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City & Guilds 9189, 6189 & 6035 Unit 003 Environmental awareness - Plumbing
City & Guilds 9189, 6189 & 6035 Unit 003 Environmental awareness - Plumbing
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City & Guilds 9189, 6189 & 6035 Unit 003 Environmental awareness Plumbing - Plumbing
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Customers who are interested in energy efficiency should consult Building Regulation?
Part M (Approved document M1)
Part J (Approved document J1)
Part K (Approved document K1)
Part L (Approved document L1)
2
What term do we use to describe the image?
Turbine farm
Wind farm
Wind array
Propeller array
3
The main advantage of dressing (pre fabricating) radiators prior to installation, is that it?
Reduces the risk of leakage
Reduces the risk of damage to the décor
Makes the radiator easier to handle
Helps to ensure none of the valve components are lost
4
Which one of the following is not a zero carbon source of energy?
Hydroelectric
Solar thermal
Solar photovoltaic
Tidal power
5
To ensure compliance with Building Regulation requirements, primary pipework must be insulated?
Within 0.5 m of the cylinder
Within 1.0 m of the cylinder
Within 2.0 m of the cylinder
Within 1.5 m of the cylinder
6
Carbon dioxide is produced when using?
LPG heating equipment
Fluxes for soldering
Lubricating oil in threading machines
Solvent cement for plastics pipework
7
What does SEDBUK stand for?
Seasonal Effectiveness of Domestic Boilers in the UK
Standards of Effectiveness of Domestic Boilers in the UK
Scheme for Efficiency of Domestic Boilers in the UK
Seasonal Efficiency of Domestic Boilers in the UK
8
In terms of energy efficiency the term SEDBUK relates to the?
Type of energy used to power a domestic heating system
Maximum energy output of a boiler
Amount of harmful emissions from a domestic property
Seasonal efficiency of a boiler
9
Building Regulations for newly built dwellings require?
Control of space heating temperatures
Minimum space heating temperatures
Insulation of all surface mounted pipework
Insulation of all pipework in airing cupboards
10
What following processes uses a non-renewable fossil fuel as part of the jointing process?
Soldered jointing of copper pipework
Jointing copper pipework with compression fittings
Push fit plastics pipework connections
Jointing malleable steel pipe by screw thread fittings
11
An environmentally friendly benefit of prefabrication is that?
Multiple soldering of joints is carried out at the same time
Large pipework runs can be fixed in one go with min effort
Pipework is fixed in sections
Joints can be soldered individually
12
Which of the following is true?
Biomass is carbon neutral
Solar thermal has a low set-up cost
Air and ground source heat pumps are high maintenance
Solar panels must face north towards the sun
13
Who is allowed to decommission refrigerant circuits on a ground source heat pump?
F gas qualified person
Domestic gas qualified person
Industrial gas qualified person
Heat pump installer
14
What does WRAS stand for?
Water Regulations Advisory Scheme
Water Regulations Advice Systems
Water Related Advisory Scheme
Water Regulations Arbitration Scheme
15
What is the minimum efficiency percentage for gas boilers fitted in new buildings?
90%
96%
86%
80%
16
A boiler interlock is?
A boiler fault which prevents it from firing up
A situation in which the boiler fires continually
A failure of the boiler feed to the hot water cylinder
An arrangement of system controls
17
Ground source and air source heat pumps work on the same principle as which domestic appliance?
A Boiler
A Television
A Water softener
A Refrigerator
18
The main aim of energy conservation is to reduce?
Emissions of CO² into the atmosphere
Domestic fuel bills
CFC levels
Emissions of CO into the atmosphere
19
The Code for Sustainable Homes is aimed at which sector of the construction industry?
Civil
Domestic
Commercial
Industrial
20
Disposal of which one of the following household appliances is controlled by legislation?
Gas cookers
Dishwashers
Washing machines
Refrigerators
21
Which one of the following types of fuel does not contain carbon?
Oil
LPG
Solar radiation
Natural gas
22
How many litres of water are used in a low-volume flush WC, on a short flush?
