: The Plumbing Foundation and Job?Ready Preparation Program equips learners with the essential skills, safety training, and hands?on knowledge needed to succeed in entry?level plumbing roles. Blending foundational and intermediate plumbing instruction with OSHA 10 safety certification, this program prepares learners to contribute effectively on real job sites from day one.
: Upon completion, learners will be eligible to sit for the OSHA-10 exam.
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Lesson 1
Plumbing Foundation and Job Ready Preparation (Basics)
Module 1: Introduction to the Plumbing Trade
• Overview of plumbing systems
• Roles and responsibilities of a plumber
• Industry terminology and basic concepts
Module 2: Tools, Materials & Safety
• Hand and power tools used in plumbing
• Pipe types, fittings, and materials
• Jobsite safety and hazard awareness
Module 3: Plumbing Systems Fundamentals
• Water supply systems
• Drainage, waste, and vent (DWV) systems
• Pressure, flow, and basic hydraulics
Module 4: Basic Installation Skills
• Measuring, cutting, and joining piping
• Installing fixtures and basic components
• Intro to reading plumbing drawings
Module 5: On the Job Skill Reinforcement
• Applying classroom concepts in field scenarios
• Communication and workflow on a jobsite
• Preparing for Year 2 apprenticeship tasks
Plumbing Foundation and Job Ready Preparation (Intermediate)
Module 1: Intermediate Plumbing Theory
• System design principles
• Advanced hydraulics and flow characteristics
• Backflow prevention and water quality basics
Module 2: Code Application & Compliance
• Understanding plumbing code structure
• Applying code to real installation scenarios
• Common compliance issues and how to avoid them
Module 3: Advanced Installation Practices
• Multi fixture installations
• Water heater fundamentals
• Venting, cleanouts, and system layout
Module 4: Troubleshooting & Diagnostics
• Identifying system failures
• Leak detection and repair strategies
• Using diagnostic tools effectively
Module 5: Jobsite Efficiency & Professional Skills
• Working independently and within a crew
• Documentation and workflow management
• Preparing for advanced apprenticeship responsibilities
OSHA 10 Hour General Industry
Module 1: Introduction to OSHA
• Worker rights and employer responsibilities
• OSHA standards and enforcement
Module 2: Workplace Hazards
• Slips, trips, and falls
• Electrical safety
• Hazard communication
Module 3: Industrial Safety Practices
• Personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Machine guarding
• Ergonomics and safe work habits
Module 4: Final Assessment & Certification Requirements
• Review of key safety concepts
• CareerSafe® assessment requirements
• Steps to earn the OSHA 10 wallet card
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