diluted, in hibited, acid-based Acid-based descaling fluid will
accumulations in discharge descaling fluid directly to scale. This attack linseed oil bound putty.
stacks and branch pipes. can be done either by pouring small Care should be taken to avoid
measured quantities of fluid into the unnecessary and/or prolonged
pipes at predetermined points on the contact of descaling fluid with the

pipe line, or by using a drip feed jointing material used in the
method (acid strength jointing of the outlet fittings on
approximately 15 % inhibited wash basins and urinals.
hydrochloric acid, 20 % ortho Drip feed method. The acid-based
phosphoric acid). For heavy lime descaling fluid is allowed to drip
scale encrustations undiluted slowly into the discharge pipe, at a
descaling fluid can be used (30 % rate of about 4 l over a period
inhibited hydrochloric acid, 40 % of 20 min. Repeat, after flushing
ortho phosphoric acid). The softening with clean water, if necessary for
scale can be removed by thorough very heavy deposits.
flushing and where practicable by the
use of drain rods and scrapers. On
completion of the work the system
should be thoroughly flushed with
clean water. Particular care should
be given to the traps of appliances to
ensure that all traces of acid are
removed from the trap water seals
when the work is finished.
The removal of grease and Fill the wash basin or sink with very For cases where grease and soap
soap residues from the hot water and add soda crystals at residue formation in the discharge
discharge pipes from wash the rate of 1 kg soda crystals to 9 l of pipes is frequent, this process can
basins and sinks. hot water. When the crystals have be applied periodically with very
dissolved, release basin or sink plug satisfactory results. In severe
to flush trap and discharge pipe. For cases it may be necessary to
basins in ranges fill all of the basins repeat the operation monthly.
with soda solution, and release plugs Soda crystals are not to be
simultaneously. Clean overflows confused with caustic soda which
using a solution of soda crystals in should not be used for this
hot water and a wire core bottle purpose.
brush.
NOTE Acid-based cleaners in contact with chlorine bleach will produce chlorine gas. It is essential that discharge systems be
thoroughly flushed before acid-based cleaners are used, to remove as far as possible all traces of chlorine bleach residues. All
windows should be opened in the areas where acid-based cleaners are being used.
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Annex A (normative)
Publications specifying materials, components and appliances
BS 21, Specification for pipe threads for tubes and fittings where pressure-tight joints are made on the
threads (metric dimensions).
BS 219, Specification for soft solders.
BS 416, Discharge and ventilating pipes and fittings, sand-cast or spun in cast iron.
BS 437, Specification for cast iron spigot and socket drain pipes and fittings.
BS 864, Capillary and compression tube fittings of copper and copper alloy.
BS 864-2, Specification for capillary and compression fittings for copper tubes.
BS 1125, Specification for WC flushing cisterns (including dual flush cisterns and flush pipes).
BS 1188, Specification for ceramic wash basins and pedestals.
BS 1189, Specification for baths made from porcelain enamelled cast iron.
BS 1206, Specification for fireclay sinks: dimensions and workmanship.
BS 1244, Metal sinks for domestic purposes.
BS 1244-1, Imperial units with metric equivalents.
BS 1244-2, Specification for sit-on and inset sinks.
BS 1329, Specification for metal hand rinse basins.
BS 1387, Specification for screwed and socketed steel tubes and tubulars and for plain end steel tubes
suitable for welding or for screwing to BS 21 pipe threads.
BS 1390, Specification for baths made from vitreous enamelled sheet steel.
BS 1710, Specification for identification of pipelines and services.
BS 1845, Specification for filler metals for brazing.
BS 1876, Specification for automatic flushing cisterns for urinals.
BS 2494, Specification for elastomeric seals for joints in pipework and pipelines.
BS 2779, Specification for pipe threads for tubes and fittings where pressure-tight joints are not made on the
threads (metric dimensions).
BS 2871, Specification for copper and copper alloys. Tubes.
BS 2871-1, Copper tubes for water, gas and sanitation.
BS 3380, Specification for wastes (excluding skeleton sink wastes) and bath overflows.
