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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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These manufacturer installed items must be removed before the piping is put into operation, but not before the Variable Spring Hanger is installed and fully loaded. Of the selections below, which items best fits this description?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
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?
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?
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
In the WHMIS system, "Other poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What tool is in the picture below?
Puller, Nut adjuster, Hydraulic load coil and Support bridge are all parts of which of the following tools?
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
What tool is in the picture below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
(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 skin to burn due to an elevated temperature of the exposed area?
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
(ofe)100°C is the approximate melting temperature of a fusible plug equipped on an acetylene bottle. Of the reasons below, choose the best reason explaining the purpose of these plugs.
What tool is pictured below?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(papg) Determining the surface area of any box involves several calculations. Which of the answers below best describes the number of sides that are involved in determining the surface area of a box open to atmosphere?
If a hose connection were to break during the pressuring of a hydrostatic test, which of the following pieces of equipment would prevent it from lashing around?
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
"The destruction of a metal or an alloy because of chemical or electrochemical reaction with its surrounding environment or medium."
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.
Occupational exposure limits have threshold limits. There are three of these threshold limits that are used, of the answers provided, which is not a value used?
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.
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
(ofe)"Carefully controlled tolerances are required to manufacture quality cutting tips. One-piece tips that are used in the cutting process with acetylene are generally made from ________ to endure the heat generated. To produce exact holes for these tips, they are machined, drilled, and swaged over special wires." Select the best answer from the ones below to fill in the blank
What tool is in the picture below?
"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?
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?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the answers below would create the greatest amount of "Ultraviolet rays" while being used?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
(ofe)In oxy-fuel equipment, if the supply pressure gas is allowed to leak into the low pressure side of a regulator, this can cause problems with gauges, relief valves and operation of tools. Which of the answers below best describes this condition?
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
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?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a flat faced flange?
(wf)"This is the term used for the point where the material begins to have permanent deformation." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
(wf)Defective properties would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a defective property.
When installing a new valve into an existing piping system you find that the flange bolt holes are threaded UNC. The original line also has tapped bolt holes, but are UNF. The valve installation details requires a nut on the valve flange, the line specification requires a fastener with a nut on both ends. Which of the solutions below would satisfy all of the specifications?
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 floor of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
To avoid electrical shock there are several steps that can be taken. Of the answers below, choose the one that does not apply.
(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?
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 small system has been filled and is ready to pressure up. Which of the pumps below would be the best to use for this test?
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
The engineer has asked you to verify the base for setting a tank on, the area required will be a minimum of 10 meters. Which of the answers below best represents the minimum radius required to set the tank?
The height of a free standing or rolling scaffold is restricted to no more than 3 times the smallest base dimension. This guideline comes from which of the acts below?
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
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.
What type of bar is pictured below?
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.
(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?
(bs)Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
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.
What tool is pictured below?
(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.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Of the many views that a drawing may have, an isometric drawing will show only three views or faces. Which of the following answers is not one of them?
Use the following answers to fill in the blank. "The _________ should be reviewed to be assured that the proper studbolts and nuts are being used."
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 tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
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.
Looking at the following terms, choose the best answer that is not associated with a characteristic of a gas.
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every third tooth straight, while the two before it are bent slightly to the side opposite of each other. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe force?
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Calculate the relative density of a steel at 2357 lb/ft³ with water at 62.4 lb/ft³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
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 "I" in the picture provided?
(ofe)An acetylene bottle has a specific volumetric capacity. The cylinder should not be emptied more then one _______ of that capacity per hour. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the ones below.
When dealing with welding gases and fumes, it is a good practice to limit your exposure to them. The first option to reduce exposure to these fumes and gases is to weld in which of the following locations?
(wf)"This term deals with the increase in stress in an area of a weld near a crack, depression, or a sharp angle. Although the calculated stressing may be quite safe, it can be enough to cause failure of the weld." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded cap?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
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.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
(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?
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
A fume extracting welding gun works well with which other source of ventilation? Choose the best answer from the choices below
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "G" in the picture provided?
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?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
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?
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the below?
A fitting that has a classification of 2000 would be what kind of fitting?
"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?
(ofc)During the oxy-fuel cutting process, iron oxidizes. Of the terms below, which one best describes the resulting lines on the surface of the cut from this process?
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the one that the black arrow is pointing to in the picture shown?
If you were to completely show a workpiece in an orthographic projection, how many views would be required as a minimum? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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
Of the list below, before adding the flux to a capillary soldered joint, what must be done?
(wf)"This type of defect is defined as an interruption of the typical structure of a material typically during the welding process." This statement best defines which of the answers below?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
When faced with vertical movements typically in excess of 13mm, or where no residual stresses are to be transferred to the pipe, which of the supports below would be the best to install?