Bi-Monthly Newsletter
Greetings
from the team at the Division of Industry Services! This spring’s edition brings you code updates
as well as informational pieces from a cross-section of the Division.
Commercial Building Code Updates
Many of you know the updated Commercial
Building code package became effective May 1, 2018. The rules may be accessed on our website here.
The Division is in the process of updating our
website, forms, FAQ’s, checklists, databases, etc. to implement this
comprehensive code change to the 2015 ICC suite of codes. Insert pages of the Wisconsin amendments in
SPS 361-366 are being created for insertion into the adopted I codes and will
be available on the website soon. A
follow-up communication will be sent when these items are complete and
available.
Electrical Code Updates
The Department announced implementation dates for
the updated electrical code.
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August 1, 2018: 2017 NEC adopted for commercial structures
- August 1, 2018: DSPS may begin accepting applications for
registration as an electrical inspection agency. More information will be provided
in July 2018.
- March 1, 2019: Only registered inspection agencies may provide
plan review, permit issuance, or inspections.
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January 1, 2020: 2017 NEC adopted for one- and two-family dwellings.
- January 1, 2020: statewide requirements for permits and
inspections go into effect
Additional Code
Updates
April 1, 2018 was the effective date for these two code
packages:
SPS
307-308 Explosives, Fireworks,
Mines, Pits and Quarries
SPS
327 Camping Units
July 1, 2018 will be the effective date of the POWTS
(SPS 381-387 & 391) revised code package.
Fire
Department Safety & Health code (SPS 330) is currently being reviewed by the
Legislature.
News from Specific Programs
Boiler, Elevator and Mine Safety Programs
The Mine Safety program has been extremely busy with New Miner and refresher training requests. So far this year the program has conducted 44 sessions, training a total of 1,019 mine personnel. As road construction season ramps up, inspectors will become increasingly busy with inspections of explosive magazines across the state.
Brian Rausch, elevator program consultant, has been busy reviewing plans and new elevator products. New products reviewed have included an orchestra lift which employs new conveyance technology and a shaftless residential elevator. These new products provide great learning opportunities for inspectors Mark Urban and John Kastner.
The Boiler and Pressure Vessel team co-hosted the Wisconsin Boiler Inspectors Association Industry Days Seminar April 18th and 19th in Wisconsin Dells. Industry experts spoke about non-destructive testing, water treatment and combustion analyzers.
Secretary Laura Gutiérrez addressed over 100 boiler operators, inspectors, insurance company representatives and industry experts in attendance, while Chris Derks, DSPS boiler program engineering consultant, presented the state code and inspection requirements.
The highlight of the conference was a tour of the Kilbourn Dam hydroelectric power generation facility. Despite the snow and cold temperatures, the tour provided a very informative and interesting look at the dam which has been producing electricity since 1909.
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Commercial Building Inspection
Congratulations to Char Martin,
Division of Industry Services Building Inspector for being recognized by the
Southwest Wisconsin Builder Inspectors Association as the Inspector of the
Year!
As the new commercial building code
took effect on May 1, inspectors have been responding to many questions from
customers about its applicability to projects.
Please be sure to have approved plans on site and ensure they are being
followed. That will lead to smooth and efficient inspections by our team.
Public Sector Safety Team
Amusement ride season has
arrived! Be sure that the necessary
application forms and fees have been filed with the Department. This will allow our team to coordinate its
inspection schedule during the next several months.
Plumbing/Pool Programs
Currently, DIS is drafting rules
for SPS 381 to 387 Plumbing and Plumbing Products and SPS 390 Pools. See https://dsps.wi.gov/Pages/BoardsCouncils/Calendar.aspx
for dates of the Plumbing Code Advisory Council meetings.
The
following alternate product approval has been revised for shower heads: Product
File #20160173. The revision removed the word residential and replaced with
non-public. (This
approval permits a minimum of 1.5-inch diameter p-trap when installing a residential
non-public replacement shower in place of an existing bathtub).
The Public Swimming
Pool Alteration Document was revised on 4/19/2018. The document can be found
at: https://dsps.wi.gov/Documents/Programs/Pools/ExistingSwimmingPoolAlterations.pdf.
D4 through D9 were
revised along with the addition of P1 and P2.
POWTS
POWTS staff recently wrapped up a
set of comprehensive classes that were offered in numerous locations around the
state for prospective and experienced soil testers. The class offered a
combination of classroom and a field practicum.
The POWTS Technical Advisory
Committee met recently to discuss and review two proposed component manuals for
use by the industry. The manuals offer a standardized option that includes
prescriptive design, construction and management requirements for specific
POWTS components.
Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) Program
The Department has received over
1,700 new one− and 2−family electronic dwelling permits from municipalities
using the electronic building permit system created under the 2015 Wisconsin Act 211 as of the first week
of April 2018.
The Department wishes to inform you
of some added or enhanced features of the electronic building permit system.
- The
HVAC Contractor is no longer required if the owner is the applicant applying
for the building permit.
- A
print button has been added to the summary page.
- Clarification
and changes have been made to the ‘Save & Exit’ email notification.
- The
only time a Master Plumber is required is when a plumbing permit is applied for
as part of the permit application.
The Department is continuously
working on future additions or changes to the electronic building system. If
there are any requests for future additions or changes please send these to DSPSSBUDCTech@wisconsin.gov.
The Department has signed a
contract with eServices, LLC. They will handle all UDC permitting and
inspection services for all new one- and 2-family dwellings in Department
jurisdiction municipalities in the counties of Door, Kewaunee, Outagamie and Winnebago.
Recent Informational Topics
The Division has added informational summaries to its
website pages on the following topics.
Simply click on the link to access the information.
School
Security Locks FAQ
Accessory
Building Ordinances FAQ
Municipal
Soil Erosion Audits
Plumbing
Appliance Installation FAQ
Religious
Waivers: 1-2 Family Dwelling Units
Upcoming Division Events in June and
August:
Division
team members are planning another opportunity to engage with stakeholders,
including delegated municipalities and other industry partners. Online registration opportunities are linked
below.
June 19 Delegated
Agent Workshop 1
PM Agenda: Simulated Plan Review
August
16 UW
Summer Code Refresher Agenda: 2015 Energy Code and
Alliant Energy Center-Madison 2017 Electrical Code
Updates
Congratulations and Best Wishes!
John Pearse retired
from our department on May 18th.
We thank him for his numerous contributions and professionalism during his
18 years of service. Best wishes for an
enjoyable retirement!
Welcome!
Two individuals have recently joined the Division of
Industry Services:
Gary
Peck – Fire Safety Coordinator – District #4 – Southeast Wisconsin
Bo
Hachtel – Plumbing Plan Reviewer/Consultant – Madison Office
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