51.7.5 - Checking pipe gradients and blockages
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What is a pipe gradient?
💡 Hint: Think about how slopes affect movement.
What indicates a blockage in drainage systems?
💡 Hint: What would you notice if a drain isn’t working?
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What is the role of pipe gradients in drainage systems?
💡 Hint: Think about the need for pipes to carry water away efficiently.
Blockages in drainage systems can be caused by debris. True or False?
💡 Hint: Consider what might naturally happen in any outdoor system.
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Design a drainage maintenance plan for a 50-acre irrigation field, detailing how often to check pipe gradients and what specific actions should be taken.
💡 Hint: Consider the scale of the field when determining how often checks should occur.
Evaluate the consequences of not addressing identified blockages in a drainage system. What strategies would you recommend to mitigate this risk?
💡 Hint: Think about the long-term effects of water not being able to drain away.
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