Major Work Activity E – Installs, Tests And Services Fixtures, Appliances And Water Treatment Systems
Task E-14 Installs, tests and services plumbing fixtures and appliances
Task Descriptor
Plumbers install fixtures and appliances in a variety of buildings. Plumbers must take care in the installation of fixtures and appliances since this is an important stage of the plumbing installation process.
Plumbing fixtures and appliances are connected to the water and/or drainage and/or electrical or fuel systems.
For the purpose of this standard, service includes troubleshooting, diagnosing, maintenance and repairs.
E-14.01 Installs fixture supports
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Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
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E-14.01.01P |
lay out fixture location |
fixture location is laid out according to drawings, specifications, NPC and AHJ |
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E-14.01.02P |
determine and mark location of required backing |
location of required backing is determined and marked according to specifications |
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E-14.01.03P |
install backing |
backing is installed to ensure stability of fixture |
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E-14.01.04P |
assemble fixture supports |
fixture supports are assembled according to specifications |
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E-14.01.05P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to applications |
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E-14.01.06P |
mount supports to floor and walls |
supports are mounted to floor and walls using fasteners |
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E-14.01.07P |
level and plumb fixture supports |
fixture supports are leveled and plumb |
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E-14.01.08P |
set up a grouping of fixture supports |
grouping of fixture supports are set up to ensure grade, spacing and alignment |
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E-14.01.09P |
install fixture supports |
installation of fixture supports is completed in coordination with other trades |
Range of Variables
fixture supports include: brackets, carriers, wood backing
tools and equipment include: hammer drills, cordless drill, torpedo level, chop saw, wrenches
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E-14.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of plumbing fixtures, supports and accessories, their applications and operation |
identify types of plumbing fixtures and supports, and describe their characteristics and applications |
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identify plumbing accessories and describe their characteristics and applications |
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interpret information pertaining to plumbing fixtures, supports, and accessories found on drawings and specifications |
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interpret codes and regulations pertaining to plumbing fixtures, supports and accessories |
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identify tools and equipment relating to plumbing fixtures, supports and accessories and describe their applications and procedures for use |
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E-14.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used to install plumbing fixtures, supports and accessories |
describe the procedures used to install plumbing fixtures, supports and accessories |
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identify tools and equipment required to install plumbing fixtures, supports and accessories |
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describe hazards and safe work practices relating to installation of plumbing fixtures, supports and accessories |
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E-14.02 Installs plumbing fixtures and appliances
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Document Use, Thinking, Continuous Learning
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E-14.02.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used to install plumbing fixtures and appliances |
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E-14.02.02P |
verify rough-ins of carriers, plumbing connections and fixture and appliance dimensions |
rough-ins of carriers and plumbing connections are verified to be in appropriate locations, fixture and appliance dimensions are matched according to manufacturers’ specifications, NPC and AHJ |
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E-14.02.03P |
complete assembly and adjustment of fixture and appliance supports |
fixture and appliance supports are assembled and adjusted to ensure proper installation (off-site and on-site) |
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E-14.02.04P |
select fixture and appliance, and trim |
fixture and appliance, and trim are selected for specific application according to drawings, NPC, AHJ and specifications |
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E-14.02.05P |
install fixture and appliance |
fixture and appliance are installed plumb and level and are secured according to specifications and AHJ |
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E-14.02.06P |
verify proper operation of fixture and appliance |
operation of fixture and appliance is verified |
Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: strap, spud, basin wrenches
fixtures include: shower, water closet, lavatory, urinal, sinks
appliances include: water heater, coffee machine, ice maker, dishwasher
trim include: chrome traps, shower heads, grab bars
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E-14.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of plumbing fixtures, appliances and accessories, their applications and operation |
identify types of plumbing fixtures, plumbing appliances and supports, and describe their characteristics and applications |
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identify fixture and appliance accessories and describe their characteristics and applications |
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interpret information pertaining to plumbing fixtures, appliances and accessories found on drawings and specifications |
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interpret codes and regulations pertaining to plumbing fixtures, appliances and accessories |
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identify tools and equipment relating to plumbing fixtures, appliances and accessories and describe their applications and procedures for use |
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E-14.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used to install plumbing fixtures, appliances and accessories |
describe the procedures used to install plumbing fixtures, appliances supports and accessories |
