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Worksheets815 KAR 20:010 Definitions Quiz
Total questions: 55
Worksheet time: 29mins
What does "ABS" stand for in the context of 815 KAR 20:010 Definitions?
Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene
Automatic braking system
Air break system
Asbestos binding solution
According to 815 KAR 20:010, what is an "Air gap"?
the unobstructed vertical distance through the free atmosphere between the outlet of waste pipe and the flood level rim of the receptacle its draining
drain from a fixture discharges indirectly into another fixture, receptacle or interceptor at a point adjacent to a flood zone
drain from a fixture discharges indirectly into another fixture, receptacle or interceptor at a point below flood level rim
A drainage system for stormwater
What is the purpose of a "Backflow preventer" as defined in 815 KAR 20:010?
To prevent the flow of water from one fixture to another
To prevent the backflow of used, contaminated, or polluted water from a plumbing fixture or vessel
To regulate the flow of water in a drainage system
To prevent air from entering the plumbing system
What is a "Bedpan washer and sterilizer" used for according to 815 KAR 20:010?
To provide a supply of hot and cold water
To scald bedpans with steam or hot water
To empty or clean bedpans
To sterilize medical instruments
What does "Boiler blow-off" refer to in the context of 815 KAR 20:010?
A safety mechanism to prevent boiler explosions
An outlet on a boiler to permit emptying or cleaning
A device to regulate boiler temperature
A system to control the distribution of steam
What does "Branch" refer to in the context of plumbing?
A) A fixture outlet directly connected to the main sewer line.
B) The part of the piping system that extends horizontally from the main to receive discharge, with or without lateral or vertical extensions.
C) A vertical pipe connecting two or more stories of a building.
D) A vessel designed to receive the discharge from a boiler.
What is the minimum distance a "Building drain" must extend outside the walls of the building?
A) Eight (8) feet
B) Two (2) feet
C) One (1) foot
D) Three (3) feet
What is a "Building sewer; combined"?
A) A sewer that conveys both sewage and storm water or other drainage but no sewage.
B) A sewer that conveys storm water or other drainage but no sewage.
C) A sewer that conveys both sewage and storm water or other drainage.
D) A sewer that conveys only sewage and no storm water or other drainage.
What is the purpose of a "Cesspool"?
A) To convey sewage and storm water to the main sewer line.
B) To receive the discharge of domestic sewage or other organic wastes from a drainage system.
C) To cool the discharge from a boiler to a safe temperature.
D) To serve as a fixture branch for two or more traps.
What does "Code" refer to as defined by KRS 318.010(11)?
A) The administrative regulation for building sewers.
B) The Kentucky Building Code.
C) The regulation for combined building drains.
D) The standard for cesspools.
What is a "Conductor" in the context of plumbing?
A) A pipe inside the building that conveys storm water from the roof to a storm or combined building drain.
B) A common waste and vent pipe for one or more sinks or floor drains.
C) A vessel designed to receive the discharge from a boiler.
D) A pipe that conveys potable water.
What does "Dead end" mean as defined by this administrative regulation?
The mains of a public sewer system
A drainage system that drains by gravity into the building sewer
The length of a pipe line measured along the center line of the pipe and fittings
A branch leading from a soil, waste or vent pipe, building drain, or building sewer, and terminating at a developed length of two (2) feet or more by means of a plug, cap, or other closed fitting
According to the document, what is the meaning of "Diameter"?
The waterborne wastes derived from ordinary living processes
The nominal diameter as designated commercially
The water supply pipe connecting a fixture to a branch water supply pipe or directly to a main water supply pipe
A sub-building, building sub-drain as defined by this administrative regulation
What is the definition of "Domestic sewage" in this context?
The waterborne wastes derived from ordinary living processes
The water supply pipe connecting a fixture to a branch water supply pipe or directly to a main water supply pipe
The nominal diameter as designated commercially
A branch leading from a soil, waste or vent pipe, building drain, or building sewer
What does "Double offset" refer to in this administrative regulation?
Two changes of direction installed in succession or series in a continuous pipe
The waterborne wastes derived from ordinary living processes
The nominal diameter as designated commercially
The water supply pipe connecting a fixture to a branch water supply pipe or directly to a main water supply pipe
How is "Drain" defined in this document?
