Maryland Journeyman Plumber and Gas Fitter (2011-07-19)

An updated version of the 2003 National Standard Plumbing Code With Illustrations. This code book provides the latest information about common materials, fixtures, devices and equipment systems used or installed in plumbing systems. Used in conjunction with PHCC’s Plumbing Apprentice Training Program, the guide’s illustrations and supplementary notes make it an indispensable training tool. It is compatible with codes used nationwide and follows the numerical sequence of the ANSI A.40.8 Code that is the basis for all plumbing standards.

Fully updated for optimal learning, Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipe-fitters, 8E remains a trusted resource for essential math concepts in the plumbing and pipe-fitting trades. With an emphasis on real-world examples that will prepare readers to successfully transfer their knowledge to on-the-job situations, this book utilizes the most currently used fitting materials to demonstrate key concepts. Simplified, clear explanations and a straightforward approach, combined with new units on changes of state, pressure and heat, and mechanical advantage, make this an ideal tool for anyone entering the field.

The unique, publication contains full-color illustrations in real-world field settings, and is a truly comprehensive book on the subject of backflow prevention. The Manual contains sections relating to installation, testing, cross-connection control, repair, and inspections, and can also be used as a textbook for these areas. Additionally, Backflow Prevention Reference Manual can be used by regulatory agencies as a guide to determine what type of valve can be used in a particular case. With information on the history of backflow prevention as well as chapters written from the regulatory perspective, Backflow Prevention Reference Manual is an important resource for system designers, urban planners, and utility companies-professionals "on both sides of the water meter".

Our OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Construction Regulations book gives you quick, easy access to essential safety guidance whenever you need it. It helps employers and workers identify hazards fast and stay compliant on any jobsite. The 2026 edition features a clear two-color layout, includes all 1926 regulations along with key 1903, 1904, and select 1910 rules, and highlights any regulation changes between editions. Icons make it simple to find OSHA interpretations, and the book also includes OSHA Form 300, the Cancer Policy, and In-Cite references to 1910 standards. Frequently cited standards are placed before their related subparts for even easier navigation.