PLUMBING CODE

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What is the term for a vertical vent that is a continuation of the drain to which it is connected, with its diameter unaffected by surrounding walls?

  • Circuit vent
  • Loop vent
  • Yoke vent
  • Continuous vent (correct)

What is the minimum air gap required for openings that are not greater than 25mm in diameter when affected by walls?

  • Two (2) times the diameter of the effective opening
  • Four (4) times the diameter of the effective opening
  • Five (5) times the diameter of the effective opening
  • Three (3) times the diameter of the effective opening (correct)

What is the configuration consisting of two independently acting check valves, four test cocks with connectors, and two isolation gate valves called?

  • Pressure vacuum breaker backflow prevention assembly
  • Double check valve backflow prevention assembly (correct)
  • Reduced pressure principle
  • Atmospheric vacuum breaker

What is the minimum air gap required for sinks with effective openings no greater than 19mm in diameter, where the opening IS NOT affected by side walls?

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At what intervals should bell and spigot, and hubless pipes be supported?

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According to plumbing codes, how should a refrigerator used for food storage that requires drainage be drained?

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What is the minimum air gap required for sinks, laundry trays, and other fixtures with effective openings no greater than 19mm in diameter AND affected by side walls?

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What is the standard water demand for a shower head, measured in gallons per minute (gpm)?

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What is the minimum air gap for over rim bath fillers and other fixtures with effective openings not greater than 25mm in diameter where the opening is NOT affected by side walls?

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What is the smallest permissible size for a building's water supply pipe, as mandated by plumbing code?

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What is the minimum air gap should be provided for openings not greater than 25mm in diameter where the opening is NOT affected by side walls?

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What is the minimum acceptable vertical length for a branch interval in a soil or waste stack?

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Identify the plumbing component designated as a vertical pipe designed to carry the main waste.

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Under what condition is a cleanout NOT required at the point of connection to the building drain when a building sewer branch does not exceed 3m in length?

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How should cleanouts installed under concrete or asphalt paving be made accessible according to code standards?

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When is a cleanout NOT typically required on a horizontal drain line that is less than 1.5 meters?

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What portion of the original fee is required for the renewal of a plumbing permit?

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If a family dwelling unit abuts a sewer, what is the minimum required plumbing fixture configuration?

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What is the highest acceptable minimum slope/grade required when installing horizontal drainage pipe lines?

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What device is installed at the lower end of a pump to maintain its prime?

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What kind of vent is used for a drain that services two or three fixtures connected to a single trap?

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A sewer line directly managed by a governmental entity is best described as:

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What protective measure is required for piping passing through walls to prevent damage?

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Which plumbing fixture is prohibited from being installed in a room lacking proper lighting and ventilation?

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In a water system that includes a water heater, what device is essential for safety and operational efficiency?

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When transitioning from plastic pipe to other pipe materials, which connection method ensures a reliable and compliant joint?

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Which characteristic is most critical for a roofing joint to prevent water damage and maintain structural integrity?

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Which attribute is NOT a defining characteristic of a quality plumbing fixture, focusing on hygiene and safety?

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What type of regulation is specifically adapted by an administrative agency to govern the materials and design specifications within plumbing systems?

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Which component represents the lowest point in a building's drainage system, collecting discharge from waste, soil, and other drainage pipes?

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Following the issuance of a plumbing permit, within what timeframe must the plumbing installation commence to comply with regulations?

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What term describes a plumbing practice or condition that violates sanitary principles, potentially posing a risk to health?

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A fitting with a branch designed to connect to a threaded pipe is known as what?

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Besides Philippine standards, which of the following standards should cast iron pipes, welded steel pipes, vitrified clay, concrete, and asbestos pipes adhere to, according to existing plumbing codes?

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The National Plumbing Code of the Philippines approval occurred in which of the following dates?

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Which month is designated as Fire Prevention Month?

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To ensure proper drainage, strainers must have a waterway area equivalent to the "tailpiece." For which fixture is this specifically referring?

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According to the National Plumbing Code of the Philippines, what is the equivalent water supply fixture unit (WSFU) value for a stall urinal?

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As per the National Plumbing Code of the Philippines, what is the equivalent water supply fixture units (WSFU) for a public use water closet (W.C.) with a flush tank?

