23 Questions
What is the objective of plumbing?
To supply water to different parts of the building and to remove and discharge human wastes and other substances out of the building.
What is the origin of the word 'Plumber'?
The word 'Plumber' was derived from the ancient Roman word Plumbarius, which comes from the Latin term word Plumbum, meaning lead.
Why was lead preferred as a plumbing material by the Romans?
Lead was preferred for its twin properties of malleability and resistance to acid.
Where does the plumbing practice in the Philippines trace back to?
The plumbing practice in the Philippines traces back to the 17th century in the walled city of Intramuros established by the Spaniards.
What were the tasks of Filipino plumbers during the 18th and 19th centuries?
Filipino plumbers maintained, repaired, and remodeled plumbing systems in towns, churches, and government buildings.
What are the conditions for an effective water supply in a building?
To provide a sufficient amount of water supply to each fixture and to prevent backflow of used water into the water supply system.
Who was the first Chief of the Division of Plumbing Construction and Inspection in Manila?
John F. Hass
When was the National Plumbing Code of the Philippines promulgated?
1959
What organization was organized in 1935 and played a role in the regulation of master plumbing in the Philippines?
National Master Plumbers Association of the Philippines (NAMPAP)
In what year was the Plumbing Law of the Philippines (Republic Act No. 1378) signed?
1955
When was the Revised National Plumbing Code updated and approved?
1999
What significant event happened before Martial Law in 1972 related to the National Plumbing Code?
The Building Code of the Philippines was passed, referring to the National Plumbing Code of 1959.
What is a synonym for faucet seal?
Gasket
What is the vertical distance between the dip and crown wire of a trap called?
Seal
What is meant by 'Roughing' in plumbing installation?
Installation of pipes in partitions and under floors
What is a 'Sleeve' in plumbing construction used for?
To accommodate future plumbing pipes
Define 'Plumbing Fixtures'.
Installed receptacles, devices, or appliances supplied with water
What is the purpose of a cleanout in a plumbing system?
To allow for cleaning or examining the interior of the pipe
Define the term 'Siphonage' in the context of plumbing.
A suction caused by the flow of liquids in pipes
What is the function of a relief vent in a plumbing system?
To provide circulation of air between drainage and vent system
Explain the difference between a 'Stack' and a 'Stack Vent' in plumbing terminology.
A 'Stack' is a vertical line of soil, waste, or vent piping, while a 'Stack Vent' is an extension of a soil or waste stack above the highest horizontal drain connected to the stack.
What is the main function of a 'Trap' in a plumbing system?
To prevent the passage of air, gas, and some vermin through a pipe without affecting the flow of sewage or wastewater
Differentiate between a 'House Drain' and a 'House Sewer' in a plumbing system.
A 'House Drain' receives the discharge from inside a building and conveys it to the house sewer, while a 'House Sewer' extends from a building to the junction with another sewer.
Explore the art and technique of installing pipes, fixtures, and apparatus for conveying water in buildings and disposing of waste water. Learn about the importance of maintaining a safe, orderly, healthy, and sanitary environment in plumbing design.
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