In 1935, seventeen Master Plumbers resolved to unite

all practitioners in order to modernize the practice of

plumbing and to provide clients with professionalized
plumbing services. They organized the NAMPAP and had
it registered with the Securities and Exchange
Commission.
Subsequently, the Association was accredited by the
PRC on October 2, 1975 as the fourteenth accredited
professional organization.
The NAMPAP pioneered in efforts leading towards the
creation of the Department of Public Services in the City
of Manila and the passage of City Ordinance 2411, The
Plumbing Code for the City of Manila. It also initiated
the formulation of the National Plumbing Code of the
Philippines which was promulgated on January 28,
1959.

In the ensuing years, the Association actively engaged

itself in the formulation of the National Building Code, the
passage of the law creating the National Waterworks and
Sewerage Authority, and the enactment of Republic Act No.
1378, Plumbing Law, on June 18, 1955. On January 28,
1959, the National Plumbing Code of the Philippines
prepared by NAMPAP was promulgated and approved by
Malacaang. NAMPAP assisted in the passage of the law
creating the National Waterworks and Sewerage Authority
(NAWASA).

In 1966-1969, the Board of Master

Plumbers and NAMPAP prepared a
curriculum for Master Plumbing/Plumbing
Engineering approved by the
Department of Education and first
introduced at the Feati University.
On June 28, 1967, the First Amendment
to Republic Act 1378 was approved,
which effected the inclusion of
Asbestos-Cement Pipe as an approved
plumbing material. Before Martial Law in
1972, Republic Act No. 6541 otherwise
known as the Building Code of the
Philippines was passed with the
National Plumbing of 1959 as referral
code in full text.

In 1997, NAMPAP President Jaime M.

Cabase spearheaded the drafting of the
Revised Plumbing Code. Finally, in
October 1999, NAMPAP submitted the
same to the Board of Examiners for
Master Plumbers. After careful review,
the Professional Regulation Commission
adopted the Revised Plumbing Code of
1999 which President Joseph Estrada
approved pursuant to Section 4 of
Republic Act No. 1378 last December
1999.
In 1999, NAMPAP initiated the filing of a
legislative proposal to upgrade the trade
of Master Plumbers to the profession of
Plumbing Engineers.

Homes and businesses require the skills of a master plumber to

install and repair pipes, appliances, and fixtures.
A plumber usually follows blueprints and building codes when
installing various fixtures, such as sinks and bathtubs.
When a pipe or appliance stops functioning properly, a plumber
will inspect the system, diagnose the problem, and perform any
necessary replacements or repairs.

A master plumber is a licensed professional who installs

and repairs various commercial and residential plumbing
systems.
He or she might specialize in designing new systems,
laying or fitting pipes, or performing repairs and
maintenance on appliances and fixtures.
Master plumbers are often self-employed, though many
work for local governments, construction companies, and
plumbing supply stores.
Engineers often work with a master plumber to create
blueprints for new systems and determine the cost of
implementing new systems.

They connect pipes between sewers or water

mains to to different facilities. Master pipefitters
usually specialize in working with pressurized
water systems, such as those used in
manufacturing firms and power plants.

Many plumbers begin their careers as apprentices,

where they assist experienced plumbers for four to five
years to learn the trade firsthand.
After completion of an apprenticeship, a plumber can
begin practicing independently and prepare for a state- or
country-specific licensing exam.
Written exams test a person's general plumbing
knowledge as well as his or her understanding of local
plumbing codes and regulations.

There is generally a strong demand for

licensed master plumbers to implement new
water systems and maintain existing ones.
Urbanization and population growth result in
the need for experienced professionals in both
residential and industrial facilities.
Technological advances in waste water
treatment plants and municipal water systems
present new opportunities for plumbers
working in all specialties.

VIRGILIO D. SIMBULAN
Chairman

VALENTINO M. MANGILA
Member

JESSIE M. MARIANO
Member

The topic deals with the basic knowledge of general

guidelines of character, rules and regulations as covenant in the
plumbing practice. This includes moral obligation and
relationship with clients and benefactors.

Documentation of requisites to the activities

undertaken in the plumbing project such as applications,
applicants and general conditions to be observed.

Definitions of various plumbing terms, phrases and

words used to define and interpret activities in plumbing.

