Chapter 15 of the Handbook of Polyethylene Pipe, 2nd Edition provides the accepted procedures for repairing buried polyethylene (PE) potable-water pressure pipelines, covering inspection and damage assessment, leak identification, excavation and safety practices, squeeze-off methods, mechanical and fusion-type repairs, service-connection restoration, and return-to-service considerations. It outlines material compatibility, installation conditions, pressure-testing requirements, and environmental factors that influence long-term pipe performance. Used within One Exam Prep study scopes, this chapter supports contractors and exam candidates by defining the standardized, code-aligned practices essential for maintaining and restoring PE potable-water systems.
Chapter 15 of the Handbook of Polyetheylene Pipe, 2nd Edition (General Guidelines for Repairing Buried PE Potable Water Pressure Pipes)