Section 84
of Water Supply Regulations 1961 Reprinted 1999
Section 84
(1)
After the expiration of a period of twelve months from the date on which these Regulations shall come into force, no person excepting the authorised officers of the
Water Authority shall carry out any works connected with construction, fixing, alteration or repair of water pipes and fittings which carry or are to carry water supplied
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from the public mains, unless he is in possession of a valid plumbers licence granted under these Regulations.
(2)
Such licences shall be granted to persons (or firms employing persons) who shall, after due examination, satisfy the Water Authority that they possess the requisite qualifications.
(3)
Such licence shall be in such form as prescribed by the Water Authority which shall specify the period for which it shall remain in force and the class of work the licensee is authorised to undertake, and shall be revocable at any time at the absolute discretion of the Water Authority without compensation.
(4)
A fee shall be paid before any licence shall be granted and an annual fee shall be paid for any renewal of such licence. Such fees shall be at the rates laid down in the
First Schedule hereto.
(5)
A licensed plumber shall keep and maintain all plants, tools and stocks of material as may be deemed necessary by the Water Authority for the installation or repair of private supplies.
Notice to be given by licensed plumber.