Application of alignment and pitch of pipe with

inspection of the horizontal and vertical elevation above and
below ground lines, pipe protection and workmanship
including studies of prohibited fittings and dead end in pipe
installation.

Study of different materials and their quality such as

pipe, metal sheet lead and ferrules used in plumbing.

Basic knowledge of joints and connections on

different pipes use in plumbing.

Choices and different trap types and sizes of their

protection, requirements for various plumbing fixtures,
classification of clean out, equivalent, location and its
construction along pipe installation.

Basic knowledge on the quality and redeems of

potable water to meet standards of purity including sources,
storage and distribution to the building from the water main
through underwater into independent pipes network to the
different fixtures.

Knowledge of all kinds of receptacles used such as

water closets, urinal, bathtub, wash basin, wash tray bidet, slop
sink, and similar fixtures. Definition of locations, conductors,
ventilation including requirements on swimming pool and roof
extensions.

The topic deals with the basic knowledge of

ventilation requirements of rooms in all establishments with
water closets and urinals.

The study of different plumbing fixtures as presented in

table form with the corresponding nominal size of trap and
waste pipe required and equivalent fixture unit values
assignment for easy reference of practitioners.

The topic deals with the soil and waste stack

installation and its connections, size requirements for each
type of plumbing fixtures and their root terminal and below
ground installation.

Basic knowledge of the waste disposal system of a

building and the general fixtures of a septic tank, working
performance.

Basic theory of real numbers, equation functions and

graph, equation functions and graph, exponent and exponential
fractions.

Basic concepts in trigonometric functions, solution

of triangles, vectors, trigonometric functions of sum and
differences.

Basic concepts in the theory and applications of plane

coordinate system, equation and their loci, straight lines, conic
sections, plane and spherical surfaces.

Understanding of the science of physics, language

of physics, matter, theory of forces and motion, vector,
velocity and acceleration, matter and energy, kinetic theory
of matter specifically the behavior of liquids, solids, air and
other gases. Heat and temperature, expansion,
change of state and its transferance.

Basic concept of financial facts such as simple interest

and simple discount, compound interest, simple annuities,
amortization and sinking fund, depreciation and general
annuities.

Reading and interpretation of plans, symbols and legends and

specifications.

Shapes, sizes, dimensions, qualities and uses of

different kinds and classes of pipes, fittings, gauge, valves
and regulators.

Shapes, sizes, dimensions, qualities and uses of

different kinds and classes of plumbing fixtures and appliances;
sizes, dimension, heights and location of water supply and
discharge drains.

Different kinds of hand and machine tools and their

uses for cutting, reaming, threading, caulking, flaring and
brazing, welding joints and connections of different pipes
and fittings; hand and machine for removing stoppages of
drains, and repair of leaks and rusted pipes.

Periodic and regular inspection and serving of pipes and

fittings, controls, valves, regulators, plumbing fixtures,
appliances, pumps and similar equipment; repair of leaks and
rusted pipes.

Quantity take-off, bill of materials, cost estimates

based on plans and specification.

Obligations and contracts documentations, project

technical reporting, inspection and acceptance of materials and
workmanship.

Determine the amount and quality of water, develop

source and provide sanitary measures against contamination
and pollution.

Method of sewage treatment and disposal, design

and construction of septic tank, privy, cesspool, seepage.

Planning and design of water supply, distribution,

branch and all pipings to fixtures, appliances, appurtenance
within the building and premises.

Planning and design of house drains, house sewers,

horizontal branches, stacks, vents, drains, traps, cleanouts,
special waste, manhole and appurtenance within the
building and premises.

Planning and design of ground and sub-surface drains,

downspouts, floor and roof drains, area drains, catch basins,
manholes and appurtenances within the building and premises.

Planning and design of hot water supply and return

pipes, water heaters and appurtenance within the building
and premises.

Planning and design of dry and wet standpipes, fire for

fire protection within the building and premises.

Sizing the capacity of elevated and hydropneumatic

tanks, cistern, sewage and scum pits and appurtenances
within the building and premises.

Methods and techniques of pipe laying and installation,

joints and connections, pipe hangers and supports, storage and
protection from damages, inspection and acceptance of
workmanship.

