Major Work Activity B – Installs water supply
Task B-6 Installs underground water supplies
Task Descriptor
Sprinkler fitters install and connect underground piping and components from a predetermined water source to provide a reliable and adequate water supply to fire protection systems.
B-6.01 Supervises trenching and backfilling (NOT COMMON CORE)
Essential Skills
Working with Others, Document Use, Numeracy
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| B-6.01.01P |
lay out location for trench; |
location for trench is laid out to ensure accessibility for machinery, material and manpower |
| B-6.01.02P |
verify location of underground/overhead utilities |
location of underground/overhead utilities is verified to prevent injury and disruption of service |
| B-6.01.03P |
coordinate tie-ins with AHJ |
tie-ins are coordinated with AHJ to avoid or minimize disruptions to water supply |
| B-6.01.04P |
inspect trench |
trench is inspected for adequate size and depth according to OH&S and AHJ |
| B-6.01.05P |
coordinate laydowns |
laydowns for debris, backfill and installation material and tools are coordinated according to scope of work |
| B-6.01.06P |
select backfill material |
backfill material is selected according to piping requirements and local requirements |
| B-6.01.07P |
ensure safe access to trench |
safe access to trench is ensured for the installation of underground materials |
| B-6.01.08P |
verify backfill compaction |
backfill compaction is verified according to site requirements and specifications |
Range of Variables
utilities include: gas, power, sewage, telephone
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Learning Objectives |
| B-6.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of safety procedures and requirements for trenching and backfilling in accordance with codes and regulations; |
identify codes and standards and AHJ requirements related to trenching and backfilling |
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identify tools and equipment and PPE related to trenching and backfilling |
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identify OH&S requirements related to trenching and backfilling |
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describe site conditions that affect trenching and backfilling |
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describe shoring requirements and piping requirements |
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identify types of access equipment related to trenching and backfilling |
| B-6.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of communication practices for trenching and backfilling |
describe audible/visual procedures for communicating during trenching and backfilling |
B-6.02 Installs underground piping and components (NOT COMMON CORE)
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Document Use, Numeracy, Working with Others
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| B-6.02.01P |
identify type and class of piping material and fittings |
type and class of piping material and fittings are identified according to AHJ , drawings, specifications and NFPA standards |
| B-6.02.02P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to scope of work |
| B-6.02.03P |
assemble pipe and fittings |
pipe and fittings are assembled using joining methods according to specifications and NFPA standards |
| B-6.02.04P |
restrain pipe and fittings |
pipe and fittings are restrained with anchoring systems to provide stability, prevent pipe movement and separation, and protect against damage according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes and standards |
| B-6.02.05P |
apply protective material |
protective material is applied below and above the pipe to prevent damage from foreign objects |
| B-6.02.06P |
attach components |
components are attached to piping to allow control and isolation of fire water system |
| B-6.02.07P |
connect piping to water source |
piping is connected to water source with devices to ensure adequate water supply to fire protection system |
| B-6.02.08P |
lay tracer wire and identification ribbon |
tracer wire and identification ribbon are laid with pipe according to jurisdictional requirements to allow for future location and identification of pipe |
| B-6.02.09P |
ensure cathodic/corrosion protection |
cathodic/corrosion protection meets manufacturers’ specifications and AHJ |
| B-6.02.10P |
allow for clearances and tolerances |
clearances and tolerances between piping and surrounding environment are allowed for to prevent damage caused by excessive stress loads |
| B-6.02.11P |
seal pipe penetrations |
pipe penetrations through structures are sealed to maintain impermeability of structure using various materials |
| B-6.02.12P |
terminate and cap pipe |
pipe is terminated and capped in selected location inside building, ensuring its accessibility |
| B-6.02.13P |
install testing connection to water termination point and fire hydrants |
testing connection is installed to water termination point to allow for flushing, testing and chlorination according to AHJ, standards and codes |
| B-6.02.14P |
test underground piping and components |
underground piping and components are hydrostatically tested according to NFPA standards |
Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: cut-off saws, portable grinders, torque wrenches, pry bars
joining methods include: bell and spigot, flange with gasket, mechanical
anchoring systems include: thrust blocks, rodding, anchors, clamps
