Welcome to the 'Specialists - Plumbing'
This practice test will select 10 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 10 minute time limit. You will be shown correct and incorrect answers at the end of the quiz.
Each question is representative of the type used in the Specialists Test.
Instructions:
- The test will begin after you select the 'Start Quiz' button below.
- For each question, choose from the multiple choice answers provided.
- Some questions may have more than one answer, a note will be displayed when to do this.
- After the last question, click 'Submit' to be shown your results.
Ready? Click 'Start Quiz' to begin.
Before LPG equipment is put into use, what is the recommended way to check for gas leaks during assembly?
Before using an electrically powered threading machine, what should you make sure of?
What should you use to check whether a solid wall you are about to drill contains hidden electrical cables?
While carrying out work, you uncover a hard white powdery material that may be asbestos. What should you do?
If you need to refix an external rainwater pipe in wet weather using a drill, which type of drill is the most appropriate?
Before beginning plumbing work to replace an electric immersion heater in a hot water cylinder, what must you do to confirm the electrical supply is dead?
Why must oxygen cylinders be handled and transported with particular care?
You are working in an occupied building and have lifted six 3 m lengths of floor boarding when you are called away to another urgent task. What should you do before leaving?
You need to replace underground drainage pipework in an excavation about 2.5 m deep, but the trench sides show signs of failure. What should you do?
If you are drilling a hole, when must eye protection be worn?