Pipework Skills

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Entry Level 3
Unit No:
M/618/3330
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
30 hours

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know the resources required to produce plastic pipework.

Plumbing hand tools and materials

  • plastic pipe cutters
  • hand saw
  • hacksaw
  • drill, plugs and screws
  • lubricant
  • pipe brackets
  • pipe work
  • jointing methods
  • pipe sizes

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Identify plumbing hand tools.

  • 1.2

    Identify how to cut plastic supply and waste pipe correctly.

  • 1.3

    Identify plastic push fit fittings and pipe inserts.

2

Be able to produce plastic supply pipework.

Safe installation practices for water services

  • hygienic working with potable water
  • washing hands before installation
  • keeping tools clean
  • cutting pipe work safely
  • uing push fit joints correctly
  • form a t joint and bend in plastic supply pipework

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Use safe working practices to

    a) form bends using push-fit settings

    b) form tee joints in push-fit settings

  • 2.2

    Disassemble push fit fittings.

3

Be able to produce plastic waste pipework.

Safe installation practices for foul waste installation

  • hygienic working with foul water
  • washing hands before installation
  • keeping tools clean
  • cutting pipe work safely
  • using push fit joints correctly with lubricant
  • form a t joint and bend in plastic supply pipework

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Use safe working practices to

    a) form bends using push-fit settings

    b) Form tee joints in plastic waste systems

  • 3.2

    Connect a trap to a sink and the waste pipe.