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Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
Upstream of the aftercooler and downstream of the air intake should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
(ofe)In oxy-fuel equipment, if the supply pressure gas is allowed to leak into the low pressure side of a regulator, this can cause problems with gauges, relief valves and operation of tools. Which of the answers below best describes this condition?
Type "L" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
(ofe)All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
(ofe)100°C is the approximate melting temperature of a fusible plug equipped on an acetylene bottle. Of the reasons below, choose the best reason explaining the purpose of these plugs.
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Curb stop valve" variation?
Position designations for groove and fillet test welds include numbers and letters. The number dictates a particular position, while the letter dictates a particular position. Choose the best combination of letters and numbers below to identify the weld position and type shown in the picture below.
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
(ofc)There are three commonly used basic systems of controlling the operation of a mechanized oxy-fuel cutter. Which of the answers below is not one of them? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
(ofe)A neutral flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
After initial tensioning, a set of studbolts may have to be re-tensioned after start up. Which of the following terms would best explain the cause of this situation?
(ofe)The most common colour for a fuel gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
(v) Valves have many uses in process control. Which of the valves below would be the worst choice for a throttling application for a slurry?
If you are asked to install PVC piping for a drainage system, what colour must the pipe and solvent be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials below best fits this description?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the rays below would best be described as one that would cause cataracts with long term exposure?
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
"This Section provides such guidelines to assist those directly responsible for operating, maintaining, and inspecting power boilers." This is the best description of which of the following ASME sections?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
(ofe)Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the flame burns back into the tip, followed by a "pop" noise?
(papg) Areas and surface areas can be measured in both square inches and square feet. Which of the answers below would allow you to convert ft² from in²?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to bend wires in an extremely tight spot, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
There are three elements that are required to start a fire, this is called the "Fire triangle". Fuel and heat of ignition form two sides of this triangle. Of the answers below, choose the one that best fits on the third side.
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
Use the answers below to answer the following question. "To aid in the removal of trapped sediment and small debris, a valve should be closed in which manner?
Which of the layout tools below would be the most accurate in transferring measurements? Choose from the following tools.
Straight pattern, Y pattern and angle pattern are all design variations of which style of valve?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld tee?
(ofe)Working with explosive gases is a dangerous prospect, you have to be aware of the limits of flammability for the gas you are working with. Of the gases below, choose the one that has the range of flammability that is 5.3%-14% in air.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
"Of all the plastic compression joining methods, this one will not create a flow restriction within the line." This is the best description for which of the following?
(se)"An type of material that allows the flow of an electrical current in one or more directions." The best answer that this statement describes is which of the following?
(bs)This filler metal is most commonly used with cobalt alloys, and applications that have an extremely high service temperature." This statement describes which of the filler metals below best?
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(se)"The deflection of an electric arc from its normal path because of magnetic forces, usually after the current has been moving in the same path of travel for an extended period." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
These manufacturer installed items must be removed before the piping is put into operation, but not before the Variable Spring Hanger is installed and fully loaded. Of the selections below, which items best fits this description?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
(ofe)Of the gases below, choose the best one that supports combustion, but is non-flammable on it own.
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
(v) Individual types of valve have certain characteristics. Which of the valves below would be available in angle, Y, and straight configurations?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluid will exert pressure in ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
The height of a free standing or rolling scaffold is restricted to no more than 3 times the smallest base dimension. This guideline comes from which of the acts below?
Calculate the mass of 2.75 m³ of stainless steel that weighs 3790 kg/m³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
Typical hanger spacing for 50 mm cast iron pipe is 3.0 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 13 m horizontal run?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the answers below would create the greatest amount of "Ultraviolet rays" while being used?
When installing a new valve into an existing piping system you find that the flange bolt holes are threaded UNC. The original line also has tapped bolt holes, but are UNF. The valve installation details requires a nut on the valve flange, the line specification requires a fastener with a nut on both ends. Which of the solutions below would satisfy all of the specifications?
At the bottom of a column of Hg, the pressure is 5.82 psi, how many inches of water column is required to exert this same pressure? Choose the best answer from those provided below
A journeyman is paid 27% more than his apprentice. If the journeyman is earning $43.50, what is the apprentice being paid? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(ofe)The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
When using a beam clamp, ensuring the recommended support load is not exceeded is important. What other component of this support system needs to checked against the weight of the load?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a steep volt-amp curve. It is well suited for SMAW and GTAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
"A process in which two or more items (usually metal) are joined together by melting and putting a filler metal into the joint, the filler metal having a lower melting point than the adjoining metal. " This is the best description for which of the following?
"These drawing tools as commonly used with a T-square to produce vertical and angled lines." Of the tools below, which is best described by this statement?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the orientation of the numerical dimensions.
(wf)Weld faults can happen even before the welding has occurred. Which of the answers below best describes the number of common types of pre-weld dimensional defects?
"This operation of this type of chuck is with an external collar that you hand turn." This statement best describes which of the chucks below?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "D" represent in this formula?
Fillet welds have fundamentally ________ different types of welds. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Commonly receding lines are drawn from the horizontal at 30°, 45° or 60°. If you were to draw a receding line at a 45°, it would be foreshortened by which of the amounts below. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
To supply a gas test with high pressure, dry gas, which of the following would be best to use?
(se)The distance from the molten pool of the weld to the end of the electrodes core wire is called the arc length. A distance that is ________ of the diameter of the electrodes core wire is considered normal. Choose from the following options the best answer to fill the blank.
The engineer has asked you to verify the base for setting a tank on, the area required will be a minimum of 10 meters. Which of the answers below best represents the minimum radius required to set the tank?
After installing an instrument air piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. The piping specs require that no moisture be left in the system after testing. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
(papg) There are several different methods to calculate the grade of a slope. Which of the methods below would only be used for metric measurements primarily, but also imperial measurements only?
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
(mse)"This mechanical property is expressed in an elongation percentage. A bend test is used to achieve this percentage." Which of the properties is best described by this statement?
These materials can be cooled and heated several times without any change in their chemistry or mechanical properties. This allows them to be formed and re-formed into different shapes" This is the best description of which of the terms below?
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
The wall thickness of the two most commonly available fittings for 27.5mm (1/2") pipe are:
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
If you had to walk around a house and it took you 4 minutes to walk one side and 6 minutes to walk the adjacent side, how long would it take to finish the entire walk? Choose the best answers from those below
Fabricators and designers have been using the various lines to convey information in their drawings, which is called the "alphabet of lines". Which of the terms below best describes the line labeled "G" in the picture provided?
Files and hacksaws are similar in that they only__________. Use the answers below to complete the sentence.
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the rays below would best be described as one that would cause sever eye strain, and possible blindness?
(ofc)Oxygen should have a purity of 99.5% or higher for oxy-fuel cutting. The cutting speed will be an estimated ¾ of normal and the expenditure in cutting oxygen will increase approximately ¼ of normal for each _______ drop in purity percentage form optimum. Use the answers provided to select the best one to fill in the blank.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
(wf)While welding, water and other liquids get caught up in the weld. These produces voids of gas when the weld cools. Which of the terms below best describes these voids?
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance that cannot be be chemically reduced into simpler components.
With the options below,complete the following sentence. "The rules of ASME _______ constitute construction requirements for pressure vessels."
(bs)Which of the filler metals would be most commonly used when brazing copper or copper alloys? Choose the best answer from the following filler metals.
Of the answers below, which is the best example of the difference between a sensitive drill press and an upright drill press?