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What is the role of a Master Plumber?

  • Installs and maintains vertical openings
  • Responsible for managing sanitation systems
  • Focuses on industrial hygiene engineering
  • Legally licensed to practice plumbing without limitations (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a Sanitary Engineer?

  • Installing heating piping systems (correct)
  • Conducting public health surveys
  • Managing sewage treatment plants
  • Designing water purification plants

What does Roughing In refer to in plumbing?

  • The final installation of plumbing fixtures
  • Design and management of water collection systems
  • Maintenance of high-pressure transport systems
  • Plumbing work conducted before finishing fixtures (correct)

Which organization is abbreviated as NAMPAP?

<p>National Master Plumbers Association of the Philippines (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a Pipe Fitter?

<p>To install, repair, and maintain piping systems (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to a vertical shaft for pipe stacks?

<p>Chase (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the responsibilities of a Sanitary Engineer?

<p>Management of sewage disposal tanks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Shaft' refer to in plumbing terminology?

<p>A vertical opening for various structures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is included in a plumbing unit?

<p>One water meter (A), One laundry sink (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of plumbing appurtenances?

<p>To serve as adjuncts to the basic piping system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines a 'full bath' in plumbing terminology?

<p>A water closet, lavatory, shower, and bathtub (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to a fixture that retains water for discharge into the plumbing system?

<p>Water closet (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of plumbing fixtures?

<p>They can be manufactured or prefabricated (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a half bath?

<p>A bathtub (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is a 'fixture unit' defined within plumbing systems?

<p>An arbitrary quantity expressing load effects on the system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which plumbing appliance is specifically designed for washing the genitals?

<p>Bidet (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a sanitary drainage system responsible for?

<p>Delivering wastewater to a sewer or another outlet (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a house sewer?

<p>It extends from the house drain to the street sewer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines a private sewage disposal system?

<p>A septic tank designed to retain solids and discharge liquids into the soil (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a septic tank?

<p>To retain solids and digest organic matter (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a private sewer from a main sewer?

<p>A private sewer is not directly controlled by public authority (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a vent piping system?

<p>To provide flow of air to a drainage system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which description best defines a leaching cesspool?

<p>A cesspool that permits liquid to seep through (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a privy vault from a typical cesspool?

<p>It is specifically for the collection of excrement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component is part of a storm drainage system?

<p>Gutter (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a combination waste and vent system?

<p>To facilitate horizontal wet venting of multiple drains (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a flushometer tank?

<p>To discharge a predetermined quantity of water for flushing purposes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes an air gap in water distribution?

<p>It is the distance through the atmosphere from the lowest pipe opening to the flood-level rim. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by the term 'critical level' in plumbing?

<p>The minimum elevation above the flood level rim established by testing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between surface water and ground water?

<p>Surface water collects on the ground surface while ground water is found beneath the surface. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes 'contamination'?

<p>It is the impairment of water quality creating a health hazard, often due to sewage or industrial waste. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'flood level rim' refer to?

<p>The top edge of a receptacle where water begins to overflow (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which plumbing fixture is designed for hand washing and face cleaning?

<p>Lavatory (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes an indirect waste pipe?

<p>It does not connect directly with the building drainage. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Plumbing Terminology

  • Plumbing: Installation of pipes and fixtures for water supply, waste removal, and health safety.
  • Master Plumber: A legally licensed professional qualified to practice plumbing without limitations.
  • Sanitary Engineer: Involved in water purification, drainage systems, public health projects, and pollution prevention.
  • Pipe Fitter: Specializes in installing, repairing, and maintaining various piping systems including those for heating, cooling, and gas.
  • NAMPAP: National Master Plumbers Association of the Philippines.
  • PSMPE: Philippines Society of Master Plumbers and Plumbing Engineers.

Structural Terms

  • Shaft: Vertical openings for structures such as elevators or ventilation.
  • Chase: Vertical shaft specifically for pipe stacks.
  • Roughing In: Plumbing work completed prior to fixture installation.

Plumbing Systems

  • Plumbing System: Comprises of water supply pipes, waste pipes, fixtures, traps, and drainage systems within buildings.
  • Plumbing Unit: Minimum quantity of fixtures discharging waste, includes water meter, water closet, and various sinks and drains.

Plumbing Fixtures and Accessories

  • Plumbing Fixtures: Receptacles that collect or retain water for discharge into the plumbing system.
  • Plumbing Appliances: Devices or equipment designed for specific plumbing functions.
  • Plumbing Appurtenances: Prefabricated parts that supplement the basic plumbing system.

Bathroom Layouts

  • Bathroom: Contains shower stall or bathtub.
  • Full Bath: Includes water closet, lavatory, shower, and bathtub.
  • Three Quarter Bath: Water closet, lavatory, and shower.
  • Half Bath / Powder Room: Contains water closet and lavatory.

Water and Waste Management

  • Water Closet: Device for receiving and discharging waste into drainage systems.
  • Septic Tank: Watertight receptacle for processing waste before soil discharge.
  • Cesspool: Non-waterproof pit for holding sewage, allowing seepage.
  • Indirect Waste Pipe: Waste pipe not directly connected to the building drainage.

Pollution and Contamination

  • Contamination: Quality impairment of potable water posing public health hazards.
  • Pollution: Reduction in water quality affecting health and aesthetics.

Drainage Systems

  • Sanitary Drainage System: Carries wastewater from fixtures to sewers or outlets, excluding public sewer mains.
  • House Sewer: Extends from house drain to street sewer or discharge point.
  • Storm Drainage System: Moves stormwater to designated terminals, including gutters and catch basins.

Vent and Waste Systems

  • Vent Piping System: Provides air flow for drainage systems to maintain trap seals from siphonage and backpressure.
  • Combination Waste and Vent System: A waste piping system that also includes venting for multiple sinks or floor drains.

Additional Concepts

  • Air Gap: Vertical space preventing contamination between water supply and potential pollutants.
  • Flood Level Rim: The height where water begins to overflow a fixture.
  • Ground Water: Water located beneath the earth's surface.
  • Potable Water: Safe for drinking and culinary use.

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