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16 DE Code § 7601. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 16 - Health and Safety|Chapter 76. County or Municipal Building, Plumbing, Electrical and Other Codes|§ 7601. Promulgation of building, plumbing, electrical and other codes; building permits; fees.

§ 7601. Promulgation of building, plumbing, electrical and other codes; building permits; fees. The Levy Court of Kent County and the County Councils of New Castle County and Sussex County may adopt and enforce building codes, plumbing codes, electrical codes or other similar codes. The said Levy Court and County Councils may charge reasonable fees for the enforcement of said codes. 16 Del. C. 1953, §  7521;  56 Del. Laws, c. 408;  75 Del. Laws, c. 85, §  1;
16 DE Code § 7701. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 16 - Health and Safety|Chapter 77. Erecting, Repairing or Painting Buildings|§ 7701. Scaffolding regulations.

§ 7701. Scaffolding regulations. (a) A person employing or directing another to perform labor of any kind in the erection, repairing, altering or painting of a house, building or structure shall not furnish or erect or cause to furnished or erected for the performance of such labor scaffolding, hoists, stays, ladders or other mechanical contrivances which are unsafe, unsuitable or improper and which are not so constructed, placed and operated as to give proper protection to the life and limb of a person so employed or engaged. (b) Scaffolding or staging swung or suspended from an overhead support or erected with stationary supports more than 20 feet from the ground or floor, except scaffolding wholly within the interior of a building and which covers the entire floor space of any room therein, shall have a safety rail of suitable material, properly bolted, secured and braced, rising at least 34 inches above the floor or main portions of such scaffolding or staging and extending along the entire length of the outside and the ends thereof, with such openings as may be necessary for the delivery of materials, and properly attached thereto, and such scaffolding or staging shall be so fastened as to prevent the same from swaying from the building or structure. 29 Del. Laws, c. 234, §  1;  Code 1935, §  3631;  16 Del. C. 1953, §  7701;
16 DE Code § 7702. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 16 - Health and Safety|Chapter 77. Erecting, Repairing or Painting Buildings|§ 7702. Other construction regulations.

§ 7702. Other construction regulations. (a) All contractors and owners, when constructing buildings where the plans and specifications require the floors to be arched between the beams thereof or where the floors or filling in between the floors are of fireproof material or brickwork, shall complete the flooring or filling in as the building progresses to not less than within 3 tiers of beams below that on which the iron work is being erected. (b) If the plans and specifications of the buildings do not require filling in between the beams of floors with brick or fireproof material, all contractors for carpenter work, in the course of construction, shall lay the underflooring thereon on each story as the building progresses to not less than within 2 stories below the one to which such building has been erected. Where double floors are not to be used, such contractor shall keep planked over the floor 2 stories below the story where the work is being performed. (c) If the floor beams are of iron or steel, the contractors for the iron and steel work of buildings in course of construction or the owners of such buildings shall thoroughly plank over the entire tier of iron or steel beams on which the structural iron or steel work is being erected, except such spaces as may be reasonably required for the proper construction of such iron or steel work and for the raising or lowering of materials to be used in the construction of such building or such spaces as may be designated by the plans and specifications for stairways and elevator shafts. (d) If elevators or elevating machines are used within a building in the course of construction for the purpose of lifting materials to be used in such construction, the contractors or owner shall cause the shafts or openings in each floor to be inclosed or fenced in on all sides by a barrier at least 8 feet in height, except on 2 sides which may be used for taking off and putting on materials, and those sides shall be guarded by an adjustable barrier not less than 3 nor more than 4 feet from the floor and not less than 2 feet from the edge of such shaft or opening. 29 Del. Laws, c. 234, §  2;  Code 1935, §  3632;  16 Del. C. 1953, §  7702;
16 DE Code § 7703. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 16 - Health and Safety|Chapter 77. Erecting, Repairing or Painting Buildings|§ 7703. Penalties.

