Question Excerpt1.Which of the following is the primary basics for sizing vertical rainwater piping in the Revised National Plumbing Code?

A.intensity of rainfall

B.wind direction

C.slope of roof

D.roof area

2.If ever pipes are to pass through masonry by using pipe sleeves, how far must each pipe be from each other?

A.Minimum of three diameters, center to center

B.Minimum of three diameters flushed from each hole

C.Minimum of 0.15 m on centers

D.Maximum of two diameters flushed from each hole

3.What Congress of the Republic of the Philippines approved after the third reading Rep. Act 1378 otherwise known as the Plumbing Law of the Philippines?

A.Third Congress

B.Sixth Congress

C.Second Congress

D.Fifth Congress

4.The appropriate sealant that will be used to cover void spaces between pipes and sleeves through concrete floors in the ground

A.bitumen

B.epoxy

C.grease

D.putty

5.What is not needed to be installed when a combination standpipe system is installed in accordance with the Fire Code?

A.dry standpipe

B.wet standpipe

C.sprinkler system

D.siamese connection

6.A type of drainage and venting system with universal branch line that is prohibited

A.single

B.dual

C.dependent

D.alternate

7.PD No. 1185 is another law that Master Plumbers used as their guide in the practice of the plumbing profession.What is PD No. 1185?

A.Accessibilty Law

B.Fire Code of the Philippines

C.Water Code of the Philippines

D.Code of Sanitation

8.When permitted by DENR, which of the following below is NOT used as a basis in determining the type of the private sewage disposal system to be used?

A.SOIL POROSITY

B.GROUND WATER LEVEL

C.NUMBER OF OCCUPANTS

D.LOCATION

9.In the excreta drainage system, which of the following pipe materials should not be used underground?

A.vitrified clay pipe

B.hubless cast iron

C.galvanized wrought iron

D.none of the above

10.What is the minimum pipe size of the standpipe if the highest outlet is located more than 23 meters above the Fire Service connection?

A.3 inches

B.6 inches

C.5 inches

D.4 inches

11.The Building Code stated that all dry standpipe outlets shall be equipped with valves having substantial chains. What kind of valve is this?

A.Check valve

B.Globe valve

C.Gate valve

D.Ball valve

12.Who is authorized to issue rules and regulations to carry into effect the objectives of Rep. Act 1378?

A.Board of Master Plumbers

B.Congress of the Philippines

C.President of the Philippines

D.Professional Regulation Commision

13.What kind of septic tank is prohibited?

A.CONCRETE

B.STEEL

C.PLASTIC

D.WOODEN

14.What is the PRC Resolution Number is issued by the Board of Master Plumbing for the adoption and promulgation of the Revised National Plumbing Code of the Philippines?

A.Res. No. 2

B.Res. No. 1378

C.Res. No. 4

D.Res. No. 962

15.Building sewers shall be tested by completely filling the sewer with water from the ___

A.lowest to the highest point

B.lowest to at least ground level

C.lowest to at least a 10-foot head

D.lowest to at least a 5-foot head

16.What portion of the trap should the vent pipe opening will not go below from a soil or waste pipe?

A.slip joint

B.weir

C.sleeve

D.seal

17.What is the minimum number of approved slip joints fittings may be used on the putlet side of the trap?

A.three

B.two

C.none

D.one

18.What is the masimum length of the fire hose that shall be equipped on wet standpipes?

A.12 meters

B.23 meters

C.17 meters

D.25 meters

19.How many units do the controversial Article 3.2.2.2 of PD 1096 otherwise known as the National Building Code limits the practice of Master Plumber?

A.20

B.10

C.5

D.50

20.The following are the data required whenever a Registered Master Plumber sign the blueprint of the building plan EXCEPT

A.Date of PRC registration

B.PTR date

C.Registration expiry date

D.none of these

21.The minimum requirement for the slope of horizontal drainage pipes between manholes is

A.2%

B.2 1/2%

C.3%

D.4%

22.What is the fee if an expired plumbing permit is renewed?

A.P 150.00

B.Equal to the original fee

C.Double of the original fee

D.1/2 of the original fee

23.Of the four board subjects given for Master Plumbers examination, which of this subject was originally split into two subject?

A.Practical Problems

B.Design And Installations

C.Plumbing Code

D.Plumbing Arithmetic

24.Wet venting is applied whenever

A.there are 1 or 2 fixtures at every level

B.fixtures are of the same level

C.fixtures are not vented individually

D.none of these

25.What is the maximum distance as where supports of vertical cast iron soil pipes are made?

