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Scope and Purpose 

This Standard covers pipe alignment and secondary support systems used in residential and commercial construction and specifies requirements for materials, physical characteristics, performance tests, and markings. 

The purpose of this Standard is to enhance health and safety by:

(a) specifying acceptable criteria for pipe alignment and secondary support systems; and

(b) serving as a guide for producers, distributors, architects, engineers, contractors, installers, inspectors, and users.

The requirements of this Standard are not intended to prevent the use of alternate materials or methods of construction provided such alternates meet the intent of this Standard. 

Amendments to this Standard will be made after processing according to the standards writing procedures of IAPMO. 

The user's attention is called to the possibility that compliance with this Standard may require use of an invention covered by patent rights. By publication of this Standard, no position is taken with respect to the validity of any such claim(s) or of any patent rights in connection therewith. If a patent holder has filed a statement of willingness to grant a license under these rights on reasonable and nondiscriminatory terms and conditions to applicants desiring to obtain such a license, then details can be obtained from IAPMO.