Flood Prevention and Restoration

Flood prevention and drain quality standards are published by CSA, DIN, ASME, IICRC, and others. These include not only standards for safe measures to prevent the effects of surging water in buildings, but also documents like IICRC S500 for restoring water damage after the events of a flood. Another notable series listed below is the DIN 13564 series, which cover anti-flooding devices for buildings. Other documents cover the specifications of drains on floors and roofs to use civil engineering to prevent flooding from occuring in the first place.

ASCE/SEI 24-2014

Flood Resistant Design and Construction

Standard ASCE/SEI 24-14 provides minimum requirements for design and construction of structures located in flood hazard areas and subject to building code requirements.

ASTM D5957-98(2021)

Standard Guide for Flood Testing Horizontal Waterproofing Installations

1.1This guide provides the user with a method for testing the watertightness of waterproofing installations applied to horizontal surfaces having a slope not greater than 20 mm/m (2 % slope) (1/4in. per ft).

1.2This guide is intended for waterproofing installation on parking garages and plaza deck type applications over habitable spaces or on elevated structures, but is not intended for use on building roofing systems. Applicable waterproofing membrane installations that may be tested using this guide are fully adhered or bonded sheet membranes, liquid or fluid-applied membranes, or loose-laid sheet membranes.

1.3The procedures presented here are not intended for use on those waterproofing installation applications that are for long-term water storage or continuously submerged environments, such as swimming pools, fountains, tank liners with hydrostatic pressure, or water storage units (storage period greater than 48 h).

1.4The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

1.5This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.6This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

DIN EN 13564-1:2002

Anti-flooding devices for buildings - Part 1: Requirements

The document specifies types and requirements for materials, performance, design, construction and marking for factory made anti-flooding devices for faecal and/or non-faecal waste water for use in drainage systems of buildings, or within the curtilage of buildings, operated under gravity.

DIN EN 13564-2:2003

Anti-flooding devices for buildings - Part 2: Test methods

The document specifies test methods for anti-flooding devices for buildings according to prEN 13564-1.

DIN EN 13564-3:2004

Anti-flooding devices for buildings - Part 3: Quality assurance

This standard specifies the requirements for anti-flooding devices for buildings to ensure conformity of these products with EN 13564-1.

ANSI/IICRC S500-2021

Standard for Professional Water Damage Restoration - Fifth Edition: 2021

This S500 Standard describes the procedures to be followed and the precautions to be taken when performing water damage restoration in residential, commercial, and institutional buildings, and the systems and personal property contained within those structures.

Water damage restoration consists of the following components for which procedures are described in this Standard:

Principles of Water Damage Restoration

Microbiology of Water Damage

Health Effects from Exposure to Microbial Contamination in Water-Damaged Buildings

Building and Material Science

Psychrometry and Drying Technology

Equipment, Instruments, and Tools

Antimicrobial (biocide) Technology

Safety and Health

Administrative Procedures, Project Documentation, and Risk Management

Inspections, Preliminary Determinations, and Pre-Restoration Evaluations

Limitations, Complexities, Complications, and Conflicts

Specialized Experts

Structural Restoration

Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Restoration

Contents Evaluation, Restoration, and Remediation

Large or Catastrophic Restoration Projects

Materials and Assemblies

CSA ASME A112.6.4-2022/CSA B79.4-2022

Roof, deck, and balcony drains

Preface This is the first edition of ASME A112.6.4/CSA B79.4, Roof, deck, and balcony drains . It supersedes CSA B79, Commercial and residential drains and cleanouts, published in 2008, and the ASME A112.6.4, Roof, deck, and balcony drains Standards. This Standard was prepared by the ASME/CSA Harmonization Task Group on Drains under the jurisdiction of the ASME A112 Standards Committee on Plumbing Materials and Equipment and the CSA Technical Committee on Drains and Interceptors. The ASME A112 Standards Committee operates under the jurisdiction of the ASME Board on Standardization and Testing and the CSA Technical Committee operates under the jurisdiction of the CSA Strategic Steering Committee on Construction and Civil Infrastructure. This Standard is considered suitable for use for conformity assessment within the stated scope of the Standard. This Standard was approved as an American National Standard by the American National Standards Institute on June 15, 2022. This Standard has been developed in compliance with Standards Council of Canada requirements for National Standards of Canada. It has been published as a National Standard of Canada by CSA Group. Scope 1.1 Inclusions This Standard specifies design and performance requirements for roof drains. This Standard applies to the following types of roof drains: a) general purpose; b) gutter and cornice; c) parapet and promenade; d) balcony; and e) deck. 1.2 Exclusions This standard does not apply to siphonic roof drains covered under ASME A112.6.9/CSA B79.9. 1.3 Illustrations Figures 1 through 7 describe and portray typical roof drains and are not intended to restrict design or to specify requirements. 1.4 Terminology In this Standard, "shall" is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the standard; "should" is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; and "may" is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the Standard. Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material. Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements. Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application. 1.5 Units of measure The values given in either SI (metric) or U.S. Customary units of measure are equivalent in application; however, each measurement system is to be used independently of the other. In this Standard, U.S. Customary units are shown in parentheses. Combining values from the two measurement systems can result in non-conformance with this Standard. 1.6 Alternatives The requirements of this Standard are not intended to prevent the use of alternative designs, materials, or methods of construction, provided such alternatives meet the intent and requirements of this Standard.

