WorksheetsWater Efficiency Regulatory Requirements
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 7mins
What is the purpose of the Public Utilities Act?
To regulate the supply of piped water for human consumption
To promote water conservation
To manage and work the water installations of the Board
All of the above
What does the Singapore Standard 636:2018 - Code of Practice for Water Services set out?
The maximum allowable flow rates
The best water conservation flow rates
The accepted standard of good practice in plumbing work
All of the above
What is the maximum allowable flush volume for small size urinals?
0.5 litres
1.0 litres
1.5 litres
2.0 litres
What should be installed at all wash basins and shower points in non-domestic premises?
Manual taps
Self-closing delayed-action taps
Regular taps
None of the above
What should be installed at all wash basin taps, wash basin mixers, shower taps, shower mixers, bib taps, sink taps and mixers?
Constant flow regulators
Water meters
Recycling systems
What type of water sources should be used for non-potable uses?
Industrial water
Drinking water
Rainwater
Why is water conservation important in Singapore?
To reduce electricity consumption
Due to limited natural freshwater sources
To promote tourism
What is the capacity threshold for baths to incorporate recycling facilities?
250 litres
500 litres
100 litres
What does SS577:2012 provide organizations with?
A framework for water efficiency
Mandatory water usage goals
A list of water products
What is defined as a public toilet?
A toilet with free access to the general public
A toilet in a private residence
A toilet in a school
What does the Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme (WELS) help consumers with?
Making informed choices on water efficiency
Finding the cheapest products
Identifying luxury items
What is the grading system used in the Mandatory Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme (MWELS)?
0/1/2/3 ticks
A/B/C/D grades
1-10 scale
What is the minimum water efficiency standard for washing machines from 1 October 2015?
2-tick water efficiency rating
1-tick water efficiency rating
3-tick water efficiency rating
