Water Installation SOP Quiz

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What is the recommended torque range for tightening bolts in a star pattern?

100-125 lbs

75-90 lbs (correct)

50-75 lbs

90-100 lbs

How much chlorine should be placed for every 500 feet of 8-inch pipe?

4 oz

10 oz

6 oz

8 oz (correct)

How should the spigot end of a pipe be re-beveled if needed?

With a chisel and hammer

With a hacksaw

With an abrasive disk on a grinder or saw (correct)

With an approved blade on a rescue saw

How far should hydrants be installed from the edge of walkways or traffic lanes?

2' Signup and view all the answers

What are forms of thrust restraint?

Restrained couplings, threaded rod and thrust blocks Signup and view all the answers

Where should service taps be placed on the pipe?

10 or 2 o'clock Signup and view all the answers

How should tapping sleeves be installed?

With a split ring design Signup and view all the answers

How should the split ring gasket be installed on the pipe?

In a staggered pattern Signup and view all the answers

How should backfilling be done?

In accordance with the designed plan and Operator Specs Signup and view all the answers

What should always be worn when cutting pipe?

Eye protection Signup and view all the answers

During the water installation process, how should the pipe be stored?

Stacked no more than 4 high Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following should be done when locating and spotting utilities on the site?

Spot utilities before the installation Signup and view all the answers

What should the trench be free from?

Large rocks or foreign materials Signup and view all the answers

How wide should the ditch be in relation to the pipe?

12 inches wider than the pipe on both sides Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with rocks near the pipe?

They should be removed to a minimum distance of 6 inches from all sides of the pipe Signup and view all the answers

What should be used to handle the pipe during installation?

Slings and cables rated to withstand the weight of the pipe and force of installation Signup and view all the answers

What should be done before inserting the gasket into the bell end of the pipe?

Check for damage on the gasket Signup and view all the answers

How can small diameter pipes be belled?

Using a rock bar Signup and view all the answers

When completely belled, what happens to the installation and deflection lines on the spigot ends of the pipes?

They disappear Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum allowable deflection for sizes 14-64"?

3° of deflection Signup and view all the answers