cold water 2.2 2.1

Which of the following is a statutory requirement for water fittings regulations?

• The Water Regulation Guide (WRAS)

• WRAS – Water Regulation Advisory Scheme

• BS6700 – Design, installation, testing and maintenance

• Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999

What does WRAS stand for?

• Water Regulation Advisory Scheme

• Water Regulation and Safety

• Water Regulation and Standards

• Water Regulation and Supply

BS6700 is related to which of the following aspects?

• Water quality testing

• Design, installation, testing and maintenance

• Water supply regulations

• Manufacturer’s instructions

What is the responsibility of the water undertaker in the connection methods to the mains?

• Maintaining the service pipe

• Maintaining the communication pipe and main external stop valve

• Installing the boundary stop tap

• Sealing the service duct at both ends

What is the minimum depth at which the service pipe must be installed?

• 500mm

• 750mm

• 1,000mm

• 1,350mm

Who is responsible for the service pipe?

• The water undertaker

• The local government

• The house owner

• The building contractor

What is the maximum depth at which the service pipe must be installed?

• 750mm

• 1,000mm

• 1,350mm

• 1,500mm

What is the primary use of a mains tapping machine?

• To drill and tap and insert ferrule into a cast iron underground pipe while the main is still under pressure

• To measure the pressure in a water main

• To clean and maintain underground pipes

• To connect electrical wires to a main power source

What color is MDPE pipe used to identify wholesome water?

• Red

• Blue

• Green

• Yellow

What is the minimum size of a pipe for a modern property?

• 10mm

• 15mm

• 20mm

• 25mm