protective material includes: sand, screened gravel, landscaping fabric
foreign objects include: rocks, roots, debris
components include: gate valves, PIVs, fire hydrants
devices include: tapping valves, underground tees
surrounding environment includes: under railroad tracks, through concrete structures
structures include: walls, foundations, floors
materials include: cement, caulking, flexible mastic
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| B-6.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of clearances and tolerances |
identify where clearances and tolerances should be taken into consideration |
| B-6.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of water source connections |
identify types of water sources and their connection requirements |
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identify location of water source connection |
| B-6.02.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of underground piping and their components’ installation procedures |
define terminology associated with underground piping and components |
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identify worksite hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to underground piping and components |
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interpret codes, standards and regulations pertaining to underground piping and their components |
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identify tools and equipment relating to underground piping and component installation |
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describe procedures used to install underground water mains |
Range of Variables
types of water sources include: municipal water supply, raw water sources, tanks, cisterns
hazards include: personal safety, safety of infrastructure, environmental requirements
tools and equipment include: cut-off saws, portable grinders, torque wrenches, pry bars
procedures used to install underground water mains include: joining, controlling thrust, trenching and shoring, bedding and backfilling, leakage testing, chlorination/disinfection, flushing, completing documentation
B-6.03 Flushes underground system
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Thinking, Document Use, Oral Communication
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| B-6.03.01P |
select and install flanges, fittings and valves |
flanges, fittings and valves are selected and installed on the underground connection inside the building to allow for required flow |
| B-6.03.02P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to scope of work |
| B-6.03.03P |
ensure underground control valve is open |
underground control valve is open at water source to pressurize system |
| B-6.03.04P |
connect hoses to flushing connections |
hoses are connected to flushing connections at determined points and water is directed to safe location |
| B-6.03.05P |
discharge water flow |
water flow is discharged from flushing connections allowing predetermined flow requirements |
| B-6.03.06P |
complete documentation |
documentation is completed according to NFPA standards and AHJ |
Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: pitot tube, fire hoses, fire hydrant wrenches, diffusers, burlap sack and tie wires
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| B-6.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of flushing requirements of underground systems |
identify codes and standards related to flushing of underground systems |
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identify required flow rates for flushing of underground systems |
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identify tools and equipment relating to flushing of underground systems and describe their applications and procedures for use |
| B-6.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of safe work procedures for flushing of underground systems |
identify worksite hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to flushing of underground systems |
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describe the procedures used to flush underground systems |
Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: pitot tube, fire hoses, fire hydrant wrenches, diffusers, burlap sack and tie wires
hazards include: personal safety, safety of infrastructure, environmental requirements
Task B-7 Installs fire pump units
Task Descriptor
Fire pump units are an integral part of fire protection systems. They provide pressure and flow to the fire protection system. They can be used with stand-alone or secondary water supplies, or as a supplement to municipal water supply.
B-7.01 Determines location of pumps, drivers, controllers and components
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Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
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Evidence of Attainment |
| B-7.01.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to scope of work |
| B-7.01.02P |
inspect room layout |
room layout is inspected prior to installation to confirm adequate space and prevent interference of pumps and components with other building services |
| B-7.01.03P |
verify layout with drawings |
layout is verified with drawings to ensure compliance with specifications |
| B-7.01.04P |
lay out pumps and components |
pumps and components are laid out in pump room to ensure accessibility for service |
| B-7.01.05P |
determine if pump bypass is required |
