Major Work Activity B - Installs water supply

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Task B-7 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. While trenching and backfilling are performed by other trades, sprinkler fitters are involved in supervising this work. After installation of piping and components, they also must flush system to remove debris that can interfere with the operation of the fire protection system.

B-7.01 - Supervises trenching and backfilling

B-7.01 - Supervises trenching and backfilling
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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 task
B-7.01.02P lay out location for trench location for trench is laid out to ensure accessibility for machinery, material and workers
B-7.01.03P verify location of underground/overhead utilities location of underground/overhead utilities is verified to prevent injury and disruption of service
B-7.01.04P coordinate tie-ins with AHJ and municipal waterworks tie-ins are coordinated with AHJ and municipal waterworks to avoid or minimize disruptions to water supply
B-7.01.05P inspect trench trench is inspected for adequate size and depth according to OHS and AHJ
B-7.01.06P coordinate laydowns laydowns for debris, backfill and installation material and tools are coordinated according to task
B-7.01.07P select backfill material backfill material is selected according to codes, standards and regulations
B-7.01.08P ensure safe access to trench safe access to trench is ensured for installation of underground materials
B-7.01.09P verify backfill compaction backfill compaction is verified according to site requirements and specifications

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
B-7.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of safety procedures and requirements for trenching and backfilling
  1. interpret information about trenching and backfilling found on drawings and specifications
B-7.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures and requirements for trenching and backfilling
  1. identify tools, equipment and PPE related to trenching and backfilling
  2. identify workplace hazards, and describe safe work practices for trenching and backfilling
  3. describe procedures for trenching and backfilling
  4. describe site conditions that affect trenching and backfilling
  5. describe shoring and piping requirements
  6. describe laydowns and spoil piles for debris, backfill material and installation material
  7. identify types of access equipment related to trenching and backfilling
  8. identify types of backfill material, and describe their characteristics and applications
  9. describe procedures to inspect trenches
B-7.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of communication practices for trenching and backfilling
  1. describe audible/visual procedures for communicating during trenching and backfilling
B-7.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements for trenching and backfilling
  1. identify training and certification requirements for workers performing trenching and backfilling
B-7.01.05L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for trenching and backfilling
  1. identify codes, standards and regulations, and AHJ requirements related to trenching and backfilling
  2. identify OHS requirements related to trenching and backfilling
B-7.01.06L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. describe procedures to dispose of and recycle spoil waste

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B-7.02 - Installs underground piping and components

B-7.02 - Installs underground piping and components
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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 task
B-7.02.02P identify type and class of piping material and fittings type and class of piping material and fittings are identified according to ground conditions, AHJ, drawings, specifications, and codes, standards and regulations
B-7.02.03P assemble pipe and fittings pipe and fittings are assembled using joining methods according to specifications, and codes, standards and regulations
B-7.02.04P 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, and codes, standards and regulations
B-7.02.05P apply protective material protective material is applied below and above pipe to prevent damage from foreign objects
B-7.02.06P attach components components are attached to piping to allow control and isolation of fire water system
B-7.02.07P install components within chambers and underground pits components are installed within chambers and underground pits according to standards to ensure accessibility
B-7.02.08P connect piping to water source piping is connected to water source with devices to ensure adequate water supply to fire protection system
B-7.02.09P place tracer wire and warning tape tracer wire and warning tape is placed in trench on or above the pipe according to municipal requirements, site conditions and industry practices
B-7.02.10P ensure cathodic/corrosion protection cathodic/corrosion protection meets manufacturers' specifications and AHJ
B-7.02.11P 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-7.02.12P seal pipe penetrations pipe penetrations through structures are sealed to maintain impermeability and flexibility of structure using various materials
B-7.02.13P terminate and cap pipe pipe is terminated and capped in selected location inside building, ensuring its accessibility
B-7.02.14P install testing connection to water termination point and fire hydrants testing connection is installed to water termination point and fire hydrants to allow for flushing, testing and chlorination according to AHJ, and codes, standards and regulations
B-7.02.15P ensure operation of equipment and components equipment and components operate according to manufacturers' specifications, and codes, standards and regulations

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
B-7.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of underground piping and components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify underground piping and components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. describe operating principles of underground piping and components
  3. interpret information about underground piping and components found on drawings and specifications
B-7.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of clearances and tolerances
  1. identify where clearances and tolerances should be taken into consideration
B-7.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of water source connections
  1. identify types of public water sources and their connection requirements
  2. identify location of water source connection
B-7.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install underground piping and their components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to install underground piping and components, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify work site hazards, and describe safe work practices for underground piping and components
  3. describe procedures to install underground piping and components
B-7.02.05L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for underground piping and components
  1. identify codes, standards and regulations for underground piping and components
B-7.02.06L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. describe procedures to dispose of and recycle underground piping and components

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B-7.03 - Flushes underground system

B-7.03 - Flushes underground system
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Skills

Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
B-7.03.02P select and install flanges, fittings and valves flanges, fittings and valves are selected and installed on underground connection inside building to allow for required flow
B-7.03.03P ensure underground control valve is open underground control valve is open at water source to pressurize system
B-7.03.04P connect hoses to flushing connections hoses are connected to flushing connections at determined points and water is directed to safe location
B-7.03.05P discharge water flow water flow is discharged from flushing connections allowing predetermined flow requirements and according to environmental considerations
B-7.03.06P complete documentation documentation is completed according to AHJ, and codes, standards and regulations

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
B-7.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of underground piping and components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify underground piping and components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. describe operating principles of underground piping and components
  3. interpret information about underground piping and components found on drawings and specifications
B-7.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to flush underground systems
  1. identify tools and equipment used to flush underground systems, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify work site hazards, and describe safe work practices for flushing underground systems
  3. describe procedures to flush underground systems
  4. identify required flow rates for flushing of underground systems
B-7.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for flushing of underground systems
  1. identify codes, standards and regulations for flushing of underground systems
B-7.03.04L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. identify environmentally sound practices to discharge treated water

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Task B-8 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.

Sprinkler fitters coordinate with designers and engineers to determine the location of pumps, drivers, controllers and components. They install pumps, drivers, controllers and components according to standards and site conditions.

B-8.01 - Determines location of pumps, drivers, controllers and components

B-8.01 - Determines location of pumps, drivers, controllers and components
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
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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 task
B-8.01.02P inspect room layout room layout is inspected prior to installation to confirm adequate space, lighting, permanent heating and drainage, and to prevent interference of pumps and components with other building services
B-8.01.03P verify layout with drawings layout is verified with drawings to ensure compliance with specifications
B-8.01.04P lay out pumps and components pumps and components are laid out in pump room to ensure accessibility for service and compliance with specifications
B-8.01.05P verify if pump bypass is required pump bypass requirements are verified according to mechanical engineered shop drawings, AHJ, and codes, standards and regulations

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
B-8.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of pumps, drivers, controllers, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify pumps, drivers, controllers, and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. describe operating principles of pumps, drivers, controllers, and their components
  3. interpret information about pumps, drivers, controllers, and their components found on drawings and specifications
B-8.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of requirements and methods used to determine location of pumps, drivers, controllers and components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to determine location of pumps, drivers, controllers and components, and describe their procedures for use
  2. describe requirements and methods to determine location and accessibility of pumps, drivers, controllers and components
B-8.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of water source connections
  1. identify types of water supplies used for fire pump installations and system hydraulic demand requirements
  2. identify impacts of cross-connection control as they relate to fire pump and hydraulic demand
B-8.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for determining location of pumps, drivers, controllers and components
  1. identify codes, standards and regulations for determining location of pumps, drivers, controllers and components
B-8.01.05L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. identify practices that contribute to environmental protection such as location of fuel tanks and lines

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

B-8.02 - Installs pumps, drivers, controllers and components

B-8.02 - Installs pumps, drivers, controllers and components
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yes yes NV yes yes 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 task
B-8.02.02P place pumps pumps are placed in predetermined locations on elevated base or pad according to manufacturers’ specifications, and codes, standards and regulations
B-8.02.03P adjust pump elevation pump elevation is adjusted to set and secure pump in place using materials
B-8.02.04P mount controllers and power transfer switches controllers and power transfer switches are mounted in desired location within pump room and within sight of pump according to codes, standards and regulations
B-8.02.05P connect piping and fire pump components piping and fire pump components are connected to fire pump, jockey pump and controllers according to AHJ, manufacturers' specifications, and codes, standards and regulations
B-8.02.06P connect and align driver driver is connected to and aligned with pump using drive components to provide power to pump
B-8.02.07P set fuel tanks and piping fuel tanks and piping are set to allow fuel supply to diesel driver according to AHJ, manufacturers’ specifications, and codes, standards and regulations
B-8.02.08P install fuel lines fuel lines between tank and engine are installed according to AHJ, manufacturers’ specifications, and codes, standards and regulations
B-8.02.09P install exhaust system exhaust system is installed to evacuate exhaust from pump room to exterior according to AHJ, manufacturers’ specifications, and codes, standards and regulations
B-8.02.10P install strainers strainers are installed to protect pump from debris from raw water sources
B-8.02.11P ensure operation of equipment and components equipment and components operate according to manufacturers' specifications, and codes, standards and regulations

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
B-8.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of pumps, drivers, controllers, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify pumps, drivers, controllers, and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. describe operating principles of pumps, drivers, controllers and their components
  3. interpret information about pumps, drivers, controllers and their components found on drawings and specifications
B-8.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of water source connections
  1. identify types of water supplies used for fire pump installations and hydraulic system demand requirements
  2. identify impacts of cross-connection control as they relate to fire pump and hydraulic demand
B-8.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install pumps, drivers, controllers and their components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to install pumps, drivers, controllers, and their components, and describe their procedures for use
  2. describe procedures to install pumps, drivers, controllers and their components
B-8.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for pumps, drivers, controllers and their components
  1. identify codes, standards and regulations for pumps, drivers, controllers and their components

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Task B-9 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 can connect hose lines from a pumper truck to the fire department connection. This connection allows the fire department to supplement water to the fire protection system in the event of a fire.