5 litres
3 litres
6 litres
4 litres
23
Which friendly way of reducing limescale in hot water pipework and appliances is the use of a?
Power flusher
Chemical inhibitor
Electrolytic scale inhibitor
Non acidic de-scaler
24
Savings can be made in the amount of fuel used to heat a house, by advising the customer of the
Best settings for heating system controls
Cost of fuel from different suppliers
Rating of the boiler on full load
Outputs from individual radiators
25
What is the correct term for recycling waste water?
Grey water recycling
Blue water recycling
Black water recycling
Green water recycling
26
What term do we use to describe the image?
Tidal energy
Wave array
Propeller array
Costal energy
27
Which one of the following is a renewable energy source?
Oil
Natural gas
LPG
Ground source heat pump
28
Which one of the following is a non-renewable fuel source?
Solar thermal array
LPG
Wind turbine
Ground source heat pump
29
An example of an environmentally sound process, is jointing?
Rainwater gutter by snap-in type joints
Steel pipes by oxy-acetypene welding
Copper pipe by means of soldered joints
Plastic water pipes by means of solvent cement
30
When decommissioning, which of the following processes is most beneficial to the environment?
Leaving waste for the customer to dispose of correctly
No need to sort waste this is done at the disposal site
Sorting waste before disposal
Taking all waste to a specialist disposal site
31
What type of environmentally friendly power can be used directly for hot water heating purposes
Solar photovoltaic
Hydroelectric
Solar
Wind
32
The most damaging effect on the environment would be to?
Flush out a domestic central heating system
Flush out sediment from a cold water cistern
Pour waste cutting oil down a gulley
Pour coloured dye down a gulley
33
Fuels fall into two categories. What are these two categories?
Renewable and non-renewable
Renewable and waste
Expensive and cheap
Non-renewable and usable
34
What could be reduced if rainwater harvesting was installed extensively in a specific area?
Instances of flooding during heavy rainfall
The instances of burst main cold water supply pipes
The instances of overflows from cold water storage tanks
The growth of grass and flowers
35
The best way to help ensure minimal wastage of materials, is to?
Use more pipe bends
Use more ‘T’ pieces
Measure accurately
Use more elbow connections
36
Which one of the following is a renewable energy source?
LPG
Natural gas
Oil
Solar power
37
How long should a business keep a Waste Transfer Note?
For at least one year
For at least four years
For at least two years
For at least three years
38
Which one of the following has the highest efficiency rating?
An oil fired boiler
A natural gas fire
An electric fire
An LPG fire
39
Which one of the following is a non-renewable fuel source?
Electrical energy produced by a wind farm
Oil supplied for heating purposes
Hydro-electric power for industrial purposes
Solar heating used for domestic hot water
40
Which one of the following is classified as a high carbon producer?
Wind power
Natural gas
Biomass
Combined Heat and Power (CHP)
41
The most energy efficient jointing method is?
Soldered fittings
Push fit fittings
Solvent cement welding
Oxy-acetylene welding
42
Which would help to increase the energy efficiency of a central heating system?
Two-way gate valve
Thermostatic Radiator Valve
Radiator clamp
Immersion key
43
Which one of the following is classified as toxic waste?
Scrap metal
Refrigerants
Copper pipe
PVC
44
Which one of the following organisations provides information about alternative energy sources?
Energy Saving Trust
SEDBUK
HSE
Greenpeace
45
Upon the completion of an installation job, the customer should always be left with?
An assortment of spare parts for each new appliance
Guidance literature from manufacturers
The delivery notes for the appliances fitted
The receipts for all the materials used
46
To improve the efficiency of a central heating system, the first suggested action should be to?
Fit a non-return valve to the cylinder
Replace the mid position valve
Renew the pump and valves
Correctly set the system controls
47
The energy efficiency of a domestic hot water system will be reduced by the use of?
Bypasses
3-port mid position valves
Dead legs
Pipe ‘T’s
48
The plumbing installer should provide the householder with?
The servicing procedures for appliances
A Bill of Quantities for the installation
Completion certificates for drainage work
The operating instructions for appliances
49
How many litres of water are used in a low-volume flush WC, on a full flush?