A.every 3.0 m

B.every meter

C.every storey

D.every joint

26.In 1966- 1969, the Board of Master Plumbers and NAMPAP prepared a curriculum for Plumbing Engineering and approved by the Department of Education. What was the first school that introduced the Plumbing Engineering curriculum?

A.Feati University

B.University of the Philippines

C.Mapua Institute of Technology

D.National University

27.In the water test of the entire plumbing system all openings should be tightly closed except at

A.producing cleanouts

B.highest opening

C.stack vent

D.bleeders

28.Aside from galvanized steel, what is the other material for dry standpipe that the Building Code allows?

A.PVC pipe

B.Wrought iron

C.PE pipe

D.Brass

29.Except on what fixture does the vent pipe opening from the soil or waste pipe must not be below the weir of the trap?

A.lavatory

B.kitchen sink

C.bath tub

D.water closet

30.With what standard specification must all pipe materials must conform to?

A.Product Strandard of the Philippines

B.Interational Producers Standard

C.Philippine Standard Council

D.Department of Trade and Industry

31.A plumbing permit shall expire and become null and void if the plumbing work authorized therein if not started for how many days?

A.30 days

B.45 days

C.100 days

D.365 days

32.When shall the installation of plumbing equipment to supply building or structures from existing water supply system only be allowed to?

A.If the water demand is inadequate

B.Whenever the water supply is scantity availbale

C.When there is always water in the main

D.When water is not available in the vicinity

33.What kind of concealed connections on fixtures that it is required to provide an access panel or utility at least 0.30 meter in its least dimension for easy inspection and repair?

A.slip joint

B.ball and socket

C.hubless

D.flanged

34.Whenever the piping is pressurized by a pump or ejector, what kind of pipe should not be used in the excreta drainage system?

A.vitrified clay pipe

B.hubless cast iron

C.galvanized wrought iron

D.none of these

35.Which of the following plumbing code in USA does the National Plumbing Code of the Philippines was being patterned for?

A.Standard Plumbing Code

B.ASPE Code

C.Uniform Plumbing Code

D.International Plumbing Code

36.Where the number of water closets in a floor level exceeds 20, how many of these shall be provided to the disabled persons?

A.1

B.2

C.3

D.4

37.Where should the overflow pipe lead for overhead tank installed on buildings?

A.Soil stack

B.Scuppers

C.Storm drain

D.Gutter

38.Which of the following could be omitted if the trap arm changes direction that does not exceed 90 degrees?

A.Wye

B.Cleanout

C.Long sweep

D.Combination of 1/8 bend and wye

39.What is the maximum allowable lead content of pipe and fitting for potable piping system?

A.0%

B.2%

C.5%

D.8%

40.One of the Code of Ethics for Master Plumber states "Take advantage of a salaried ____ position to complete unfairly with a practicing Master Plumber." What is the missing word?

A.HIGHER

B.GOVERNMENT

C.PRIVATE

D.COMPETENT

41.If a septic tank has a compartment that exceed 3.7 m in length, what should be the additional requirement?

A.An additional manhole

B.Increase the size of the leaching chamber

C.Increase the number of compartments

D.Baffle wall is added

42.What is the maximum water pressure must standpipe fittings and connections must withstand to when ready for service?

A.21 kg/cm

B.34 kg/cm

C.15 kg/cm

D.8 kg/cm

43.What type of PVC female screws for water piping is prohibited under the code?

A.Tapped

B.Job fabricated

C.Seamless

D.Schedule 20 screws

44.What institution standart used as a reference for joining pipes?

A.ASSE

B.ASPE

C.ANSI

D.IAPMO

45.What is the minimum diameter of vent pipe is allowed in the revised Code?

A.1 inch

B.1 1/4 inch

C.2 inch

D.1 1/2 inch

46.Aside from Bell and Spigot, B & S in the code means

A.Ball and Socket

B.Browning and Smith

C.Butt and Soldered

D.Brown and Sharp

47.According to the Fire Code of the Philippines what is the required slope of all horizontal runs of dry standpipes system for purpose of drawing?

A.10%

B.20%

C.5%

D.2%

48.Accordingto Batas Pambansa Blg. 344, what type of urinal should be provided for disabled persons?

A.WALL-HUNG TYPE

B.PEDESTAL TYPE

C.TROUGH TYPE

D.NONE OF THESE

49.In order as not to impede the movement of a person in wheel chair and to have a convenient access on the lavatory, what is the allowable knee recess vertical clearance that will be provided?

