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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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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?
What tool is in the picture below?
"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?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
(se)"This device limits electrical flow to one direction." This statement best describes which of the devices below?
(mse)The protective shield that purges any atmospheric gases that may be harmful to the weld, and the slag that protects the weld metal both are produced from one area in the weld zone. Which of the following ares best describes where these are produced?
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(ofe)When dealing with acetylene cylinders, generally you will encounter two types of valves. Which of the sets of valves below would you see?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for low amperage GTAW welding?
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?
(se)If you wanted a wider bead accompanied with less penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure at an altitude of 3000 feet above sea level?
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld gate 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 "C" in the picture provided?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "G" in the picture provided?
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a flat faced flange?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. "Visible light rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy below?
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a tongue and groove flange?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
What type of punch is pictured below?
(mse)"This type of material property is measured using a Brinell, or a Rockwell test." This statement best describes which of the properties 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?
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?
What tool is in the picture below?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
(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?
(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?
What tool is pictured below?
Which of the measurements below is the metric standard for the breaking strength of bolts?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
You are part of a crew that is hydrotesting a 40 m, 50 mm, Sch 60 alloy pipe. It is set up horizontally, north to south, on pipestands with a gauge at both ends. According to the principles of hydrostatics, what will the gauges read when the test is up and holding at 45 kPa? choose the best answer from the options below.
(ws) While welding, there may be contact with extremely hot metals, slag and sparks. Which of the answers below best relates to damage being done to the epidermis resulting in blistering?
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options below.
After cutting a pipe to length with a torch beveller, what is the next step in the weld preparation process?
There are a variety of drafting tools that are used in the creation of fabrication patterns and layouts. Of the tools given, which one best describes the item in the picture below?
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.
"Is a mechanical seal which fills the space between two or more mating surfaces, generally to prevent leakage from or into the joined objects while under compression." This is the best definition of which fitting?
(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, loss of voluntary muscle control and difficulty breathing, as it travels through the body?
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
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.
"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?
To avoid electrical shock there are several steps that can be taken. Of the answers below, choose the one that does not apply.
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
"This piece of legislation came into effect in 1915. This act deals primarily with compensation, medical aid and rehabilitation of a worker due to a job-related injury." Which of the answers below is best described by this statement?
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
A piping system that is being designed to carry a petroleum product at 16 psig and 350F would be covered under which code(s)?
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?
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
(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.
(ofc)Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured below?
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
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.
The fraction ā…œ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
(wf)A tapered transition ratio of _________ is commonly thought to be acceptable by numerous codes. Use the answers given below to find the best ratio to fill in the blank.
Of the list below, before adding the flux to a capillary soldered joint, what must be done?
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a flat, or close to it, volt-amp curve. It is well suited for GMAW and SAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Before working on a task, you notice that a trench with vertical rebar ends is directly under the work location. Harnesses and anchor points are provided at the task location by the employer, which you are instructed to use. The piece of legislation that best covers the action of the employer is which of the below?
(bs)One of the four classifications of fusion welding low alloy steel oxy fuel gas welding rods is R60. What do the two numbers represent in this classification? Choose the best answer from the options below.
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(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.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
(v) Individual types of valve have certain characteristics. Which of the valves below, when partially opened, would suffer from wire-drawing of the disc and seat?
Of the safety concerns with soldering listed below, which would occur the least?
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
(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?
What is the pressure exerted by 1 ft² of water? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
There are some specific weld faults that can occur with a fillet weld. Which of these faults is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Occupational exposure limits have threshold limits. There are three of these threshold limits that are used, of the answers provided, which is not a value used?
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "C"?
(wf)There is a great variety of ______ . This encompasses any flaw that compromises the acceptable standard for a weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blanks from the ones provided below.
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
You find a workpiece that you are trying to drill a hole in too tough to position under a sensitive or upright drill press. Which of the following answers best solves this problem?
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.
(ofe)The chemical symbol Cā‚‚Hā‚‚ best represents which of the following compounds?
What tool is in the picture below?
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
Use the following answers to fill in the blank. "The _________ should be reviewed to be assured that the proper studbolts and nuts are being used."
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
(ofe)The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
Orthographic and isometric directional arrows have few similarities. From the options provided below, choose the best answer that represents one of those similarities.
"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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?