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?

    <p>To describe conditions in the plumbing system that help satisfy the objectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>In Section 2.8 of Division B</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Qualitative and not intended to be used on their own in the design and approval processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a building trap?

    <p>To prevent the circulation of air between a drainage system and a public sewer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of occupancy requires special care or treatment?

    <p>Care or detention occupancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Excessive use of water</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To provide a master list of objectives for all National Code Documents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a check valve?

    <p>To prevent return flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a circuit vent?

    <p>A vent pipe that serves multiple fixtures</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The building or facility for which compliance is being assessed</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Any individual in or adjacent to the building or facility</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>It has no pumps or reservoirs and is directly connected to the public water supply main</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The inclusion of a booster pump in the connection to the public water supply main</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Some objectives are not pertinent to the National Plumbing Code</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To establish minimum requirements for plumbing systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To represent the minimum level of performance that satisfies the NPC's objectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Division C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected behavior of most Code users?

    <p>To primarily follow the acceptable solutions presented in Division B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are linkages between Division B and Division A important?

    <p>To accommodate innovation in plumbing code</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To facilitate customization to suit jurisdictional needs</p> 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?

    <p>Most requirements in Division B are linked to at least one objective and functional statement</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>National Building Code of Canada 2020</p> 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?

    <p>2 in. through 72 in.</p> 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?

    <p>Rubber-Gasket Joints for Ductile-Iron Pressure Pipe and Fittings</p> 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?

    <p>Cement-Mortar Lining for Ductile-Iron Pipe and Fittings</p> 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?

    <p>Cement-Mortar Lining for Ductile-Iron Pipe and Fittings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title of the document that includes the code reference AWWA M14-2004?

    <p>Recommended Practice for Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control</p> Signup and view all the answers

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