A.0.50 m to 0.80 m

B.0.60 m to 0.80 m

C.0.40 m to 0.70 m

D.0.60 m to 0.70 m

50.Within how many days upon the approval of Rep. Act No. 1378 does it require to have a Board Examiners for Master Plumbers formed?

A.Thirty days

B.Fortyfive days

C.Sixty days

D.Fifteen days

51.Who is the current chairman of the Board of Examiners for Master Plumber?

A.Fortunato Amosco

B.Virgilio Simbulan

C.Jessie Mariano

D.Valerin Maogila

52.Unless serving sinks or urinals, cleanouts may be omitted on a horizontal drain line that is

A.equal to 2.0 meters

B.greater than 2.0 meters

C.less than 1.5 meters

D.none of these

53.What is the minimum number of years of experience must a Registered Master Plumber be before he can be a technical staff of a Building Office?

A.one year

B.three years

C.two years

D.five years

54.Where practical, all pipes from fixtures shall be run in what direction with respect to the nearest wall or building line?

A.offset

B.parallel

C.across

D.perpendicular

55.What shape of signage is shown for mens showroom?

A.SQUARE

B.CIRCLE

C.TRIANGLE

D.RECTANGLE

56.Who among the Board Examiners is not a signatory to PRC Resolution 04 that request for the adoption and promulgation of the Revised National Plumbing Code of the Philippines in 1999?

A.Imelda Perez

B.Aida Emely Luz

C.Fortunato Amosco

D.Jesus Pacheco

57.What is the type of Siamese connection that all 125-millimeter dry standpipes shall be equipped with?

A.three-way

B.two-way

C.four-way

D.one-way

58.What is the minimum pipe size of the standpipe if the highest outlet is located 23 meters or less above the Fire Service connection?

A.3 inches

B.6 inches

C.5 inches

D.4 inches

59.In sizing the grease interceptors, four elements are being used. Two of these elements are number of meals per peak hour and the waste flow rate. Whta are the other two elemets?

A.Slope and retention time

B.Storage factor and time of concentration

C.Retention time and storage factor

D.Percolation rate and time of concentration

60.To what provision does the design, construction and operation of deep wells for the abstraction of ground water will have to follow?

A.National Plumbing Code of the Philippines

B.National Standards for Drinking Water

C.Water Code of the Philippines

D.Code of Sanitation

61.What is the name of the professional orginazation for the Registered Master Plumbers here in the Philippines?

A.National Association of Master Plumbing of the Philippines

B.National Association of Master Plumbers of the Phillipines

C.National Master Plumbers Association of the Philippines

D.National Master Plumbing Association of the Philippines

62.What shall be issued by the Administrative Authority for the construction of a part of a large and/or complicated plumbing system before the entire plans and specifications for the whole system have been submitted or approved?

A.restraining order

B.partial permit

C.summon

D.evaluation sheet

63.For new, additional or altered plumbing installation not exceeding 20 units, the Building Code stated that a Licensed Master Plumber could sign and affix his seal on the follwing engineering documents except

A.Plumbing plan and layout

B.Design analysis and plans of the original installation

C.Isometric drawing

D.Guide specifications and bill of materials

64.According to the Code, the desgign of roof gutters is based on the maximum roof area. What is the shape of the gutter does the desgn table for storm sewer is being based to?

A.Circular

B.Restangular

C.Ovate

D.Semi-circular

65.For how many days shall the REvised National Plumbing Code will take effect following its complete publication in the Official Gazette?

A.100 days

B.60 days

C.50 days

D.30 days

66.The cover of gravity tanks shall be vented using a screened

A.return bend pipe

B.upright pipe

C.horizontal nipple

D.all of these

67.What is the minimum allowable interval for the support of plastic pipes when installed vertically

A.2ft

B.5ft

C.1 meter

D.1.5 meter

68.A fitting for lead-caulked joint that is prohibited when in vertical position

A.single hub

B.double hub

C.double tapped tee

D.all of these

69.Drainage piping serving fixtures located below the crown level of the main sewer shall discharge into an approved water tight

A.septic tank

B.sump

C.cesspool

D.leaching tank

70.In accordance to the Building Code, what must be provided in addition to septic tanks by building located in areas where there is no sanitary sewerage system whenever they will dispose their waste?

