(PDF copy) This DIPRA installation guide provides step-by-step instructions for ductile iron pipe projects. It addresses material properties, joint assembly, trench preparation, and quality assurance.
Pipe classes and pressure ratings for water and sewer applications
Joint options: push-on, mechanical, and restrained systems
Trench layout: bedding, embedment zones, and backfill methods
Pressure testing, chlorination, and corrosion protection
Safety protocols, inspection checklists, and common field corrections
 
Essential for contractors, utility engineers, and public-works teams to ensure leak-free, long-lasting ductile iron pipelines. Installation Guide for Ductile Iron Pipe is used on the Florida CUC Underground Utility & Excavation Contractor's exam.  DIPRA's Installation Guide for Ductile Iron Pipe is used on Florida's CUC Underground Utility & Excavation contractor's exam.
A BOUND pdf version of this reference may be brought into the test centers for use on the exam.