Certification
UPC Residential and Commercial Plumbing Inspector (PI)
International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials
Median earnings
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Cost
$250
Duration
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Completion
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Plumbing code inspection
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Skills taught
Apply general plumbing regulations and reference standards to inspect plumbing systems for code compliance on residential and commercial construction projectsInspect fixtures and fixture fittings for proper installation, approved materials, and compliance with applicable plumbing codes and manufacturer specificationsInspect water heater installations including equipment type, pressure relief valves, venting, and seismic strapping for code compliance and safe operationInspect water supply and distribution systems including pipe materials, pressure, pipe support, and backflow prevention devices for code complianceApply water pipe sizing principles to verify pipe sizing calculations meet minimum flow and pressure requirements for the intended occupancy and useInspect sanitary drainage systems including pipe materials, slopes, cleanouts, and connections for compliance with applicable drainage codes and standardsApply DWV sizing principles to verify drain, waste, and vent system sizing meets code requirements for the fixture units servedInspect indirect waste installations including air gaps, air breaks, and receptor locations for compliance with applicable plumbing codesInspect vent systems including vent types, pipe sizing, terminations, and connections to drainage systems for code compliance and proper functionInspect traps and interceptors including grease interceptors, oil separators, and sand interceptors for proper installation, sizing, and accessibility per applicable codesInspect storm drainage systems including roof drains, conductors, and site drainage components for proper sizing, materials, and code complianceInspect fuel gas piping systems including pipe materials, support, pressure testing, appliance connections, and clearances for compliance with applicable gas codes and safety standardsApply gas piping sizing principles to verify fuel gas systems are sized to deliver adequate pressure and volume to all connected appliancesInspect medical gas systems including piping materials, labeling, station outlets, alarms, and zone valve installations for compliance with applicable codes and NFPA 99 standardsInspect firestop protection at plumbing penetrations through fire-rated assemblies for compliance with applicable fire codes and listed system requirementsInspect alternate water source systems including reclaimed water and graywater installations for proper labeling, cross-connection controls, and code complianceInspect non-potable rainwater catchment systems including collection, storage, treatment, and distribution components for compliance with applicable codes and public health requirements