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Chapter 4 Flashcards

1
Q

Which of the following classifications is most commonly used for wiring electrical irrigation valves underground?

A

UF

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2
Q

Which of the following wire classifications would NOT be used for wiring electrical irrigation valves?

NOTE: Remember the type which does not contain the letter U (underground

A

THHN

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3
Q

How is a vapor barrier rated?

A

Perm Values.

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4
Q

What is the minimum slope on a concrete patio to allow for drainage

A

1/8”

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5
Q

Properly installed exterior lighting requires what footing to prevent damage to the fixture from heaving?

A

Frost

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6
Q

What are standards placed over or inserted into the footing?

A

Anchor Bolts

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7
Q

What do you see to cut PVC pipe?

A

Pipe Cutter or hacksaw

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8
Q

Installation of many utilities are restricted to a licensed specialist plumber or irrigation specialist but the landscape contractor may be called upon to complete what?

A

Hydrant installation and supply lines.

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9
Q

Who must inspect all public and private water systems?

A

Health Department

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10
Q

Freeze point hydrants, the water line buried below what?

A

Below frost depth

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11
Q

When establishing an irrigation system an adequate available what is required?

A

Water Supply

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12
Q

How do you measure adequate water pressure?

A

Pounds per square inch- PSI

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13
Q

What is the best philosophy?

A

Protect the plants that are currently in good health.

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14
Q

In the case of photocells, controllers must be located in an area that receives ample sunlight. This may necessitates that transformers with built-in controllers be located where?

A

Outside a structure.

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15
Q

What reduces voltage drop?

A

Short cable runs

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16
Q

What type of tracks should be used on equipment?

A

Rubber Tracks

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17
Q

A “water sprout” is a growth that ___________?

A

Develops along the trunk of the tree

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18
Q

A pressure type vacuum breaker is unlike an atmospheric vacuum breaker because it __________?

A

Can be pressurized on inlet an outlets sides.

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19
Q

What motion do you apply when applying the primer?

A

Scrubbing motion

20
Q

The best time to plant native desert species is _________?

A

Fall

21
Q

Most desert plants roots rot if grown in poorly drained soil. Planting during the _________ seasons permit strong roots to develop?

A

Cool

22
Q

___________ is performed to achieve the desired landform.

A

Rough Grading

23
Q

Connecting cable to lamp base, a metal prong must penetrate where?

A

Each Side of the cable for light to work

24
Q

The lower basin contains the _________ the recirculated water to the top of supply the falls

A

Pump

25
Q

The most common wire gauges for kits are often _________?

A

18 Gauge

26
Q

_________ electrical systems require an alternating current _______ outlet to provide power.

A

DC, AC

27
Q

Who’s authorization does a sub contractor need to begin work?

A

General Contractor

28
Q

What type of work does not qualify for additional pay?

A

Restoration work

29
Q

Workers should be aware of any plant that may trigger dermatitus when contracted. Poisonous plants should be removed or avoided what should be used?

A

Protective clothing to avoid direct contact

30
Q

Learning how to lift and following simple rules will assist in reducing back injury from landscape construction activity. What should you do before beginning work?

A

Stretching exercises

31
Q

Trenches should be at least how wide?

A

4-6 Inches

32
Q

What kind of fences will prevent eroded soil from passing into a protected area?

A

Silt Fence

33
Q

When heaving occurs, it is advisable to __________ the lawn to insure the roots will not dry?

A

light Roll

34
Q

Although the spacing for sprinklers heads may very because of flow static pressure for small water supply, the standard throughout the industry is _________ feet triangular spacing?

A

20 Feet

35
Q

What is the secondary consideration when planting desert landscaping on a slope?

A

How the roots of plants grow

36
Q

Where is the light for shadow lighting located?

A

In front of the plant

37
Q

A _______ allows the user to control the lights or turn lights on at dusk.

A

Controller

38
Q

Before construction can proceed what is next?

A

Layout of critical dimensions and grade

39
Q

What do you use to remove the debris

A

Skid-steer

40
Q

What are very large projects stripped with?

A

Paddle Scraper

41
Q

What are the two steps used to remove shrubs?

A

Cut and removed, with crown or root dugout and removed

42
Q

Trees over 30’ in height or 10’ in diameter who do you call?

A

A professional remover

43
Q

Which of the following soils will drain the slowest?

A

Clay

44
Q

Infiltration systems of soil depend on the slope and

A

Amount of water applied

45
Q

A grass parkway is 4’-10’ wide. The sprinkler heads would be placed ___________?

A

Along the curb, with a single row of part-circle sprinklers

46
Q
A

C-10 Landscape Trade (6 decks)

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