§ 7703. Penalties. Whoever violates this chapter shall, for each offense, be fined not less than $50 nor more than $100. 29 Del. Laws, c. 234, §  2;  Code 1935, §  3632;  16 Del. C. 1953, §  7703;
16 DE Code § 7801. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 16 - Health and Safety|Chapter 78. Asbestos|§ 7801. Statement of purpose.

§ 7801. Statement of purpose. The Delaware General Assembly hereby declares that it is in the interest of the public to control, reduce and prevent the exposure of the public to asbestos. It is the intent of the General Assembly to ensure the health, safety and welfare of the public by regulating the practice of asbestos abatement, particularly in locations where the general public can reasonably be expected to have access for the purpose of ensuring that such abatement is performed in such a manner as to minimize exposure to asbestos fibers and contamination. 66 Del. Laws, c. 35, §  1;
16 DE Code § 7802. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 16 - Health and Safety|Chapter 78. Asbestos|§ 7802. Definitions.

§ 7802. Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:  (1) “Asbestos” includes chrysotile, amosite, crocidolite, tremolite asbestos, anthophyllite asbestos, actinolite asbestos and any of these minerals that has been chemically treated and/or altered. (2) “Asbestos abatement” shall mean any of the following activities except those which may be considered incidental during normal day-to-day operations and maintenance:  a. Demolition or salvage of structures where asbestos is present; b. Removal or encapsulation of materials containing asbestos; c. Construction, alteration, repair, maintenance, demolition or renovation of structures, substrates or any portions thereof, that contain asbestos; d. Installation of products containing asbestos; e. Asbestos spill/emergency cleanup; and f. Transportation, disposal, storage or containment of asbestos, or products containing asbestos, on the site or location at which construction, alteration, repair, maintenance, demolition or renovation activities are performed. (3) “Asbestos worker” shall mean any individual who performs asbestos abatement activities and/or work. (4) “Contractor” shall mean any corporation, company, association, firm, partnership, society, joint-stock company, sole proprietorship or individual that contracts to perform asbestos abatement, including the removal or encapsulation of asbestos. (5) “Friable asbestos material,” “friable material” or “asbestos material” shall mean any material containing more than 1 percent asbestos by weight, that hand pressure can crumble, pulverize or reduce to powder when dry, or is already dry and pulverized.66 Del. Laws, c. 35, §  1;
16 DE Code § 7803. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 16 - Health and Safety|Chapter 78. Asbestos|§ 7803. Certification required; fees; reciprocity.

§ 7803. Certification required; fees; reciprocity. (a) No contractor shall hold that contractor's self out to the public as being certified to engage in asbestos abatement, nor shall any contractor use or advertise any title or description intending to convey the impression that such contractor is certified to engage in asbestos abatement, unless such contractor has been certified in accordance with this chapter. No contractor or asbestos worker shall undertake any asbestos abatement work without having first been certified in accordance with this chapter. (b) No person or contractor may assign, contract with, or permit any asbestos worker to perform asbestos abatement unless such asbestos worker is certified under this chapter. (c) Any contractor or asbestos worker applying for certification under this chapter shall meet criteria prescribed by the Office of Management and Budget, which may include, but are not limited to the following:  (1) Contractors:  a. Previous experience or training in asbestos abatement work; b. Type and size of equipment the contractor utilizes in asbestos abatement; c. Ability of the contractor to perform asbestos abatement work; (2) Asbestos workers:  a. Physical ability to perform asbestos abatement work without endangering the health and safety of themselves or others; b. Free of any respiratory and/or health disorders which would prevent the person from wearing protective respiratory equipment; c. Completion of a training program in asbestos abatement procedures approved by the Office of Management and Budget and periodic completion of approved retraining programs. (d) Any contractor or asbestos worker may apply to the Office of Management and Budget for certification to perform asbestos abatement by submitting an application in the form specified by the Office of Management and Budget and the payment of such fees as may be established by the Office of Management and Budget. (e) The fees for certification required pursuant to this chapter shall be established by the Office of Management and Budget in its rules and regulations. The fees may be adjusted periodically but shall approximate and reasonably reflect all costs necessary to defray the expenses incurred by the Office in operating the certification program. (f) Asbestos workers certified by other states may request certification by reciprocity. The Office of Management and Budget will evaluate each request for reciprocity based upon evaluations of the quality of training received and quality of the other state's certification program. 66 Del. Laws, c. 35, §  1;  70 Del. Laws, c. 186, §  1;  75 Del. Laws, c. 88, §  16(3);
16 DE Code § 7804. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 16 - Health and Safety|Chapter 78. Asbestos|§ 7804. Suspension; revocation; refusal to renew.