Preparation of orthographic working drawings,

isometric, schematic diagrams, riser diagrams, details,
symbols and legends and specifications.

All applicants shall, prior to the date of the

examination, establish to the satisfaction of the
Board:

a. He is at least twenty one (21) years of age.

b. He is a citizen of the Philippines.
c. He is of good moral character.
d. He is at least a high school graduate.
e. He has at least five years of experience in actual
plumbing work under the supervision of a registered
master plumber.

Identification Sheet, Answer Sheet

Handling of Examinee Identification Sheet/Answer Sheets
Check if the Serial Number of Examinee Identification Sheet/Answer
Sheets are the same for all the sheets. If there is any discrepancy,
return the set to your Room Watchers for replacement. The Serial
Number is NOT the examination number. It has nothing to do with
your examination.
Check if there are defects or unnecessary marks on your Examinee
Identification Sheet/Answer Sheets.
Check if the number of Answer Sheets corresponds to the number
of examination subjects.
Do not fold or mutilate, take extra care and keep clean your
Examinee Identification Sheet/Answer Sheets.
Before detaching an answer sheet, check if the brown envelope is
yours and the set inside belongs to you.

How to Mark Your Examinee Identification Sheet/Answer

Sheets
oUse standard No. 2 pencil only
oDo not use too much pressure
oMark like this not like these
oMake the mark dark and straight
oStrictly no erasures allowed

How To Apply For The Examination

STEP 1
Secure Application Form from the PRC Customer Service Center (CSC)
and accomplish the same.
STEP 2
Submit the Application Form for processing and evaluation at any of
the Processing Windows together with the following:
Original and photocopies of Transcript of Records with Special Order
and Date of Graduation with SCANNED PICTURES AND WITH REMARKS
FOR BOARD EXAMINATION PURPOSES ONLY. (Graduates of
government schools and institutions/programs accredited by
recognized accredited agencies under the FAAP are exempted from SO
[B]). Graduates of New Schools/Degree Programs must submit School
Recognition and/or Permit to Operate.
Original and photocopy of NSO-issued Birth Certificate (if NSO copy is
not clear, bring copy from the Local Civil Registrar).
Original and photocopies of NSO-issued Marriage Contract (for
married female only; if NSO copy is not clear, bring copy from Local
Civil Registrar).
Four (4) passport size colored pictures in white background with
complete name tag.
Current Community Tax Certificate (Cedula)

How To Apply For The Examination

NOTE: Secure the following from the processor upon approval of
your application:
Permanent Examination and Registration Record card (PERRC)
Download sample PERRC
Notice of Admission (NOA)
STEP 3
Pay examination fee at any Cashier Window. Get Official Receipt.
Baccalaureate Degree - P900.00
Non-Baccalaureate Degree - P600.00
Removal - P450.00
STEP 4
Pay for metered documentary stamps and mailing envelope with
metered documentary stamps at the CSC.
STEP 5
Accomplish the PERRC and NOA. Indicate the Application Number,
Official Receipt number, date, and amount on the Notice of Admission.
STEP 6
Proceed to any of the Issuance Windows (Window 9, 10, 11, 12) for final
review of qualifications and documents and issuance of NOA, Program
of Examination, Examinee's Kit and Self-Instruction Sheet. Download
Examinees' Self Instruction Sheet

How To Apply For The Examination

STEP 7
Keep the Notice of Admission and Official Receipt. Bring
these with you on the first day of the examination. For
further information, read the General Instructions at the
back page of the NOA, Program of Examination, Examinee's
Kit and Self-Instruction Sheet.
STEP 8
Bring your NOA when you verify with the PRC your
school/building assignment which will be posted at the PRC
premises two (2) or three (3) working days before the
examination date. The room assignment will also be posted
at this webpage.

How To Apply
For The
Examination

Room Assignments
INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Examinees should report before 6:30 in the morning every

examination day. LATE EXAMINEES WILL NOT BE ADMITTED.
2. Bring the following: Notice of Admission (NOA), Official
Receipt, pencils no. 1 or 2, black ball pens, meteredstamped window mailing envelope, long brown and long
plastic envelopes.
3. CELLULAR PHONES AND OTHER ELECTRONIC GADGETS
ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
4. Wear the prescribed dress code.

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