BS 3402, Specification for quality of vitreous china sanitary appliances.
BS 3506, Specification for unplasticized PVC pipe for industrial uses.
BS 3868, Specification for prefabricated drainage stack units: galvanized steel.
BS 3943, Specification for plastics waste traps.
BS 4127, Specification for light gauge stainless steel tubes, primarily for water applications.
BS 4305, Baths for domestic purposes made of acrylic material.
BS 4346, Joints and fittings for use with unplasticized PVC pressure.
BS 4346-3, Specification for solvent cement.
BS 4514, Specification for unplasticized PVC soil and ventilating pipes, fittings and accessories.
BS 4772, Specification for ductile iron pipes and fittings.
BS 4880, Specification for urinals.
BS 4880-1, Stainless steel slab urinals.
BS 5254, Specification for polypropylene waste pipe and fittings (external diameter 34.6 mm, 41.0 mm
and 54.1 mm).
BS 5255, Specification for thermoplastics waste pipe and fittings.
BS 5503, Vitreous china washdown WC pans with horizontal outlet.
BS 5503-1, Connecting dimensions.
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BS 5503-2, Materials, quality, performance and dimensions other than connecting dimensions.
BS 5503-3, Specification for WC pans with horizontal outlet for use with 7.5 L maximum flush capacity
cisterns.
BS 5504, Wall hung WC pans.
BS 5504-1, Wall hung WC pan with close coupled cistern. Connecting dimensions.
BS 5504-2, Wall hung WC pan with independent water supply. Connecting dimensions.
BS 5504-3, Materials, quality and functional dimensions other than connecting dimensions.
BS 5504-4, Specification for wall hung WC pans for use with 7.5 L maximum flush capacity cisterns.
BS 5505, Specification for bidets.
BS 5505-1, Pedestal bidets over rim supply only. Connecting dimensions.
BS 5505-2, Wall hung bidets, over rim supply only. Connecting dimensions.
BS 5505-3, Vitreous china bidets over rim supply only. Quality, workmanship and functional dimensions
other than connecting dimensions.
BS 5506, Specification for wash basins.
BS 5506-1, Pedestal wash basins. Connecting dimensions.
BS 5506-2, Wall hung wash basins. Connecting dimensions.
BS 5506-3, Wash basins (one or three tap holes). Materials, quality, design and construction.
BS 5520, Specification for vitreous china bowl urinals (rimless type).
BS 5619, Code of practice for design of housing for the convenience of disabled people.
BS 5627, Specification for plastics connectors for use with horizontal outlet vitreous china WC pans.
BS 5810, Code of practice for access for the disabled to buildings.
BS 6087, Specification for flexible joints for grey or ductile cast iron drainpipes and fittings (BS 437) and
for discharge and ventilating pipes and fittings (BS 416).
BS 6100, Glossary of building and civil engineering terms.
BS 6100-2, Civil engineering.
BS 6100-2.7, Public health Environmental engineering.
BS 6100-2, Services.
BS 6100-3.3, Sanitation.
BS 6209, Specification for solvent cement for non-pressure thermoplastics pipe systems.
BS 6367, Code of practice for drainage of roofs and paved areas.
BS 6437, Specification for polyethylene pipes (type 50) in metric diameters for general purposes.
BS 6465, Sanitary installations.
BS 6465-1, Code of practice for scale of provision, selection and installation of sanitary appliances.
BS 6700, Specification for design, installation, testing and maintenance of services supplying water for
domestic use within buildings and their curtilages.
BS 6731, Specification for wall hung hand rinse basins. Connecting dimensions.
BS 7357, Specification for 7.5 L WC flushing cisterns.
BS 7358, Specification for close coupled suites with flush capacity of 7.5 L maximum.
BS 7671, Requirements for electrical installations. IEE Wiring Regulations. Sixteenth edition.
BS 8000, Workmanship on building sites.
BS 8000-13, Code of practice for above ground drainage and sanitary appliances.
BS 8301, Code of practice for building drainage.
BS 8313, Code of practice for accommodation of building services in ducts.
CP 312, Code of practice for plastics pipework (thermoplastics material).
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Annex B (informative)
Examples of pipe sizing procedures
B.1 Example 1
B.1.1 Task
Determine the size of the discharge and ventilating stacks and branches required for a block of
flats, 12 storeys high, serving two appliance groups (WC, bath, wash basin and sink) per floor. The
appliances are closely grouped around the stack.

