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There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
What tool is in the picture below?
Lines that are not perpendicular nor are parallel to a vertex are called which term? Choose the best one that applies from the options below.
What tool is pictured below?
Pipe size is specified with two non-dimensional numbers: ________ diameter based on inches, and _______ for wall thickness. Of the options below, fill in the blanks.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
"Machined from a single piece of metal that is cut to match the pipe size, fit between two pipe flanges and requires an additional gasket when it is installed. Also, the bolts will need to be lengthened depending on what piping class and size of the fitting is used." This is the best description of which fitting?
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?
A nitrogen piping system does not exceed 6000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with Class 6000 forged steel fittings?
Calculate the perimeter of a building that has a wall measurement of 12' 6⅜". Choose the best answer from the ones below.
When used in conjunction with a reverse flow check valve , a flashback arrestor is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
"Fusion welding with an oxidizing flame on this type of material will cause welds that are porous, oxidized, and brittle." This statement best describes which of the metals below?
Fire suppression applications use CPVC piping. For this application what colour must this piping be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
"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.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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.
What tool is in the picture below?
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, doesn't chemically alter what the substance is." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
"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?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
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?
There is a mutual attraction that causes like molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
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.
"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?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the black portion that the arrow is pointing at in picture provided?
Of the options below, choose the one that best represents a manual actuator for a gate valve in an inaccessible area.
Convert 0.67 to the the nearest practical fraction. Choose the best answer from the ones below
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
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.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
After the second tack is in place, what is the tool most commonly used to maintain the gap?
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.
(se)"An type of material that allows the flow of an electrical current in one or more directions." The best answer that this statement describes is which of the following?
The design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
"This operation of this type of chuck is with an external collar that you hand turn." This statement best describes which of the chucks below?
"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?
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.
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
With the options below,complete the following sentence. "The rules of ASME _______ constitute construction requirements for pressure vessels."
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
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
A boiler that creates superheated water at 175 psig and 275F is covered under which code(s)?
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
"When joining most metals, silver filler metal can be used. There are only two metals that cannot be joined by this filler metal." This statement best describes which of the following answers
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?
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.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
"Has a gasket surface in the same plane as the bolting circle face." Is the best description of which fitting?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options 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.
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?
What tool is in the picture below?
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
STD or Sch40 piping is measured by the nominal ______ up to ______ diameter, and by the exact ______ up to ________diameter. