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According to the National Plumbing Code, what is the maximum water temperature permissible at a lavatory faucet in a public washroom?
In public washrooms, the maximum hot water temperature at a lavatory faucet for handwashing is typically restricted to 43°C (110°F) to prevent scalding, as per
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Question: According to the National Plumbing Code, what is the maximum water temperature permissible at a lavatory faucet in a public washroom?
Answer options: ✅ 43°C (110°F)
- 49°C (120°F)
- 60°C (140°F)
- 76°C (169°F)
Correct answer: 43°C (110°F)
Explanation: In public washrooms, the maximum hot water temperature at a lavatory faucet for handwashing is typically restricted to 43°C (110°F) to prevent scalding, as per plumbing codes and safety regulations.
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