(225 ILCS 320/1) (from Ch. 111, par. 1101)
Sec. 1.
Purpose.
It has been established by scientific evidence that
improper
plumbing can result in the introduction of pathogenic organisms into the
potable water supply, result in the escape of toxic gases into the
environment, and result in potentially lethal disease and epidemic. It is
further found that minimum numbers of plumbing facilities and fixtures are
necessary for the comfort and convenience of workers and persons in public
places.
Consistent with its duty to safeguard the health of the people of this
State, the General Assembly therefore declares that the regulation of
plumbing and the plumbing trade is necessary for the protection of the
public health, convenience, and welfare. The General Assembly therefore
declares that individuals who plan, inspect, install, alter, extend, repair
and maintain plumbing systems shall be individuals of proven skill.
Further, the General Assembly declares that a guide for the minimum control
and number of plumbing materials and fixtures, the design of plumbing
systems, and the construction and installation methods of plumbing systems
is essential for the protection of public health and convenience. In order
to insure plumbing skill and to authoritatively establish what shall be
good plumbing practice, this Act provides for the licensing of plumbers and
registration of plumbing contractors and
for the promulgation of a Minimum Plumbing Code of standards by the
Department. This Act is therefore declared to be essential to the
public
interest.
(Source: P.A. 92-338, eff. 8-10-01.)
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