Cold Water Systems Quiz L3P2u5,2.8;1

Which legislation governs the appointment, licensing, and regulation of water and sewage companies in the UK?

• The Water Act 2003

• The Private Water Supply Regulations 2016

• The Water Industry Act 1991

• The Water Supply (water fittings) Regulations 1999

What is the purpose of the Water Supply (water fittings) Regulations 1999?

• To prevent contamination of water

• To prevent Misuse of water

• To prevent wastage of water

• To prevent erroneous metering of water

• To prevent undue consumption of water

Which category of private water supplies includes properties like caravan parks and industrial estates?

• Large supplies serving commercial and public buildings

• Small supplies serving domestic properties

• Single property supplies

• Private distribution networks

What is the duty of local authorities under the Private Water Supply Regulations?

• Conduct risk assessments on private water supplies

• All of the above

• Provide monitoring data to the Drinking Water Inspectorate

• Enforce water quality standards for private water supplies

Which legislation sets down the minimum acceptable concentrations of potential contaminants in drinking water?

• The Water Act 2003

• The Water Supply (water quality) Regulations 2016

• Building Regulations Approved Document G

• The Private Water Supply Regulations 2016

What does Approved Document G of the Building Regulations cover?

• All of the above

• Hot water supply and systems

• Water efficiency

• Cold water supply

Which part of Approved Document G deals with the provision of water of suitable quality to sanitary appliances?

• G3 - Hot Water Supply and Systems

• G1 - Cold Water Supply

• G2 - Water Efficiency

• G4 - Sanitary Conveniences and Washing Facilities

What is the purpose of the Water Efficiency Calculator for new dwellings?

• All of the above

• To limit water use to 125 litres per person per day

• To calculate water consumption in dwellings

• To promote water efficiency in new dwellings

Which legislation ensures that water supplied from a private source is safe for drinking?

• The Water Industry Act 1991

• The Private Water Supply Regulations 2016

• The Water Supply (water fittings) Regulations 1999

• The Water Act 2003

What is the role of the Environment Agency under the Water Act 2003?

• To regulate water and sewage companies

• To enforce water quality standards

• To control charges made by water companies

• To protect consumers