A.Baffle plate

B.Subsurface absorption filed

C.Imhoff tank

D.Settling chamber

71.Which of the following is a prohibited fixture inside a public toilet room?

A.faucet

B.drinking fountain

C.slop sink

D.bidet

72.What is the minimum dimension for a turning space in a water closet stall intended for disabled persons?

A.2.00 m

B.1.20 m

C.1.00 m

D.1.50 m

73.For at least how many working days shall a required for inspection of the plumbing works be filed before such inspection be intended?

A.7 working days

B.5 working days

C.3 working days

D.10 working days

74.When can a vertical piping be considered to be wet vented?

A.between openings of vent pipes

B.between any two consecutive inlet levels

C.on stack vent

D.when serving two water closets at different levels

75.NAMPAP is a professional organization of Registered Master Plumber under PRC. What is the PRC accreditation number of NAMPAP?

A.10

B.14

C.18

D.12

76.What is the nimimum floor area in every storey which is used for habitation, recreation, dining, study of work and which has an occupiped load of not more than 20, wherein a standard automatic extinguishing system is a

A.300 sq.m

B.200 sq.m

C.400 sq.m

D.500 sq.m

77.What installation standard is followed in joining plastic pipe and fittings by solvent cement?

A.ISO

B.ANSI

C.IAPMO

D.ASHRAE

78.A kind of cleanout plugs that will be installed in case where raised heads may cause hazards to passing personnel or vehicles.

A.depressed

B.countersunk

C.embedded

D.recessed

79.For the hot and cold water distribution system, on what side should the hot water supply be placed in combination fittings?

A.left

B.right

C.center

D.none of these

80.Who has the power to remove any member of the Board of Master Plumbers for neglect of duty, incompetence, malpratice and unprofessional or dishonorable conduct?

A.President of the Philippines

B.Civil Service Commisioner

C.Chairman of PRC Commisioners

D.Commision on Appointments

81.For a vertical drainage line that is installed to be truly in vertical position, what is the allowed degeree of the branch to be used?

A.10

B.45

C.30

D.60

82.What is the minimum number of water closet in a floor level wherein you have to provide 1 water closet for disabled persons as provided by Batas Pambansa Blg. 344? in excess of this number you have to provide 2.

A.12

B.15

C.20

D.10

83.Under the Accessibilty Law, what is the minimum area of water closet stalls?

A.1.7 x 1.8 meters

B.2.0 x 2.0 meters

C.1.5 x 1.8 meters

D.1.2 x 2.0 meters

84.What is the minimum total net inlet area of roof deck drains on roof deck used as sun decks and parking decks?

A.equal to the area of outlet pipe

B.equal to 4 times the area of outlet pipe

C.equal to 2 times the area of outlet pipe

D.equal to 1 1/2 times the area of outlet pipe

85.According to the Building Code of the Philippines what is the range in height above grade should the Siamese fire department conncetion be installed?

A.30 cm to 1.2 m

B.60 cm to 1.5 m

C.80 cm to 1.8 m

D.50 cm to 1.0 m

86.Article 3.2.2.2 of PD 1096 actually allows a Registered Master Plumber to sign and seal plans for new sanitary installations of more than twenty (20) plumbing units. Aside from being a Registered Master Plumber what is the other requirement that you must have before you can sign and seal it?

A.A registered engineer

B.An engineering graduate

C.Having a minimum experience of 5 years

D.A member of NAMPAP

87.According to Art 3.2.2.2 of PD 1096 what scope of work in plan preparation for new sanitary installations with more than 20 units does a sanitary engineer differs with a Registered Master Plumber?

A.Det. all drawings of septic tanks in the absence of disposal field

B.Sanitary plan, layout and details

C.Cost estimate

D.Isometric drawings of roughing in.

88.A stack, as defined in the code, is ___

A.the main vent

B.any vertical vent

C.the horizontal main of soil, waste, or vent stack

D.the vertical main of soil, waste, or vent piping that extends one or more stories

89.Who shall set the criteria for the quality of drinking water from meteoric, surface or underground sources?

A.National Water Resources Board

B.Department of Health

C.National Standards for Drinking Water

D.Department of Environment and Natural Resources

90.Which of the following is not included in a plumbing unit?

A.Water Meter

B.Floor Drain

C.Urinal

D.Laundry Tray

91.How does a pneumatic tank be designed to supply adequate water pressure in all floors of a building that will be in accordance with the Building Code?

