Plumbing Principles 8-10 Quiz

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When can a plumbing system be connected to water and energy fuel supplies?

Before it is authorized by the Administrative Authority
Immediately after installation is complete
After final inspection is completed (correct)
After replacing existing equipment

What type of personnel must a Plumbing Inspector be according to the text?

Registered and Licensed Master Plumber (correct)
General Contractor
Certified Electrician
HVAC Technician

When can re-inspection fees be charged according to the text?

For the first rejection of a job (correct)
When approved plans are readily available
For the first inspection of a job
When the job is ready for inspection

What is required to obtain re-inspection of plumbing work?

Filing an application and payment of re-inspection fee (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why are re-inspection fees charged according to the text?

To discourage calling inspections prematurely (B) Signup and view all the answers

What must be done before connecting a plumbing system to water and energy fuel supplies?

Complete an additional and final inspection (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which principle emphasizes the importance of safeguarding against fouling, deposit of solids, and clogging in a drainage system?

Principle No. 8 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What material should all piping of plumbing systems be made of?

NAMPAP – APPROVED materials (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key requirement for each fixture directly connected to the drainage system?

Water – sealed trap (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is adequate circulation of free air important in a drainage piping system?

To prevent siphonage, aspiration, or forcing of trap seals (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of vent terminals in a plumbing system?

Prevent clogging and the return of foul air to the building (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of test should plumbing systems undergo to effectively disclose leaks and defects?

Water or air test (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for the maintenance of plumbing systems according to the text?

The owner or his designated agent (B) Signup and view all the answers

When can portions of a plumbing system be concealed according to the text?

After inspection and approval (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text say about plumbing systems during changes in building occupancy?

They should comply with all requirements applicable to the new use or occupancy (C) Signup and view all the answers

If a building is moved into another jurisdiction, what must be done to the plumbing system?

It must comply with provisions for new installation (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is required for devices or safeguards according to the text?

They must comply with the current Code edition at the time of installation (C) Signup and view all the answers

When can an Administrative Authority cause a re-inspection of a plumbing system?

When non-compliance is suspected (D) Signup and view all the answers