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The IPC Backflow and Cross Connection Seminar

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Jeremiah Caughron

An experienced construction industry professional, Jeremiah Caughron owns and operates the commercial builder and property service organization, Tayga Texas. To inform his professional activities, Jeremiah Caughron regularly attends the industry events of the International Code Council (ICC).

A nonprofit association comprised of more than 64,000 members in 377 global chapters, the ICC develops structural codes and standards and spearheads a range of certification and training initiatives through its regular in-person and online events.

One of the most recent events presented by the ICC was the virtual seminar, Backflow Prevention and Cross Connection Control Requirements which took place on September 9, 2019. The event introduced attendees to current IPC backflow requirements for safeguarding drinking water supply from potential contamination.

Briefly defined, backflow is the reversal of wastewater flow and other harmful substances into systems that distribute potable water. This involves one or more cross-connections: points of contact between drinking water supply and non-potable substances.

The International Plumbing Code (IPC) Backflow Prevention and Cross Connection Control Requirements Seminar covered the basics of hydraulics and other key elements of cross connection control through a range of lectures and visual aids. It stressed the backflow requirements of the IPC regulation sections 608 and 312.10.

Tips to Get the Best Nature Photography Shots

Midland, Texas resident, Jeremiah Caughron is the owner of Tayga Texas, LLC, a firm that deals with commercial construction and property services. After studying welding and agricultural sciences in high school, he later pursued real estate in Midland College. In the course of his career, Jeremiah Caughron obtained numerous real estate industrial certifications. When not working, he loves photographing nature scenes such as mountain creeks, trees and wildlife.

Landscape and nature photography is a favorite activity loved by both professional and amateur photographers. Natural landscapes are filled with beauty and at times, change appearances according to the season. To take good quality images that bring out the best of nature, the following are key tips to guide you.

1. Always study your photography subject as chances are high you will take better images of things you understand. For instance, knowing how your subject behaves helps you predict your shots.

2. Use photographic filters to help you capture the best possible images. Polarizing filters darken the sky and create a perfect contrast of the blues in the sky and the white color of the clouds. Neutral density filters ensure too much light doesn’t enter the camera.

3. Make use of natural light to improve the quality of your photos. Nature photos look brilliant in the morning and evening just before sunrise and sunset. Natural light illuminates subjects clearly and evenly eliminating harsh shadows.

4. Use wide-angle lenses as they can show a broader view and give a greater depth of field. They make both the foreground and background sharp as they allow more light.

5. Try to keep everything about the shoot natural. For the best results, strive to photograph your subjects in their natural habitats.

Improving the Indoor Air Quality of a Home

Jeremiah Caughron is an experienced sales professional for Aire Serv, a heating and air conditioning company. There, Mr. Caughron maintains new and existing accounts and provides customers with product and service recommendations. Jeremiah Caughron can handle a variety of customer concerns, including indoor air quality.

When indoor pollutants are present, a building’s occupants may experience short- and long-term effects. Short-term effects may include headaches, dizziness, fatigue, or irritation of the eyes, nose, or throat. Long-term effects may include respiratory diseases, heart disease, or even cancer.

Several biological elements, including animal dander, house dust, mites, cockroaches, pollen and mold can negatively impact a building’s indoor air quality. Many of these elements, which are small enough to be inhaled, can trigger allergic reactions, sickness, or asthma attacks. Children, people who are elderly, or people who have respiratory problems usually suffer the most.

To improve a home’s indoor air quality, here are a few steps you can take:

– Practice good housekeeping. Keep draperies, furniture, and carpets clean. Dust frequently, and keep surfaces clean.

– Maintain heating and air conditioning equipment. Systems should be inspected annually by qualified professionals.

– Make sure a home has appropriate ventilation and air distribution. A qualified HVAC professional can evaluate a home and suggest modifications such as air filtration systems.

– Control moisture levels in the home. Experts recommend maintaining a relative humidity of 30 to 50 percent to control the growth of biological substances.

– Engage a pest-control company. Pest-control experts can eliminate unwanted insects and rodents and their related pollutants.

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