Major Work Activity B - Installs water supply

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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

B-6.01 - Supervises trenching and backfilling (Not common core)
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes yes yes NV yes no no no yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
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

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes 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
identify tools and equipment and PPE related to trenching and backfilling
identify OH&S requirements related to trenching and backfilling
describe site conditions that affect trenching and backfilling
describe shoring requirements and piping requirements
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)

Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Working with Others

B-6.02 - Installs underground piping and components (Not common core)
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes yes yes NV yes no no no yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
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

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
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
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
identify worksite hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to underground piping and components
interpret codes, standards and regulations pertaining to underground piping and their components
identify tools and equipment relating to underground piping and component installation
describe procedures used to install underground water mains

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B-6.03 - Flushes underground system

Essential Skills: Thinking, Document Use, Oral Communication

B-6.03 - Flushes underground system
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes yes yes NV yes yes yes no yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
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

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-6.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of flushing requirements of underground systems identify codes and standards related to flushing of underground systems
identify required flow rates for flushing of underground systems
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
describe the procedures used to flush underground systems

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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

Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking

B-7.01 - Determines location of pumps, drivers, controllers and components
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria 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

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of pumps, drivers, controllers and components define terminology associated with pumps, drivers, controllers and components
identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to pumps, drivers, controllers and components
interpret codes, standards and regulations pertaining to the installation of pumps, drivers, controllers and components
interpret information pertaining to pumps, drivers, controllers and components, found on drawings and specifications
identify tools and equipment relating to determining location of pumps, drivers, controllers and components, and describe their applications and procedures for use

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B-7.02 - Installs pumps, drivers, controllers and components

Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking

B-7.02 - Installs pumps, drivers, controllers and components
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
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

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of water source connections define terminology associated with water supply and system demand
identify types of water supplies used for fire pump installations and system demand requirements
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 pumps components
identify types of fire pumps
interpret information pertaining to fire pumps found on drawings and specifications
identify tools and equipment relating to fire pump installation and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe the procedures used to install fire pumps

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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

Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Oral Communication

B-8.01 - Determines location, size and type of fire department connections
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria 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

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
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
identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to fire department connections
interpret codes, standards and regulations pertaining to fire department connections
interpret information pertaining to fire department connections, found on drawings and specifications
identify tools and equipment relating to fire department connections, and describe their applications and procedures for use
identify types of fire department connections, and describe their purpose and their installation requirements

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B-8.02 - Installs fire department connection piping and components

Essential Skills: Numeracy, Thinking, Document Use

B-8.02 - Installs fire department connection piping and components
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria 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
Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
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
identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to fire department connections
interpret codes, standards and regulations pertaining to fire department connections
interpret information pertaining to fire department connections, found on drawings and specifications
identify tools and equipment relating to fire department connections, and describe their applications and procedures for use
identify types of fire department connections, and describe their purpose and their installation requirements

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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

B-9.01 - Installs water tanks
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
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
Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-9.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of water tanks define terminology associated with water tanks
identify types of water tanks and describe their characteristics, principles of operation and applications
identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to water tanks
interpret codes, standards and regulations pertaining to water tanks
identify tools and equipment relating to water tank installation and their applications and procedures for use
identify types of water connections and their associated components
identify the methods used for protection of tanks

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B-9.02 - Installs related equipment

Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking

B-9.02 - Installs related equipment
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria 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

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes 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
interpret codes, standards and regulations pertaining to water tank installation and related equipment
interpret information pertaining to water tank and related equipment found on drawings and specifications
identify tools and equipment relating to water tank and related equipment installation and describe their applications and procedures for use
explain supply and discharge piping requirements
identify the arrangement of fire pump unit components

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