Posted:
June 9, 2026 3:21 p.m.
- This page, Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters Code Subcommittee Meeting - 6.17.26, is offered by
- Division of Occupational Licensure
- Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters
Public Meeting Notice
Public Meeting Notice Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters Code Subcommittee Meeting - 6.17.26
Overview
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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 Plumbing Board Subcommittee will be convening their monthly meeting.
Agenda
- 1:00 p.m. Open Meeting Called to Order
- Note Meeting Recording
- Roll 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
- May 13, 2026, Regular 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.