B.1.2 Procedure
a) Branch pipe sizes are given in 7.2. Suppose that, for this example, no ventilating pipes are required
for the branch discharge pipes.
b) Refer to 7.3 and in particular to Figure 26. Arrangement Ca corresponds to the layout required,
therefore Table 5 can be used for sizing the pipework.
c) In Table 5, for a 100 mm discharge stack, domestic usage, number of floors 11 to 15, the ventilating
stack size for two appliance groups is 50 mm, i.e. a ventilated stack system can be used.
Similarly for a 150 mm discharge stack, the ventilating stack size required is 0, i.e. a single stack
system can be used.
d) The designer has now to decide which system is likely to be the most convenient and economic. The
size of drain has to be considered so that it is not oversized for the likely flow load. For connection to an
existing drain, there should be no reduction in size in the direction of flow.
B.2 Example 2
B.2.1 Task
Determine the size of the discharge and ventilating stacks and branches required for an eight storey block
of offices serving three WCs, three wash basins and three urinals per floor.
B.2.2 Procedure
a) Branch pipe sizes are given in 7.2. Suppose that the number of bends used means that branch
ventilating pipework connected to the end of the main branch discharge pipe is needed for the basin
discharge pipes.
b) Refer to 7.3 and in particular to Figure 26. Arrangement Eb corresponds to the layout required,
therefore Table 5 can be used for sizing the pipework.
c) In Table 5, refer to the conversion table. Three WCs, three basins and three urinals per floor can be
assumed to be approximately equivalent to four WCs and four wash basins per floor.
NOTE Approximations such as this are safe as long as the nearest higher number of groups is used e.g. for Table 5 for, say, two
WCs and three wash basins per floor, use the three WCs and three basins group.
d) Using Table 5, for a 100 mm discharge stack, commercial usage, number of floors 5 to 8, in
arrangement Eb, the ventilating stack size for four groups of appliances per floor
(i.e. four WCs and four wash basins per floor) is 40 mm; i.e. a ventilated system can be used.
Similarly for a 150 mm discharge stack, the size of the ventilating stack required is 32 mm. This is a
modified single stack arrangement in which the ventilating stack is only used to connect the branch
ventilating pipes to atmosphere.
NOTE If branch ventilating pipes to the wash basin discharge pipes had not been required, e.g. arrangement Ea, a 150 mm single
stack system could have been used.
e) The designer has now to decide which system is likely to be the most convenient and economic. The
size of drain has to be considered so that it is not oversized for the likely flow load. For connection to an
existing drain, there should be no reduction in size in the direction of flow.
B.3 Example 3
B.3.1 Task
Determine the size of the discharge and ventilating stacks and branches required for a 10 storey block of
offices, serving three WCs per floor and also receiving rainwater from a portion of the roof of 40 m2.
B.3.2 Procedure
a) Branch pipe sizes are given in 7.2. Assume for this example that no branch ventilating pipes are
required.
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b) Refer to 7.3 and in particular Figure 26. Arrangement Ea corresponds to the type of arrangement even
though there are no basins in this case. Rainwater loading is within the requirement of 5.3.4.6 so
Table 5 can be used.
c) In Table 5, for a 100 mm discharge stack, commercial usage, number of floors 9 to 12, arrangement
Ea, the ventilating stack size required for three groups of appliances (the closest safe approximation to
