Plumbing: Pipe Fitting
Do you know the difference between a ‘street ell’ and a ‘dielectric union’? A thorough understanding of plumbing systems is not possible without knowledge of the importance of fittings. While fittings are small and seldom seen, their importance cannot be overstated. Fittings provide the accessories to complete a plumbing system. Couplings allow multiple pipe sections to be connected. Elbows provide the mechanism for pipes to change direction. Unions are essential for easily disassembling plumbing systems for maintenance and repair. Plastic, steel and copper water piping systems will be covered, for waste systems plastic and cast-iron piping will be discussed. The unique connection methods for each piping material will be reviewed. While there are dozens of fittings available to the plumber only the most common ones will be presented including, couplings, elbows, unions, nipples and reducers. The cause of galvanic corrosion will be examined along with the fitting that prevents this type of corrosion. At the conclusion of this training you will be able to describe the connection method of various pipe materials and the tools and techniques required. You will be able to identify and describe a ‘street ell’ and a ‘dielectric union’. You will become aware of troubling procedures for leaking unions. Finally, information on drain piping and the connection methods using ‘no-hub fittings will be presented.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What operational challenges does this course address?
This course addresses plumbing system maintenance, repair, and backflow-prevention practices related to Plumbing: Pipe Fitting. Do you know the difference between a ‘street ell’ and a ‘dielectric union’?. A thorough understanding of plumbing systems is not possible without knowledge of the importance of fittings.
What real-world situations or incidents is this training designed to prepare personnel for?
The training is designed to prepare personnel for leaks, backflow events, and plumbing failures technicians must diagnose and repair associated with Plumbing: Pipe Fitting. Do you know the difference between a ‘street ell’ and a ‘dielectric union’?. A thorough understanding of plumbing systems is not possible without knowledge of the importance of fittings.
What safety or compliance concerns does this course help organizations address?
This course helps organizations address plumbing-code and backflow-prevention requirements tied to Plumbing: Pipe Fitting. It supports stronger awareness, more consistent practices, and better day-to-day decision-making in commercial buildings.
Which personnel or departments would benefit most from this training?
This training is most relevant for facility maintenance technicians responsible for plumbing systems, along with organizations seeking to strengthen knowledge, consistency, and role-specific readiness connected to Plumbing: Pipe Fitting.
How can this course support department readiness, consistency, or professional development?
This course can support department readiness and professional development by improving technician consistency and reliability across commercial building systems related to Plumbing: Pipe Fitting.
How does this course fit into a broader training program?
This course fits well within a broader training program focused on commercial facility operations, technician skill development, and continuing education. It can be used to support onboarding, refresher training, continuing education, and more consistent performance across facility management teams.