ASME A112.3.1-2007 (R2022)

Stainless Steel Drainage Systems for Sanitary DWV, Storm, and Vacuum Applications, Above- and Below Ground

This Standard covers performance and installation requirements for socket-type, seam-welded stainless steel pipe, fittings, joints, and drains for use in plumbing sanitary and storm drain, waste, and vent(DWV), and chemical waste systems.

CSA ASME A112.6.3-2022/CSA B79.3-2022

Floor drains

Preface This is the first edition of ASME A112.6.3/CSA B79.3, Floor drains . It supersedes CSA B79, Commercial and residential drains and cleanouts, published in 2008, and the ASME A112.6.3, Floor and Trench Drains Standards. This Standard was prepared by the ASME/CSA Harmonization Task Group on Drains, under the jurisdiction of the ASME A112 Standards Committee on Plumbing Materials and Equipment and the CSA Technical Committee on Drains and Interceptors. The ASME A112 Standards Committee operates under the jurisdiction of the ASME Board on Standardization and Testing and the CSA Technical Committee operates under the jurisdiction of the CSA Strategic Steering Committee on Construction and Civil Infrastructure. This Standard is considered suitable for use for conformity assessment within the stated scope of the Standard. This Standard was approved as an American National Standard by the American National Standards Institute on May 9, 2022. This Standard has been developed in compliance with Standards Council of Canada requirements for National Standards of Canada. It has been published as a National Standard of Canada by CSA Group. Scope 1.1 Inclusions This Standard specifies design and performance requirements for floor drains, adjustable floor drains, and area drains that are used inside of, or adjacent to, building structures. Drains of outlet NPS-2 and smaller, intended only for installation in shower areas, are covered in this Standard and in ASME A112.18.2/CSA B125.2 as well. 1.2 Exclusions This Standard does not apply to a) seam-welded, socket type, stainless steel fabricated drains which are covered by ASME A112.3.1; and b) trench drains, which are covered by ASME A112.6.8/CSA B79.8. 1.3 Illustrations Figures 1 through 8 describe and portray typical drains and are not intended to restrict design or to specify requirements. 1.4 Terminology In this Standard, "shall" is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the standard; "should" is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; and "may" is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the Standard. Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material. Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements. Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application. 1.5 Units of measure The values given in either SI (metric) or U.S. Customary units of measure are equivalent in application; however, each measurement system is to be used independently of the other. In this Standard, U.S. Customary units are shown in parentheses. Combining values from the two measurement systems can result in non-conformance with this Standard. 1.6 Alternatives The requirements of this Standard are not intended to prevent the use of alternative designs, materials, or methods of construction, provided such alternatives meet the intent and requirements of the Standard.

CSA ASME A112.6.8-2022/CSA B79.8-2022

Trench drains

Preface This is the first edition of ASME A112.6.8/CSA B79.8, Trench drains. It supersedes CSA B79, Commercial and residential drains and cleanouts standard, published in 2008, and the testing and certification requirements for trench drains of the ASME A112.6.3-2019, Floor and Trench Drains Standard. This Standard was prepared by the ASME/CSA Harmonization Task Group on Drains under the jurisdiction of the ASME A112 Standards Committee on Plumbing Materials and Equipment and the CSA Technical Committee on Drains and Interceptors. The ASME A112 Standards Committee operates under the jurisdiction of the ASME Board on Standardization and Testing and the CSA Technical Committee operates under the jurisdiction of the CSA Strategic Steering Committee on Construction and Civil Infrastructure. This Standard is considered suitable for use for conformity assessment within the stated scope of the Standard. This Standard was approved as an American National Standard by the American National Standards Institute on May 9, 2022. This Standard has been developed in compliance with Standards Council of Canada requirements for National Standards of Canada. It has been published as a National Standard of Canada by CSA Group. Scope 1.1 Inclusions This Standard specifies design and performance requirements for trench drains, utility channels, and grate systems that are used inside of, or adjacent to, building structures that are typically non-residential. Note: These channels are not typically subject to high-speed vehicles but can be subjected to concentrated heavy loads such as hard-wheeled forklifts. 1.2 Linear shower drains Drains with outlet size NPS-2 and smaller, intended only for installation in shower areas, are covered in ASME A112.18.2/CSA B125.2 and can also be covered in this Standard. 1.3 Illustrations Figures 1 through 7 illustrate typical trench and slot drains and are not intended to restrict design or to specify requirements. 1.4 Terminology In this Standard, "shall" is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the standard; "should" is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; and "may" is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the Standard. Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material. Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements. Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application. 1.5 Units of measure The values given in either SI (metric) or U.S. Customary units of measure are equivalent in application; however, each measurement system is to be used independently of the other. In this Standard, U.S. Customary units are shown in parentheses. Combining values from the two measurement systems can result in non-conformance with this Standard. 1.6 Alternatives The requirements of this Standard are not intended to prevent the use of alternative designs, materials, or methods of construction, provided such alternatives meet the intent and requirements of this Standard.