 Plumbing
This Merit Badge requires 2 sessions to complete.
The Pathways to Eagle preparation work needed for the Plumbing merit badge is: 2
- Items in RED - MUST be completed before the session starts to make it possible to complete the merit badge at Pathways to Eagle. Bring proof of completion (item, written work, note, photo, etc.)
- Items in GREEN - Can be completed before the session starts or done during merit badge session.
- Items in BLACK - MUST be ready to demonstrate your knowledge of these requirements during the merit badge session.
Scouts are strongly encouraged to use a Merit Badge worksheet to show that they have done the preparation work for the merit badge.
Download the workbook for the
Plumbing Merit Badge
in Adobe PDF format from the U.S. Scouting Service Project website.
Scouts MUST be able to discuss any items completed as preparation works or as written work.
Note: Some requirements contain items that fall into more that one category and are listed as the higher category.
| a. |
Describe how a properly working plumbing system protects your family's health and safety. |
| b. |
List five important local health regulations related to plumbing and tell how they protect health and safety. |
| c. |
Describe the safety precautions you must take when making home plumbing repairs. |
| a. |
Make a drawing and explain how a home hot-and cold-water supply system works. Tell how you would make it safe from freezing. |
| b. |
Make a drawing and explain the drainage system of the plumbing in a house. Show and explain the use of drains and vents. |
3. |
Show how to use five important plumber's tools. |
4. |
Identify and describe the use of each of the
following: washer, retaining nut, plunger (rubber
force cup), solder, flux, elbow, tee, nipple,
coupling, plug, union, trap, drainpipe, and water
meter. |
5. |
Name the kinds of pipe that are used most often in a plumbing system. Explain why these pipes are used. |
6. |
Cut, thread, and connect two pieces of metal pipe. |
7. |
Under the supervision of a knowledgeable adult, solder three copper tube connections using a gas torch. Include one tee, two straight pieces, and one coupling. |
| a. |
Replace a washer in a faucet. |
| b. |
Clean out a sink or lavatory trap. |
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The requirements listed on this web site are believed to be correct.
The official requirements can be found in the current edition of
"Boy Scout Requirements Book 2026"
Download the workbook for the
Plumbing Merit Badge
in Adobe PDF format from, The U.S. Scouting Service Project website.
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