the actual number of appliances connected) per floor is 40 mm, i.e. a ventilated stack system.
Alternatively for a 150 mm discharge stack, the size of ventilating stack required is 0,
i.e. a single stack system. The designer has then to decide which system is likely to be the most
convenient and economic. The size of drain has also to be considered [see B.1.2 c)].
B.3.3 Alternative procedure
Alternatively, the discharge unit method can be used (see clause 8) for sizing the stacks.
a) In Table 6, one WC with close coupled 6 l cistern is represented by 6 discharge units for a 10 min
interval of discharge. For three WCs per floor on 10 floors the total number of discharge units is
(3 10) 6 = 180.
b) The rainwater flow (following the procedure in BS 6367) assuming a rainfall rate
of 75 mm/h is 0.83 l/s.
c) Using Figure 27, the flow equivalent for 180 discharge units is approximately 4.5 l/s. The total design
flow load is therefore 5.33 l/s.
d) In Table 7, a 90 mm discharge stack has a maximum capacity of 5.3 l/s and is therefore just large
enough. However, the most likely commercial size available will be 100 mm.
e) In Table 9, the ventilating stack size has to be half the diameter of the discharge stack,
i.e. 50 mm. Therefore a 90 mm or 100 mm discharge stack with a 50 mm ventilating pipe can be used.
NOTE This ventilating pipe size is larger than that given by the use of the data given in Table 5. This possibility is referred to
in 8.2.2.
B.4 Example 4
B.4.1 Task
Determine the size of the discharge and ventilating stacks and branches for a four storey public building
in which 10 WCs, 10 wash basins and five urinals are closely grouped in ranges on the third floor of the
building and are to be connected to a discharge stack which also serves a WC and wash basin on the first
floor. The discharge stack will be connected to an existing drain liable to surcharge.
B.4.2 Procedure
a) Branch pipe sizes are given in 7.2. The range of 10 WCs can be connected to a 100 mm branch
discharge pipe but a 25 mm vent pipe will be needed as shown in Figure 22. The range of 10 wash basins
will require a 50 mm discharge pipe and a 25 mm ventilating pipe as shown in Figure 24 b). Assume for
this example that no venting will be required for the first floor appliances.
b) Referring to 7.3, it will be seen that this arrangement is not within the scope of Table 5 and so the
discharge unit method (clause 8) has to be used for the sizing of the discharge and ventilating stacks.
c) In Table 6, for congested use:
one WC with 7.5 l low level cistern is represented by 24 discharge units
one wash basin is represented by 5 discharge units;
the flow rate from one urinal is 0.15 l/s.
For five urinals the flow will be:
(5 0.15) = 0.75 l/s
For 11 WCs and 11 wash basins, the number of discharge units is:
(11 24) + (11 5) = 319
d) Using Figure 27, the flow equivalent of 319 discharge units is approximately 5.2 l/s. The total design
flow load is therefore:
(5.2 + 0.75) = 5.95 l/s.
e) In Table 7, a 100 mm discharge stack has a maximum capacity of 7.2 l/s and is therefore large enough.
f) In Table 9, the ventilating stack size has to be half the diameter of the discharge stack,
i.e. 50 mm.
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g) However, the drain is likely to be surcharged and 7.3.3 states that for this situation the ventilating
size should be at least 75 mm for a 100 mm discharge stack.
Annex C (informative)
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List of references (see clause 2)
Normative references
BSI publications
BRITISH STANDARDS INSTITUTION, London
BS 6100, Glossary of building and civil engineering terms.