pump bypass is required when material value is provided by the water supply if the pump is not in operation according to NFPA standards and AHJ |
Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: measuring devices, chalk lines, laser levels, straight edges, hoisting equipment
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| B-7.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of pumps, drivers, controllers and components |
define terminology associated with pumps, drivers, controllers and components |
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identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to pumps, drivers, controllers and components |
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interpret codes, standards and regulations pertaining to the installation of pumps, drivers, controllers and components |
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interpret information pertaining to pumps, drivers, controllers and components, found on drawings and specifications |
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identify tools and equipment relating to determining location of pumps, drivers, controllers and components, and describe their applications and procedures for use |
Range of Variables
hazards include: personal safety, safety of infrastructure, environmental requirements
tools and equipment include: measuring devices, chalk lines, laser levels, straight edges, hoisting equipment
B-7.02 Installs pumps, drivers, controllers and components
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Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
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| B-7.02.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to scope of work |
| B-7.02.02P |
place pumps |
pumps are placed in predetermined locations on a base or pad according to NFPA standard and manufacturers’ specifications |
| B-7.02.03P |
adjust pump elevation |
pump elevation is adjusted to set and secure pump in place using materials |
| B-7.02.04P |
mount controllers and power transfer switches |
controllers and power transfer switches are mounted in desired location within the pump room and within sight of the pump according to codes and standards |
| B-7.02.05P |
connect piping and fire pump components |
piping and fire pump components are connected to fire pump, jockey pump and controllers |
| B-7.02.06P |
connect and align driver |
driver is connected to and aligned with the pump using drive components to provide power to pump |
| B-7.02.07P |
set fuel tanks and piping |
fuel tanks and piping are set to allow fuel supply to diesel driver according to AHJ, NFPA and manufacturers’ specifications |
| B-7.02.08P |
install fuel lines |
fuel lines between tank and engine are installed according to AHJ, NFPA standards and building codes |
| B-7.02.09P |
install exhaust system |
exhaust system is installed to evacuate exhaust from the pump room to exterior according to AHJ, NFPA standards, manufacturers’ specification and building codes |
| B-7.02.10P |
install strainers |
strainers are installed on raw water supplies to protect pump from debris |
| B-7.02.11P |
install required fire pump components |
required fire pump components are installed according to manufacturers’ specifications, NFPA standards and AHJ |
Range of Variables
materials include: shims, mounts, grout and cement
fire pump components include: sensing lines, test headers, flowmeters, bypass connections, relief valves, controller cabinets, suction and discharge piping, anti-vortex plate
drive components include: right-angle gear drives, universal joints, flexible couplings
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| B-7.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of water source connections |
define terminology associated with water supply and system demand |
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identify types of water supplies used for fire pump installations and system demand requirements |
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identify the requirements of cross-connection control as they relate to fire pump demand |
| B-7.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of fire pump components and their installation |
identify fire pump components |
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identify types of fire pumps |
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interpret information pertaining to fire pumps found on drawings and specifications |
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identify tools and equipment relating to fire pump installation and describe their applications and procedures for use |
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describe the procedures used to install fire pumps |
Range of Variables
types of water supplies include: municipal, limited (tanks, reservoirs), raw water
fire pump components include: sensing lines, test headers, flowmeters, bypass connections, relief valves, controller cabinets, suction and discharge piping, anti-vortex plate
types of fire pumps include: diesel, electric, steam
Task B-8 Installs fire department connections
Task Descriptor
Fire department connections are an important component found on most sprinkler and standpipe systems. When a sprinkler system activates, the fire department connects hose lines from a pumper truck to the fire department connection. This connection allows the fire department to supplement the fire protection system in the event of a fire.
