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A plumber is designing a drainage system for a building with several floor drains in a high-traffic area that are prone to receiving oils and debris. What type of interceptor would commonly be specified to protect the sanitary drainage system from these contaminants?
An oil interceptor is designed to separate and retain oils, greases, and other petroleum products from wastewater, which is crucial in areas where such contamin
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Question: A plumber is designing a drainage system for a building with several floor drains in a high-traffic area that are prone to receiving oils and debris. What type of interceptor would commonly be specified to protect the sanitary drainage system from these contaminants?
Answer options:
- Hair interceptor
- Laundry interceptor ✅ Oil interceptor
- Plaster interceptor
Correct answer: Oil interceptor
Explanation: An oil interceptor is designed to separate and retain oils, greases, and other petroleum products from wastewater, which is crucial in areas where such contaminants are likely to enter the drainage system. Hair, laundry, and plaster interceptors serve different specific purposes.
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