WorksheetsL1 plumbing revision unit 109
Total questions: 38
Worksheet time: 20mins
Which of the following is a common method for joining copper pipes?
Welding
Soldering
Gluing
Screwing
What is the primary advantage of using push fit systems in plumbing?
Requires no special tools
More expensive
Requires soldering
Less reliable
Which type of fitting uses a ring of solder pre-installed inside the fitting?
Compression fitting
Solder ring fitting
Push fit fitting
End feed fitting
What personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential when using a blow torch?
Safety goggles
Ear plugs
Hard hat
Respirator
Which hand tool is commonly used to cut copper pipes?
Hacksaw
Pipe cutter
Pliers
Screwdriver
What is the main component of a compression fitting?
O-ring
Olive
Washer
Nut
What is the first step in the solder ring installation process?
Apply flux
Heat the joint
Clean the pipe and fitting
Insert the pipe into the fitting
Which gas is commonly used with a blow torch for plumbing work?
Butane
Propane
Methane
Ethane
What is the main advantage of using end feed fittings?
Cost-effective
Requires no heat
Easier to install
More durable
Which of the following is NOT a type of compression fitting?
Straight coupling
Elbow
Tee
Solder ring
What should be done after inserting the pipe into a push fit fitting?
Apply flux
Tighten with a wrench
Check for leaks
Heat the joint
Which PPE is recommended to protect your hands while working with copper pipes?
Safety goggles
Ear plugs
Gloves
Respirator
What is the purpose of flux in the soldering process?
To clean the pipe
Enhance solder flow
To cool the joint
To seal the joint
Which of the following is a benefit of using push fit fittings?
Requires soldering
Can be easily disassembled
More expensive
Requires special tools
Which type of fitting is typically used for permanent joints in copper pipework?
Compression fitting
Push fit fitting
Solder ring fitting
End feed fitting
What is the main disadvantage of using compression fittings?
Requires special tools
More expensive
Less reliable
Requires soldering
Which hand tool is used to tighten compression fittings?
Pipe cutter
Adjustable spanner
Hacksaw
Pliers
What should be done after heating the joint in the solder ring installation process?
Apply flux
Insert the pipe into the fitting
Allow the joint to cool
Tighten with a wrench
What is the main purpose of using a blow torch in plumbing?
To cut pipes
To heat joints for soldering
To apply flux
To tighten fittings
What is the main function of a olive in a compression fitting?
To seal the joint
To provide support
To prevent leaks
To hold the pipe in place
Which hand tool is used to remove burrs from the outside of a copper pipe?
File
Reamer
Hacksaw
Pliers
What should be done before applying flux in the soldering process?
Heat the joint
Clean the pipe and fitting
Insert the pipe into the fitting
Tighten with a wrench
Which of the following is a disadvantage of using end feed fittings?
Requires soldering
More expensive
Less reliable
Requires special tools
What is the main advantage of using solder ring fittings?
Requires no heat
Easier to install
More durable
Cost-effective
Which type of fitting is typically used for temporary joints in copper pipework?
Compression fitting
Push fit fitting
Solder ring fitting
End feed fitting
What is the main disadvantage of using push fit fittings?
Requires soldering
More expensive
Less reliable
Requires special tools
Which hand tool is used to bend copper pipes?
Pipe cutter
Pipe bender
Hacksaw
Pliers
What should be done after applying flux in the soldering process?
Heat the joint
Clean the pipe and fitting
Insert the pipe into the fitting
Tighten with a wrench
what are the 2 gases used for soldering
mapp
butane
propane
calor
Gas should be stored
inside, laid down, secure and outside
inside, upright, secure and well ventilated
outside, locked cupboard, unsecure and well ventilated
Outside, upright, secure and well ventilated
what should we check visually on heat producing equipment
no damage to regulator thread, hose and blow torch
no damage to the paint, plastic or thread
no damage to the bottle, paint or plastic
no damage to the thread, bottle and paint
A safety requirement for a hacksaw should be
it is not scratched
no teeth are missing
the paintwork is not missing
it always has a new blade
A safety requirement for a blow torch is
label not missing
paint not scratched on bottle
correct flame pitcure
Maintenance requirement for an adjustable spanner is
adjustment wheel is free
ensure jaw not worn
gloves are worn
body not scratched
safety requirement for scissor benders
always use a guide
only use vice to hold
jammed fingers
wear gloves
Maintenance requirement for roller cutter
only used once a week
cutting wheel isnt blunt
kept dirty
handle free to rotate
What is the clipping distance for 15mm and 22mm pipework laid horizontal
1.2m / 1.5m
1.2m / 1.8m
1.8m / 2.1m
1.8m / 2.1m
vertical clipping distance for 15 and 22mm pipe work is 1.8m and 2.4m
True
False