B-8.01 Determines location, size and type of fire department connections
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Document Use, Numeracy, Oral Communication
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Evidence of Attainment |
| B-8.01.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to scope of work |
| B-8.01.02P |
confirm system layout |
system layout is confirmed prior to installation to verify adequate space, heating, code requirements, accessibility for fire department and AHJ requirements |
| B-8.01.03P |
verify layout with drawings |
layout is verified with drawings to ensure compliance with AHJ and NFPA standards |
| B-8.01.04P |
determine size and type of hose connection, check valves and additional components |
size and type of hose connection, check valves and additional components are determined according to AHJ and NFPA standards |
Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: measuring devices, levels, straight edges
hose connections include: National Hose Standard (NHS), CSA, Storz
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| B-8.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of fire department equipment and their installation procedures |
identify required proximity of fire department connections in relation to hydrants |
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identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to fire department connections |
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interpret codes, standards and regulations pertaining to fire department connections |
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interpret information pertaining to fire department connections, found on drawings and specifications |
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identify tools and equipment relating to fire department connections, and describe their applications and procedures for use |
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identify types of fire department connections, and describe their purpose and their installation requirements |
Range of Variables
installation requirements include: requirements for check valves, placement of fire department connections, requirements for drainage of fire department connections, requirements for hose thread connections (AHJ)
B-8.02 Installs fire department connection piping and components
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Numeracy, Thinking, Document Use
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Evidence of Attainment |
| B-8.02.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to scope of work |
| B-8.02.02P |
install pipe and devices for fire department connections |
pipe and devices for fire department connections are installed according to NFPA standards and AHJ |
| B-8.02.03P |
orient and confirm thread compatibility of the fire department connections |
fire department connections are oriented to achieve desired position and threads are confirmed to be compatible according to site conditions, application, manufacturers’ specifications and AHJ |
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| B-8.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of fire department equipment and their installation procedures |
identify required proximity of fire department connections in relation to hydrants |
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identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to fire department connections |
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interpret codes, standards and regulations pertaining to fire department connections |
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interpret information pertaining to fire department connections, found on drawings and specifications |
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identify tools and equipment relating to fire department connections, and describe their applications and procedures for use |
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identify types of fire department connections, and describe their purpose and their installation requirements |
Range of Variables
installation requirements include: requirements for check valves, placement of fire department connections, requirements for drainage of fire department connections, requirements for hose thread connections (AHJ)
Task B-9 Installs private water supply systems
Task Descriptor
Private water supply systems are typically the only water supply for the fire protection system in remote areas. They can also be used as a secondary supply in areas where municipal supply is insufficient.
B-9.01 Installs water tanks
Essential Skills
Numeracy, Thinking, Document Use
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| B-9.01.01P |
determine location and place water tank |
location of water tank is determined and tank is placed according to site conditions, accessibility and load bearing requirements |
| B-9.01.02P |
arrange for installation of base, mounts and anchors |
base, mounts and anchors are installed to level, stabilize and support tank |
| B-9.01.03P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to scope of work |
| B-9.01.04P |
fill tank with water |
tank is filled with water to verify its integrity according to specifications and AHJ |
| B-9.01.05P |
apply cathodic and corrosion protection |
cathodic protection is installed as required to prevent electrolysis and corrosion protection is applied to prevent exterior and interior corrosion |
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Learning Objectives |
| B-9.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of water tanks |
define terminology associated with water tanks |
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identify types of water tanks and describe their characteristics, principles of operation and applications |
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identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to water tanks |
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interpret codes, standards and regulations pertaining to water tanks |
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identify tools and equipment relating to water tank installation and their applications and procedures for use |
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identify types of water connections and their associated components |
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identify the methods used for protection of tanks |
Range of Variables
types of water tanks include: gravity, pressure, below grade, residential water supply
types of water connections include: sprinkler valves, auto-fill valves
B-9.02 Installs related equipment
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Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
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Evidence of Attainment |
| B-9.02.01P |
install controlling devices |
controlling devices are installed on tank and in reservoirs according to NFPA standards and AHJ |
| B-9.02.02P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to scope of work |
| B-9.02.03P |
install hydrants |
hydrants are installed according to NFPA standards and AHJ |
| B-9.02.04P |
install fill line |
fill line is installed to tank to allow for periodic filling of water supply tank |
| B-9.02.05P |
connect test connection |
test connection from fire pump is connected to tank to conserve water during testing procedures according to site conditions and AHJ |
| B-9.02.06P |
verify installation of anti-vortex plate |
installation of anti-vortex plate is verified to be done when required by site conditions and AHJ |
Range of Variables
controlling devices include: pressure switches, agitators, control valves, thermostats, check valves
hydrants include: wall, roof, dry barrel, wet barrel
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Learning Objectives |
| B-9.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of installation of water tanks and related equipment |
identify procedures used in the installation of water tanks and related equipment |
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interpret codes, standards and regulations pertaining to water tank installation and related equipment |
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interpret information pertaining to water tank and related equipment found on drawings and specifications |
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identify tools and equipment relating to water tank and related equipment installation and describe their applications and procedures for use |
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explain supply and discharge piping requirements |
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identify the arrangement of fire pump unit components |
Range of Variables
related equipment includes: overflow, vent, water level, drain and heating system
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