3.3 Quiz – Water Service and Components
- What is the definition of water service pipe?
- Which piping materials are permitted for underground water service piping?
- Are the transmission pipes below the street governed by the Canadian Plumbing Code?
- Are city water mains in Nova Scotia separate from the sprinkler water mains?
- What type of valve is used to connect the city water main and the water service pipe going to the building?
- Where is a curb cock installed?
- What is the component placed over a curb cock to allow the valve to be turned on and off?
- What is the first fitting or component installed on the water service pipe after it enters the building?
- Can a corporation stop be installed in a pressurized pipe (live tapping)?
- Why are thrust blocks installed in larger diameter piping systems?
- Why is a corporation stop installed above the horizontal center line of the water main?
- Why is a gooseneck installed on a water service pipe after the corporation cock?
- What happens to the bolts that are attached to the uni-flange when tightened to the proper torque?
- What are thrust rods, and why are they installed on larger piping?
- When using Polyethylene water service pipe, what fitting must be installed after the meter to protect the water service pipe?
- What are three types of fitting connections (joints) approved for underground water service pipe?