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May 7, 2026 4:25 p.m.
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- This page, Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters Code Subcommittee Meeting - 5.13.26, is offered by
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Public Meeting Notice
Public Meeting Notice Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters Code Subcommittee Meeting - 5.13.26
Overview
This meeting will be held both in person and VIRTUALLY. See the details in the agenda.
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In accordance with the provisions of G.L. c. 30A § 20, notice is hereby given that the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters will be convening their Plumbing Code Subcommittee meeting.
Agenda
- 10:00 a.m. Open Meeting Called to Order
- Note Meeting Recording
- Role Call by Chair for Quorum
| Members | Appointment |
|---|---|
| Mr. JosephMcNamee | Chairman, MasterGas Fitter |
| Mr. HaroldKnight | Vice-Chairman Journeyman Plumber |
| Mr. John Cruz | Member, LP Installer |
| Mr. Bahig A. Kaldas,P. E. | Member, Plumbing Engineer |
| Mr. WayneThomas | Member Journeyman Gasfitter |
| Ms. RuthAlfasso | Member, Dept.of Public Health |
| Mrs. Kimberly Garside | Member, Master Plumber |
| Mr. Joseph Peluso | Participant, Master Plumber |
| Mr. James Kennedy | Local Inspector, Participant |
| STAFF | Position |
| Mr. CharlesKilb | Board LegalCounsel |
| Mr. Michael Auerbach | Executive Director |
| Mr. Michael Guida | Board Code Consultant |
| Ms. Caitlyn Berry | Board Staff |
| Ms. Carrie Matheson | Board Staff |
| Mr. Scott Padden | State Plumbing & Gas Inspector |
| Mr. James O’Reilly | State Plumbing & Gas Inspector |
- Approval of Meeting Minutes
- March 25, 2026, Subcommittee Meeting
- April 15, 2026, Subcommittee Meeting
- Legal / Board Counsel Report – Charles Kilb
- Discussion
Reviewed proposed changes for the following sections
- 248 CMR 10.01, Scope and Jurisdiction
- 248 CMR 10.02, Basic Principles
- 248 CMR 10.03, Definitions
- 248 CMR 10.04, Testing and Safety
- 248 CMR 10.05, General Regulations
- 248 CMR 10.06, Materials
- 248 CMR 10.07, Joints and Connections
- 248 CMR 10.08, Traps and Cleanouts
- 248 CMR 10.09, Interceptors, Separators and Holding Tanks
- 248 CMR 10.10 (14), Plumbing Fixtures
- 248 CMR 10.11, Hangers and Supports
- 248 CMR 10.12, Indirect Waste Piping
- 248 CMR 10.13, Piping and Treatment of Special Waste
- 248 CMR 10.14, Water Supply and Water Distribution System
- 248 CMR 10.15, Sanitary Drainage System
Adjournment
Note: If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in the meeting, please reach out to Cheryl Yebba at 617- 701-8711. The Agency will make best efforts to accommodate requests received in a timely manner.