This publication has been superseded by AG 1/2001.1
Written for system designers and installers. Presents an updated revision to BSRIA Application Guide, AG 8/91 'Pre-Commission Cleaning of Water Systems', which is intended to be both an information source and a statement of the minimum requirements for effective system cleaning. Sets out a comprehensive procedure for pre-commission cleaning, incorporating new recommendations and procedures to help combat the growing incidence of bacteria-related contamination(e.g. pseudomonas) in closed systems which have become more common during the 1990s. States the Guide is intended for recirculating heating and cooling systems and does not apply to hot and cold water supplies. Deals with the topic under the headings - Design considerations, Installation considerations, System dynamic flushing, Chemical cleaning procedure.
Revision History
First edition: AG 8/91 Pre-Commissioning Cleaning of Water Systems
Second edition: AG 1/2001 Pre-Commission Cleaning of Pipework Systems
Third edition: AG 1/2001.1 Pre-Commission Cleaning of Pipework Systems (published in 2004)
Fourth edition: BG 29/2011 Pre-Commission Cleaning of Pipework Systems
Fifth edition: BG 29/2012 Pre-Commission Cleaning of Pipework Systems
Sixth edition: BG 29/2020 Pre-Commission Cleaning of Pipework Systems
Amended sixth edition: BG 29/2021 Pre-Commission Cleaning of Pipework Systems