Master Plumber

• BOARD COMPOSITION

  1. REYNALD B. ILAGAN (Chairperson)
  2. PEDRITO D. CAMILET JR. (Member)
  3. JAIME JAJAY E. CRUZ (Member)
• Plumbing is the art and technique of installing pipes, fixtures, and other apparatuses in buildings for bringing in the supply of liquids, substances and/or ingredients and removing them.
• Plumbing System includes all potable water supply and distribution pipes, all plumbing fixtures and traps; all sanitary and storm drainage systems; vent pipes, roof drains, leaders and downspouts; and all building drains and sewers, including their respective joints and connections; devices, receptacles, and appurtenances within the property; water lines in the premises; potable, tap, hot and chilled water piping; potable water treating or using equipment; fuel gas piping; water heaters and vents for same.
• A Plumbing system, reduced to its simplest terms, consists of a supply pipe leading to a fixture and a drainpipe taking the used water away from this fixture.
• The plumbing fixtures are the receptacles that receive the supplied water and allow the occupants of the building to use the water.
• The plumber is the one who works or engages in the business of installing in buildings the pipes fixtures and other apparatus for bringing in the water supply and removing liquid and waterborne wastes.
• three categories of plumbers based upon their graces of experiences:

  1. Apprentice Plumber
  2. Journeyman Plumber
  3. Master Plumber
• Apprentice plumber - a beginner at the trade who usually serves for 3 to 5 years as helper to a journeyman
• Journeyman plumber - has served his apprenticeship and is competent to perform the tasks of installing and repairing plumbing
• Master plumber - a person technically and legally qualified and licensed to practice the profession of master plumbing without limitations in accordance with Republic Act 1378, having passed the examinations conducted by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), has received a certificate of registration from the board of master plumbing and possesses the current license to practice.
• The Birth of the Plumbing Profession in the Philippines is traced back to the 17th Century. Walled City (Intramuros) was established by the Spaniards as a model community.
• The Friar Engineers who built the government buildings, residential, and other structures, incorporated European Standards in their plumbing installation.
• During 18th and 19th Century, Filipino Plumbers were assigned the task of maintaining, repairing and/or remodeling plumbing systems in all “Pueblos” or towns including churches, convents, and government buildings.
• In the 20th Century, Governor General Harrison issued a letter instruction of proper waste disposal in all municipalities.
• In 1902, the Plumbing Trade was duly recognized by the government in the City of Manila.
• Master Plumber John F. Haas became the first Chief of the Division of Plumbing Construction and Inspection.
• A Plumbing Code based on the Plumbing Code of the United States was incorporated into the Building Code for the City of Manila.
• In 1935, the National Master Plumbers Association of the Philippines (NAMPAP)was formally organized.
• Manila City Ordinance 2411, the “Plumbing Code of the City of Manila” was enacted and placed under the Department of Public Services, Manila.
• In 1954, the Third Congress approved House Bill No. 962 which in June 18, 1955, became R.A. 1378 “Plumbing Law of the Philippines” upon ratification of President Ramon Magsaysay.
• On January 28, 1959, the National Plumbing Code of the Philippines prepared by NAMPAP was promulgated and approved by Malacañang. NAMPAP also assisted the passage of the law creating the National Waterworks and Sewerage Authority (NAWASA).
• In 1966-1969, the Board of Examiners for Master Plumbers and the NAMPAP prepared a Curriculum for Plumbing Engineering that was approved by the Department of Education and was first introduced at the FEATI University.
• On November 28, 1967, The first amendment to the National Plumbing Code was approved, which effected the inclusion of “Asbestos-Cement Pipe” as an approved plumbing material.
• There are three categories of plumbers based upon their grades of experiences: Apprentice plumber, Journeyman plumber, and Master plumber.
• The plumber is the one who works or engages in the business of installing in buildings the pipes, fixtures, and other apparatus for bringing in the water supply and removing liquid and waterborne wastes.
• Master Plumber John F. Haas became the first Chief of the Division of Plumbing Construction and Inspection.
• The piping network within the building which conveys from the plumbing fixtures all wastes and fecal matter (sanitary drainage) as well as rainwater (storm drainage) to a point of disposal or a treatment facility is known as the plumbing system.
• In 1902, the Plumbing Trade was duly recognized by the government in the City of Manila.
• The Friar Engineers who built the government buildings, residential, and other structures, incorporated European Standards in their plumbing installation.
• The plumbing profession in the Philippines can be traced back to the 17th Century when the Walled City (Intramuros) was established by the Spaniards as a model community.
• In the 20th Century, Governor General Harrison issued a letter instruction of proper waste disposal in all municipalities.
• During the 18th and 19th Century, Filipino Plumbers were assigned the task of maintaining, repairing, and/or remodeling plumbing systems in all “Pueblos” or towns including churches, convents, and government buildings.
• Explosive Food no water closet and septic tank (14-17).
• A Registered Master Plumber shall not substitute another Registered Master Plumber after definite steps have already been taken toward his/her being commissioned to perform the contract.
• A Registered Master Plumber shall maintain a professional bearing consistent with an honorable and dignified pursuit of his/her profession, adhering to a set of conduct becoming of his/her calling, and shall not act in an unprofessional manner and demand any remuneration other than his/her original charges except for additional services not covered in the basic contract.
• A Registered Master Plumber shall not take the advantage of a salaried government position to compete unfairly with a practicing Registered Master Plumber.
• Pure plus sufficient equals minimum explosion (1-4).
• Sewer for each family are smooth materials with cleanouts approved by NAMPAP (5-9).
• A Registered Master Plumber shall not underbid another Registered Master Plumber by reducing his/her professional fees after being informed of the fees charged by the other Registered Master Plumber.
• Traps, Drainage, Vent Test (10-13).