Sanitation Quiz 1

Details on the fixing position of a new acrylic bath would be found in the:

• Manufacturer’s instructions
• Work schedule
• Installation plan
• Work programme.

For a bespoke, one-off property, the position of the sanitary appliances for the new bathroom installation would be determined by the:

• Architect
• Customer
• Bill of quantities
• Water Regulations.

Which one of the following covers the installation of sanitary appliances?

• Water Regulations
• BS6700
• Building Regulations
• Construction Regulations.

The fitting shown here would be used in:

• Dual flush WC
• WC macerator
• Single flush WC
• Urinal.

Which of the following types of fittings is used to secure a bibtap to the wall over a cleaner’s sink?

• Straight tap connector
• Back plate elbow
• Bent tap connector
• Flexible hose union.

After servicing a float operated valve in a WC cistern, the next course of action would be:

• Turn the service valve off fully
• Adjust the water level to the fill line
• Adjust the incoming water pressure to avoid water hammer
• Test the overflow.

Guidance on workmanship related to sanitary appliances is provided by which British Standard?

• 6700
• 12056
• 12058
• 8000.

Which one of the following could pose a potential hazard to the customer if the manufacturer’s instructions were not followed when installing an acrylic bath

• Wrong sized screws penetrating the base of the bath
• Height of the bath too high, making access more difficult
• Wrong jointing compound used, causing immediate leaks
• Bath not cross-bonded resulting in electric shocks.

Sanitary appliances delivered to site should always be checked against the:

• Invoice
• Advice note
• Delivery note
• Specification.

What is the maximum height that WC pans can be stored?

• 2 high
• 3 high
• 4 high
• 5 high.