PP10 sanitation Plumbing Traps

What is the purpose of a trap under an appliance in plumbing?

• To regulate the water flow

• To stop the noxious smell from the soil stack entering the property

• To measure water usage

• To filter out debris

Where is the trap attached in a plumbing system?

• To the top of the waste fitting on the appliance

• To the underside of the waste fitting on the appliance

• Outside the property

• At the main water supply

What are the majority of traps made from?

• PVC

• Polypropylene

• Iron

• Rubber

Which of the following materials is NOT mentioned as a common material for traps?

• Brass

• Copper

• Chrome plated

• Steel

What is a common jointing method used in traps?

• Soldering

• Welding

• Compression using a rubber seal

• Gluing

What is the purpose of the trap seal depth in plumbing?

• To measure the amount of water used in a property

• To retain water to prevent noxious smells from entering the property

• To control the flow of water through the pipes

• To indicate the level of water contamination

What is the waste fitting size for a bidet

• 32mm

• 40mm

• NA

• 100mm

What is the trap diameter required for a shower installation?

• 32mm

• 40mm

• 75mm

• 100mm

what is the seal depth for soil stack for a washing machine?

• 32mm

• 40mm

• 75mm

• 50mm

What is the seal depth for soil stack for a WC pan?

• 32mm

• 40mm

• 75mm

• 50mm