Soundness testing

The soundness test and commissioning procedure for sanitary pipework is the final part of the installation. When testing the pipework, the plumber is looking at two elements. One of them is soundness, which means there should be no _____?

• leaks

• noise

• rust

• pressure drop

The soundness test and commissioning procedure for sanitary pipework is the final part of the installation. When testing the pipework, the plumber is looking at two elements. One of them is performance, which should be as per _____?

• BS EN 12056

• BS 7671

• BS EN 806

• BS 9999

What is the first important inspection in soundness testing?

• The visual inspection.

• The chemical analysis.

• The compressive strength test.

• The permeability test.

Which standard should clipping distances comply with during visual inspection in soundness testing?

• BS EN 12056.

• ISO 9001.

• ASTM D256.

• EN 1991-1-4.

During visual inspection in soundness testing, gradients should be at the ________ angle.

• correct

• acute

• obtuse

• random

During visual inspection in soundness testing, gradients should be in the ________ direction.

• correct

• reverse

• random

• vertical

If the system is large, or in a multi-storey building, the system will need to be tested in stages.

• True

• False

If pipework is below floor level, when should it be tested?

• Before the floor is put down.

• After the floor is finished.

• During painting of the walls.

• Once the building is occupied.

According to the soundness test instructions, what should be used to plug the top and bottom of the test area?

• A screwdriver

• A drain plug or inflatable drain bag

• A hammer

• A wrench

Fill in the blank: The system can be plugged at the top of the ______ and at any access point.

• stack

• table

• cable

• panel