Major Work Activity G – Installs, Tests And Services Fire Protection Systems (Not Common Core)
Task G-20 Installs, tests and services flow-through fire protection systems
Task Descriptor
Fire protection systems help save lives and ensure minimal fire damage to structures. Jurisdictional regulations determine the scope of the work that plumbers can perform in installing fire protection systems. For the purpose of this standard, service includes troubleshooting, diagnosing, maintenance and repairs.
G-20.01 Installs flow-through fire protection systems (Not Common Core)
Essential Skills
Document Use, Reading, Thinking
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G-20.01.01P |
confirm type, location and installation sequence of equipment |
type, location and installation sequence of equipment are confirmed according to specifications and site conditions |
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G-20.01.02P |
confirm components are suitable for potable water systems |
components are confirmed according to drawings, NPC, AHJ, specifications and site conditions |
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G-20.01.03P |
use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are used according to applications |
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G-20.01.04P |
size pipe of flow-through fire protection systems |
pipe size meets specifications |
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G-20.01.05P |
place, level, plumb and secure equipment and components |
equipment and components are level, plumb and secure according to NPC and AHJ |
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G-20.01.06P |
connect pipe, equipment and accessories |
connections are made to ensure water remains potable |
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G-20.01.07P |
compensate for expansion and contraction of system |
compensation for expansion and contraction has been provided to prevent damage to piping and structure |
Range of Variables
specifications include: NFPA, NPC, AHJ, manufacturers’ literature, shop drawings, engineers’ drawings
components include: supervisory valves, sprinkler heads
tools and equipment include: cutters, crimpers, expansion tools
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G-20.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of flow-through fire protection systems and components, their applications and operation |
define terminology associated with flow-through fire protection systems according to specifications |
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identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to flow-through fire protection systems |
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identify types of flow-through fire protection systems and describe their characteristics and applications |
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interpret codes and regulations pertaining to flow-through fire protection systems |
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interpret information pertaining to flow-through fire protection systems found on drawings and specifications |
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identify tools and equipment relating to flow-through fire protection systems and describe their applications and procedures for use |
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determine size of pipe required for flow-through fire protection system according to AHJ |
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identify flow-through fire protection systems components and describe their purpose and operation |
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G-20.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used to install flow-through fire protection systems |
describe the procedures used to install flow-through fire protection systems |
G-20.02 Tests flow-through fire protection systems (Not Common Core)
Essential Skills
Reading, Document Use, Thinking
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G-20.02.01P |
use testing equipment |
testing equipment is used to detect faults and to confirm proper operation of flow-through fire protection system |
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G-20.02.02P |
perform sensory inspection |
sensory inspection is performed to detect flow-through fire protection system and sprinkler head coverage according to specifications |
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G-20.02.03P |
perform diagnostic inspection |
diagnostic inspection is performed to analyse operation and performance according to specifications |
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G-20.02.04P |
perform pressure test |
pressure test is performed according to specifications |
Range of Variables
testing equipment includes: compressor, hydrostatic pump, gauges
specifications include: NFPA, NPC, AHJ, manufacturers’ literature, shop drawings, engineers’ drawings
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G-20.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of flow-through fire protection systems, their components, applications and operation |
describe the procedures used to test fire protection systems and components |
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define terminology associated with flow-through fire protection systems |
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identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to flow-through fire protection systems |
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identify types of flow-through protection systems and describe their characteristics and applications |
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interpret codes and regulations pertaining to flow-through fire protection systems |
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interpret information pertaining to flow-through fire protection systems found on drawings and specifications |
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identify tools and equipment relating to flow-through fire protection systems and describe their applications and procedures for use |
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identify flow-through fire protection systems components and describe their purpose and operation |
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G-20.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used to test flow-through fire protection systems |
describe the procedures used to test flow-through fire protection systems |
Range of Variables
procedures used to test include: pneumatic, hydrostatic
G-20.03 Services flow-through fire protection systems (Not Common Core)
Essential Skills
Reading, Document Use, Thinking
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G-20.03.01P |
check and adjust pressures |
pressures are checked and adjusted to maintain system performance and to detect system problems |
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G-20.03.02P |
complete checklist |
checklist documents location and accessibility of sprinkler heads of current system and follow-up actions required |
