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Plumbing Flashcards

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The art and science of installing pipes, fixtures, and other apparatus; to convey and supply water in buildings, and dispose and discharge waste liquids, gases, and other substances out of buildings, in a safe, orderly, and sanitary way.

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Plumbing

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One of the earliest known examples of urban sanitation

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2500 BCE Indus Valley Civilization

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Cities like Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro had advanced drainage systems.

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2500 BCE Indus Valley Civilization

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Homes had private baths and latrines connected to a sophisticated sewer system.

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2500 BCE Indus Valley Civilization

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Used copper pipes for irrigation and sewage

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2500 BCE Ancient Egypt

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The pyramids feature bathrooms with drainage systems

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2500 BCE Ancient Egypt

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Wealthy homes had bathrooms and toilets

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2500 BCE Ancient Egypt

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The Minoan civilization on Crete had flushing toilets and elaborate drainage systems

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1500 BCE Ancient Greece

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Aqueducts and fountains were common in public spaces

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1500 BCE Ancient Greece

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Built extensive aqueducts to supply cities with water.

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500 BCE - 476 CE Ancient Rome

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Cloaca Maxima (Latin) means what?

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Greatest Sewer

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One of the world’s earliest advanced sewage systems; constructed in order to drain local marshes and remove waste from the city

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Cloaca Maxima

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13
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Public baths is also called as

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Thermae

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Public baths (thermae) and latrines were widespread

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500 BCE - 476 CE Ancient Rome

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Used lead pipes for water distribution

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500 BCE - 476 CE Ancient Rome

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After the fall of the Roman Empire, plumbing infrastructure deteriorated

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5th - 15th Centuries Europe

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Monasteries and castles had rudimentary sanitation systems

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5th - 15th Centuries Europe

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Waste was often disposed of in cesspits or directly into streets

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5th - 15th Centuries Europe

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Revival of interest in Roman engineering

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14th - 17th Centuries Renaissance

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20
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Development of better sewage systems in growing cities

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14th - 17th Centuries Renaissance

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21
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London installed the first modern sewer system designed by Joseph Bazalgette in the mid-19th century.

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17th - 19th Centuries

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Who designed the first modern sewer system?

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Joseph Bazalgette

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23
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Cast iron pipes began to replace lead pipes

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17th - 19th Centuries

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The introduction of flush toilets in the 18th century, popularized by Sir John Harington and later improved by Alexander Cumming and Joseph Bramah

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17th - 19th Centuries

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Who popularized flush toilets in the 18th century?

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Sir John Harington

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Who improved Sir John Harington flush toilets during the 18th century?

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Alexander Cummings and Joseph Bramah

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27
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The National Public Health Act of 1848 was established in England

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17th - 19th Centuries

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28
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Widespread adaption of indoor plumbing in developed countries

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20th century

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Advances in materials, including copper, PVC, and PEX pipes.

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20th century

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30
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Implementation of water treatment and purification systems

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20th century

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31
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Continued innovation in plumbing technologies, including smart plumbing systems.

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21st century

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32
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Focus on water conservation and sustainable practices.

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21st century

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33
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Advancements in leak detection and repair technologies

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21st century

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34
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Birth of Plumbing Profession in the Philippines (Date)

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17th century

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35
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Walled City also known as

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Intramuros

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36
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Walled City known as Intramuros was established by the Spaniards as a model community

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17th century

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37
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Filipino Plumbers were assigned the task of maintaining, repairing, and/or remodeling plumbing systems in all “pueblos” or towns including churches, convents, and government buildings

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18th - 19th century

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38
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Plumbing significantly improved upon the arrival of the American soldiers, engineers, Thomasite teachers, doctors, and evangelists.

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19th century

39
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Health and hygiene became a priority when epidemics engulfed Philippines

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19th century

40
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Governor General Harrison issued a Letter of Instruction on proper waste disposal in all municipalities to prevent the spread of epidemic

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19th century

41
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Plumbing Trade was duly recognized by the government

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1902 onwards

42
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City of Manila was the model community

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1902 onwards

43
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A plumbing code based on the Plumbing Code of United States was incorporated into the Building Code for the City of Manila (Date)

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1902 onwards

44
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National Master Plumbers Association of the Philippines (NAMPAP) was organized and registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

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1935 onwards

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what does NAMPAP mean

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National Master Plumbing Association of the Philippines

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what does SEC mean

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Securities and Exchange Commission

47
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The Plumbing Code of Manila

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City Ordinance 2411

48
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City Ordinance 2411 - the Plumbing Code of Manila was enacted

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1935 onwards

49
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The National Government adopted the Plumbing Code of Manila

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1935 onwards

50
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R.A. 1378

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Plumbing Law of the Philippines

51
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Plumbing Law of the Philipipines

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R.A. 1378

52
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When was R.A. 1378 signed by which President?