A.Twice the maximum total dynamic pressure required

B.Equal to the total water supply fixture units

C.Twice the total demand per capita

D.Equal to the total dynamic head and minus all the head losses

92.Who was awarded as the most outstanding Registered Master Plumber for the Year 2011?

A.Dave Vela

B.Alberto Azarcon

C.Alberto Cabael

D.Thelma Cardente

93.In what year did NAMPAP was incorporated as a professional organization?

A.1935

B.1956

C.1946

D.1968

94.To allow cleaning of the soil and waste line each cleanout should be installed

A.in the direction of flow

B.opening upward

C.vertically above flow line

D.all of these

95.Aside from the number of fixture units connected to it, the size of the vent piping is determined by its

A.number of inlets

B.length

C.discharge

D.loading

96.If the discharge of a fixture or drain may contain solids or semisolids heavier than water that would be harmful to the drainage system or cause stopaage within the system, where the discharge must pass first?

A.Sand interceptor

B.Screen wire mesh

C.Wooden baffle

97.What is the minimum age requirement for an appointee to become a member of the Board of Master Plumbers?

A.Thirty years old

B.Twenty eight years old

C.Thirty two years old

D.Thirty five years old

98.What is the maximum height should a water closet have if it is intended for a disabled person.

A.0.40m

B.0.50m *

C.0.45m

D.0.35m

99.Under what law did plumbing became a duly recognized profession by the Philppine government?

A.Nat'l Plumbing Code of the Phil of 1959

B.Tydings McDuffie Act of 1905

C.Jones Law of 1907

D.Republic Act 1378

100.The following are grounds for non-issuance of the certificate of registration by the Board of Master Plumbers EXCEPT

A.convicted by court for any criminal offense

B.of unsound mind

C.guilty of immoral or dishonorable conduct

D.failure to pay the required fees

101.What government agency is tasked to set the criteria in the discharge of sanitary sewage from buildings or pretreated industrial wastewater directly into the nearest sanitary sewer main?

A.National Pollution Control Commission

B.Dept of Environment and Natural Resources

C.Department of Health

D.Department of Public Works

102.Who is empowered to administer the provision of Rep. Act 1378?

A.Office of the President

B.Congress of the Philippines

C.The Board of Examiners for Master Plumbers

D.Professional Regulation Commision

103.Except for plastic piping system, hot and cold water piping may be tested wtih ___

A.50 psi of the working pressure of the water in the system for at least 15 minutes

B.100 psi air for at least 10 minutes

C.35 psi air for at least 15 minutes

D.40 psi air or 150 psi water for 10 minutes

104.What should be done whenever a partition contains some piping and runs parallel to the floor joist underneath?

A.Notching should be introduced into the joist

B.Adjust the joist to make it perpendicular with the direction of pipe

C.Space the joist wider to accommodate the pipe

D.Double the joist

105.What is the shape for the signage for women's comfort room in order to aid visually impaired women readilty determine whether a washroom is for men or women?

A.CIRCLE

B.RECTANGLE

C.TRIANGLE

D.SQUARE

106.Which of the following is not considered as suds-producing fixture?

A.kitchen sink

B.bath tub

C.washing machine

D.bidet

107.What kind of joint is not allowed in cast iron pipe?

A.Welded

B.Threaded

C.Soldered

D.Ball and Spigot

108.What is the minimum horizontal clear dsitance from the septic tank to the property line of the adjoining private property?

A.1.0 m

B.1.2 m

C.1.5 m

D.1.8 m

109.Who was the first Charter President of NAMPAP?

A.Antonio Mansueto Sr.

B.Comelio G. Odvina

C.Jesus Tanghal Dera

D.Catalino C. Casupanan

110.According to Rep. Act 1378 for at leasrt how many years must the appointee to the Board of Master Plumbers must have been actively engaged in the trade of plumbing?

A.Ten years

B.Eight years

C.Two years

D.Five years

111.What is the minimum height of raised letters on an iron or bronze sign that will read "CONNECTION TO DRY STANDPIPE"?

A.20mm

B.1/4inch

C.25mm

D.30mm

112.Within how many meters away shall unions be installed from regulating equipment, water heater, conditioning tank and similar equipment which require removal for servicing or replacement?

A.2 ft

B.1 m

C.5 ft

D.0.3 m

113.Unless prohibited by structural conditions, what is the reference of each vertical vent pipes before offsetting horizontally to join the stack vent or vent stack?

A.invert of trap

B.air gap of fixture

C.water level inside the trap

D.highest flood level rim of fixture