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UNIT 204

Plumbing Processes

In this module we learn about the materials we will use, and a lot of the key processes involved in plumbing.

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1.1

Tools and Maintenance

Essential plumbing tools and how to maintain them
Quiz Short Answer Flashcards
📖 Further reading Hand Tools for Plumbers → Power Tools and Electrical Safety →
1.2

Copper Materials and Jointing

Copper pipe types, soldering, and compression joints
Quiz Flashcards
📖 Further reading Pipe Materials and Their Properties → Jointing Pipework →
1.3

Steel Pipe Materials and Jointing

LCS pipe, threading, and BSPT joints
Quiz Short Answer Flashcards
📖 Further reading Jointing Pipework → Pipe Materials and Their Properties →
1.4

Plastic Pressure Pipe Materials and Jointing

Push-fit, solvent weld, and electrofusion joints
Quiz Short Answer Flashcards
📖 Further reading Jointing Pipework → Pipe Materials and Their Properties →
1.5

Drainage Materials and Jointing

Waste and soil pipe materials and connections
Quiz Sort Flashcards
📖 Further reading Jointing Pipework → Pipe Materials and Their Properties →
2.1

Bending Pipe

Pipe bending techniques and calculations
Quiz Short Answer Flashcards
📖 Further reading Bending Pipe and Fabrication →
2.2

Notching and Drilling

Building Regulations for notching joists
Quiz Flashcards
📖 Further reading Installation: Clipping, Fixings and Joists →
2.3

Clipping

Pipe support clips and spacing requirements
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📖 Further reading Installation: Clipping, Fixings and Joists →
2.4

Drilling and Fixings

Wall plugs, anchors, and fixing methods
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📖 Further reading Installation: Clipping, Fixings and Joists →
2.5

Paperwork and Symbols

BS symbols, drawings, and documentation
Quiz Flashcards
📖 Further reading Plumbing Symbols and Drawings → Workplace Documents, Drawings and Information →
3.1

Working in New Builds

First and second fix plumbing in new construction
Quiz Short Answer Sort Flashcards
📖 Further reading Plumbing Symbols and Drawings → Installation: Clipping, Fixings and Joists →
3.2

Working in People's Homes

Professional conduct and customer care on site
Quiz Short Answer Flashcards
📖 Further reading Customer Communication and Service →
3.3

Finishing the Job, Commissioning, Decommissioning and Maintenance

Handover, testing, and planned maintenance
Quiz Flashcards
📖 Further reading Cold Water Commissioning, Testing and Maintenance →
Unit 204 — Common Processes

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