WALMART MAINTENANCE Plumbing and Facilities 2

Question 1

What is the purpose of a floor drain in a retail store?

Accepted Answer

To collect and channel water from spills, cleaning, or equipment to the sewer system

Answer

Decoration

Answer

To provide ventilation

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To anchor display fixtures

Question 2

What should maintenance check during a regular restroom inspection?

Accepted Answer

Fixtures for leaks, flushing mechanisms, supplies, cleanliness, and ventilation fan operation

Answer

Only the soap dispensers

Answer

Only the mirrors

Answer

Only the toilet paper supply

Question 3

What causes a toilet to run continuously?

Accepted Answer

A faulty flapper valve, fill valve, or improperly adjusted float

Answer

Too much water pressure

Answer

A clogged drain

Answer

Cold weather

Question 4

What is the purpose of a P-trap under a sink?

Accepted Answer

To hold water that creates a seal preventing sewer gases from entering the building

Answer

To catch lost items

Answer

To regulate water pressure

Answer

To filter particles from wastewater

Question 5

What is the sign of a failing water heater in a commercial setting?

Accepted Answer

Rusty water, inconsistent temperatures, unusual noises, or visible leaks around the base

Answer

The water heater makes no noise at all

Answer

The water heater operates too quietly

Answer

The pilot light is blue

Question 6

Why is it important to maintain proper water pressure in a retail building?

Accepted Answer

Proper pressure ensures fixtures work correctly, fire sprinklers function, and prevents pipe damage from excessive pressure

Answer

Only for aesthetic reasons

Answer

It only matters for drinking fountains

Answer

Water pressure does not affect operations