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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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"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?
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
"If a worker is injured or has an accident on the jobsite, they must report it as soon as possible to the employer." The act that best encompasses this statement is which of the following?
(wf)The specific requirements of fabrication must include any of the the welding processes. Chemical and mechanical factors are taken into account in every facet of that fabrication. Any deviation from these requirements would be considered a defect." This statement best describes which of the following weld defects?
(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?
"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?
"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.
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
(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?
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
(ofe)Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the flame burns back into the tip, followed by a "pop" noise?
(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?
Looking at the answers below, which one is not a cause of flashback while using an oxyacetelyne cutting torch? Choose the best answer that applies.
What tool is in the picture 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.
(bs)"In this type of welding, the filler metal is liquid above 425°C, and deposited in the joint by other than capillary attraction." This statement best describes which of the weld methods below?
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
What application is better suited for a double flared fitting?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
What tool is pictured below?
(se)If you wanted a narrower bead, that has deeper penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the options below.
"When used in conjunction with similarly threaded nuts, These externally threaded devices are used to create a joining of two or more components." This is the best description of which of the items below?
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
For material that is ⅜" to 1" thick, the most common type of joint preparation would be which of the following. Choose the best answer that applies
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
"Are used with meters for the purpose of measuring the flow rate of either liquids or gases in the respective pipeline. Pairs of pressure "Tappings", mostly on 2 sides, directly opposite each other, are machined into the flange." This is the best description of which type of fitting?
"Easy rotation of the piping to allow for even wearing of the pipe in an abrasive application." This is the best description of which of the plastic pipe joining types below?
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for energy?
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.
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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
Loss of head for a valve or fitting has an equivalent in a length of the same size pipe. Which valve, a gate or an angle globe (both fully open), would have the highest losses?
(ofc)There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for pressure?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Downstream of the second stage of the compressor, but upstream of the moisture separator, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
"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?
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.
What tool is in the picture below?
The pressure of the hydraulic torque might warp the flange before the stubot has reached the desired length. From the options bellow, what is the best solution to alleviate this issue?
(ofe)Of the gases below, choose the best one that supports combustion, but is non-flammable on it own.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
What type of punch is pictured below?
"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?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
"Machined from a single piece of metal that is cut to match the pipe size, fit between two pipe flanges and requires an additional gasket when it is installed. Also, the bolts will need to be lengthened depending on what piping class and size of the fitting is used." This is the best description of which fitting?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "E" represents, in the answers below.
There are several sizes of portable hand drills. How are they rated? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Of the selection below choose which measurement this sentence best describes. "Not widely used for gas pressures, This measurement is mostly used in materials science, where the tensile strength of a material is measured as a large number of psi."
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
(bs)In accordance to the specifications set out by AWS, which of the following symbols would be placed on a package of silver filler metals? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
(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 from in²?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the below?
(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.
Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
When installing a new valve into an existing piping system you find that the flange bolt holes are threaded UNC. The original line also has tapped bolt holes, but are UNF. The valve installation details requires a nut on the valve flange, the line specification requires a fastener with a nut on both ends. Which of the solutions below would satisfy all of the specifications?
The purpose of this step is to provide a prepped surface for the solvent cement by beginning the chemical reaction that softens PVC. Of the options below, choose the best answer.
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
(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 severe muscle contractions and burns as it travels through the body?
What tool is in the picture below?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
A 10 meter piece of brass pipe that has an operating temperature of 85°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m². This line was originally installed At -15°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
What tool is in the picture 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 type of copper tube is most commonly used in fabricating a hydronic systems?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
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?
(ofc)Which of the following gases has the highest MJ/m³ rating? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
(se)Why are work lead clamps integral to the welding process? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
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?
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
Copper tube pressure fittings can be used on copper tube DWV piping systems.
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(ofe)When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is lower that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
(wf)Welding has several broad classes of defects that can occur in any weld. Choose the best answer from the options provided below, to show how many classes there are.
What tool is pictured below?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
Convert 0.67 to the the nearest practical fraction. Choose the best answer from the ones below
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?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "G" in the picture provided?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
(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?
(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.
A fitting that has a classification of 2000 would be what kind of fitting?
What tool is pictured below?
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?