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identify tools and equipment required to install plumbing fixtures, appliances supports and accessories |
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describe hazards and safe work practices relating to installation of plumbing fixtures, supports and accessories |
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Range of Variables
types of plumbing fixtures include: showers, water closets, lavatories, urinals, sinks
types of plumbing appliances include: water heater, coffee machine, ice maker, dishwasher
E-14.03 Tests plumbing fixtures and appliances
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Continuous Learning, Thinking, Document Use
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E-14.03.01P |
select and use testing equipment |
testing equipment is selected and used to detect faults |
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E-14.03.02P |
perform sensory inspection |
sensory inspection is performed to detect plumbing fixture and appliance problems |
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E-14.03.03P |
perform systems check |
systems check is performed to analyze operation and performance according to NPC, AHJ and specifications |
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E-14.03.04P |
adjust plumbing fixtures and appliances |
plumbing fixtures and appliances are adjusted for operation according to specifications and AHJ |
Range of Variables
faults include: leaks, inadequate operation, cracks
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C-14.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of plumbing fixtures and appliances and their application |
identify types of plumbing fixtures and appliances and describe their characteristics and applications |
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identify fixtures approved by AHJ, NPC, NBC and specifications |
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identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to plumbing fixtures and appliances |
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C-14.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used for testing plumbing fixtures and appliances |
describe the procedures used to test plumbing fixtures and appliances |
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identify plumbing fixtures and appliances testing tools and equipment |
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Range of Variables
testing tools and equipment include: thermometers, voltmeters, pressure meters
E-14.04 Services plumbing fixtures and appliances
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Thinking, Document Use, Oral Communication
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E-14.04.01P |
interpret client’s information |
client’s information is interpreted to assist in the diagnostic process |
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E-14.04.02P |
inspect plumbing fixtures and appliances |
fixtures and appliances are inspected for conditions that require repair |
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E-14.04.03P |
perform sensory inspection |
sensory inspection is performed to detect plumbing fixtures and appliances for conditions requiring service |
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E-14.04.04P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to applications |
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E-14.04.05P |
perform scheduled servicing of plumbing fixtures and appliances |
servicing of plumbing fixtures and appliances is performed according to service requirements |
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E-14.04.06P |
verify operation of plumbing fixtures and appliances |
operation of plumbing fixtures and appliances is verified according to manufacturers’ specifications |
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E-14.04.07P |
determine whether components require replacement or repair |
components are determined to be in need of repair or replacement according to industry standard |
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E-14.04.08P |
determine required isolation of plumbing fixtures and appliances |
isolation of plumbing fixtures and appliances is determined according to service requirements and NPC |
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E-14.04.09P |
notify owner of need to isolate and execute isolation |
owner is notified and isolation is executed |
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E-14.04.10P |
clean components |
components are cleaned to prolong life of system and maintain adequate flow |
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E-14.04.11P |
replace components |
components are replaced according to manufacturers’ specifications |
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E-14.04.12P |
repair components |
components are repaired according to manufacturers’ specifications |
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E-14.04.13P |
complete required documentation |
documentation is completed according to company policies and AHJ |
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E-14.04.14P |
return plumbing fixtures and appliances to service and verify system operation |
plumbing fixtures and appliances are returned to service and system operation is verified |
Range of Variables
conditions requiring repair includes: wear, noise, leaks, corrosion
documentation includes: service reports, maintenance reports
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E-14.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of plumbing fixtures and appliances, their applications and operation |
identify types of plumbing fixtures and appliances and describe their characteristics and applications |
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identify trim and accessories for plumbing fixtures and appliances and describe their characteristics and applications |
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interpret codes and regulations pertaining to plumbing fixtures and appliances |
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E-14.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used to maintain plumbing fixtures and appliances |
describe the procedures used to troubleshoot and diagnose problems with plumbing fixtures and appliances |
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describe the procedures used to maintain plumbing fixtures and appliances |
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describe the procedures used to repair and replace plumbing fixtures and appliances |
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Task E-15 Installs, tests and services water treatment equipment
Task Descriptor
Water treatment systems are used in residential, commercial and institutional buildings to improve the quality of water. Plumbers may be responsible for sizing and installing these systems. For the purpose of this standard, service includes troubleshooting, diagnosing, maintenance and repairs.