6 litres
5 litres
8 litres
7 litres
50
Which of the following is one of the key aims of the Water Regulations?
To prevent the waste of water
To waste water
To prevent the use of water
To consume water
51
Which one of the following materials should be separated from rubbish that will be burnt?
Polystyrene packaging
Steel wool
Cardboard packaging
Shavings
52
Which one of the following is a non-renewable fuel source?
Solar heating used for domestic hot water
Electrical energy produced by a wind farm
LPG Gas supplied for heating purposes
Hydro-electric power for industrial purposes
53
Which one of the following types of packaging should never be disposed of by burning?
Cardboard
Polystyrene
Wooden crates
Wooden pallets
54
Which one of the following is a non-renewable fuel source?
Electrical energy produced by a wind farm
Natural Gas supplied for heating purposes
Hydro-electric power for industrial purposes
Solar heating used for domestic hot water
55
Before a septic tank can be constructed, approval must be obtained from the?
Health & Safety Commission
Environment Agency
Local Water Company
Building Control Department
56
Which of the following appliances requires specialist disposal?
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Refrigerator
Gas cooker
57
Which of the following installation procedures uses the least amount of non-renewable resources
Jointing ground floor pipework, then all 1st floor pipework
Jointing each solder fitting separately
Carrying out all soldered pipework jointing at the same time
Jointing pipework in sections
58
Which one of the following is a non-renewable fuel source?
Ground source heat pump
Natural gas
Wind turbine
Solar thermal panel
59
In order to reduce carbon emissions, what must a new building have?
GHS certificate
SAP rating
GHSP
CWSC
60
Which one of the following is a renewable energy source?
Natural gas
Wood chip burning boiler
Oil
LPG
61
Which one of the following does not produce emissions that are hazardous to the environment?
Oil fired central heating boiler
Gas central heating boiler
Gas multi-point water heater
Cylinder heated by solar power
62
Which one of the following can be supplied with water from a rainwater harvesting system?
Bath tap
Toilet cistern
Kitchen sink
Shower
63
It is essential for a plumber to contact the site supervisor?
Before soldering a series of joints
If there has been a delivery of sheet lead to site
Before installing a central heating boiler
If the presence of asbestos is suspected
64
Which one of the following is low carbon technology?
Natural gas
Biomass
Wind
Tidal
65
What do the initials SAP stand for?
Seasonal Adjustment Procedures
Seasonal Adjustment Protection
Standard Assessment Procedure
Standard Architectural Practice
66
Which one of the following is the best way to get rid of scrap waste copper pipework?
Never remove scrap as it is against the law
Take it to a local tip facility
By fly tipping
Take it to a scrap merchant
67
What part of the Building Regulations covers SAP (The Standard Assessment Procedure)?
Part L
Part G
Part F
Part M
68
Which of the following does not produce emissions that are hazardous to the environment?
Gas multi-point boiler
Solar power
Oil-fired boiler
Gas central heating boiler
69
Installing which one of the following is most likely to help reduce water consumption?
Dual flush cisterns
An overflow pipe
A warning pipe
A double check valve
70
On a large construction site, waste materials should normally be disposed of by?
Burning (incineration)
Ground-workers
Putting it in skips
Burying it under topsoil
71
It is suspected that asbestos has been discovered. A plumber’s first action should be to?
Ring the company office and ask for the appropriate PPE
Thoroughly soak the material in water and continue with work
Stop work immediately & report it to your supervisor
Contact HSE directly and ask them to send out an inspector
72
What term do we use to describe the image?
Air source heat pump system
Flat source heat pump system
Slinkey source heat pump system
Ground source heat pump system
73
Applying good energy efficiency procedures should ensure reduced emissions of?
Methane
Water vapour
Carbon monoxide
Carbon dioxide
74
The most energy efficient boiler is the?
Combined primary storage unit
Condensing boiler
Economy 7 boiler
Combination boiler
75
The symbol used to indicate that an appliance is energy efficient is?
B
D
A
C
