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What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
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
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
(se)"The deflection of an electric arc from its normal path because of magnetic forces, usually after the current has been moving in the same path of travel for an extended period." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
"This type of breathing apparatus is designed to allow a reserve of air for 5-10 minutes." The answer below that this statement best describes is which one?
"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?
What type of bar is pictured below?
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance that cannot be be chemically reduced into simpler components.
(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 heart fibrillation after 3 seconds, as it travels through the body?
"Two heating irons are used in this particular type of fusion welding." This best describes which of the following answers?
After seal welding a box, the painters ask how much paint they are going to need to coat the outside. The box is 230 mm long, 450 mm high and 375 mm wide. Of the answers below, choose the best one that reflects this number.
"A process in which two or more items (usually metal) are joined together by melting and putting a filler metal into the joint, the filler metal having a lower melting point than the adjoining metal. " This is the best description for which of the following?
Of the options below, choose the one that best represents a manual actuator for a gate valve in an inaccessible area.
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
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.
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.
(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?
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
Socket weld fittings most commonly come in sizes ranging from _____ to _____.
(v) Valves have many uses in process control. Which of the valves below would be the worst choice for a throttling application for a slurry?
Piping that you have to be order for a job needs to be absolutely devoid of any surface contamination. Which of the following finishes will you ask to have put on your piping?
What tool is in the picture below?
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
(mse)"Operational characteristics of an electrode can be controlled in several ways. One of those ways is by the different composition of the flux coating." Choose from the answers below the coating that does not apply to this statement.
There are several different types of labeling or lettering on a drawing. In the picture below how many different types of labeling and/or lettering is there. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
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.
(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%?
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
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?
(wf)A weld defect called "precipitate hardening" is a situation that can lead to which of the below problems? Choose the best answer from those provided
(bs)This filler metal is most commonly used with cobalt alloys, and applications that have an extremely high service temperature." This statement describes which of the filler metals below best?
Which form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? Choose the best answer from the options below.
In the groove and shoulder system, if you use a roll groove, what is the disadvantage of this type of groove? Choose the best answer of the options below.
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
Youare going to dig a well on your land to get water, you have bought a small suction pump that will create a vacuum equal to a column 984 mm Hg. Which answer below best represents the maximum depth that the well can be while using this pump?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options below.
(ofe)On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
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.
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be best used to eliminate backflow in a system?
"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?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(mse)"A load that is relatively constant for an extended time, is considered to be a ________ load." This statement best describes which of the answers below?
Your journeyman has asked you to cut them 6 pieces of 4' Sch 80 pipe 3' 7". The only piece of pipe you can find is a 20 foot full length. How many pieces will you be able to cut out of this length? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every tooth bent slightly to the side and in the opposite direction of the one in front of it. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
(ofc)Generally in oxy-fuel cutting, when heat is applied to steel ranging from 760°C to 870°C, this is commonly referred to as which of the terms below? Choose the best answer from the options provided.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a raised face flange?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
Typical hanger spacing for 50 mm cast iron pipe is 3.0 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 13 m horizontal run?
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?
(wf)"This term refers to a physical property of a material which describes the ability of a material containing a crack to resist further cracking."
(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?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
"This type of respirator has two different types that are available. These are continuous flow, and pressure demand respirators. " This statement best describes which of the following respirators?
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those 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?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "P" represent in this formula?
(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 around a circle?
(ofc)Which of the following gases has the highest MJ/m³ rating? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(se)If a welding machine is left on, but no work is being done with it, what type of voltage is at the output terminals? Choose the best answer from those provided 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 relationship between the distance around and the full distance across a circle?
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
"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.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
(se)When the current flow meets resistance in a conductor, that energy is turned into what form? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
There are several disadvantages with conventional dimensioning. In the grouping of answers below, one is not a disadvantage of this style of dimensioning. Choose the best answer that applies.
Fire suppression applications use CPVC piping. For this application what colour must this piping be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
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.
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
(se)Welding power sources that are AC transformer type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
"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?
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
(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?
What formula would be correct when attempting to calculate the fitting allowance of a threaded 90 degree elbow?
(bs)Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?