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Energy & building services

Plumbing & Pipe-fitting

Install and repair cold water, waste and sanitary systems that hold pressure and drain properly.

6 tasksNSQ Level 11h 27m of practice0 ready to start

What you’ll be able to do

Make a joint that still holds a year later.

  1. 01Repair a leaking PVC pipe jointCut back, prepare and remake the joint with minimum waste. 10 minIn build
  2. 02Install a cold water supply runSet out the route, fix the pipework and pressure-test it. 16 minPlanned
  3. 03Fit a sink, trap and waste connectionSeal the fittings and prove the trap holds its water seal. 14 minPlanned
  4. 04Install a WC and cisternSet the pan, connect the supply and test the flush and seal. 15 minPlanned
  5. 05Trace and fix a loss of pressureWork the system from the source to find the restriction. 14 minPlanned
  6. 06Install a roof storage tank and feedSupport the tank, connect the feed and fit the overflow. 18 minPlanned
At the end of the program

Practical assessment · Domestic Cold Water Systems

Complete every task under assessment, then sit a supervised practical on a real rig at an approved centre. Pass it and the certificate goes on your record, verifiable by any employer.

Ready — you can practise it today In build — being written and reviewed now Planned — part of the program, not yet built