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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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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?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "A" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
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?
There is a set number of steps in the procedure for creating proper joints with thermoplastic piping. Of the answers below, select the one that is closest to that number.
Your journeyman asks you to fill out the following print with measurements. What method of dimensioning are they having you do? Choose from the best answer from the ones provided below.
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
"Joining two metal surfaces by melting an alloy so that it forms a thin layer between the surfaces." This id the best definition of which of the terms below?
Which of the valves below best fits the description of this statement? "This type of valve has two ports to it. One inlet and one outlet, and relies on pressure on the inlet side to work properly."
Which of the following types of copper requires a bending device?
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.
(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 be created during non-destructive testing of welds?
(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.
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers provided below?
(wf)"This type of defect is defined as an interruption of the typical structure of a material typically during the welding process." This statement best defines which of the answers below?
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
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.
"This style of check valves doesn't rely on flow reversal or gravity to close. Instead, the valve is closed by a spring." Of the valves below, this is the best description of which?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(papg) When calculating the "Grade" of a slope, there are several terms that are used. Which of the terms below is best defined as the difference in distance between two ends of a sloped pipe?
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
Of the list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
"An extra piece of equipment is required when testing with an air compressor." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
(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?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
A fitting that has a classification of 2000 would be what kind of fitting?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using the shank and the width of the tip to size the proper screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be sizing?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
"A hazard within the workplace that can harm the body without necessarily touching it. Vibration and noise are examples of this type of hazards." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
The alignment of holes in two or more pieces of plate at the same time can be a challenge. Which of the tool below would be best in this situation?
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
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?
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
The volume of all solids and liquids changes as the temperature of the substance rises and falls. Choose the best answer that represents the change in volume when water transforms to ice.
(ofc)After manually oxy-fuel cutting a piece of 75 mm plate in half, your journeyman notices that the kerf lines are indicating a 25% lag in the slag stream. What is he trying to tell you? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
(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 to in²?
Of the benders below, which will allow kinking in soft tubing?
There are three parts to a common twist drill. Which of the below is not one of those parts?
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
"This workplace hazard consists of substances, mixtures and materials that can be classified according to their health risks and dangers." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
There a a number of steps in the proper fabrication of a Bell-end joint. Choose the answer below that reflects that number the best.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
Downstream of the aftercooler, but upstream of the reciever, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using the size of the screw to be used to size the proper screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be sizing?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
Fire suppression applications use CPVC piping. For this application what colour must this piping be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(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?
The numbers encircled on the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
Of the answers below, which is the best example of the difference between a sensitive drill press and an upright drill press?
In the WHMIS system, "Acute poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. ""Ultraviolet rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld globe valve?
"A particular material or class of materials, that is a hazardous substance in workplace air, has an upper limit on the acceptable concentrations." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?
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
"Used to keep a piping line level, or to assure that the proper amount of grade is uniform where needed." This is the best description of which of the following items.
Contamination of welds is a very serious issue especially where alloys are involved. To avoid contamination from brushing out material from portions of a weld, what precaution should be taken? Choose the best answer from the choices below.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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 long tape, one extra consideration must be taken into account over a short tape. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
(ofe)One of the components in a oxyacetylene outfit is required to deliver a pressure that is consistent despite source pressure fluctuations. Which of the following components best fits this function?
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."
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options below.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
The categories of workplace hazards have been broken down to _____ main areas. Using the answers below fill in the blank.
What tool is in the picture below?
A dielectric union would be placed into lines to prevent which condition?
(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?
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
What type of punch is pictured below?
While fitting a joint you are made aware that there is no wall thickness stamped on the fitting you are going to use. The proper course of action would be?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "D" in the picture provided?
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
Of the methods to render a container safe for hotwork, which of the following is the most common and most effective?
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for medium amperage SMAW welding?
(se)All welding machines have a duty cycle. A machine with a duty cycle of 72% with an amperage of 425, would run continuously at what amp maximum? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
To protect the internal mechanisms, this type of gate valve should not be placed in a line that has turbulent flow. This is the best description of which of the following?
A lube oil piping header has a slope of ¹⁄₁₆ every 9 inches. In a 27' run, what is the total drop of the line? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
Blueprints are assebled into groups for ease of accessing the information quickly. In the commercial or industrial ares of work, there are commonly ________ divisions of these blueprints. Choose from the answers below to best fill in the blank.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "C" in the picture provided.
(ws) Radiant energy released by a welding arc is far stronger than that of the sun, or other sources. Exposed skin will take a smaller amount of time to reach the same severity of burn with the sun, which of the answers below corresponds to that accelerated time?
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
(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?
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "πdh"?
A nitrogen piping system does not exceed 6000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with Class 6000 forged steel fittings?
Most fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will not chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
What tool is in the picture below?
What tool is in the picture below?