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G-20.03.03P |
perform scheduled maintenance of systems |
scheduled maintenance of system is performed and documented |
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G-20.03.04P |
determine whether components require replacement or repair |
components are replaced or repaired considering factors for replacement or repair |
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G-20.03.05P |
use tools and equipment required for repairs |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to applications |
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G-20.03.06P |
return system to service and verify correct system operation |
system is returned to service and correct system operation is verified |
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G-20.03.07P |
complete required documentation |
documentation is completed according to AHJ and specifications |
Range of Variables
factors include: leaks, damaged sprinkler heads
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G-20.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of flow-through fire protection systems and components, their applications and operation |
define terminology associated with flow-through fire protection systems |
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identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to flow-through fire protection systems |
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identify types of flow-through fire protection systems and describe their characteristics and applications |
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interpret codes and regulations pertaining to flow-through fire protection systems |
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interpret information pertaining to flow-through fire protection systems found on drawings and specifications |
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identify tools and equipment relating to flow-through fire protection systems and describe their applications and procedures for use |
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identify flow-through fire protection systems components and describe their purpose and operation |
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G-20.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used to maintain flow-through fire protection systems |
identify procedures used to maintain flow-through fire protection systems |
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G-20.03.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used to repair flow-through fire protection systems |
describe the procedures used to repair flow-through fire protection systems |
Task G-21 Installs, tests and services standpipe systems
Task Descriptor
Standpipe systems help save lives and ensure minimal fire damage to structures. Jurisdictional regulations determine the scope of the work that plumbers can perform in installing standpipe systems. For the purpose of this standard, service includes troubleshooting, diagnosing, maintenance and repairs.
G-21.01 Installs piping and equipment for standpipe systems (Not Common Core)
Essential Skills
Document Use, Reading, Thinking
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G-21.01.01P |
confirm materials required to install piping and equipment |
materials required to install piping and equipment are confirmed according to drawings, AHJ and specifications |
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G-21.01.02P |
confirm type, location and installation sequence of equipment and components |
type, location and installation sequence of equipment and components are confirmed according to drawings, AHJ, specifications and site requirements |
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G-21.01.03P |
confirm routing of piping |
routing is confirmed according to drawings, specifications, site requirements and equipment location |
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G-21.01.04P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to applications |
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G-21.01.05P |
identify pipe using methods |
pipes are labelled and tagged according to AHJ, specifications and site requirements |
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G-21.01.06P |
position and assemble pipe and required equipment and components |
pipe and the required equipment and components are positioned, assembled and connected according to drawings, AHJ, operational requirements and specifications |
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G-21.01.07P |
install drain valves as required |
drain valves are installed for complete drainage of the system |
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G-21.01.08P |
compensate for movement and vibration of equipment |
equipment does not move or vibrate |
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G-21.01.09P |
connect standpipe system to pipe, equipment and accessories |
pipe, equipment and accessories are connected to standpipe system according to drawings, AHJ, operational requirements and specifications |
Range of Variables
components include: fire pumps, jockey pumps, siamese connections, supervisory valves, fire hose cabinets, flow switches
tools and equipment include: threading equipment, cutters, welding equipment, torches, grooving equipment
methods include: painting, labelling, tagging
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G-21.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of standpipe systems and components, their applications and operation |
define terminology associated with standpipe systems |
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identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to standpipe systems |
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identify types of standpipe systems and describe their characteristics and applications |
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interpret codes and regulations pertaining to standpipe systems |
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interpret information pertaining to standpipe systems found on drawings and specifications |
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identify tools and equipment relating to standpipe systems and describe their applications and procedures for use |
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identify standpipe systems components and describe their purpose and operation |
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G-21.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used to install standpipe systems |
describe the procedures used to install standpipe systems |
Range of Variables
components include: fire pumps, jockey pumps, siamese connections, supervisory valves, fire hose cabinets, flow switches
hazards include: electrical, contamination, flooding
G-21.02 Tests standpipe systems (Not Common Core)
Essential Skills
Document Use, Reading, Thinking
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G-21.02.01P |
select and use testing equipment |
