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International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials
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IAPMO
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Code set from IAPMO explaining plumbing standards. 2012 Publication.
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Less Brennan,
et al.
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Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,
LBNL
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The exhaust from residential combustion appliances contains air pollutants and high levels of moisture that must be conveyed to the outdoors to maintain acceptable indoor quality.
Reducing the Risks of Nonstructural Earthquake Damage – A Practical Guide, Fourth Edition, FEMA E-74
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Federal Emergency Management Agency
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FEMA
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Field manual describing measures to reduce potential hazards and damages caused by and to nonstructural components of a building such as HVAC, appliances, lighting, windows, and furniture during an earthquake.
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Earle Lieko,
Sparn Bethany
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National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL
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Report summarizing the results of laboratory testing of 20 advanced power strip products.
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Home Innovation Research Labs
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HIRL
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A quick-reference guide advising homeowners on how to anchor home appliances and protect from seismic damages.
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Home Innovation Research Labs
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HIRL
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A quick-reference guide advising homeowners on how to elevate and protect outdoor HVAC equipment from high winds and floods.
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Home Innovation Research Labs
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HIRL
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A retrofit sheet providing information on elevating and securing water heaters to protect against damage during a flood.
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Home Innovation Research Labs
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HIRL
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A guide on how to anchor fuel tanks to avoid damage from flooding and seismic events to the home by using straps and solid concrete slabs.
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Home Innovation Research Labs
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HIRL
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A brochure educating homeowners on how to install self-locking devices on cabinets, drawers and doors, including child-proof latches and drawer locks.
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Simpson Strong Tie
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Simpson Strong Tie,
International Existing Building Code,
IEBC
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Report promoting public safety and welfare by reducing the risk of earthquake-induced damage to existing homes.
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Applied Technology Council,
Federal Emergency Management Agency
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ATC,
FEMA
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Report providing retrofit measures intended to significantly reduce damage and increase occupant safety for existing buildings.
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U.S. Department of Energy
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DOE
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Website describing how solar water heaters -- also called solar domestic hot water systems -- can be a cost-effective way to generate hot water for your home.