Plumbing Flashcards
The art and technique of installing pipes, fixtures, and other apparatuses in buildings for bringing in the supply, liquids, substances and/or ingredients and removing them; and such water, liquid, and other carried wastes hazardous to health, sanitation, life, property; also the pipes and fixtures after installation i.e. the plumbing system.
Plumbing
a professional who can oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of water and piping systems in residential and commercial buildings.
plumber
Includes all potable water supply and distribution pipes, all plumbing fixtures and traps; all sanitary and storm drainage systems; vent pipes, roof drains, leaders and downspouts; and all building drains and sewers, including their respective joints and connections; devices, receptacles, and appurtenances within the property; water lines in the premises: potable, tap, hot and chilled water pipings; potable water treating or using equipment; fuel gas piping; water heaters and vents for same.
Plumbing System
Delivers clean and safe drinking water to fixtures for human consumption.
Potable Water System
Removes excess rainwater or surface water from roofs and property to prevent flooding and damage.
Drainage System
Collects and transports wastewater from buildings to treatment plants or septic systems for safe disposal.
Sewage System
A cylindrical conduit or conductor conforming to the particular dimensions commonly known AS “pipe size”, and is denoted by its interior diameter or l.D.
Pipe
A pipe, which conveys only wastewater or liquid waste, free of fecal matter.
Waste Pipe
Conveys the discharge of water closet, urinal, or fixtures having similar functions, with or without the discharges from other fixtures to the building drain or building sewer.
Soil Pipe
Approved-type installed receptacles. devices or appliances supplied with water or receive liquid or liquid-borne wastes and discharge such wastes into the drainage system to which they may be directly or indirectly connected.
Plumbing Fixture
A valve located at the end of a water pipe through of which water can be drawn from or held within the pipe. Synonymous with bibb, cock, tap, plug, etc.
faucet
The word “faucet” is _______
preferred
A plumbing fixtures usually consisting of a basin with a water supply, connected with a drain.
Kitchen Sink
A tube for bathing, usually a fixed plumbing installation designed for one person. It is available in left outlet and right outlet.
Bathtub
An apparatus for spraying water on the body, usually from above. Drain is through the shower bath floor drain.
Shower Bath
A plumbing fixture used to receive human excremental and to discharge it through a waste pipe using water as a conveying medium.
Water Closet
A fixture designed for the washing of the hands or face. Sometimes called a wash basin.
Lavatory
A tank located above or integral with water closet, urinal or similar fixtures for flushing or removing excrements in the fixture.
Flush Tank
A sanitary fixture equipped with a water supply and drain for flushing away urine.
Urinal
A plumbing fixture used for washing the middle private part of the body, especially the genitals. Also called a “sitz” bath.
Bidet
A fixture consisting of a shallow basin, together with a water jet designed to provide potable water for human consumption.
Drinking Fountain
A fitting or device designed and constructed to provide, when properly vented, a liquid seal which prevents the backflow of foul air or methane gas without materially affecting the flow of sewage or wastewater through it.
Trap
A pipe, which carries ground and surface waters, storm water or wastewater into a building drainage system.
Drain
The basic goal of 1999 National Plumbing Code of the Philippines is to ensure the unqualified observance of the latest provisions of the plumbing and environmental laws.
PURPOSE OF PLUMBING CODE
A Beginner Plumber by trade who usually serves 3 - 5 years as a helper to a Journeyman Plumber.
Apprentice Plumber
Has served his apprenticeship and is competent to perform the tasks of installing and repairing plumbing
Journeyman Plumber
A person technically and legally qualified and licensed to practice the profession of master plumbing without limitations in accordance with Republic Act 1378, Having passed the examinations conducted by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), has received a certificate of registration from the board of master plumbing and possesses the license to practice.
Master Plumber
What is NAMPA
National Master Plumbers Assossication of the Philippines
It talks about how to properly dispose of wastewater, including how to install and grade drainage pipelines. It also emphasizes the significance of making sure pipes are shielded from harm, connecting to sewer systems properly, and supporting and positioning plumbing fixtures and piping appropriately.
GENERAL REGULATIONS
All plumbing fixtures, drains, appurtenances and appliances used to receive or discharge liquid wastes or sewage, shall be connected properly to the drainage systems of the building and premises, in accordance with the requirements of this code.
Section 304: Connections to Plumbing System Required
Every building where plumbing fixtures are installed shall have a sewer service connection to a public or private sewer systems except as provided in subsection 305.2 of this section.
305.1: Sewer Connection Requirement
When a public or private sewer is not available for use, excreta drainage piping from buildings and premises shall be connected to an approved private sewage disposal system.
305.2: Private Sewage Disposal
Wastes detrimental to the public sewer system or to the functioning of the sewage treatment plant shall be treated and disposed of as found necessary and as directed by the administrative authority or other authorities having jurisdiction.
307.1: Hazardous Waste Disposal
Sewage or other waste from a plumbing system which may be deleterious to surface or subsurface waters, shall not be discharged into the ground or into any waterway unless first rendered innocuous through subjection to some acceptable form of treatment.
307.2: Prohibited Waste Discharge
Piping, fixtures or equipment shall not be so located to interfere with the normal function or use thereof or with the normal operation and use of windows, doors, or other required facilities.
Section 309: Improper Location
The drainage system of each new building and of new work installed in any existing building shall be separate and independent from that of any other building and when available, every building shall have an independent connection with a private or public sewer.
Exception:
Where one building stands in the rear of another building on an interior lot, and no private sewer line is available nor can be constructed to the rear building through an adjoining court, yard or driveway, the building drain from the front building may be extended to the rear building if the existing size is adequate for both buildings and gravity flow is possible.
