cold water ppt 1

What basic factors influence the selection of cold water systems and components?

• Color of the pipes

• User demands

• Brand of the components

• Temperature of the environment

What needs to be checked in systems that use the water undertaker’s mains pressure?

• The color of the pipes

• The minimum available pressure during peak demand

• The temperature of the water

• The type of material used for pipes

What is generally required for low-pressure supplies to compensate for the lack of pressure?

• Decrease in pipe size

• Increase in pipe size

• Change in water temperature

• Use of plastic pipes

What might clients specify regarding the aesthetics of components?

• The weight of the components

• The energy efficiency of the components

• The taste or style of the components

• The durability of the components

Why might access and use be a consideration for clients?

• To ensure components are lightweight

• To accommodate special requirements and disabilities

• To match the color scheme of a room

• To reduce installation time

Which factor is likely the most influential in the selection of systems and components?

• Aesthetics

• Cost

• Environmental impacts

• Access and use

Which factor is NOT included in the assessment of likely demand?

• Flow rates required by individual appliances

• The number of people living in the dwelling

• The color of the appliances

• Frequency of use

What is a Loading Unit (LU) in plumbing?

• A) A measure of water temperature

• B) A factor related to flow rate, usage time, and frequency

• C) A unit of electrical power

• D) A type of plumbing fixture

Which of the following is a regulation that should be considered in plumbing system design?

• The Water Act 2003

• The Gas Safety Regulations 1998

• The Electrical Safety Standards 2015

• The Fire Safety Order 2005

What is the purpose of designing the pipework of a plumbing system according to British Standards?

• To ensure aesthetic appeal

• To match the manufacturer's color scheme

• To ensure flow rates are at least equal to those shown in standards

• To reduce the cost of materials