Sprinkler fitters, in consultation with AHJ, determine the location, size and type of fire department connections. They install fire department connections and their ancillary equipment according to municipal requirements to ensure they are functional and easily accessible to fire department services.

B-9.01 - Determines location, size and type of fire department connections

B-9.01 - Determines location, size and type of fire department connections
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-9.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
B-9.01.02P confirm fire department connection and piping layout with drawings fire department connection and piping layout is confirmed prior to installation to verify adequate space, heating, drainage, code requirements and accessibility for fire department, according to AHJ, and codes, standards and regulations
B-9.01.03P verify size and type of hose connection, check valves and additional components size and type of hose connection, check valves and additional components are verified according to AHJ, and codes, standards and regulations

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
B-9.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of fire department connections, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify types of fire department connections, and describe their characteristics, applications and installation requirements
  2. describe operating principles of fire department connections
  3. interpret information about fire department connections found on drawings and specifications
B-9.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to determine location, size and type of fire department connections
  1. describe procedures to determine location, size and type of fire department connections
  2. identify required proximity of fire department connections in relation to hydrants and fire department access
B-9.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for fire department connections
  1. identify codes, standards and regulations for fire department connections

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

B-9.02 - Installs fire department connections, piping and components

B-9.02 - Installs fire department connections, piping and components
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes yes yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-9.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
B-9.02.02P install pipe, devices and signage for fire department connections pipe, devices and signage for fire department connections are installed according to AHJ, and codes, standards and regulations
B-9.02.03P confirm orientation and thread compatibility of 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 and Objectives
B-9.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of fire department connections, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify types of fire department connections, and describe their characteristics, applications and installation requirements
  2. describe operating principles of fire department connections
  3. interpret information about fire department connections found on drawings and specifications
B-9.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install fire department connection piping and components
  1. identify tools and equipment used to install fire department connection piping and components, and describe their procedures for use
  2. describe procedures to install fire department connection piping and components
  3. identify required proximity of fire department connections in relation to hydrants and fire department access
B-9.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for fire department connections
  1. identify codes, standards and regulations for fire department connections

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Task B-10 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 may also be used as a secondary supply in areas where municipal supply is insufficient.

Sprinkler fitters install tanks and connect to the fire protection system.

B-10.01 - Installs water tanks

B-10.01 - Installs water tanks
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yes yes NV yes no yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-10.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
B-10.01.02P 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-10.01.03P arrange for installation of base, mounts and anchors base, mounts and anchors are installed to level, stabilize and support tank
B-10.01.04P 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
B-10.01.05P fill water tank with water water tank is filled with water to verify its integrity according to project and manufacturers’ specifications, AHJ, and codes, standards and regulations
Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
B-10.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of water tanks, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify types of water tanks, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. identify types of water connections and their components, and describe their characteristics and applications
  3. describe operating principles of water tanks
  4. interpret information about water tanks found on drawings and specifications
B-10.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install water tanks
  1. identify tools and equipment used to install water tanks, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify workplace hazards, and describe safe work practices to install water tanks
  3. describe procedures to install water tanks
  4. identify methods used for cathodic and corrosion protection of tanks
  5. identify methods to calculate volume, weights and elevation pressures
B-10.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for water tanks
  1. identify codes, standards and regulations for water tanks
B-10.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and environmental stewardship practices
  1. identify practices of water tank installation and securement that prevent water loss and collapse of water tank

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B-10.02 - Installs related equipment

B-10.02 - Installs related equipment
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Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-10.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
B-10.02.02P install controlling devices controlling devices are installed on tank and in reservoirs according to AHJ, and codes, standards and regulations
B-10.02.03P install hydrants hydrants are installed according to AHJ, and codes, standards and regulations
B-10.02.04P install fill line fill line is installed to tank to allow for automatic and periodic filling of water supply tank
B-10.02.05P connect test connection and relief valve discharge test connection and relief valve discharge from fire pump is connected to tank to conserve water during testing procedures according to site conditions and AHJ
B-10.02.06P verify installation of anti-vortex plate installation of anti-vortex plate is verified to be done when required by site conditions and AHJ
B-10.02.07P install tank heating system tank heating system is installed according to project and manufacturers' specifications, and codes, standards and regulations

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes and Objectives
B-10.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of water tanks and related equipment, their components, characteristics, applications and operation
  1. identify types of water tanks and related equipment, and describe their characteristics and applications
  2. identify types of controlling devices, and describe their characteristics and applications
  3. describe operating principles of water tanks and related equipment
  4. interpret information about water tanks and related equipment found on drawings and specifications
B-10.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install related equipment
  1. identify tools and equipment used to install related equipment, and describe their procedures for use
  2. identify workplace hazards, and describe safe work practices to install related equipment
  3. describe procedures to install related equipment
  4. explain supply and discharge piping requirements
  5. identify arrangement of fire pump suction components
B-10.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for water tanks and related equipment
  1. identify codes, standards and regulations for water tanks and related equipment

Range of Variables (include, but not limited to)