Winter '12 MEP Installation Blooper

Every season we post a photo illustrating the importance of including Construction Administration in the engineering scope of work. Even small, seemingly unimportant installation deficiencies can cause poor system performance, increased maintenance, or reduced equipment longevity.

By correctly identifying the installation blooper in bottom left corner of the screen, you are automatically entered to win a $100 Shell Oil Gas Card. The drawing will be held March 21, 2012, and past winners are eligible to win again.

Which response best identifies the installation blooper in the photo? (Click photo to enlarge)

	In the event of a sudden downpour, the storm drain system can experience a sudden pressure spike and require a safety �Blow Off Plug�. The Blow Off Plug of the storm drain pipe must be oriented toward a solid piece of building construction, to avoid injuries. Typically, this is done by installing the plug next to a steel beam or a poured concrete wall.
	Because storm drains never actually clog, the inaccessible clean out does not create a maintenance or operational issue.
	This clean out is easily accessed with a standard inverted 180 degree power drain snake.
	Locating a clean out against a structural member is a good practice as it insures that the clean out cannot back out and cause a leak.
	The clean out was installed with minimal clearance to a beam, which, in this case, virtually prevents access to the drain system at this change in direction. Clean out locations must be carefully coordinated to allow the operations staff clear and safe access to allow for proper maintenance and service to the system.

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