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Which fixture is strategically located near staircases in buildings to provide firefighters with a reliable water source during emergencies?

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What specific property MUST a roof joint possess to ensure structural integrity and prevent water damage?

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What is the absolute minimum pressure that must be consistently maintained when using flush-tank-supplied fixtures?

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Considering potential contamination, what is the MINIMUM acceptable distance between a septic tank and any source of potable water supply wells?

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What type of pipe carries water from the water meter to the various fixtures within a building?

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According to the National Plumbing Code of the Philippines, what is the water supply fixture unit (WSFU) value assigned to each shower head in a public facility?

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According to the National Plumbing Code of the Philippines, how many water supply fixture units (WSFU) should be assigned to a public bidet?

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According to the National Plumbing Code of the Philippines, what is the assigned water supply fixture unit (WSFU) value for a public water closet with a flush tank?

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Flashcards

Branch Interval

Vertical section of soil or waste stack, roughly one story in height.

Cleanout

Provides access for cleaning drain lines.

Minimum air gap

57mm

Minimum air gap (affected side walls)

25mm

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Bath fillers air gap

25mm

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Minimum air gap

38mm

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Branch interval length

The branch interval is a length of soil or waste stack corresponding in general to a story height, but in no case less than 2.43m

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Continuous Vent

A vertical vent that's an extension of the drain to which it connects.

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Minimum Air Gap (with Walls)

Minimum air gap: two times the diameter of the supply opening when affected by walls.

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Double Check Valve Backflow Prevention Assembly

A device with two check valves, test cocks, and isolation gate valves to prevent backflow.

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Pipe Support Spacing

Pipes need support every 1.2 meters when centered with a rigid vertical backup.

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Refrigerator Drain Type

A drain from a refrigerator storing food must connect via an indirect waste pipe.

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Shower Head Water Demand

The water demand for a shower head is 7 gpm.

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Minimum Water Supply Pipe Size

Minimum building supply pipe size for water is typically ½ inch.

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Main Stack

A vertical pipe that conveys main waste.

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Pressure Relief Valve

A valve that releases pressure if it exceeds safe limits in a water heater system.

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Transitioning Plastic Pipe

Use fittings and adapters designed for joining different pipe materials.

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Building Drain

The lowest piping system that receives discharges from soil, waste, and other drainage pipes.

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Plumbing Code

Regulations by an administrative agency that govern materials and design specifications in plumbing.

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Roofing Joint Characteristic

Must be watertight

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Insanitary

A term that is contrary to sanitary principles or injurious to health.

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Code of Ethics

A set of principles written to govern the expectations we have of each other.

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Quality Fixture

Smooth, impervious, and free from unnecessary concealed fouling surfaces.

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Plumbing Permit Renewal Fee

One half of the original fee.

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Minimum Slope for Horizontal Drainage

Minimum slope/grade required on horizontal drainage pipe lines is 2%.

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Foot Valve Function

A foot valve is located at the lower end of the pump and prevents loss of priming.

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Common Vent

A common vent is a drain from two or three fixtures connected to a single trap.

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Minimum Fixtures per Dwelling

Each family dwelling should have at least 1 water closet and 1 kitchen type sink.

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Pipe Protection Through Walls

Piping under/through walls requires protection with sleeves.

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Piping Protection

All pipings passing under or through walls shall be protected from breakage with embedded metal sleeves.

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Tapped Tee

A tee fitting with a branch designed to connect to a threaded pipe or fitting.

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Acceptable Pipe Standards

These materials should meet standards, but not necessarily Philippine standards.

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National Plumbing Code Approval

Approved on January 28, 1959

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Fire Prevention Month

March is Fire Prevention Month.

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Drain Waterway Area

Must equal the 'tailpiece' area.

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Drain Strainers

Strainers serving lavatories.

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Urinal WSFU Value

Urinals have 4 WSFUs.

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Public WC Flush Tank WSFU

Public WC flush tanks have 5 WSFUs.

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Standpipe

A water supply connection specifically for firemen during fires.

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Roof joint requirement

Ensuring no gas or water escapes from the joint of a roof.

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Minimum pressure for flush tanks

8 psi

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Septic tank distance from well

5m

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Distribution Pipe

Pipe that carries potable water from the water meter to the fixtures.

