Cold Water Systems Quiz

Why should pipework be positioned out of eyesight?

• To make it more accessible

• To improve aesthetics

• To prevent theft

• To avoid damage

What is a consideration for pipework in new buildings compared to occupied dwellings?

• The color of the building

• Customer’s possessions

• The age of the building

• The height of the building

What should be done if pipework is buried in walls or floors?

• Leave it as is

• Paint it

• Make provision for accessibility

• Insulate it

What should be done with floorboards during the preparation for pipework installation?

• Paint them

• Replace them permanently

• Lift them temporarily

• Nail them down

What is the purpose of cutting notches before installing pipework?

• To fit the pipes

• To mark the route

• To prepare for installation

• To check for damage

According to the Water Regulations guide, where should water fittings not be located?

• In the cavity of a cavity wall

• In a chase or duct

• Under a suspended floor with access

• In an internal wall that is not solid

What should be possible with a suspended floor under which pipes are laid?

• It should be painted

• It should be readily removed and replaced

• It should be insulated

• It should be waterproof

What should you always check for before marking out and drilling?

• The weather forecast

• Buried pipes or cables

• The time of day

• The type of paint on the wall

What should you look for around switches and sockets before drilling?

• The color of the paint

• The type of screws used

• Buried pipes in the wall or under the floorboards

• The age of the building

When cutting floorboards, where should the cut ideally be made?

• In the middle of the board

• Over the joist

• At the edge of the room

• Under the carpet