Section 312: Independent System
Quality of Materials. Plumbing fixtures shall be manufactured of dense, durable, non-absorbent materials and must have impervious surfaces, free from unnecessary concealed fouling surfaces. Except when permitted anywhere else in the code.
Section 401: Materials - General Requirements
Special-use fixtures may be made of soapstone, chemical stoneware or may be lined with lead, copper base alloy, nickel-copper alloy, corrosion-resisting steel or other materials specially suited for the use which the fixture is intended.
Section 402: Materials - Alternative
Use of water closets having invisible seats or unventilated space or having walls, which are not thoroughly washed out at each discharge, shall be prohibited. Any water closet, which might permit siphonage of the contents of the bowl back into the water tank, shall be prohibited as well as through urinals. Drinking fountains shall not be installed inside public toilet rooms.
Fixed wooden, concrete, cement, or tile wash trays or sinks for domestic use shall not be installed in any building designed for human habitation. No sheet metal lined wooden bathtubs shall be installed or reconnected. No dry or chemical closet (toilet) shall be installed in any building for human habitation, unless first approved by the Health Officer or Administrative Authority.
Section 405: Prohibited Fixtures
Plumbing fixture shall be installed in a manner to provide easy
access for repair and cleaning. Where practical, all pipes from fixtures shall be run parallel and dose to the nearest wall or building line.
Section 407.1: Cleaning
Section 407: Installation
Where a fixture comes in contact with the wall or floor, the joint between the fixture and wall or floor shall be made watertight.
Section 407.2: Joints
Section 407: Installation
Floor outlet or floor mounted fixtures shall be rigidly secured on the drainage connection and floor when so designed with the use of adequately-sized screws or expansion bolts of copper, brass or other equally corrosion-resistant material.
Section 407.3: Securing Fixtures
Section 407: Installation
Wall-hung fixtures shall be rigidly supported by metal supporting members or chairs so that no bending or pullout strain is transmitted to the wall. Approved non-corrosive screws or bolts shall secure water closet and urinal flush tanks and similar appurtenances.
Section 407.4: Wall Hung Fixtures
Section 407: Installation
Fixtures shall be set level and in proper alignment with reference to adjacent walls. No water closet or bidet shall be 1et closer than 0.315 meter from its center to any side wall or obstruction nor closer than 0.7 meter center to center to any similar fixture No urinal shall be set closer than 0.3 meter from its center to any sidewall or partition nor closer than 0.6 meter center to center.
Section 407.5: Setting
Section 407: Installation
The supply lines or fittings for every plumbing fixture shall be installed to prevent backflow.
Section 407.6: Supply Fixture
Section 407: Installation
This is the most common type of toilet you’ll find in homes. When you flush, water from the tank flows directly down into the bowl, washing away the waste and sending it through the drain using gravity.
Wash Down Type
his toilet uses small jets or streams of water that shoot into the bowl when you flush. These jets create a strong suction effect (siphon) that pulls the waste down the drain more effectively.
Siphon Jet Water Closet
Similar to the siphon jet toilet, this type creates a swirling motion (like a small whirlpool) when you flush. This vortex helps pull the waste down the drain smoothly and efficiently.
Siphon Vortex Water Closet.
This type of toilet has a special plumbing feature called a “reverse trap” that helps prevent bad smells from the sewer from coming back into your bathroom. It maintains a water barrier that blocks these odors.
Reverse Trap
This type of toilet is made from a single, solid piece of material, meaning the tank and bowl are fused together. It has a sleek, modern look and is easier to clean because there are no gaps between the tank and bowl.
One-Piece Water Closet
This is a common type of toilet where the tank is directly attached to the back of the bowl. The tank and bowl are separate pieces, but they’re connected closely, making the toilet look like one unit.
Closed-Couple Water Closet
This is a simple toilet design where you flush by pouring water from a bucket (pail) into the bowl. It’s often found in areas without a reliable water supply or where plumbing is limited.
Pail Flush Type Water Closet (Mini Closet)
This toilet is designed for squatting rather than sitting. You’ll often find it in public restrooms or in countries where squatting is more common than sitting.
Squat Type Water Closet (Eastern Type)
This type of sink is attached directly to the wall, without any pedestal or cabinet underneath. It “hangs” on the wall, leaving the space below it open.
Wall-Hung Lavatory
is a sink where the basin (where the water collects) and the countertop (the flat surface around the sink) are made from a single, continuous piece of material.
One Piece Lavatory
This sink is placed on top of a bathroom counter, similar to how a bowl sits on a table. The countertop itself is separate from the sink.
Countertop Lavatory
This sink has just one big basin (or bowl) where you wash your hands, face, or other items.
Single-Bowl Sink
This sink has two separate basins side by side, so two people can use it at the same time.
Double-Bowl Sink
This sink is designed to “drop” into a hole cut in the countertop. The edges of the sink rest on the countertop surface, holding it in place.
Top Mount (Drop In) Sink.
This type of urinal is attached directly to the wall, so it doesn’t have any base or stand on the floor.
Wall Hung Urinal.
This type of urinal has a design that allows it to be installed so that part of it extends through the wall. You use it from one side, and the waste is collected and flushed from the other side.
Through Urinal
This urinal is enclosed within a stall or small room, offering privacy for users. Provides a more private option compared to open or wall-mounted urinals, which is useful in places where privacy is a concern.
Stall Urinal
This urinal is supported by a pedestal or base, raising it off the floor. It looks like it is standing on a column or stand. The pedestal keeps the urinal elevated, making it easier to clean around and underneath.
Pedestal Urinal
