Plumber’s Handbook Revised 6th Ed

The Plumber’s Handbook Revised 6th Ed was originally written for working plumbers to assure safe, reliable, code-compliant plumbing installations that pass inspection the first time, Plumber’s Handbook, because of its readability, accuracy and clear, simple diagrams, has become the textbook of choice for numerous schools preparing plumbing students for the plumber’s exams. Now, with a set of questions for each chapter, full explanations for the answers, and with a 200-question sample exam in the back, this handbook is one of the best tools available for preparing for almost any plumbing journeyman, master or state-required plumbing contracting exam. Recently updated to 2021 editions of the UPC and IPC by David Gans, an experienced and certified journeyman plumber, city plumbing inspector/plans examiner as well as plumbing apprenticeship program instructor, this will be your go-to guide when you need to not only know the code requirements, but understand why they are important. This handbook effectively addresses how the two major plumbing codes accomplish the goal of safe and sanitary plumbing installations. In this edition, to help plumbers meet the detailed requirements of the ADA, we have included the full text of Chapter 6: Plumbing Elements And Facilities from the ADA Standards for Accessible Design.

Key aspects:

• Comprehensive Code Compliance: Covers installation practices that comply with the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) and International Plumbing Code (IPC), ensuring adherence to current standards.
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Integration: Includes the full text of Chapter 6: Plumbing Elements and Facilities from the ADA Standards for Accessible Design, addressing accessibility requirements in plumbing installations.
• Updated Code References: Reflects the latest amendments and updates to plumbing codes, ensuring relevance and accuracy. 
• Practical Tips and Recommendations: Offers practical advice and trade tips for real-world plumbing installations and problem-solving.
• State Licensing Exam Preparation: Recognized as an approved reference for plumbing contractor exams in many states, aiding in exam preparation.

Highlights:

• Clear, Non-Technical Language: Explains plumbing concepts in straightforward, everyday language, making complex topics accessible to both professionals and students.
• Extensive Illustrations and Diagrams: Features numerous diagrams, charts, and tables to visually explain plumbing systems and components.
• Chapter-End Review Questions: Each chapter concludes with multiple-choice questions to reinforce learning and assess understanding.
• Comprehensive Sample Exam: Includes a 200-question sample exam at the end of the book, simulating the format of journeyman and master plumber licensing exams. 

About Authors

• Howard Massey, original author, was an expert on the plumbing code and plumbing principles. He was a plumbing contractor, plumbing instructor, plumbing consultant and plumbing plans examiner for Dade County, Florida, and authored several respected and still-used plumbing instruction manuals, including Basic Plumbing with Illustrations and Plumber’s Exam Preparation Guide.
• David M. Gans, is eminently qualified to revise and bring up-to-date the work of the late Mr. Massey. He is a licensed plumber and IAPMO and ICC Certified plumbing inspector/plans examiner, certified master code professional, and currently works as a Chief Code Official in Southern California. From his years operating his own contracting business, he understands the challenges the plumber faces in complying with new plumbing codes and standards.

Other Works:

•  Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters 8th Edition
• Modern Plumbing 9th Edition
• 2021 International Plumbing Code (International Code Council Series) 1st Edition