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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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(ofe)On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
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?
"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.
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "K" represent in this formula?
(papg) There are several different methods to calculate the grade of a slope. Which of the methods below would best represent a line to be graded up at 2%?
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Insulated service valve" variation?
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?
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
In a piping system fittings can be used in a variety of situations, one of those is:
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.
(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?
(wf)Lack of fusion, oxidation and lack of penetration are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below
"During the creation of this style of groove, the steel of the pipe is cold formed while it is displaced inward." Of the answers below, choose the one best described by this statement.
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "J" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
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.
There are several different types of groove welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
(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.
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
There are several different types of groove welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(ofe)Regulators commonly have three working parts to them. Which of the parts does the the adjusting screw attach to? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "D".
What tool is pictured below?
What tool is pictured below?
You are working with an isometric drawing that has dimensions in imperial measurements. Your journeyman has asked you to convert several measurements to inches. These measurements include 6', 4.5', 3'7" and 2'4". Choose the best answer below to reflect the total number of inches.
What tool is in the picture below?
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
A natural gas boiler has an output rating of 43500 Btu and is 67% efficient. Which of the answers below best represents it's input rating?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
"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?
(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.
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
Looking at the body of a check valve you see a hinge pin on the body. Of the following valves what is the valve you are looking at?
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?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"This material is formed with cross-linking, and becomes irreversibly rigid after the reaction has taken place." This is the best description of which of the terms below?
Soapstone is commonly available in three grades. Which grade would be best served for marking out steel? Choose your answer from the options below.
The lowest temperature a metal is completely molten is called which of the soldering terms below?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas valve" variation?
"A measure of a material's ability to undergo significant plastic deformation before rupture." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900º F. Other soft fillers are available for higher temperatures or special applications. The choice of the metal used for the jacketed part of the fitting would depend upon the corrosive conditions being encountered." This is the best description of which of the following fittings?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
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?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
(bs)"This alloy is the combination of copper and tin." Which of the metals below is best described by this statement?
If a hose connection were to break during the pressuring of a hydrostatic test, which of the following pieces of equipment would prevent it from lashing around?
Which of the following supports has a hardened steel cup set screw?
Calculate the volume of 5 kg/m³ of nitrogen that weighs 2694 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "A"?
This design of this fastener allows you to secure the object though holes that are drilled in the piece beforehand. Which of the following fasteners is designed in the same manner?
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "πr²"?
Files and hacksaws are similar in that they only__________. Use the answers below to complete the sentence.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to hold a tube to prevent it from spinning, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
A 35 meter piece of copper pipe that the first 10 m section has an operating temperature of 105°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m² until a restriction, then the temperature and pressure both drop by 15 for the remainder of the line. The entire line was originally installed at -25°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
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?
While setting up for a hydrostatic test, it is noted that the maximum output on the pump to be used is 1000 psia. The test hose that is to be used has a pressure rating of 6950 kPaa. From the answers below choose the best course of action.
When dealing with welding gases and fumes, it is a good practice to limit your exposure to them. The first option to reduce exposure to these fumes and gases is to weld in which of the following locations?
(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 required difference in elevation between two ends of a sloped pipe over a set distance?
On the QC paperwork for the hydrotest that you have up and holding requires absolute pressures. The gauges are holding steady at 35 psi. Which of the answers below best represents the pressure that the QC requires?
(papg) Determining the surface area of any box involves several calculations. Which of the answers below best describes the number of sides that are involved in determining the surface area of a fully enclosed box?
(papg) There are several different methods to calculate the grade of a slope. Which of the methods below would best represent a line to be graded down at ³⁄₁₆"/ft?
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?
(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?
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?
Biological Hazards can be further broken down into subsections. Of the answers below, one is not a biological hazard, choose the answer that doesn't fit.
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding the last pass, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
(wf)Defective properties would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a defective property.
Lines that are not perpendicular nor are parallel to a vertex are called which term? Choose the best one that applies from the options 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.
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
(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 of 2.3%-9.5% in air.
(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?
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
What tool is pictured below?
Convert 0.67 to the the nearest practical fraction. Choose the best answer from the ones below
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "I" in the picture provided?
(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?
(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.
(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?
Fillet welds have fundamentally ________ different types of welds. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
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.
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.
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