NPC Objectives and Risk Management

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What does the phrase 'limit the probability' imply in the objectives of the NPC?

The NPC has no role in preventing undesirable situations
The NPC can only reduce the likelihood of undesirable situations (correct)
The NPC can entirely eliminate undesirable situations
The NPC is responsible for all undesirable situations

What is the 'acceptable risk' as defined in the NPC's objectives?

The risk of non-compliance with the Code
The risk of the NPC's failure to prevent undesirable situations
The risk of undesirable situations occurring
The risk remaining once compliance with the Code has been achieved (correct)

How are the objectives and functional statements related in the NPC's framework?

They are interconnected, with multiple functional statements serving one objective (correct)
They are mutually exclusive, with no overlap between objectives and functional statements
They are unrelated and separate
They are hierarchical, with objectives serving functional statements

What is the purpose of the functional statements in the NPC's framework?

To describe conditions in the plumbing system that help satisfy the objectives (D) Signup and view all the answers

Where are the functional statements attributed to the requirements of Division B listed?

In Section 2.8 of Division B (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the nature of the objectives and functional statements in the NPC's framework?

Qualitative and not intended to be used on their own in the design and approval processes (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a building trap?

To prevent the circulation of air between a drainage system and a public sewer (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of occupancy requires special care or treatment?

Care or detention occupancy (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern addressed in the Code regarding the use of resources?

Excessive use of water (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of listing the objectives in the Code?

To provide a master list of objectives for all National Code Documents (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a check valve?

To prevent return flow (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a circuit vent?

A vent pipe that serves multiple fixtures (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'the building or facility' refer to in the objectives?

The building or facility for which compliance is being assessed (B) Signup and view all the answers

Who is included in the definition of 'person' in Objective OS1?

Any individual in or adjacent to the building or facility (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of a Class 1 fire sprinkler/standpipe system?

It has no pumps or reservoirs and is directly connected to the public water supply main (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between a Class 1 and Class 2 fire sprinkler/standpipe system?

The inclusion of a booster pump in the connection to the public water supply main (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the gaps in the numbering sequence of the objectives?

Some objectives are not pertinent to the National Plumbing Code (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the National Plumbing Code of Canada 2020?

To establish minimum requirements for plumbing systems (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Acceptable Solutions in the National Plumbing Code of Canada?

To represent the minimum level of performance that satisfies the NPC's objectives (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which division of the NPC contains administrative provisions relating to the application of the Code?

Division C (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected behavior of most Code users?

To primarily follow the acceptable solutions presented in Division B (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why are linkages between Division B and Division A important?

To accommodate innovation in plumbing code (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of having all administrative provisions in one Division?

To facilitate customization to suit jurisdictional needs (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the requirements in Division B and the objectives and functional statements in Division A?

Most requirements in Division B are linked to at least one objective and functional statement (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the document that includes the code reference CCBFC NRCC-CONST-56435E?

National Building Code of Canada 2020 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of sizes mentioned in the AWWA ANSI/AWWA C228-08 Stainless-Steel Pipe Flanges for Water Service?

2 in. through 72 in. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the document that includes the code reference AWWA ANSI/AWWA C111/A21.11-12?

Rubber-Gasket Joints for Ductile-Iron Pressure Pipe and Fittings (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the document that includes the code reference AWWA ANSI/AWWA C110/A21.10-12?

Cement-Mortar Lining for Ductile-Iron Pipe and Fittings (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the document that includes the code reference AWWA ANSI/AWWA C104/A21.4-13?