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WorksheetsUnit 108: Above Ground Drainage
Total questions: 36
Worksheet time: 18mins
What is the focus of Unit 108 in the Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing Studies?
Below ground drainage
Above ground drainage
Electrical systems
Heating systems
What is the primary use of hand tools for a plumber?
Cooking
Working with waste pipe and rainwater guttering
Painting
Gardening
Practical instruction on the use of tools, along with discussion of their potential dangers and required maintenance, will form an important part of your ______.
Hobby
Training
Vacation
Entertainment
What is a universal hardpoint saw useful for?
Cutting metal pipes
Cutting plastic soil and waste pipe
Cutting wood
Cutting glass
When using a universal hardpoint saw, plastic will always ______ the saw teeth quite quickly.
Sharpen
Blunt
Polish
Rust
What should you check before using a saw?
The teeth are sharp and the handle is not damaged
The blade is clean
The saw is new
The handle is painted.
After using a saw, make sure the ______ is replaced over the teeth.
guard
handle
blade
cover
What is the primary function of a de-burring tool in plumbing?
To cut pipes
To create threads
To remove burrs for a water-tight seal
To measure pipe length.
A de-burring tool is used to create a ________ end of pipe, which enables a good water-tight seal.
rough
smooth
burr-free
jagged
What should you inspect before using the de-burring tool?
The handle for damage
The blade for sharpness
The tool's weight
The tool's color
Before using the de-burring tool, make sure the tool is ______.
Dull
Sharp
Heavy
Light
What is the purpose of using medium files in plumbing?
To paint pipes
To remove burrs and create a chamfer
To cut pipes
To weld pipes.
Files come in various shapes such as flat, half-round, and ______.
square
triangular
round
hexagonal
What should you do after using a file on plastic pipes?
Leave it as is
Clean the teeth
Sharpen the file
Replace the handle
Before using a file, inspect the ______ to make sure it is not damaged or missing.
teeth
handle
blade
edge
What should you ALWAYS do when re-securing a file handle?
Push the handle down onto the file
Push the file into the handle by pushing it downwards onto a hard surface
Pull the file out of the handle
Twist the handle onto the file
When re-securing a file handle, you should NEVER push the handle down onto the file because ____.
A) it might break the file
B) the taper on the file goes into your hand
C) it will not secure the handle
D) it is unnecessary.
What is one of the benefits of using plastic pipe cutters?
They are expensive
They make life a lot easier
They are difficult to use
They produce burrs.
Plastic pipe cutters produce a clean cut with no burrs and some even produce the ______ when cutting the pipe.
groove
chamfer
notch
ridge
What is the primary use of string lines in plumbing?
To measure water pressure
To align pipework or clips correctly
To cut pipes
To seal joints.
Fill in the blank: String lines are used to gain a 'line' so that pipework or clips can be aligned correctly, whether _______ or at an angle.
B) horizontal
C) diagonal
D) circular
What is the primary use of a chalk line in plumbing?
To cut pipes
To mark the position of long lengths
To measure water pressure
To seal pipe joints
A chalk line is used to mark the position of long lengths for either pipe runs or _______.
Wiring
Trunking
Painting
Drilling
What is a string line used for in plumbing?
To mark walls with chalk
To give a straight line
To cut pipes
To measure water pressure
A string line is similar to a chalk line except it has no ______.
string
chalk powder
plumb line
water
What is a common issue with both chalk and string lines?
They are too short
They are expensive
They are notorious for getting tangled up
They are waterproof.
To avoid tangles, great care needs to be taken to ______ the string into the housing after use.
cut
rewind
stretch
knot
What should be done when the string begins to fray and break?
Replace the entire string
Repair using a knot that is small enough to enter the housing
Use a thicker string
Ignore it.
When the string breaks, it should be repaired using a knot that is ______ enough to enter the housing.
large
small
tight
loose
What is the primary use of a plumb bob in plumbing?
To measure water pressure
To gain the vertical line
To cut pipes
To seal joints
The plumb bob is used to gain the _______ line, in this case for a down pipe.
horizontal
diagonal
vertical
parallel
Why is it important for a professional plumber to keep tools in good working condition?
To save money on replacement tools
To ensure high-quality work
Both A and B
None of the above.
Keeping tools in good working condition helps avoid ______.
Additional costs
Customer complaints
Delays in work
All of the above.
What is necessary to wear when working with plastic waste pipe and rainwater guttering?
Casual clothes
Personal protective equipment
Formal attire
No specific clothing
When working at heights, it is important to follow the ________.
fashion trends
risk assessment
weather forecast
lunch schedule
Which of the following is considered Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in plumbing?
High-viz jacket
Laptop
Smartphone
Notebook