§ 7804. Suspension; revocation; refusal to renew. If the Office of Management and Budget finds that a contractor or asbestos worker has violated any provision of this chapter or any rule, regulation or order promulgated or entered pursuant to this chapter, the Office of Management and Budget may immediately suspend, revoke and/or refuse to renew the certification of such contractor or asbestos worker. A hearing may be requested by the contractor or asbestos worker within 30 days after written notice has been sent to the contractor or asbestos worker by certified mail. If, after a hearing under this section, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget finds just cause to suspend, revoke or refuse to renew, the contractor or asbestos worker shall be given written notice of the decision of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget and the reasons therefor. The decision of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget may be appealed to the Superior Court within 30 days after written notice has been sent by certified mail by the Office of Management and Budget. 66 Del. Laws, c. 35, §  1;  75 Del. Laws, c. 88, §  16(3);
16 DE Code § 7805. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 16 - Health and Safety|Chapter 78. Asbestos|§ 7805. Powers and duties of the Office of Management and Budget.

§ 7805. Powers and duties of the Office of Management and Budget. The Office of Management and Budget shall have the following powers and duties and shall give due consideration to Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) document 560/5-85-024 June 1985 or later revision, “Guidance for Controlling Asbestos Containing Materials in Buildings” in conducting these duties:  (1) Approve the standards and specifications for all asbestos abatement funded with state moneys from any source; (2) Adopt rules and regulations governing the training requirements and certification of contractors and asbestos workers for all asbestos abatement within the State; (3) Approve the selection of contractors and asbestos workers performing asbestos abatement for state-funded projects based upon qualifications, experience and ability to perform asbestos abatement; (4) Require all state agencies to obtain prior approval for all asbestos abatement funded with state moneys from any source; (5) Function as a central location for the receipt and dissemination of relevant asbestos information and reports; (6) Act as liaison with any federal and/or state agencies that have other programs which may now or hereafter provide funds or assistance in any manner for the detection and elimination of friable asbestos; (7) During state-funded asbestos abatement projects, conduct an onsite inspection of all procedures of asbestos abatement; (8) Have the authority to suspend, revoke and/or refuse to renew the certification of any contractor or asbestos worker for a violation of this chapter or any rules, regulations or orders promulgated or entered pursuant to this chapter; (9) Promulgate such rules and regulations as are necessary to implement this chapter, including but not limited to:  a. Performance standards, practices and specifications for asbestos abatement; b. Determination of the minimum scope of work of asbestos abatement to which this chapter shall apply; c. Requirements for submission of a notice of intent to construct, alter, repair, maintain, demolish or renovate or to perform asbestos abatement in any structure, substrate or any portion thereof which may contain asbestos; (10) Establish a statewide emergency abatement policy to address any asbestos abatement which was not planned but results from a sudden, unexpected event or emergency.66 Del. Laws, c. 35, §  1;  75 Del. Laws, c. 88, §  16(3);
16 DE Code § 7806. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 16 - Health and Safety|Chapter 78. Asbestos|§ 7806. Powers and duties of the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control.

