Sanitary Appliances and Waste Removal Quiz

Where is water generally removed to after using appliances for washing, bathing, or showering?

• Soil stack

• Rainwater tank

• Kitchen sink

• Storage tank

What is sometimes used instead of a soil stack to remove water from sanitary appliances?

• Gully

• Radiator

• Water heater

• Air vent

Which of the following is NOT a function of sanitary appliances?

• Cooking food

• Maintaining personal hygiene

• Removing human waste

• Washing and showering

What is the connection between washing, bathing, and showering appliances and the soil stack?

• These appliances remove water to the soil stack

• These appliances heat water in the soil stack

• These appliances store water in the soil stack

• These appliances filter air through the soil stack

Which of the following appliances is used for personal hygiene but is not a toilet?

• Bidet

• Sink

• Shower cubicle/tray

• Refrigerator

Which appliance is typically used for washing dishes?

• Bath

• Sink

• Urinal

• Bidet

Which appliance is designed for standing use and is commonly found in male restrooms?

• Bath

• Urinal

• Sink

• Bidet

Which material conforms to the Department of Health specification?

• Stainless steel

• Vitreous china

• Copper

• Plastic

Which of the following is a common use for stainless steel in plumbing?

• Kitchen sinks

• Bidets

• Showers

• Radiators

Which of the following is a feature of vitreous china?

• Stain proof

• Used in public areas

• Conforms to Department of Health specification

• Resistant to vandalism