E-15.01 Sizes water treatment equipment
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Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking, Continuous Learning
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E-15.01.01P |
collect water sample |
water sample is collected according to AHJ procedures |
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E-15.01.02P |
test and analyze sample |
sample is tested and analyzed to determine water quality and characteristics |
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E-15.01.03P |
obtain results and interpret data |
results are obtained and data is interpreted to determine type of equipment for water treatment requirements |
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E-15.01.04P |
calculate water demand |
water demand is calculated to determine size of equipment and according to specifications |
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E-15.01.05P |
select and size system |
system is selected and sized according to various factors |
Range of Variables
characteristics include: hardness, pH, and chemical, physical and biological composition
factors include: test results, demand, specifications, service/regeneration intervals, space constraints
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E-15.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of water treatment systems, their components, applications and operation |
interpret information pertaining to water treatment systems found on drawings and specifications |
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identify tools and equipment relating to water treatment systems and describe their applications and procedures for use |
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identify types of water quality problems and describe their characteristics and causes |
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identify methods of water treatment and describe their characteristics and applications |
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identify water treatment components and describe their applications and operation |
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E-15.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used to size water treatment systems |
interpret information pertaining to water quality test results |
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describe the procedures used to size water treatment systems and components |
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Range of Variables
types of water quality problems include: hardness, minerals, contamination/pollution, pH, taste/odour, turbidity
methods of water treatment include: filtering, softening, purifying, chemical feeding, sterilizing, reverse osmosis, de-ionizing, neutralizing, distilling
E-15.02 Installs water treatment equipment
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Document Use, Continuous Learning, Thinking
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E-15.02.01P |
verify water treatment equipment |
water treatment equipment is verified to match determined demand, site requirements and conditions |
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E-15.02.02P |
determine location of installation |
location of installation is determined according to specifications and service requirements |
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E-15.02.03P |
determine installation sequence |
installation sequence is determined according to specifications to ensure optimum operation |
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E-15.02.04P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to applications |
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E-15.02.05P |
assemble water treatment equipment |
water treatment equipment is assembled according to AHJ, NPC and specifications |
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E-15.02.06P |
plumb and level water treatment equipment |
water treatment equipment is plumb and levelled |
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E-15.02.07P |
secure water treatment equipment |
water treatment equipment is secured according to manufacturers’ specifications and site conditions |
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E-15.02.08P |
connect water and drainage |
water and drainage are connected to ensure watertight installation |
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E-15.02.09P |
verify operation of equipment |
operation of equipment is verified |
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E-15.02.10P |
collect and analyze sample |
water sample is collected and analyzed to ensure equipment is operating |
Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: wrenches, tubing cutters, soldering and brazing equipment
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E-15.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of water treatment systems, their components, applications and operation |
interpret information pertaining to water treatment systems found on drawings and specifications |
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identify tools and equipment relating to water treatment systems and describe their applications and procedures for use |
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identify types of water quality problems and describe their characteristics and causes |
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identify methods of water treatment and describe their characteristics and applications |
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identify water treatment components and describe their applications and operation |
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describe the equipment used (backflow prevention) to protect the potable water system from water treatment equipment |
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E-15.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used to install water treatment systems |
describe the procedures used to install water treatment systems and components |
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describe sequence of installation of multiple water treatment systems and its importance |
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describe the procedures used to protect water treatment systems and components |
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Range of Variables
types of water quality problems include: hardness, minerals, contamination/pollution, pH, taste/odour, turbidity
methods of water treatment include: filtering, softening, purifying, feeding sterilizing, reverse osmosis, de-ionizing, neutralizing, distilling
components include: brine tanks, cylinders, UV treatment bulbs
