Plumbing Code Flashcards
Introduction
It is defined as the art and science of installing pipes, fixtures and other apparatus to convey and supply water in buildings and to dispose and discharge waste water and other liquids, gases and other substances out of buildings in a safe, orderly, healthy and sanitary way to ensure the health and sanitation of life and property
Plumbing
Introduction
It is a title given to a person who is skilled in the field of sanitation
Derived from the ancient Roman word “Plumbarius”
Plumber
Introduction
The word “Plumber” was derived from the ancient Roman word “____”
Taken from the Latin word “Plumbum”
Plumbarius
Introduction
In what century did the English Parliament passed the first plumbing apprentice law?
Century in number only
17th Century
Introduction
This country followed suit in 18th century from the English Parliament in the building of water service facilities
France
Introduction
The United States was slow to adopt the plumbing movement because they concentrated their efforts in what aspect?
Agricultural pursuit
Plumbing System
This 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 piping; potable water treating or using equipment; fuel gas piping; water heaters and vents for same
Plumbing System
Plumbing System
This type of plumbing system talks about the following: Carries water from the water source, street main or a pump to the building and to various points in the building at which water is used
Long answer
The water supply and water distribution system
Plumbing System
This type of plumbing system talks about the following: The receptacles that receive the supplied water and allow the occupants of the building to use the water
Plumbing Fixtures
Plumbing System
This type of plumbing system talks about the following: The piping network within the building which conveys from the plumbing fixtures all wastes and fecal matter (sanitary drainage) as well as rainwater (storm drainage) to a point of disposal or a treatment facility
Drainage System
Plumber
It is the one who works or engages in the business of installing in buildings the pipe fixtures and other apparatus for bringing in the water supply and removing liquid and waterborne wastes
Plumber
Plumber
There are three categories of plumbers based upon their graces of experiences. This one is a beginner who usually serves for 3 to 5 years as helper to a journeyman
Apprentice Plumber
Plumber
There are three categories of plumbers based upon their graces of experiences. This one has served his apprenticeship and is competent to perform the tasks of installing and repairing plumbing
Journeyman Plumber
Plumber
There are three categories of plumbers based upon their graces of experiences. This one is technically and legally qualified and licensed to practice the profession of master plumbing without limitations in accordance with Republic Act 1378
Master Plumber
Plumbing Unit
It is a minimum standard quantity of plumbing fixtures that discharges wastes into a plumbing installation
Quantity
13 Total Plumbing Fixtures
1 water meter
1 water closet
1 lavatory
1 shower head and drain for a bathtub or shower stall
1 kitchen sink
1 laundry tray
3 floor drains
4 faucets or hose bibb
Plumbing History
What century was the birth of plumbing profession in the Philippines?
Century in number only
17th Century
Plumbing History
The walled city, also known as ____ was established by the Spaniards as a model community
Spanish word
Intramuros
Established by Spaniards
Made as model community
Plumbing History
They are the one who built the government buildings, residential and other structures
Friar Engineers
Plumbing History
During the ____ and ____ centuries, the 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
Century in name only
18th and 19th Centuries
“Pueblos” = Towns
Plumbing History
The recognized plumbers then were called upon by the “____” or the elite group to act as consultants of plumber journeymn on matters pertaining to plumbing installations in villas and mansions
Spanish word
Ilustrados
Plumbing History
Plumbing took a great leap at the turn of ____ century with the arrival of the American soldiers, engineers, Thomasite teachers, doctors and evangelists
20th Century
Arrival of:
1. American Soldiers
2. Engineers
3. Thomasite Teachers
4. Doctors
5. Evangelists
Plumbing History
Who issued a letter of instruction on proper waste disposal in all municipalities?
High ranking
Governor General Harrison
Plumbing History
Sometime in ____, the plumbing trade was duly recognized by the government
Complete year
1902
Plumbing History
What city was the model community?
Philippines location
City of Manila
Plumbing History
This person became the first Chief of Division of Plumbing Construction and Inspection
Master Plumber
Master Plumber John F. Hass
