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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
"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?
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.
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
You are ordering stud bolts to fasten two flanges together. What thread classification would you order of the following classifications?
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
On the QC paperwork for the hydrotest that you have up and holding requires gauge pressures. The gauges are holding steady at 245 kPa(a). Which of the answers below best represents the pressure that the QC requires?
You are asked to cut a mark on a 50mm piece of pipe with a 5" grinder. Which of the tools below would be the best to secure the pipe for cutting?
"A particular material or class of materials, that is a hazardous substance in workplace air, has an upper limit on the acceptable concentrations." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
The intensity of sound is measured in dBA. In the workplace the suggested dBA level for wearing hearing protection over an 8 hour day would be which of the below?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
The pressure exerted by a column of Hg 9" high would be which of the following answers? Choose the best answer that applies from the ones below
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Cock stop valve" variation?
(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?
A boiler that creates superheated water at 175 psig and 275F is covered under which code(s)?
Type "L" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
The orientation of a horizontal line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
(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?
Typical hanger spacing for 19 mm copper pipe is 2.4 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 8 m horizontal run?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?
A piping system that is being designed to carry a petroleum product at 16 psig and 350F would be covered under which code(s)?
If you have received 43 widgets out of an order of 378 widgets, what percentage of widgets have been accounted for? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.
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.
(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?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
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 "C" in the picture provided?
"In drill presses and drills, to hold the drill bits and accessories, there are several tooling devices that can be used." These are commonly called which of the below?
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
"The space between the OD of the tube being fitted and the bore of the fitting." This is the best description of which soldering term below?
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
"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.
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
On the QC paperwork for the hydrotest that you have up and holding requires absolute pressures. The gauges are holding steady at 35 psi. Which of the answers below best represents the pressure that the QC requires?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. ""Ultraviolet rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy below?
A threaded fitting you are trying to reclaim has been cross threaded. Which of the items below would be best to attempt to salvage the fitting?
"In the center of a flange there is a tall hub with a bevelled end suitable for welding." This is a description of which type of flange?
Weld fittings are available in two varieties, one of these is:
(se)Which device below uses one or more diodes to restrict current to flow to one direction, changing AC to DC in the process? From the answers below, choose the best one.
(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?
(se)While welding, what is the result of lengthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(ofe)On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
What tool is pictured below?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
Fillet welds have fundamentally ________ different types of welds. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
There are three types of radiant energy that is given off by a typical welding arc. Choose the one that does not apply from the answers below.
Which of the answers below best describes the units for relative density?
"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?
(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.
(wf)Of the answers below, which type of defect occurs when the electrode is not drawn away from the puddle slowly enough?
(se)Welding power sources that are AC-DC rectifier type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
"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.
A lube oil piping header has a slope of ¹⁄₁₆ every 9 inches. In a 27' run, what is the total drop of the line? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
If you are bypassing or modifying a ground connection, you are creating what kind of hazard?
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding the last pass, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
There are a certain number of steps to installing soldered tube/pipe. How many steps are required?
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum safety eye-ware required for Oxy-fuel cutting or welding?
(ofe)The proper procedure for setting up an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
What tool is in the picture below?
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
"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?
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
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
In the WHMIS system, "Flammable and combustible material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld globe valve?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(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 2.5%-80% in air.
Calculate the perimeter of a building that has a wall measurement of 12' 6⅜". Choose the best answer from the ones below.
An extraction hood attached to a system of flexible ductwork would be an example of which of the answers below? Use the options below to choose the best answer.
"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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld tee?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a raised face flange?
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems
What type of punch is pictured below?
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
(ofe)The _________ has a one-to-one ratio of acetylene and oxygen, any additional oxygen needed for complete combustion comes from the surrounding air. Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to cut wires in an extremely tight spot, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
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.
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
"When required to make a square cut off line on a pipe, this coiled layout tool made of gasket material is commonly used." Which of the tools below best fits this description?
An Instrument air piping system does not exceed 1673 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with Sch 80 piping should be used
(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.
(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?
"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?
Convert 0.67 to the the nearest practical fraction. Choose the best answer from the ones below
(se)The distance from the molten pool of the weld to the end of the electrodes core wire is called the arc length. A distance that is ________ of the diameter of the electrodes core wire is considered normal. Choose from the following options the best answer to fill the blank.
(ofc)At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(ofc)Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
Of the answers below, choose the layout tool that would most likely consist of a "Bevel protractor" and a steel rule
In air there are numerous gases in varying proportions, which of the answers below best represents those proportions?