E-15.03 Tests water treatment equipment
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Document Use, Thinking, Continuous Learning
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E-15.03.01P |
select and use testing equipment |
testing equipment is selected and used to detect faults and verify operation |
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E-15.03.02P |
perform sensory inspection |
sensory inspection is performed to detect water treatment equipment problems |
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E-15.03.03P |
perform systems check |
systems check is performed to analyze operation and performance according to AHJ and specifications |
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E-15.03.04P |
adjust water treatment equipment |
water treatment equipment is adjusted for optimal operation according to specifications |
Range of Variables
testing equipment includes: pH kit, mineral kit
faults include: leaks, inadequate operation, cracks
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E-15.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of water treatment equipment and their application |
identify types of water treatment equipment and describe their characteristics and applications |
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interpret information pertaining to water treatment systems found on drawings and specifications |
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identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to water treatment equipment |
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interpret codes and regulations pertaining to water treatment equipment |
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E-15.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of testing water treatment systems |
identify testing equipment for water treatment systems |
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describe the procedures used to test water treatment systems and components |
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interpret results of water tests to determine water treatment requirements |
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E-15.04 Services water treatment equipment
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Digital Technology, Continuous Learning, Thinking
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E-15.04.01P |
interpret client’s information |
client’s information is interpreted to assist in the diagnostic process |
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E-15.04.02P |
inspect water treatment equipment |
equipment is inspected for conditions that require repair |
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E-15.04.03P |
perform sensory inspection |
sensory inspection is performed to detect conditions requiring service in water treatment equipment |
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E-15.04.04P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to applications |
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E-15.04.05P |
perform scheduled servicing of water treatment equipment |
scheduled servicing of water treatment equipment is performed according to service requirements |
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E-15.04.06P |
verify operation of water treatment equipment |
operation of water treatment equipment is verified according to system design and manufacturers’ specifications |
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E-15.04.07P |
determine whether components require replacement or repair |
components are determined to be in need of repair or replacement according to industry standard and specifications |
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E-15.04.08P |
determine required isolation of water treatment equipment |
isolation of water treatment equipment is determined according to system design |
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E-15.04.09P |
notify owner of need to isolate and execute isolation |
owner is notified and isolation is executed |
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E-15.04.10P |
clean components |
components are cleaned to prolong life of system and maintain adequate flow |
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E-15.04.11P |
replace components |
components are replaced according to manufacturers’ specifications |
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E-15.04.12P |
repair components |
components are repaired according to manufacturers’ specifications |
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E-15.04.13P |
complete required documentation |
documentation is completed according to company policies |
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E-15.04.14P |
return water treatment equipment to service and verify system operation |
water treatment equipment is returned to service and system operation is verified |
Range of Variables
conditions requiring repair includes: wear, noise, leaks, corrosion, contamination, blockage, loss of pressure
documentation includes: service reports, maintenance reports
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E-15.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of water treatment systems, their components, applications and operation |
interpret information pertaining to water treatment systems found on drawings and specifications |
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identify tools and equipment relating to water treatment systems and describe their applications and procedures for use |
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identify types of water quality problems and describe their characteristics and causes |
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identify methods of water treatment and describe their characteristics and applications |
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identify water treatment components and describe their applications and operation |
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E-15.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used to service water treatment systems |
describe the procedures used to troubleshoot, maintain and repair water treatment systems and components |
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describe the procedures used to protect water treatment systems and components |
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Range of Variables
types of water quality problems include: hardness, minerals, contamination/pollution, pH, taste/odour, turbidity
methods of water treatment include: filtering, softening, purifying, feeding, sterilizing, reverse osmosis, de-ionizing, neutralizing, distilling
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