§ 7806. Powers and duties of the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control. The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control shall have the following powers and duties and shall:  (1) Act as the enforcement arm of the Office of Management and Budget with respect to any violations of this chapter and be responsible for oversight and enforcement of this chapter for all asbestos abatement within the State; (2) Maintain records and reports as required by the rules and regulations of the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control and any appropriate federal rules and regulations as they may relate to asbestos abatement; (3) Have the authority to conduct on-site inspections of asbestos abatement in both the private and public sectors; (4) Promulgate rules and regulations as are necessary to implement the enforcement aspects of this chapter; (5) Provide the Office of Management and Budget with the appropriate evidence and documentation of violations of this chapter, or any rules, regulations or orders promulgated or entered pursuant to this chapter which would initiate the Office of Management and Budget decertification process.66 Del. Laws, c. 35, §  1;  75 Del. Laws, c. 88, §  16(3);
16 DE Code § 7901. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 16 - Health and Safety|Chapter 79. Basic Plumbing Principles|§ 7901. Purpose.

§ 7901. Purpose. The basic plumbing principles contained in this chapter shall act as the basis for the formation of all detailed plumbing regulations adopted by the Division of Public Health, local or district boards of health or city councils. 47 Del. Laws, c. 184, §  1;  16 Del. C. 1953, §  7901;  70 Del. Laws, c. 147, §  13;
16 DE Code § 7902. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 16 - Health and Safety|Chapter 79. Basic Plumbing Principles|§ 7902. Principles applicable throughout State.

§ 7902. Principles applicable throughout State. All plumbing installed after June 4, 1949, in any part of the State shall conform to the basic plumbing principles provided in this chapter. 47 Del. Laws, c. 184, §  30;  16 Del. C. 1953, §  7902;
16 DE Code § 7903. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 16 - Health and Safety|Chapter 79. Basic Plumbing Principles|§ 7903. Plumbing Code; adoption and enforcement.

§ 7903. Plumbing Code; adoption and enforcement. The Division of Public Health shall adopt and enforce the most recent version of the International Plumbing Code (IPC) within 1 calendar year of its issuance, in conformity with the basic plumbing principles provided in this chapter. The Division of Public Health may adopt and enforce additional plumbing regulations which shall not be in conflict with the IPC and the basic plumbing principles set forth in this chapter. 47 Del. Laws, c. 184, §  31;  16 Del. C. 1953, §  7903;  70 Del. Laws, c. 147, §  14;  77 Del. Laws, c. 200, §  1;
16 DE Code § 7904. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 16 - Health and Safety|Chapter 79. Basic Plumbing Principles|§ 7904. Local regulations.

§ 7904. Local regulations. Every political subdivision within the State, including county, city or municipal governments, shall enforce the International Plumbing Code (IPC) as adopted or modified by the Division of Public Health. Every political subdivision retains the right to propose additional or modified plumbing regulations, which must be submitted in writing to the Division of Public Health for review and approval. The Division of Public Health, within 60 days of receiving such proposed changes or additions, shall consult with the State Board of Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Examiners, and may thereafter adopt, modify or reject the proposed changes or additions. Upon issuance of the statewide plumbing regulations every political subdivision shall have the option of adopting and enforcing said regulations, or adopting and enforcing the minimum standards set forth in the most recently adopted version of the IPC. 47 Del. Laws, c. 184, §  32;  16 Del. C. 1953, §  7904;  70 Del. Laws, c. 147, §§  15, 16, 25;  77 Del. Laws, c. 200, §  2;
16 DE Code § 7905. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 16 - Health and Safety|Chapter 79. Basic Plumbing Principles|§ 7905. Additional regulations.

§ 7905. Additional regulations. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to limit the Division of Public Health, councils of cities or sanitary bodies of communities from making further and additional regulations not in conflict with this chapter. 47 Del. Laws, c. 184, §  36;  16 Del. C. 1953, §  7905;  70 Del. Laws, c. 147, §  17;
16 DE Code § 7906. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 16 - Health and Safety|Chapter 79. Basic Plumbing Principles|§ 7906. Rules and regulations for installation of plumbing; registration of plumbers; application for inspection.