BS 6100-2, Civil engineering.
BS 6100-2.7:1992, Public health. Environmental engineering.

BS 6100-3, Services.
BS 6100-3.3:1992, Sanitation.
Informative references
BSI publications
BRITISH STANDARDS INSTITUTION, London
BS 416, Discharge and ventilating pipes and fittings, sand-cast or spun in cast iron.
BS 437:1978, Specification for cast iron spigot and socket drain pipes and fittings.
BS 1125:1987, Specification for WC flushing cisterns (including dual flush cisterns and flush pipes).
BS 1387:1985, Specification for screwed and socketed steel tubes and tubulars and for plain end steel tubes
suitable for welding or for screwing to BS 21 pipe threads.
BS 1710:1984, Specification for identification of pipelines and services.
BS 2871, Specification for copper and copper alloys. Tubes.
BS 3506:1969, Specification for unplasticized PVC pipe for industrial uses.
BS 3868:1973, Specification for prefabricated drainage stack units: galvanized steel.
BS 4514:1983, Specification for unplasticized PVC soil and ventilating pipes, fittings and accessories.
BS 5254:1976, Specification for polypropylene waste pipe and fittings (external diameter 34.6 mm, 41.0 mm
and 54.1 mm).
BS 5255:1989, Specification for thermoplastics waste pipe and fittings.
BS 6367:1983, Code of practice for drainage of roofs and paved areas.
BS 6465, Sanitary installations.
BS 6465-1:1984, Code of practice for scale of provision, selection and installation of sanitary appliances.
BS 7357:1990, Specification for 7.5 L WC flushing cisterns.
BS 7671:1992, Requirements for electrical installations. IEE Wiring Regulations. Sixteenth edition.
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Other references
[1] GREAT BRITAIN. Public Health Act 1936 and 1961 and London Government Act 1963. London: HMSO.
[2] GREAT BRITAIN. Building Act 1984. London: HMSO.
[3] GREAT BRITAIN. Building Regulations for England and Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland.
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BRITISH STANDARD BS 5572:1994

Code of practice for

Committees responsible for this

The preparation of this British Standard was entrusted by Technical

Association of Building Component Manufacturers

This British Standard, having

First published, as CP 304,

The following BSI references

ISBN 0 580 22927 0

Figure 6 Modified single stack system 14

List of references Inside back cover

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special requirements of buildings such as hospitals branch ventilating pipe

3.12 d) particulars of the ventilation of the pipework

Table 1 Equivalence between size as defined in this standard and as

5 Performance 5.2.3 Limitation of noise

Table 2 Flow and usage data of some sanitary appliances

level cistern 600 0.0117

Table 2 Flow and usage data of some sanitary appliances

(per person unit)

5.3 Hydraulics and pneumatics of discharge 5.3.3 Discharge stacks

Trap datails Approximate Trap detail Accepted average

Figure 1 Seal loss due to flow in branch pipes

Figure 7 Trap types

6.3.2.5.2 Waste manifolds 6.3.2.7.3 Stub stacks

Figure 8 Branch discharge pipe connections to discharge stacks

Figure 8 Branch discharge pipe connections to

Figure 9 Prevention of cross flow

Figure 9 Prevention of cross flow (concluded)

6.3.3 Discharge stacks 6.3.3.6 Intercepting traps

without any reduction in size to the discharge stack

Figure 10 Discharge from stub stack

NOTE 4 Offsets above highest branch connections do not require venting.

Figure 12 Termination of stack vents and ventilating stacks

6.3.3.10 Discharge stacks serving only sinks and/or 6.4.1.4 Installation

Figure 13 Ventilating pipes to branches

NOTE Alternatively, air admittance valves may be used.

Figure 14 Ventilating stacks

6.4.2.4 Connections on modified single stack systems 6.5.4 Urinals

6.5.5 Wash basins, sinks and baths

6.6.2 Types of materials 6.7.1.1 General

discharge system (see 5.2.5 and 5.2.7).

Figure 18 Branch discharge pipes for single wash basins

NOTE 1 Blockage is more likely to occur with long branch pipes.

Normally a trap should be fitted in the horizontal (see 5.2.2).

Figure 22 Branch discharge pipes for ranges of WCs

NOTE See also Figure 8 for branch connections to stack.

Figure 24 Branch discharge pipes for ranges of wash basins

NOTE See also Figure 8 for branch connection to stack.

Figure 26 Common arrangements of discharge stacks and branches

Figure 26 Common arrangements of discharge stacks and branches (continued)

Figure 26 Common arrangement of discharge stacks and branches (continued)

Figure 26 Common arrangement of discharge stacks and branches (continued)

Figure 26 Common arrangements of discharge stacks and branches (continued)

Figure 26 Common arrangements of discharge

Figure 26 Common arrangements of discharge stacks and branches (continued)