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Flushing and disinfection (PD 855468 overview)

An overview of flushing and disinfecting a cold water system to PD 855468 principles.

Why flush and disinfect

A new or altered cold water system can carry swarf, flux, dust and other contamination from installation. Flushing removes loose debris; disinfection deals with microbial contamination so the water is wholesome before use. PD 855468 is the UK guide covering the flushing and disinfection of services supplying water for domestic use within buildings.

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