Pie Chart of Red Seal Examination Weightings

MWA A - Performs common occupational skills - 12%

MWA B - Prepares and assembles pipe - 13%

MWA C - Installs, tests and services sewers, sewage treatment systems and Drainage, Waste and Vent (DWV) systems - 24%

MWA D - Installs, tests and services water service and distribution - 17%

MWA E - Installs, tests and services fixtures, appliances, and water treatment systems - 14%

MWA F - Installs, tests and services low pressure steam and hydronic heating and cooling systems - 14%

MWA G - Installs, tests and services fire protection systems - NCC

MWA H - Installs, tests and services specialized systems - 6%

This pie chart represents a breakdown of the interprovincial Red Seal examination. Percentages are based on the collective input from workers from the trade from across Canada. The Task Matrix on the next pages indicates the breakdown of tasks and sub-tasks within each Major Work Activity, the breakdown of questions assigned to the Tasks. Interprovincial examinations typically have between 100 and 150 questions.