Any pipe that carries waste water or waterborne wastes in a building drainage system
The nominal diameter as designated commercially
The water supply pipe connecting a fixture to a branch water supply pipe or directly to a main water supply pipe
A branch leading from a soil, waste or vent pipe, building drain, or building sewer
What does "Drainage system" NOT include according to this administrative regulation?
The mains of a public sewer system
A private or public sewage-treatment or disposal plant
Plumbing appliances
A drainage system that drains by gravity into the building sewer
What does the term "Flood level rim" refer to according to the administrative regulation?
The edge of the receptacle from which water overflows.
The maximum height water can reach before spilling.
The point at which a container is considered flooded.
The level at which a floor drain is installed.
What is the purpose of a "Flushometer valve"?
To enable the flushing of the drain receptor and trap with a predetermined quantity of water.
To prevent backflow in the water supply system.
To regulate the temperature of the water.
To measure the amount of water used in a building.
What is the definition of "Grade" in the context of drainage?
The level of water treatment in a facility.
The quality of materials used in the drainage system.
The fall in a fraction of an inch per foot length of pipe.
The elevation difference between the building and the main sewer line.
According to the administrative regulation, what is an "Interceptor"?
A device designed to prevent flooding in buildings.
A mechanism that filters out large debris from wastewater.
A device designed and installed so as to separate and retain deleterious, hazardous, or undesirable matter from normal wastes.
A tool used to measure the flow rate of wastewater.
What is the function of a "House sewer"?
Part of drainage system that extends from end of building vent and extends out of the building
Part of drainage system that extends from end of building drain to point of disposal
Part of drainage system that extends from end of building branch to point of fixture
To provide a backup system for the municipal sewer.
What does the term "Invert" refer to in plumbing terminology?
A type of pipe that allows water to flow uphill
The highest portion of the inside of any horizontal pipe
The lowest portion of the inside of any horizontal pipe
A device that prevents backflow in a drainage system
What is the definition of "Load factor" in the context of plumbing?
The weight that a pipe can support without breaking
The percentage of the total connected fixture unit flow that is likely to occur at any point in the drainage system
The maximum amount of water a system can handle during peak usage
The ratio of waste to water in a plumbing system
According to the document, what does "Local vent stack" mean?
A stack that services a single fixture
A stack that is used to vent the entire building
A vertical pipe that allows for the removal of foul air from a room or fixture
A vertical pipe that loops back to connect with a stack vent instead of a vent stack
What is a "Loop vent"?
A vent that connects directly to the sewer line
A circuit vent that loops back to connect with a stack vent instead of a vent stack
A vent that releases excess pressure in the pipes
A vent that is used for large industrial buildings only
What does "Nurse's station" mean in this context?
A place where medical supplies are stored
An area designated for patient care coordination, typically found in hospitals or medical facilities
A station for administering vaccinations
A medical facility for training nurses
What does "Plumbing inspector" mean according to the document?
A person responsible for the installation of plumbing systems.
A duly authorized employee or agent of the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction.
A professional plumber who is responsible for repairing plumbing systems.
An individual who conducts water quality tests for plumbing systems.
According to the text, what is the definition of "Potable water"?
Water that is used for heating purposes.
Water that is free from impurities present in amounts sufficient to cause disease or harmful physiological effects.
Water that is found within the soil and used for irrigation.
Water that is stored in public reservoirs for emergency use.
What is the meaning of "Private or private use" in the context of plumbing fixtures?
Fixtures intended for the use of the general public or commercial establishments.
Fixtures that are used in public restrooms and facilities.
Fixtures that apply to fixtures in residences and apartments and to fixtures in private bathrooms of hotels as well as similar installations in other buildings where the fixtures are intended for the use of a family or an individual.
Fixtures that are used in government buildings exclusively.
What does "Public sewer" mean?
A sewer system that is only for the use of a single household.
A sewer system that is managed by a private company.
common sewer directy controlled by public authority
A sewer system that is used exclusively for industrial waste disposal.
What is the definition of "Septic tank" as per the document?
A tank used for storing potable water.
A tank where chemical waste is neutralized.
A tank for temporary storage of sewage before it is treated.
