BS EN 1074-1:2000

This standard BS EN 1074-1:2000 Valves for water supply. Fitness for purpose requirements and appropriate verification tests is classified in these ICS categories:

• 91.140.60 Water supply systems
• 23.060.01 Valves in general

This European Standard defines the minimum fitness for purpose requirements for valves to be used in, or connected to, water supply pipe systems, above or below ground (see EN 805), carrying water intended for human consumption.

This standard specifies the general design requirements, the performance requirements and the conformity assessment method for valves, whatever their type and materials.

This standard deals with the requirements that are common to several types of valves; it is applicable only when quoted as reference in one of the other parts of this standard.