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What was established in 1902 in the City of Manila?
What was established in 1902 in the City of Manila?
What was enacted in 1935 in Manila City?
What was enacted in 1935 in Manila City?
What was promulgated and approved in 1959?
What was promulgated and approved in 1959?
Who became the first Chief of the Division of Plumbing Construction and Inspection?
Who became the first Chief of the Division of Plumbing Construction and Inspection?
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What was passed in 1972?
What was passed in 1972?
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What was approved by President Ramon Magsaysay in 1955?
What was approved by President Ramon Magsaysay in 1955?
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In the absence of a sewer system, what is the recommended method for building sewage disposal?
In the absence of a sewer system, what is the recommended method for building sewage disposal?
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What is the primary concern of the Plumbing Law in relation to water supply?
What is the primary concern of the Plumbing Law in relation to water supply?
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What is the primary concern when installing plumbing fixtures?
What is the primary concern when installing plumbing fixtures?
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What is the minimum requirement for plumbing fixtures in a family dwelling unit?
What is the minimum requirement for plumbing fixtures in a family dwelling unit?
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What is the purpose of maintaining plumbing systems in serviceable condition?
What is the purpose of maintaining plumbing systems in serviceable condition?
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What is the primary concern when disposing of sewage or waste from plumbing systems?
What is the primary concern when disposing of sewage or waste from plumbing systems?
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What is the purpose of the provision regarding backflow or back-siphonage in the Plumbing Code?
What is the purpose of the provision regarding backflow or back-siphonage in the Plumbing Code?
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What is the role of a Registered Master Plumber in maintaining plumbing systems?
What is the role of a Registered Master Plumber in maintaining plumbing systems?
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What is the requirement for devices for heating and storing water in the Plumbing Code?
What is the requirement for devices for heating and storing water in the Plumbing Code?
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What is the requirement for plumbing fixtures in terms of material and design?
What is the requirement for plumbing fixtures in terms of material and design?
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What is the primary concern when installing plumbing systems in relation to structural members?
What is the primary concern when installing plumbing systems in relation to structural members?
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What is the requirement for buildings in relation to public sewer systems?
What is the requirement for buildings in relation to public sewer systems?
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Study Notes
Plumbing Code of the Philippines
- The Revised Plumbing Code of 1999 was adopted by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) and approved by President Joseph Estrada on December 21, 1999.
- The code is based on Section 4 of R.A. 1378, known as the Plumbing Law.
Basic Principles of the Plumbing Code
- All premises intended for human use or habitation must have a supply of pure and wholesome water.
- Plumbing fixtures, devices, and appurtenances must be supplied with water in sufficient volume and pressure.
- Plumbing systems should use the minimum quantity of water consistent with proper performance and cleaning.
- Devices for heating and storing water must be designed and installed to prevent dangers from explosion through overheating.
- Every building with a public sewer must connect its plumbing fixtures to the sewer system.
- Each family dwelling unit must have at least one water closet, one kitchen type sink, a lavatory, and a bathtub or shower.
- Plumbing fixtures must be made of smooth, non-absorbent material and located in ventilated enclosures.
History of Plumbing Practices in the Philippines
- The Plumbing Trade was recognized by the government in the City of Manila in 1902.
- Master Plumber John F. Haas became the first Chief of the Division of Plumbing Construction and Inspection in 1902.
- A Plumbing Code based on the US Plumbing Code was incorporated into the Building Code for the City of Manila in 1902.
- The National Master Plumbers Association of the Philippines (NAMPAP) was formally organized in 1935.
- The "Plumbing Code for the City of Manila" was enacted in 1935 and placed under the Department of Public Services, Manila.
- The "Plumbing Law of the Philippines" (R.A. 1378) was approved in 1955.
- The National Plumbing Code of the Philippines was promulgated and approved in 1959.
- The "Building Code of the Philippines" (R.A. 6541) was passed in 1972, with the "National Plumbing Code of 1959" as referral code.
Additional Requirements
- If there is no sewer system, suitable provision must be made for the disposal of building sewage by some accepted method.
- Suitable provision must be made to prevent backflow of sewage in areas where it may occur.
- Plumbing systems must be maintained in serviceable condition by Registered Master Plumbers.
- All plumbing fixtures must be installed properly spaced and accessible for their intended use.
- Plumbing systems must be installed with due regard to the preservation of structural members and the prevention of damage to walls and surfaces.
- Sewage or waste from plumbing systems must not be discharged into the ground or waterways unless first treated to be innocuous.
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This quiz covers the history of plumbing practices in the Philippines, including the recognition of the plumbing trade in 1902 in Manila.
