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Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
Puller, Nut adjuster, Hydraulic load coil and Support bridge are all parts of which of the following tools?
"Grinding on the workpiece resting on this attachment prevents sudden slips in which the wheel grabs the work momentarily and yanks it out of the operator's hand, or pulls the hand toward the wheel." This is the best description of which attachment to a bench grinder? Choose from the answers below.
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
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Main stop valve" variation?
(se)This term expresses the pressure from an electrical circuit's power source that produces pressure to push a current through a circuit, enabling them to do work. From the terms provided, choose the one that best applies.
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "G" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(ofe)The chemical symbol C₂H₂ best represents which of the following compounds?
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?
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
When one substance is dissolved in another homogeneously, this is called a solution. Which of the three states of matter can a solution exist? Choose the best answer from the ones provided 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?
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."
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball valve?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "B".
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
(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.
(ofc)/m³ and Btu/ft³ are two was of expressing ________energy. Use the terms below to select the one that best fills in the blank.
When selecting a flux, what is the most important consideration to be made?
After installing an utility water piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
(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.
When marking the cut on a 250mm (10") diameter pipe, what tool should be used to be assured that the mark is the same measurement all the way around the pipe?
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
There are a great many ways to give information about the shape of an object. Certain ways of drawing or views will give some information clearer than others. Of the answers below, choose the best term that describes the following picture.
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
The categories of workplace hazards have been broken down to _____ main areas. Using the answers below fill in the blank.
Straight pattern, Y pattern and angle pattern are all design variations of which style of valve?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
A cold water piping system does not exceed 3000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with class 3000 forged steel fitting?
Which of the answers below best describes the units for relative density?
There are generally considered to be four types of welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Upstream of the low pressure stage and downstream of the high pressure stage of the two stage compressor, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
From this description, choose the correct pipe support. "A piece of pipe, to support a line, that is mitered and welded to the back of an elbow."
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a steep volt-amp curve. It is well suited for SMAW and GTAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
With ______ piping, fusion welding, and acid resistant clamps are the the most basic types of joining. Choose from the following to fill in the blank.
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, there is a release or absorption of energy as a new substance is formed." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "A" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
(ofc)At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
What tool is in the picture below?
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
(ws) Radiant energy released by a welding arc is far stronger than that of the sun, or other sources. Exposed skin will take a smaller amount of time to reach the same severity of burn with the sun, which of the answers below corresponds to that accelerated time?
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
You are ordering stud bolts to fasten two flanges together. What thread classification would you order of the following classifications?
A dielectric union would be placed into lines to prevent which condition?
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?
At the bottom of a column of water, the pressure is 459 psi, how high is this column? Choose the best answer from those provided below
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
Commonly receding lines are drawn from the horizontal at 30°, 45° or 60°. If you were to draw a receding line at a 45°, it would be foreshortened by which of the amounts below. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
(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?
(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 the eyeball to blister?
(ofc)There are three commonly used basic systems of controlling the operation of a mechanized oxy-fuel cutter. Which of the answers below is not one of them? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld globe valve?
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.
Electrical shock accounts for a large number of workplace injuries. Which of the following would not increase the possibility of electrical shock? Choose the best answer from those provided 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 a reversal of flow in a system?
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?
"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?
(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?
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?
A forged fitting threaded type with a classification of 3000 would have which schedule number of the following?
"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?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When tightening a wide variety of bolts in one place, which of the wrenches below would best be suited for the job?
If you are asked to install PVC piping for a drainage system, what colour must the pipe and solvent be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #4 is best represented by which answer below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
On any angle grinder and grinding disk there is an RPM rating. What is the relationship between the rating of the grinder and the rating of the disk? Choose the best answer from the ones below
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?
(bs)One of the four classifications of fusion welding low alloy steel oxy fuel gas welding rods is R60. What do the two numbers represent in this classification? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a reverse flow check valve , a flashback arrestor is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
(se)While welding, what is the result of lengthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers provided below?
(ofe)Of the gases below, choose the best one that supports combustion, but is non-flammable on it own.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Cock stop valve" variation?
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.
(wf)Structural discontinuities would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a structural discontinuity.
What tool is in the picture below?
"This type of cutting machine has a large flywheel driven by an electric motor that does the cutting." Of the answers below choose the one that is best described by this statement.
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
(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 that is 5.3%-14% in air.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
(ofe)On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to bend wires in an extremely tight spot, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
"This piece of legislation came into effect in 1915. This act deals primarily with compensation, medical aid and rehabilitation of a worker due to a job-related injury." Which of the answers below is best described by this statement?
"While dimensioning drawings, there is one of the following activities that you must avoid doing." Which of the following actions when dimensioning a drawing must be avoided? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below