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WSFU of shower (public)

6

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WSFU of bidet (public)

3

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WSFU of Flush Tank

5

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Study Notes

Plumbing Basics and Definitions

  • A stack is defined in the code as any vertical soil, waste, or vent.
  • A fixture unit equates to approximately 1/4 cubic foot of water.
  • An airgap in drainage is the vertical distance from a water outlet to the indirect waste receptor flood rim.

Drainage and Venting

  • An air gap is required to prevent backflow into the potable water supply.
  • A detritus controlled pipe outlet discharges liquid or solid waste.
  • A revent connects upward from a waste stack to an adjacent vent stack.
  • A yoke vent has a similar function to a circuit vent.
  • A loop vent, yoke vent, circuit vent and continuous vent are all types of vents

Pipe Materials and Fittings

  • For caulked joints, molten pig lead should have a minimum depth of 1 inch.
  • CCIP stands for Centrifugally Cast Iron Pipe.
  • Bushings reduce the size of an opening in a pipe fitting.
  • Transitions when connecting plastic to other pipe types are made using fittings and adapters.
  • Bell and spigot and hubless pipes should be supported every 1.2 meters.

Clearance and Accessibility

  • A 15.2m horizontal distance is required from a sewer to a public water main.
  • Cleanouts are required on horizontal drain lines, and cleanouts for an interceptor shall be located outside.
  • The branch interval corresponds to a story height, but not less than 2.5m.

Pressure Testing

  • Low-pressure gas piping systems should undergo a pressure test of 10 psi for 10 minutes.

Air Gaps

  • Air gap sizes for fixtures:
    • Lavatories (≤13mm opening, no side walls): 13mm.
    • Lavatories (≤13mm opening, with side walls): 25mm.
    • Sinks/laundry trays (≤19mm opening, no side walls): 25mm.
    • Sinks/laundry trays (≤19mm opening, with side walls): 51mm.
    • Over rim bath fillers (≤25mm opening, no side walls): 51mm.
    • Over rim fillers (≤25mm opening, with side walls): 76mm.
  • Air gaps for openings ≤25mm, affected by walls, is three times the opening diameter.

Valves and Water Supply

  • A water system with a heater requires a pressure relief valve or heat water return line.
  • Toilet tanks commonly use an automatic fill device, which includes a ballcock.
  • The minimum building supply size allowed is 3/4 inch.

Drainage and Discharge

  • A refrigerator used to store food requires drainage via an indirect waste pipe.
  • The water demand for a shower head is 7 gpm.
  • Minimum pressure of 553 KPa.

Code and Regulations in plumbing

  • Adapted regulations are governed by an agency with jurisdiction over materials and design as per plumbing code.
  • Plumbing installation must begin within 120 days of permit.
  • Sizes of drainage pipes are determined by total fixture units.
  • Copper tubing joints can be soldered or utilize metallic fittings.
  • Request for plumbing inspection must be made at least 24 hours in advance.

Sanitation and Health

  • An insanitary condition is contrary to sanitary principles and injurious to health.
  • Vertical stacks can accommodate four water closets.

Tanks and Receptacles

  • Watertight receptacles for sewage are cesspools or septic tanks.

Drainage Systems

  • Drains should have an equivalent waterway area.
  • Sand interceptors safeguard drainage systems.
  • Storm drains may be located under the basement floor.

Fixtures

  • An authorized clinical toilet requires health officer approval.
  • A combination is two or more lines into one stream
  • Fixtures should be free from unnecessary fouling surfaces.
  • All porcelain surfaces on fixtures should be acid and scratch resistant.
  • ANSI Standard is among the other acceptable codes.
  • A standpipe will be accessible near the stairs of a building.
  • Waste not connected to sanitary, cup sink and more.

Prohibited

  • Catch basins, bibs or water closets may not be unsanitary.
  • Waste and water lines cannot be in contact.
  • Fixtures with Tanks are maintained for 72 hours
  • All piping will be protected if a rupture.

Piping

  • A pressure of 553 KPA is considered excessive

Ventilation

  • Ventilation must be atleast 1" above the extreme flow of the fixture.

Materials

  • Cleanouts are required on horizontal drain lines.

Water Closet

  • Should be ventilated and sanitary.

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