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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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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.
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What tool is pictured below?
(wf)A weld defect called "precipitate hardening" is a situation that can lead to which of the below problems? Choose the best answer from those provided
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld globe valve?
When using a portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance that cannot be be chemically reduced into simpler components.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a tongue and groove flange?
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.
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.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
"This Section provides such guidelines to assist those directly responsible for operating, maintaining, and inspecting power boilers." This is the best description of which of the following ASME sections?
(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?
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
(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 cataracts with long term exposure?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to create a splice by twisting wires together, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
(bs)"This alloy is the combination of copper and tin." Which of the metals below is best described by this statement?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
(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 are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
A natural gas boiler has an output rating of 43500 Btu and is 67% efficient. Which of the answers below best represents it's input rating?
(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.
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
(ofe)Of the gases below, choose the one that has the highest flame temperature in its neutral state.
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
Typically on a hydrostatic test, the _______ of the fill hose is greater than the high pressure hose. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
Material safety data sheets are required to be accompany all controlled substances from the supplier. There are _______ that make up these sheets, providing more detail than the label. Use the answers below to fill in the blank
Typical hanger spacing for 76 mm black iron pipe is 4.3 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 20 m horizontal run?
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?
"It is a method of drawing which you can represent your shapes into three- dimensional view. An angle of 30 degree is taken in all its sides in order to give a 3d look." This statement best describes which of the following drawing methods?
You have to hire employees to work 40 hours a week to finish the job. If the job is projected for 3178 hours, how many employees will have to be hired? Choose the best answer from those provided 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 a small volume?
Of the safety concerns with soldering listed below, which would occur the least?
"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?
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
Fill the blanks with the answers provided. "These two valves, _______ and ________ are usually used together in a line. The flow of fluid through the line finds little friction from either one."
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
Of the options listed below, one is not an advantage of ERS over conventional soldering. Choose which one.
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
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
What type of copper tube is most commonly used in fabricating a hydronic systems?
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
The characteristic of fluidity is shared by two of the three states of matter. Of the answers below, choose the one state that this characteristic does not apply to.
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
(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?
Youare going to dig a well on your land to get water, you have bought a small suction pump that will create a vacuum equal to a column 984 mm Hg. Which answer below best represents the maximum depth that the well can be while using this pump?
Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
The recommended PVC grooved joint operating maximum temperature is which of the below?
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
(se)If a welding machine is left on, but no work is being done with it, what type of voltage is at the output terminals? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
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 "A" in the picture provided?
"This workplace hazard consists of substances, mixtures and materials that can be classified according to their health risks and dangers." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
(wf)While welding, water and other liquids get caught up in the weld. These produces voids of gas when the weld cools. Which of the terms below best describes these voids?
Of the answers below, choose the layout tool that would most likely consist of a "Bevel protractor" and a steel rule
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
At the warehouse, they have received an exchanger. You look at the waybill, and see that it was discounted 3 separate times for 15%, 12% and 6% each. If the original price was $45,692, which of the answers below best represents the final purchase price?
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
(se)Your welder asks you to turn up the _________ on his welder for more penetration. Choose the best answer from the options below to fill in the blank.
A safety relief valves has a specific relationship with the part in the system that has lowest maximum pressure setting. Of the answers below, choose the one that best reflects this relationship.
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
When selecting a fastener, there are many criteria that are needed to be taken into consideration. What specification of the list below is needed to be known to allow proper movement or anchorage in the fastener?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has the teeth in a wavy design running from left to right. . Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
Before working on a task, you notice that a trench with vertical rebar ends is directly under the work location. Harnesses and anchor points are provided at the task location by the employer, which you are instructed to use. The piece of legislation that best covers the action of the employer is which of the below?
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
Which form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for low amperage SMAW welding?
In the groove and shoulder system, if you use a roll groove, what is the disadvantage of this type of groove? Choose the best answer of the options below.
(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?
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Non ferrous piping has three distinguishing characteristics. Contains no iron, and not susceptible to oxidization are two. Of the following list , pick the third.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
What tool is in the picture below?
A water holding tank has a base of 25.67 m² and a height of 10 m, what is the force acting on the base of the tank? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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.
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas valve" variation?
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
(ofe)On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
(wf)"This type of weld deviance is any defect that cause the weld metal, parent metal, or work piece to be out of specification or tolerance. These issues are mainly caused by improper set up or distortion." This statement best describes which of the following classes of weld defects
(ofe)When the work that is being performed is not dependent on the pressure delivered from the cylinder being used, which style of regulator would most commonly used?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
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?
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials below best fits this description?
"Smaller tubing sizes and the strength of the operator are both characteristics that this type of bender has." Of the options below, choose the bender that best fits this description.
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
Use the answers below to answer the following question. "To aid in the removal of trapped sediment and small debris, a valve should be closed in which manner?
"This type of cutting machine is perfect for busy shops. When the machine is loaded, and starts to cut the material, it allows the operator to do other tasks while the machine is cutting." This statement best describes which of the following metal cutters
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.
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.
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?