Building Utilities 1 – C69 ARC140P AR.
Amelia Parchamento
Group 2 Members
- Aquino, Jeromel
- Cunanan, Mary Miguelle A.
- Dela Cuesta, Yves G.
- Lao, Aldrich John
- Olaivar, Alessandra Lisell B.
“100 Questions”
1. What does the Plumbing System constitute? Explain each.
2. What are the three categories of a Plumber? State their roles and responsibility.
3. What is the goal of the National Plumbing Code?
4. List 5 laws of the National Building Code.
5. Who was the first Chief of the Division of the Plumbing Construction and Inspection?
6. What is the full name of the acronym NAMPAP?
7. When was the National Plumbing Code of the Philippines approved?
8. Where is the water from Drinking, Cooking and Dishwashing taken from?
9. What is the requirement for Swimming water?
10. Enumerate and explain each of the steps of the water cycle.
11. What is Purified Water?
12. Explain the difference between Gray and Black water?
13. What is the reason if your water is acidic?
14. If your water contains Magnesium and Calcium, what do you do to correct it?
15. What causes Turbidity?
16. If your fixtures is discolored, what caused it?
17. What does Chlorination correct in Water Quality Problems?
18. What is the term for “any method that will remove one or more materials that make
the water unsuitable for a given use?”
19. What is settling?
20. Name the two chemical absorbents.
21. How many cubic meters per hour of water does the Buhisan Dam in Cebu supply?
22. What is coagulation?
23. Explain the surface water supply and treatment system.
24. What are the classifications of a water closet?
25. What is siphon vortex?
26. What type of water closet should be used when running water systems are not
available?
27. What is the capacity of a flush tank?
28. How is flush valve designed?
29. Give the minimum water closet clearances.
30. Give the 5 general requirements of plumbing fixture materials in terms of quality.
31. What should be the minimum trap diameter and dfu value of plumbing fixture
materials?
32. Give the recommended size of ceramic tiles for T&B.
33. What are the types of lavatory?
34. What are the four materials for lavatories?
35. What is the minimum size of vent for lavatory?
36. What fixture is also known as the Sitz Bath?
37. True or false? The setting and clearance for bidet shall be the same as in the water
closet.
38. Give the requirements for whirlpool bathtubs.
39. Give the minimum clearances for urinals.
Building Utilities 1 – C69 ARC140P AR. Amelia Parchamento
40. True or false? 58 mm is the minimum size of waste pipe used in residential kitchen
sinks.
41. Each shower receptor shall be constructed to have a finished dam, curb or threshold of
at least _______mm lower that the outside floor?
42. Give 3 problems of water quality.
43. According to the Code, the design of roof gutters is based onthe maximum roof area.
What is the shape of the gutter doingthe design table for storm sewer is being based
to?
44. Water that undergoes a process where the pollutants are removed or rendered
harmless?
45. Give 1 material for lavatories.
46. What kind of joint is not allowed in cast iron pipe?
47. Rainwater drained from roof gutters and downspouts.
48. Give 3 common types of plumbing fixtures used in residences.
49. The jet being submerged introduces its water underwater so that its operation is
entirely muffled. It has a large amount of standing water to prevent fouling.
50. The trap way located at the rear of the water closet eliminated the buldge at the front?
51. A deep wide sink or but used for washing clothes. It is also known as Laundry Tray or
Set Tub?
52. What is the title of chapter 3 in NPCP?
53. The minimum size of vent for a lavatory is?
54. A negative pressure is?
55. What is the meaning of MCWD?
56. A vent connecting to a horizontal drain pipe through a fitting at an angle not greater
the 45 degrees to the vertical is?
57. Size of supply pipe of kitchen sink?
58. A tube for bathing, usually a fixed plumbing installation designed for one person. It is
available in left outlet and right outlet?
59. The first Chief of the Division of Plumbing Constriction and Inspection
60. The piping must be air tight, gas tight and _________.
61. Name the 5 treatment process that MWCD uses?
62. What is the minimum height of a shower receptor to the outside floor?
63. What are the 4 sub-systems of the drainage system?
64. What is a septic tank?
65. Give 5 materials used for excreta drainage piping?
66. What material is used for down spout high rise?
67. Name 5 materials used for traps
68. What are the 5 causes of trap seal loss?
69. What are supports?
70. Name 2 types of trap commonly used for residential fixtures
71. What is the recommended installation of flow control valve?
72. What is a grease trap?
73. What is the storage factor of a 24 hour operation kitchen?
74. Explain the placement of the main soil and waste vent\
75. What is another term of circuit vent?
76. Explain the Sewage Disposal System
77. What are the fittings that serve for the drainage piping system?
78. What is an airgap?
79. What is an airbreak?
80. Explain the process of back pressure?
81. What is the primary governing body responsible for plumbing codes in the
Philippines?
Building Utilities 1 – C69 ARC140P AR. Amelia Parchamento
82. What is the purpose of the Philippine plumbing code?
83. Are there different editions or versions of the plumbing code in the Philippines?
84. How are plumbing codes enforced in the Philippines?
85. What are the key requirements for plumbing system design and installation in the
Philippines?
86. Are there specific standards for materials used in plumbing systems in the
Philippines?
87. How is the sizing of water supply and drainage systems determined in the
Philippines?
88. Are there regulations for backflow prevention in the plumbing code?
89. What is the role of permits and inspections in plumbing code compliance?
90. What are the requirements for sewage and waste disposal in the Philippines?
91. Is there a specific section in the code that deals with water heater installations?
92. How is hot and cold water distribution typically designed in residential buildings?
93. What are the minimum standards for fixture installations, such as toilets and sinks?
94. Does the code address the use of alternative water sources, like rainwater harvesting?
95. Are there regulations for the installation of gas lines and plumbing in the same
system?
96. What are the regulations for fire protection systems and sprinklers within the
plumbing code?
97. Are there specific requirements for accessibility in plumbing systems for people with
disabilities?
98. How is water quality and testing addressed in the plumbing code?
99. Are there guidelines for maintenance and repair of plumbing systems in the code?
100. How often are plumbing codes updated in the Philippines, and how can I
access the most recent version?
