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Thermostatic Mixing Valves and the Domestic Market: The Facts - ISSUE 2'.

'Thermostatic Mixing Valves and the Domestic Market: The Facts - ISSUE 1'.

Scotland Leads Way with Law to Cut Scalding Accidents. The Herald, 2nd May 2006

Scotland has become the first country in the UK to pass a law protecting children from scalding bathwater. All new and refurbished properties will be required to have a regulator fitted to the hot water system, ensuring that the temperature of water in a bath or similar appliance does not exceed 48°C.

The Scottish Executive said it hoped the measure, to be enforced by the Scottish Building Standards Agency, will help cut scalding injuries. An estimated 50,000 such accidents happen in UK homes each year, nearly half of which afflict those aged 14 and under.

Johann Lamont, deputy communities minister, said: "Scalding happens every day, with very young and older people being particularly at risk. It can happen in a matter of seconds.

"While there are simple precautions that everyone can take, there is a practical solution which can help prevent this – fitting a thermostatic valve. We have listened to people's concerns, including children who have been injured, and have also consulted with plumbing, gas, manufacturing and safety organisations.
"All new and refurbished bathrooms should have these valves fitted."