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Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "D".
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
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 "B" in the picture provided?
(ofe)All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
(es) Amperage has an effect on the human body depending on the amount exposed to. Which of the mA answers below best corresponds to having pain, with the loss of voluntary muscle control, as it travels through the body?
(wf)The welding surface may contain discontinuities from the style of preparation. From the answers below, choose the best one that describes discontinuities from a surfaced prepped by thermal cutting blades.
You are asked to install 753 meters of 50mm, Sch 40 pipe. At the end of the day, you have 157 meters installed, how many meters do you have left until the job is complete? Choose the best anser from the ones provided below.
Typical hanger spacing for 19 mm copper pipe is 2.4 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 8 m horizontal run?
(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.
"This layout tool consists of a calibrated protractor, X-shaped frame, and a triple jointed marking arm and holder. This allows for marking of steel or pipe." Of the answers below, choose the one is best defined by this statement.
Before entering a container to work, your Journeyman asks for a gas test to be done. The foreman agrees and puts the sniffer close to the roof of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
Electrical shock accounts for a large number of workplace injuries. Which of the following would not increase the possibility of electrical shock? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
(ofe)"These regulators allow a consistent pressure to be fed to the tool being used. This is true despite the change in inlet pressures." Which of the regulators below is best described by this statement?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
After installing an utility water piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
With ______ piping, fusion welding, and acid resistant clamps are the the most basic types of joining. Choose from the following to fill in the blank.
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Main stop valve" variation?
(ofc)Which of the following gases has the highest MJ/m³ rating? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "C" in the picture provided?
In air there are numerous gases in varying proportions, which of the answers below best represents those proportions?
(wf)The best term to describe the portion of the weld between the two black line would be which of the below?
When selecting a flux, what is the most important consideration to be made?
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
(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?
Calculate the relative density of a compound at 10456 kg/m³ with water at 1000 kg/m³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
"When required to make a square cut off line on a pipe, this coiled layout tool made of gasket material is commonly used." Which of the tools below best fits this description?
Of all the materials that make clothes, there is one type that should never be worn in a industrial workplace. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
Class 6050 is a classification of which fitting type?
In the WHMIS system, the two types of labels that are the most commonly used are? Use the answers provided.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas cock" variation?
(wf)After the fillet weld is complete, the weld profile looks like the green section of the picture below. Which of the terms below best describes this profile?
Before entering a confined space for the first time or re-entering after a break, it is a good practice to do which of the following?
(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?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying rotate a 2" length of pipe, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
"Are used with meters for the purpose of measuring the flow rate of either liquids or gases in the respective pipeline. Pairs of pressure "Tappings", mostly on 2 sides, directly opposite each other, are machined into the flange." This is the best description of which type of fitting?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
(wf)Structural discontinuities would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a structural discontinuity.
Orthographic and isometric directional arrows have few similarities. From the options provided below, choose the best answer that represents one of those similarities.
A welder has set up a temporary fab area in a c-can. He has put 2 portable fans, one in the front and one in the back, in the c-can for ventilation. Based on the information provided, which type of ventilation is he using? Use the terms provided to choose the best answer.
Material safety data sheets are required to be accompany all controlled substances from the supplier. There are _______ that make up these sheets, providing more detail than the label. Use the answers below to fill in the blank
A cold water piping system does not exceed 3000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with class 3000 forged steel fitting?
(se)Why are work lead clamps integral to the welding process? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
"Is not designed for continuous occupancy, and has limited or restricted means for entry or exit." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
(papg) The relationship between the distance around a circle and the distance directly across it is a constant ratio. Which of the terms below best describes the half the distance across a circle?
Of the benders below, which will allow kinking in soft tubing?
(se)"This device limits electrical flow to one direction." This statement best describes which of the devices below?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #4 is best represented by which answer below?
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be considered a quarter-turn valve?
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic test?
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a reverse flow check valve , a flashback arrestor is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
(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?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
The plug on the end of a 150 mm pipe has a force restriction of 250,000 N. What is the maximum operating pressure that this fitting can handle? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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?
If you have received 43 widgets out of an order of 378 widgets, what percentage of widgets have been accounted for? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to create a splice by twisting wires together, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a tongue and groove flange?
A threaded fitting you are trying to reclaim has been cross threaded. Which of the items below would be best to attempt to salvage the fitting?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
In the drawing provided, there is a column at the northwest corner of the entrance. It's location is best represented by which of the following answers below?
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
(ofe)Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
"The space between the OD of the tube being fitted and the bore of the fitting." This is the best description of which soldering term below?
The recommended PVC grooved joint operating maximum temperature is which of the below?
(se)While welding, what is the result of leangthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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?
(papg) The relationship between the distance around a circle and the distance directly across it is a constant ratio. Which of the terms below best describes the distance across a circle?
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 "I" in the picture provided?
One side of a support is 372 mm, the other side is 739 mm. What is the smallest area that this support can be used? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The codes and regulations that must be followed when working with welded piping and fittings are based apon which of the following?
"The term for the dimensioning instrument that is used for notation and commonly at a 45° angled straight line." Which of the terms below best represents this statement?
Upstream of the low pressure stage and downstream of the high pressure stage of the two stage compressor, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(wf)"This term refers to the physical property of a material to resist plastic deformation, penetration or indentation." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
Calculate the density of 5 m³ of copper that weighs 3879 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "T" represent in this formula?
The classification of fire extinguishers depends on the type of fire they can fight effectively. Which fire extinguisher type is denoted by the picture below?
(es) Amperage has an effect on the human body depending on the amount exposed to. Which of the mA answers below best corresponds to having sensation of a mild shock as it travels through the body?
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided 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?
A worker is grinding 6m away from another worker refueling a diesel welder. Is there any workplace infraction occurring in this situation? Choose the best answer below for answering this.
"In drill presses and drills, to hold the drill bits and accessories, there are several tooling devices that can be used." These are commonly called which of the below?
When one substance is dissolved in another homogeneously, this is called a solution. Which of the three states of matter can a solution exist? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When tightening a wide variety of bolts in one place, which of the wrenches below would best be suited for the job?