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June 18, 1955. by President Ramon Magsaysay

53
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The National Plumbing Code of the Philippines prepared by NAMPAP was promulgated and approved by Malacanang (date)

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January 28, 1959

54
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NAMPAP assisted the passage of the law creating the National Waterworks and Sewerage Authority (NAWASA)

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January 28, 1959

55
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What does NAWASA mean

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National Waterworks Sewerage Authority

56
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First amendment to Plumbing Code was approved, with the inclusion of “Asbestos-Cement Pipe” as an approved plumbing material (Date)

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November 28, 1967

57
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R.A. 6541 (Building Code of the Philippines) was passed with the National Plumbing Code of 1959 as referral code (Date)

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1972, Pre-Martial Law

58
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PRC under chairman Hermogenes Pobre Joseph Ejercito Estrada approved pursuant to Sec. 4 of R.A. 1378 (Date)

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December 21, 1999

59
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Romans’ most impactful development. They perfected the art of transporting water over long distances.

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Aqueducts and Water Supply Systems

60
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Early drainage systems evolved into complex sewer networks in modern cities.

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Sewer Systems

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Piping Materials : C, L, C.I, Co, P & P

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Clay, Lead, Cast Iron, Copper, PVC & PEX

62
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Development of flush toilets, wastewater treatment, and improved sanitation practices.

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Sanitation and Hygiene

63
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Works together to ensure that water is safely and efficiently delivered to and removed from the building, maintaining hygiene and comfort for occupants.

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The Plumbing System

64
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Is responsible for delivering water to various part of the building.

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Water Supply System

65
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Water Supply System Includes:

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Cold Water Line, Hot Water Line, and Non-Potable Water

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This component provides cold water for everyday use, including drinking, cooking, and bathing

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Cold Water Line

67
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This refers to water that is not suitable for drinking but can be used for other purposes, such as irrigation, flushing toilets, or industrial processes.

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Non-Potable Water

68
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This component supplies hot water, typically heated by a water heater, for uses such as bathing, washing dishes, and laundry

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Hot Water Line

69
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is designed to remove waste and excess water from the building

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Drainage System

70
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Drainage System Includes:

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Sanitary System, Stormwater System

71
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Sanitary System includes:

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Soil, Waste, Vent System

72
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Refers to drainage that conveys waste from the water closet

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Soil

73
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Refers to drainage that conveys waste from plumbing fixtures other than the water closet, such as sinks, showers, and washing machines

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Waste

74
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Provides ventilation to prevent vacuum from forming in the drainage pipes, ensuring proper flow and preventing sewer gases from entering the building

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Vent System

75
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This component handles rainwater and other precipitation, channeling it away from the building to prevent flooding and structural damage

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Stormwater System

76
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Plumbing Cycle (7)

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Source, Treatment & Supply, Distribution, Use, Collection & Storage, Disposal, Treatment

77
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is a process that illustrates the cycle of water from its natural source through various stages in plumbing system. This ensures that water resources are managed sustainably, balancing consumption with environmental conservation.

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Plumbing Cycle

78
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Natural water bodies like lakes, rivers, reservoirs.

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Source

79
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Water is collected and treated to meet safety standards.

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Treatment

80
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Treated water is transported into water mains and stored in tanks for consistent supply

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Supply

81
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Water is delivered through piping networks

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Distribution

82
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Maintains proper pressure to reach plumbing fixtures

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Distribution

83
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Water is used for daily activities such as drinking, washing, and cooking

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Use

84
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Some systems collect and store water before distribution to buildings and fixtures.

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Collection and Storage

85
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Used water - wastewater is disposed of into soil and waste pipes.

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Disposal

86
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Discharges into the sewer system

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Disposal

87
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Wastewater is treated often at sewage plants

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Treatment

88
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Undergoes purification processes

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Treatment

89
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Objectives of plumbing: (2)

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SUPPLY & DISCHARGE (Supply different parts of the buliding, Remove and discharge human waste and etc out the building and into septic tank or public sewer)

90
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A title given to a person who is skilled in the field of plumbing

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Plumber

91
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A term given to a person who passed the Licensure Examination given by the Board of Master Plumbers who is technically and legally qualified and licensed to practice the profession of Master Plumbing

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Master Plumber

92
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The Administrative Authority or the officer charged with the administration and enforcement of R.A. 1378

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Plumbing Official

93
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Includes the Building Official, the Commission (PRC), the Board (license board of MPLE), and such other department or agency administering and enforcing the provisions of R.A. 1378

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Administrative Authority

94
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Which civilization on Crete had flushing toilets and elaborate drainage systems

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Minoan Civilization

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