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It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
(bs)Which of the filler metals would be most commonly used when brazing copper or copper alloys? Choose the best answer from the following filler metals.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas cock" variation?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld gate valve?
Pressure vessels such as pipelines, plumbing, gas cylinders, boilers and fuel tanks can be tested for strength and leaks. From the list below choose the correct testing procedure.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
Calculate the volume of 5 kg/m³ of nitrogen that weighs 2694 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
There are some specific weld faults that can occur with a fillet weld. Which of these faults is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(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?
Soapstone is commonly available in three grades. Which grade would be best served for marking out steel? Choose your answer from the options below.
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?
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
Calculate the mass of 2.75 m³ of stainless steel that weighs 3790 kg/m³. Choose the best answer 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 method of dimensioning.
(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?
(ofe)The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
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?
Two pieces of eye protection should be used together when grinding or chipping. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
"Has a gasket surface in the same plane as the bolting circle face." Is the best description of which fitting?
(wf)Dimensional defects would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a dimensional defect.
(ofe)On oxygen cylinders, there are no seams, neither running up and down nor across. This is due to the manufacturing process that it goes though. Which of the answers below best describes this process?
After cutting a pipe to length with a torch beveller, what is the next step in the weld preparation process?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
All butt weld fittings must have _____ pieces of information stamped on them.
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
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.
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?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
(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?
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
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?
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options 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 elevation between two ends of a sloped pipe?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "B" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for force?
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.
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
"Is not designed for continuous occupancy, and has limited or restricted means for entry or exit." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
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.
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
(papg) When calculating the area of a shape, you would use the terms "length" and "width". Which of the terms below represents the "width" of a 90° triangle?
When breaking down an element, smallest unit into which it can be divided and still retain its characteristic properties is best describes by which of the terms below?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
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.
Before entering a container to work, your Journeyman asks for a gas test to be done. The foreman agrees and puts the sniffer close to the roof of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
Please add the following fractions ⁴⁄₈, ⁶⁄₁₂, ⁵⁄₈, ⅔. Choose your answer from the ones provided below.
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "K" represent in this formula?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
(se)All welding machines have a duty cycle. A machine with a duty cycle of 72% with an amperage of 425, would run continuously at what amp maximum? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
(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.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
(ofc)There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
(se)Why are work lead clamps integral to the welding process? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
(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.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Appliance valve" variation?
What tool is in the picture below?
(ofe)Acetylene gas reacts explosively with some metals, so only certain metals may be used in piping the gas or repairing hose. Of the answers below, one is not an approved metal to be used in transporting acetylene gas. Choose the one that best applies.
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.
Socket weld fittings are commonly used on joints that are what size?
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.
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Pilot valve" variation?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
After the second tack is in place, what is the tool most commonly used to maintain the gap?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
(ofe)The safe working pressure of acetylene is 15 psi. As the temperature of the gas increases, this pressure will change. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to explain what this change will be.
(se)While welding, what is the result of leangthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"Two heating irons are used in this particular type of fusion welding." This best describes which of the following answers?
Which parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
(v) Individual types of valve have certain characteristics. Which of the valves below would be available in angle, Y, and straight configurations?
Class 6050 is a classification of which fitting type?
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for medium amperage GTAW welding?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
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.
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
These multi-purpose portable fire extinguishers are light, commonly red, and have a short nozzle or a narrow length of hose. Choose from the answers below the one that best applies.
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
"An extra piece of equipment is required when testing with an air compressor." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for medium amperage SMAW welding?
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Of the options listed below, one is not an advantage of ERS over conventional soldering. Choose which one.
Your journeyman asks you to fill out the following print with measurements. What method of dimensioning are they having you do? Choose from the best answer from the ones provided below.
Ozone, carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride and phosgene are all gases that can be created by different types of welding. Of the answers below, choose the best one that they all have in common.
(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 epidermis resulting in blistering?
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.
In the WHMIS system, "Dangerously reactive material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?