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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "D".
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
If you were to completely show a workpiece in an orthographic projection, how many views would be required as a minimum? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
(papg) There are several steps to determining the area of a circle. Which of the answers below would you square to calculate the area of a circle?
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Two pieces of eye protection should be used together when grinding or chipping. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having a defined mass, and volume, but no defined shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
Maintaining all of the required PPE within the manufactures guidelines and in good working order is the responsibility of the________." Choose from the following answers to fill the blank.
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(bs)In oxy-fuel welding, the two terms "forehand" and "backhand" reference the ________ of the torch, or heat source, to the puddle of the weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the options below.
(ofc)During the oxy-fuel cutting process, iron oxidizes. Of the terms below, which one best describes the resulting lines on the surface of the cut from this process?
"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?
(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 gouging. blades.
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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "C" in the picture provided?
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
In the WHMIS system, the two types of labels that are the most commonly used are? Use the answers provided.
(ofc)At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
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
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "G" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Of the benders below, which will allow kinking in soft tubing?
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
There are a certain number of steps to installing soldered tube/pipe. How many steps are required?
"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?
All butt weld fittings must have _____ pieces of information stamped on them.
From this description, choose the correct pipe support. "A piece of pipe, to support a line, that is mitered and welded to the back of an elbow."
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
Of the answers below, choose the layout tool that would most likely consist of a "Bevel protractor" and a steel rule
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
"The steps in preparing this type of fusion weld and a steel weld are very similar." Which of the answers below best fits this description?
Of the options below, which one relies on the memory of the plastic tube to contract to its original size after the fitting is inserted?
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 the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
Of the many views that a drawing may have, an isometric drawing will show only three views or faces. Which of the following answers is not one of them?
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
(ofc)The material that is blown away by the oxygen stream while oxy-fuel cutting is called which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, material safety data sheets, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
A fuel gas piping system does not exceed 2795 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XS piping should be used
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
A small percentage of fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "A"?
An Instrument air piping system does not exceed 1673 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with Sch 80 piping should be used
A nitrogen piping system does not exceed 6000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with Class 6000 forged steel fittings?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
A lube oil piping header has a slope of 2.5% for a 13500 mm run. What is the total drop of the line in meters? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"A pressure regulator's primary function is to match the flow of gas through the regulator, while maintaining a consistent output pressure, to the demand for gas placed upon it." Why is this item required for most pneumatic tools?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
(se)Which of the terms below best relates to a material or substance that resists the flow of electrical current? Choose your answer from those provided below.
(ofc)Which of the following gases has the highest MJ/m³ rating? Choose the best answer from those provided.
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
Typical hanger spacing for 76 mm black iron pipe is 4.3 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 20 m horizontal run?
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "C" in the picture provided.
What tool is pictured below?
This chisel has a cutting edge that is typically 60°,but can be reduced to 40° or increased to 90°. The chisel that best suits this description is which of the below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
(se)If you wanted a narrower bead, that has deeper penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(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?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
Around most construction tasks, eye protection is important. The selection of eye protection will rest mainly with which of the following answers? Choose the best one that applies.
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
"Easy rotation of the piping to allow for even wearing of the pipe in an abrasive application." This is the best description of which of the plastic pipe joining types below?
"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?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
(ofe)The ________ is produced when slightly greater volume of oxygen is mixed with a smaller volume of acetylene. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to cut wires in an extremely tight spot, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
What tool is in the picture below?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas valve" variation?
(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 largest range of flammability.
(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 severe muscle contractions and burns as it travels through the body?
(ofe)Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the tip produces a shrieking noise, sparks and dark smoke.
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
If you were trying to depict the inside workings of an item, you which of the following orthographic views would be best for the task?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
"Has a female socket in which pipe is fitted. Fillet welding is done from outside on the pipe." This is the best description of which fitting?
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to tighten a lock nut, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
Of the options below, choose the one that best represents a manual actuator for a gate valve in an inaccessible area.
Which parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
(ofe)The safe working pressure of acetylene is 15 psi. As the temperature of the gas increases, this pressure will change. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to explain what this change will be.
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
What tool is in the picture below?
"The destruction of a metal or an alloy because of chemical or electrochemical reaction with its surrounding environment or medium."
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?