Verossi WRAS Approval
WRAS (Water Regulations Advisory Scheme) approval is a certification mark given to products and materials that meet the requirements of the United Kingdom's Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations and Scottish Water Byelaws. All Verossi Taps conform to this approval, and documentation can be provided by emailing hello@verossi.co.uk
What is WRAS?
The Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations and Scottish Water Byelaws are legal requirements in the UK that ensure the safety, quality, and efficiency of water supply systems. These regulations cover a wide range of products and materials, such as pipes, fittings, valves, and appliances, that come into contact with public water supplies.
A WRAS-approved product or material has undergone rigorous testing and evaluation by independent experts to ensure it complies with the regulations. This includes testing for factors such as mechanical strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion, as well as water quality and safety standards.
In summary, a WRAS approval is an important certification mark for products and materials used in the water supply industry in the UK, indicating that they meet the necessary standards for safety and quality.
Why WRAS is important
WRAS (Water Regulations Advisory Scheme) approval is important for a few reasons; ensuring water safety, compliance with regulations, quality assurance, consumer confidence.
- Ensuring water safety: The primary goal of the WRAS approval is to ensure that products and materials used in the water supply industry meet the necessary safety and quality standards. This helps to protect public health by minimizing the risk of contamination or other safety hazards.
- Compliance with regulations: The Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations and Scottish Water Byelaws are legal requirements in the UK. Using WRAS-approved products and materials helps to ensure compliance with these regulations and avoid any potential legal issues.
- Quality assurance: The WRAS approval process involves rigorous testing and evaluation of products and materials, including their mechanical strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion. This helps to ensure that the products and materials are of high quality and will perform as expected over their lifespan.
- Consumer confidence: The WRAS approval mark is recognized as a symbol of quality and safety by consumers, installers, and specifiers in the water supply industry. Using WRAS-approved products and materials can help to build consumer confidence in the safety and quality of water supply systems.
In summary, the WRAS approval is important for ensuring water safety, compliance with regulations, quality assurance, and consumer confidence in the water supply industry in the UK.
Is WRAS required for New Build Houses?
In the United Kingdom, the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations and Byelaws in England and Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland require that all plumbing systems and fittings, including those in new build houses, comply with the Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS) standards.
WRAS is a certification scheme that ensures water fittings and components comply with strict regulations, which aim to protect public health and ensure the safety of drinking water. The scheme is designed to prevent contamination of water by ensuring that fittings and components are fit for purpose and do not cause backflow, back-siphonage, or any other potential hazards.
Therefore, if you are building a new house in the UK, you should ensure that all your plumbing systems and fittings comply with WRAS standards to meet the regulations and byelaws. This includes pipes, valves, taps, showers, baths, cisterns, and any other water fittings used in the property. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in legal action and fines.