The Ontario Building Code | Capability of Support

7.3.4.1. Capability of support

(1) Piping shall be provided with support that is capable of keeping the pipe in alignment and bearing the weight of the pipe and its contents.

(2) Every floor or wall mounted water closet bowl shall be securely attached to the floor or wall by means of a flange and shall be stable.

(3) Every wall mounted fixture shall be supported so that no strain is transmitted to the piping.