Hot Water phase 2 1.10 LO Systems Quiz

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

• The Water Act 2003

• The Private Water Supply Regulations 2016

• Building Regulations Part L1A

• The Water Industry Act 1991

What is the primary national legislation for all water supplies in England and Wales?

• Building Regulations – Approved Document G section 2 Water efficiency

• The Water Supply (water fittings) Regulations 1999

• The Water Industry Act 1991

• The Water Act 2003

Which document specifies the requirements for the correct operation and maintenance of potable water supply installations within buildings?

• BS EN 806 – 2: 2005

• BS EN 806 – 5: 2012

• BS EN 806 – 1: 2000

• BS EN 806 – 3: 2006

What does Building Regulation G3 primarily deal with?

• Electrical safety issues

• Installation and safety related issues of hot water storage systems

• Energy efficiency and prevention of wastage

• Water efficiency

Which document provides guidance on the cleaning, flushing and disinfection of cold water systems to control microbiological growth and the removal of debris?

• BS EN 806 – 4: 2010

• PD 855468: 2015

• The Water Supply (water fittings) Regulations 1999

• BS8558: 2015

Who acts as the regulator for the private water supplies in their area under the Private Water Supply Regulations 2016?

• OFWAT

• Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

• The Environment Agency

• Local Authority

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

• To ensure water is fit for human consumption

• To control charges made by Water Companies

• To regulate private water supplies

• To prevent contamination, wastage, misuse, and undue consumption of water

Which legislation covers the installation and maintenance of unvented hot water storage systems in England & Wales?

• Building Regulations – Approved Document L1A Conservation of fuel and power in new dwellings

• Building Regulations – Approved Document G section 2 Water efficiency

• The Water Industry Act 1991

• The Water Act 2003

What is the scope of the Private Water Supply Regulations 2016?

• Small supplies serving two or more domestic properties

• Single property supplies

• All of the above

• Large supplies serving commercial and public buildings

What is the most important document to consult when installing, servicing and maintaining appliances, components and equipment?

• Manufacturer technical instructions

• Building Regulations – Approved Document G section 3 Hot water supply and systems

• The Water Supply (water fittings) Regulations 1999

• British Standards BSEN806:2012 Pts 1 to 5