§ 7906. Rules and regulations for installation of plumbing; registration of plumbers; application for inspection. (a) The Division of Public Health, in order to provide for the health of the citizens of the State, shall adopt and promulgate suitable rules and regulations for the construction, alteration, repair, modification or renovation of water and sewer systems and of building and house drainage systems; shall enforce those rules and regulations; and shall make provisions under this section and Chapter 18 of Title 24 for the punishment of any person who violates or assists in the violation of or refuses to comply with such rules and regulations. (b) Registration and licensure of plumbers and persons engaged in the practice of plumbing in this State shall be in accordance with Chapter 18 of Title 24. (c) No license shall be required of a person who installs his or her own plumbing work, service or equipment in or about his or her own home that is not for sale or any part for rent or lease, except that such person shall be required to obtain a permit from the Division of Public Health or from the proper plumbing inspection authority. Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to prohibit a person from obtaining free assistance in installing his or her own plumbing work, service or equipment in his or her own home that is not for sale or any part for rent or lease. (d) Property used exclusively for agricultural purposes is excluded from all provisions of this section, except for the necessity to obtain a permit from the Division of Public Health or from the proper plumbing inspection authority. (e) The Division of Public Health shall issue plumbing permits and shall assess a $100 fee for each permit, except that no permit shall be required or fee assessed for the replacement of an existing fixture, piece of equipment or related piping, including but not limited to hot water heaters and water conditioning systems. All revenue generated shall be retained by the Division of Public Health in order to defray costs associated with the plumbing inspection program. 47 Del. Laws, c. 184, §  33;  16 Del. C. 1953, §  7906;  67 Del. Laws, c. 72, §  1;  70 Del. Laws, c. 147, §  18;  70 Del. Laws, c. 186, §  1;  71 Del. Laws, c. 185, §  4;  76 Del. Laws, c. 110, §  1;  77 Del. Laws, c. 445, §  1;
16 DE Code § 7907. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 16 - Health and Safety|Chapter 79. Basic Plumbing Principles|§ 7907. Inspection and inspectors.

§ 7907. Inspection and inspectors. (a) The Division of Public Health shall by rules and regulations also establish a system of inspection and supervision over all water and sewer systems, building and house drainage systems and ventilation of the same. (b) The Division of Public Health shall appoint such inspectors as may be necessary, at such compensation as may be fixed by it, and shall make provision for payment of same. (c) All plumping inspectors must be practical plumbers with at least 10 years' experience and skilled and well trained in matters pertaining to plumbing and sanitation generally. (d) All plumbing inspectors shall, as far as may be necessary for the performance of their duties and the maintenance of the health of the citizens of the State, have the right to enter any building or premises in the State. They shall have the right to inspect and order the removal of any plumbing fixture, soil, drain, waste, vent pipe or pipes, cesspools, septic tanks and privies when they, at the discretion of the inspectors, are deemed in an unsanitary condition. (e) A $50 inspection fee per inspection shall be assessed when the Division of Public Health inspectors must conduct any inspection due to the permittee's failure to comply with applicable regulations after 3 inspections. All revenue generated shall be retained by the Division of Public Health in order to defray costs associated with the plumbing inspection program. 47 Del. Laws, c. 184, §  34;  16 Del. C. 1953, §  7907;  70 Del. Laws, c. 147, §§  19, 20;  76 Del. Laws, c. 110, §  3;
16 DE Code § 7908. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 16 - Health and Safety|Chapter 79. Basic Plumbing Principles|§ 7908. Definitions.

§ 7908. Definitions. As used in this chapter:  (1) “Place of public entertainment” shall mean an establishment that accommodates more than 100 individuals. (2) “Plumbing” is the art of installing in buildings the pipes, fixtures and other apparatus for bringing in the water supply and removing liquid and water-carried wastes. (3) “Plumbing fixtures” are receptacles intended to receive and discharge water, liquid or water-carried wastes into a drainage system with which they are connected. (4) “Plumbing system of a building” includes the water supply distributing pipes, the fixtures and fixture traps, the soil, waste and vent pipes, the house drain and house sewer, the storm water drainage, and all the devices, appurtenances and connections of the above within or adjacent to the building. (5) “Public restroom” shall mean a public sanitary facility that contains more than 1 plumbing fixture.47 Del. Laws, c. 184, §§  2-4;  16 Del. C. 1953, §  7908;  69 Del. Laws, c. 419, §  2;