Specifications Background Materials

Draft Version 1.1 of the WaterSense Labeled Certification Programs Specifications

On September 19, 2013, WaterSense released a draft labeling system, draft (revised) specifications, and supporting documentation that outlined potential changes to the specifications for programs that certify irrigation professionals. More information on this process, including public comments and EPA's response to comments, can be found in the WaterSense Professional Certification System Archives.

Version 1.0 of the WaterSense Labeled Certification Programs Specifications

• Specification for WaterSense Labeling of Certification Programs for Irrigation System Installation and Maintenance Professionals (PDF) (6 pp, 104 K, About PDF)
• Specification for WaterSense Labeling of Certification Programs for Irrigation System Designers (PDF) (6 pp, 52 K, About PDF)
• Specification for WaterSense Labeling of Certification Programs for Irrigation System Auditors (PDF) (6 pp, 83 K, About PDF)

EPA's Response to the Public Comments

EPA provided a response to public comments received on the draft specifications:

• Response to Issues Raised During Public Comment on April 2006 Draft Specifications for WaterSense Labeling of Certification Programs for Irrigation Professionals (PDF) (11 pp, 64 K, About PDF)

Public Comments on Draft Certification Programs for Irrigation Professionals Specifications

Interested parties had the opportunity to submit their comments during the specification development process:

• Comments: WaterSense Recognition of Certification Programs for Irrigation Professionals (PDF) (27 pp, 116 K, About PDF)

Draft Certification Programs for Irrigation Professionals Specifications

EPA issued draft specifications in early April 2006:

• Certification Programs for Irrigation Professionals Announcement Cover Letter (PDF) (3 pp, 403 K, About PDF)
• Draft Specifications
  • Draft Auditor Certification (PDF) (4 pp, 39K, About PDF)
  • Draft Designer Certification (PDF) (4 pp, 40 K, About PDF)
  • Draft Installer Certification (PDF) (4 pp, 40 K, About PDF)