A watertight receptacle that receives the discharge of a building's sanitary sewage.
What does the term "Sewage ejector" refer to?
A device for supporting and securing pipe fixtures.
A device for lifting sewage by entraining it in a high velocity jet of steam or air.
A device for sterilizing utensils under pressure.
A structure containing artificial body of water for recreational bathing.
What is a "Stack vent"?
the extension of a soil or waste stack above the highest horizontal drain connected to the stack
Vent that culminates a variety of fixtures and feeds them to outside air above an air gap
Combined vent for many like fixtures that extends vertically to atmospheric air
the extension of a soil or waste stack above the lowest horizontal drain connected to the stack
What is the definition of "Trap" in the context of plumbing?
A device for conveying rainwater and other liquid wastes.
A fitting or device that provides a liquid seal to prevent the emission of sewer gases without materially affecting the flow of sewage or waste water through it.
A tank or pit for receiving sewage or liquid waste.
A device for lifting sewage by using a high velocity jet of steam or air.
What does "Trap seal" mean?
The vertical distance between the crown weir and the top of the dip of the trap.
A device for sterilizing medical instruments.
The horizontal alignment of a stack vent.
A device for supporting and securing pipe fixtures and equipment.
Which term describes a device for lifting sewage by draining it in a high velocity jet of steam or air?
Sewage ejector
Sump pump
Stack vent
Trap
What does "Vacuum breaker, non-pressure type (atmospheric)" refer to?
A vacuum breaker designed to operate under conditions of static line pressure.
A device that conveys water from the water-service pipe to the point of usage.
A vacuum breaker that is not designed to be subjected to static line pressure.
A pipe that connects directly with a house drain, waste, or soil stack.
What is the purpose of a "Vent system"?
To prevent backflow and to protect trap seals from siphonage and back pressure.
To discharge waste from fixtures other than water closets.
To convey water ejected by a water-supply fixture into the atmospheric outlet.
To supply water to a boiler or heating system.
What is a "Water service pipe"?
The pipe that receives the discharge of any fixture except water closets.
The pipe from the water main or other source of potable water supply to the water distributing system of the building served.
A pipe that conveys water from the distributing pipe to the point of usage.
A pipe that connects directly with a house drain, waste, or soil stack.
Which of the following best describes a "Wet vent"?
A vent that receives the discharge of wastes other than from water closets.
A pipe that prevents air pressure changes in the stack.
A pipe that ventilates a house drainage system to prevent trap siphonage.
A pipe that conveys water ejected from the water-service pipe to the point of usage.
What are the continuing Education Requirements for all journeyman and Master plumbers
10 hours
6 hours
4 hours
8 hours
How often can a homeowner obtain a plumbing permit for the construction of a new home
6 years
6 months
5 years
5 months
What is the base fee and the plumbing fixture fee for a residential installation
50 base 7 fixture
40 base 14 fixture
50 base 14 fixture
40 base 7 fixture
Permit fee for a residential dwelling with 1 - Sewer Service, 2- WC, 2- LAV, 1 - KSU, 1 - ACW, 2-BT, 1 - WH, 1 - Water service
190 $
204 $
166 $
176 $
A.P.M.L. stands for what
Accepted Pipe Material List
Accepted Parts Material List
Approved Part Materials List
Approved Piping Modification List
What temperature is considered "Hot Water"
110
120
130
140
Fitting or device that provides liquid seal to prevent emission of sewer gases without materially affecting the flow of sewage or waste water through it
backflow preventer
plug
trap
trap primer
SDR stands for
Standard Dimensional Ratio
Structural Dimensional Reinforcement
Standard Diagonal Ratio
Structure Dimensional Rate
Means that portion of a fixture drain between trap and its vent
fixture branch
fixture supply
circuit vent
trap arm
What does ANSI stand for?
American National Sanitation Institute
American Notational Sanitation Institution
American National Standards Institute
American Notational Sanitation Incorporated
What does APML stand for?
(a)
ASTM
American Society Training Material
American Society Testing Materials
American Society Toilet Management
American Society Testing Modules
ASME stand for?
American School Mechanical Engineers
American Society Mechanical Enterprises
American Sanitation Mechanical Engineers
American Society Mechanical Engineers
What does ASSE stand for
(a)
