BS 1710:2014

What is BS 1710 - Pipelines specification about?

This updated version of BS 1710 on pipelines specifies the colours and other information that should be used to identify pipes, ducts, and electrical conduits.

Who is BS 1710 - Pipelines specification for? 

BS 1710 on pipelines can be adopted by:

• Building designers, operators, and users 
• Service installers
• Waste, water, liquid fuels, gases, and refrigeration industries 

Why should you use BS 1710 - Pipelines specification? 

BS 1710 on pipelines outlines the requirements for colours for identifying pipes conveying fluids in above-ground and below-ground installations. This includes ducts for ventilation and conduits used for carrying electrical services. Improved regulations from the water supply industry now require explicit content relating to different pipes, to avoid any form of contaminated drinking water. 

BS 1710 supports the legal requirement for those who install and use plumbing systems to prevent cross-contamination.

What’s changed since the last update?

BS 1710:2014 on pipelines is a revised standard. The new version:

• Refines the labelling system to aid identification
• Simplifies identification in building and water systems
• Introduces a new three-size methodology to accommodate the full range of fluid services
• Removes ship systems, which are now covered in BS ISO 14726