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Actionable Tip: Prevent Plumbing Failures with Proper Venting and Pipe Sizing

Many plumbing failures stem from incorrect pipe sizing and poor venting, leading to clogs, sewer gas odors, and inefficient drainage. One immediate step you can take is to verify that your facility’s drainage fixture units (DFUs) are properly calculated to ensure correct pipe sizing and airflow. Training your team in venting methods, slope calculations, and proper fixture installation will significantly reduce system failures and maintenance costs.

 

Why This Course Matters for Supervisors and Managers

If you oversee maintenance teams, facility operations, or construction projects, ensuring proper plumbing design, installation, and compliance is critical. Incorrect installations lead to costly repairs, failed inspections, and even health risks from sewer gas exposure. By enrolling your team in the Plumbing Fundamentals course, you will:

• Reduce system failures by ensuring accurate pipe sizing and venting
• Improve efficiency through proper tool use and installation techniques
• Ensure compliance with plumbing codes (UPC, IPC, ADA)
• Lower maintenance costs by training employees to perform repairs correctly

 

What This Course Covers

NTT’s Plumbing Fundamentals course provides an introduction to the plumbing trade, covering essential knowledge that enhances both new and experienced workers’ skills.

• Introduction to Plumbing – History, codes, and core principles
• Tools and Safety – Proper use and maintenance of plumbing tools
• Basic Plumbing Mathematics – DFU calculations, slope estimation, and pipe volumes
• Water Systems – Selecting and installing materials for potable water and drainage systems
• Piping and Joining Techniques – Copper, PVC, PEX, and various joining methods
• Plumbing Fixtures – Installation, alignment, and compliance with water efficiency standards
• Drainage and Venting Systems – Ensuring proper airflow and drainage for system efficiency
• Plumbing Drawings and Rough-In Sheets – Reading and creating accurate installation plans

The course blends lecture-based instruction with hands-on demonstrations, allowing participants to apply concepts in real-world scenarios.

Who Should Take This Course?

• Facility Managers & Maintenance Technicians – Ensure compliance and efficiency in plumbing systems
• Apprentice Plumbers & Construction Supervisors – Build foundational plumbing knowledge
• HVAC Professionals – Expand skills for a broader range of maintenance responsibilities
• Building Inspectors – Gain a deeper understanding of plumbing code enforcement

 

How This Course Benefits Your Organization

✔  Fewer maintenance issues – Correct installation techniques reduce costly plumbing failures

✔  Compliance confidence – Your team will be familiar with Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), International Plumbing Code (IPC), and ADA standards

✔  Improved safety – Proper venting and fixture alignment prevent workplace hazards

✔  Increased efficiency – Employees work faster and with fewer mistakes when trained properly

 

Enroll Your Team Today

Equip your team with the knowledge and skills they need to install, maintain, and troubleshoot plumbing systems with confidence.

Course Format: 1-day (8 hours), instructor-led with hands-on demonstrations

Available Onsite and Online

Invest in proper plumbing training today—reduce failures, improve compliance, and save on costly repairs!