testing equipment is selected and used to detect faults and to confirm proper operation of standpipe |
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G-21.02.02P |
perform flow test |
flow test is performed to ensure adequate flow of water according to specifications |
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G-21.02.03P |
perform sensory inspection |
sensory inspection is performed to detect standpipe system meets specifications |
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G-21.02.04P |
perform systems check |
systems check is performed to analyse operation and performance according to specifications |
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G-21.02.05P |
perform pressure test |
pressure test is performed according to specifications |
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G-21.02.06P |
test backflow preventer |
test reports verify operation of backflow preventer meets specifications |
Range of Variables
specifications includes: NFPA, NPC, AHJ, manufacturers’ literature, shop drawings, engineers’ drawings
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G-21.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of standpipe systems and components, their applications and operation |
describe the procedures used to test standpipe systems and components |
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define terminology associated with standpipe systems and components |
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identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to standpipe systems |
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identify types of standpipe systems and describe their characteristics and applications |
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interpret codes and regulations pertaining to standpipe systems |
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interpret information pertaining to standpipe systems found on drawings and specifications |
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identify tools and equipment relating to standpipe systems and describe their applications and procedures for use |
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identify standpipe systems components and describe their purpose and operation |
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Range of Variables
components include: fire pumps, jockey pumps, siamese connections, supervisory valves, fire hose cabinets, flow switches
hazards include: electrical, contamination, flooding
G-21.03 Services standpipe systems (Not Common Core)
Essential Skills
Document Use, Reading, Writing
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G-21.03.01P |
inspect equipment |
equipment is inspected for conditions requiring service |
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G-21.03.02P |
lubricate pumps and bearings |
pumps and bearings are lubricated using approved materials to prevent wear of components |
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G-21.03.03P |
adjust and tighten components |
components are adjusted and tightened |
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G-21.03.04P |
check and adjust pressures |
pressures are checked and adjusted to maintain system performance and to detect system problems |
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G-21.03.05P |
complete checklist |
checklist documents status of current system and follow-up actions required |
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G-21.03.06P |
perform scheduled maintenance of systems |
scheduled maintenance of system is performed according to specifications |
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G-21.03.07P |
determine required isolation of system |
isolation of system is determined using a visually indicating valve |
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G-21.03.08P |
notify AHJ and system owner of need to isolate and execute isolation |
AHJ and owner is notified of need to isolate system |
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G-21.03.09P |
select and use tools and equipment required for repairs |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to applications |
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G-21.03.10P |
determine whether components require repair or replacement |
components are replaced or repaired considering factors for repair or replacement |
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G-21.03.11P |
test backflow preventer |
test reports verify operation of backflow preventer meets specifications |
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G-21.03.12P |
return system to service and verify correct system operation |
system is returned to service and correct system operation is verified |
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G-21.03.13P |
complete required documentation |
documentation is completed according to AHJ and specifications |
Range of Variables
conditions requiring service include: noise, vibration, faulty wiring, pressure loss
components include: fire pumps, jockey pumps, siamese connections, supervisory valves, fire hose cabinets, flow switches
factors include: seized pump, leaking valves, pin hole leaks
specifications include: NFPA, NPC, AHJ, manufacturers’ literature, shop drawings, engineers’ drawings
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G-21.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of standpipe systems and components, their applications and operation |
define terminology associated with standpipe systems |
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identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to standpipe systems |
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identify types of standpipe systems and describe their characteristics and applications |
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interpret codes and regulations pertaining to standpipe systems |
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interpret information pertaining to standpipe systems found on drawings and specifications |
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identify tools and equipment relating to standpipe systems and describe their applications and procedures for use |
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identify standpipe systems components and describe their purpose and operation |
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G-21.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used to maintain standpipe systems |
describe the procedures used to maintain standpipe systems |
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G-21.03.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of the procedures used to repair standpipe systems |
describe the procedures used to repair standpipe systems |
Range of Variables
hazards include: electrical, contamination, flooding
specifications include: NFPA, NPC, AHJ, manufacturers’ literature, shop drawings, engineers’ drawings
components include: fire pumps, jockey pumps, siamese connections, supervisory valves, fire hose cabinets, flow switches
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