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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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(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?
What tool is pictured below?
(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?
Pipe size is specified with two non-dimensional numbers: ________ diameter based on inches, and _______ for wall thickness. Of the options below, fill in the blanks.
A nitrogen piping system does not exceed 6000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with Class 6000 forged steel fittings?
"_________ 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.
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"A metallic substance composed of two or more elements, as either a compound or a solution." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
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?
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Burns have a classification by degree. If you have a surface burn, it would be considered which of the following?
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
There are several steps to consider when soldering on a valve. Of the list choose the one that dose not apply
Puller, Nut adjuster, Hydraulic load coil and Support bridge are all parts of which of the following tools?
(ofe)The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
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?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Position designations for groove and fillet test welds include numbers and letters. The number dictates a particular position, while the letter dictates a particular position. Choose the best combination of letters and numbers below to identify the weld position and type shown in the picture below.
"The temperature at which a metal changes state from solid to liquid at atmospheric pressure." Is the best description for which of the terms below?
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials below best fits this description?
(bs)"This is the term used for the metal or steel that you are actually welding on." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
(ofe)Of the gases below, choose the one that has the highest flame temperature in its neutral state.
(se)"This electrical current has is not bi-directional and flows only from negative to positive." This statement best describes which of the following currents?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
What tool is in the picture below?
Of the answers below, which best reflects the name of the drill pictured?
(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?
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
(wf)Rapid solidification, low amperage, and incomplete perheat are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(ofc)There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
You are asked to install 753 meters of 50mm, Sch 40 pipe. At the end of the day, you have 157 meters installed, how many meters do you have left until the job is complete? Choose the best anser from the ones provided 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."
(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.
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
Your journeyman has asked you to torque a 4" #150 flange to 50 ft/lbs. This represents 30% of the total torque, which of the answers below best represents the full torque value?
"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?
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Lockable service valve" variation?
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?
(se)Which answer best describes the device that can increase the frequency of an AC current, or change DC to AC? Choose your answer from the ones provided below
The Variation in a gate valve's design is in the disc. How many types of disc variations are there for a gate valve?
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.
(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?
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
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?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
A forged fitting threaded type with a classification of 3000 would have which schedule number of the following?
(wf)After the fillet weld is complete, the inspector says that the weld profile has a bulge to it. Which of the terms below best describes this situation?
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."
(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 both layers of skin and may also affect other tissue, such as sweat glands?
"The term for the dimensioning instrument that is used for notation and commonly at a 45° angled straight line." Which of the terms below best represents this statement?
Which of the layout tools below would be the most accurate in transferring measurements? Choose from the following tools.
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
(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?
(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 best be described as one that would cause sever eye strain, and possible blindness?
In a piping system fittings can be used in a variety of situations, one of those is:
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe force?
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Of the answers provided, choose the thermoplastic that is used for laboratory DWV, and has similar characteristics to PP.
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?
(ofe)The chemical symbol C₂H₂ best represents which of the following compounds?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe pressure?
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
(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.
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
There is a mutual attraction that causes unlike molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
"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?
(ofc)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.
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.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "D".
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
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
(wf)There is a great variety of ______ . This encompasses any flaw that compromises the acceptable standard for a weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blanks from the ones provided below.
(ofe)On the jobsite you have to cut 200 mm plate, and have to heat a large hoarding from the same supply. Of the gases below, choose the gas that would best fill both of these requirements.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
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.
This type of valve can be installed in locations that are unavailable for a gate valve, but will give you similar valve characteristics. Of the options below, which valve is being described?
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
(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?
What type of punch is pictured below?
A fume extracting welding gun works well with which other source of ventilation? Choose the best answer from the choices below
(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?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
A worker is grinding 6m away from another worker refueling a diesel welder. Is there any workplace infraction occurring in this situation? Choose the best answer below for answering this.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the orientation of the numerical dimensions.
If the welding apprentices tacked 4 welds in an hour, how many welds would be tacked by 3 apprentices in a 37.5 hour work week? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The recommended PVC grooved joint operating maximum temperature is which of the below?
"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?
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?