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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
"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?
"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?
(bs)"When joining most metals, silver filler metal can be used. There are only two metals that cannot be joined by this filler metal." This statement best describes which of the following answers
The number of turns by _______ should be _______ than the number of turns by _____ when tightening a threaded joint. Choose the words in order to fill the blanks from the options below.
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
"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 are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
(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?
After the second tack is in place, what is the tool most commonly used to maintain the gap?
Of all the materials that make clothes, there is one type that should never be worn in a industrial workplace. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
"Has a gasket surface in the same plane as the bolting circle face." Is the best description of which fitting?
(ofe)"Fusion welding with an oxidizing flame on this type of material will cause welds that are porous, oxidized, and brittle." This statement best describes which of the metals below?
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
"_________ is an injury caused by freezing of the skin and underlying tissues. First your skin becomes very cold and red, then numb, hard and pale." Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a 1:20 metric reduced scale to it, what is the actual length of the workpiece of you measure 45mm on the print? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
You have to hire employees to work 40 hours a week to finish the job. If the job is projected for 3178 hours, how many employees will have to be hired? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
The code that covers external piping for boilers that create steam or vapour at 15 psig or more, and water at a pressures in excess of 160 psig and/or a temperature in excess of 250F is which of the following?
(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 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.
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
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?
A plug valve is quick to open or quick to close. Another way of describing that profile is which of the following?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "H" in the picture provided?
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
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.
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a ¼":1' reduced scale to it, what is the print length of the workpiece if it measures 12' on the bench? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
After initial tensioning, a set of studbolts may have to be re-tensioned after start up. Which of the following terms would best explain the cause of this situation?
"This term is used to describe an action that means to divide something into two equal sections." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the 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.
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
(mse)The weld puddle does not use up the electrode in which of the following weld processes? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
A support that is floor mounted by welding or by anchors, is commonly called which of the following?
(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?
Fire suppression applications use CPVC piping. For this application what colour must this piping be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Of the three common forged steel fitting classifications, class 4500 is considered:
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using an Allen head wrench, which type of wrench, from the answers below, are you using?
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
Of the list below, before adding the flux to a capillary soldered joint, what must be done?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using a "Robertson" screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be using?
(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?
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
(wf)"This type of weld deviance is any defect that cause the weld metal, parent metal, or work piece to be out of specification or tolerance. These issues are mainly caused by improper set up or distortion." This statement best describes which of the following classes of weld defects
(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 PAC welding?
"The ability of a body to resist a distorting influence and to return to its original size and shape when that influence or force is removed." This is the best definition of which of the terms 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?
(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 imperial measurements only?
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?
A holding tank is 43 feet in diameter. How many feet of welding will it take to seal the lid on the top? Choose the best answers from those provided below.
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
(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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball valve?
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?
(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 outer layer of skin and the next layer, the dermis?
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
(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.
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
(v) Some valves can be used for throttling services. Which of the valves below would have a tendency to have choked flow as a result of throttling a process?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
There are several steps to consider when soldering on a valve. Of the list choose the one that dose not apply
(wf)The best term to describe the portion of the weld between the two black line would be which of the below?
Of the answers below, choose the layout tool that would most likely consist of a "Bevel protractor" and a steel rule
"This two-part anchoring system consists of resin and hardener which are combined through a mixing nozzle, and an anchor rod." This is the best description of which of the following anchors?
What tool is in the picture below?
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
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.
There are 4 principal parts to the head of a hammer. Of these 4 parts, there are only two that are opposite of each other, what are they called? Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
(v) Individual types of valve have certain characteristics. Which of the valves below would be available in angle, Y, and straight configurations?
(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?
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
(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?
(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?
"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?
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?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
A tight seal to the face is required by all respirators. This is a critical element in which of the following type(s) of respirator? Of the options below, choose the best answer.
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
(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 no sensation as it travels through the body?
Soapstone is commonly available in three grades. Which grade would be best served for marking out steel? Choose your answer from the options below.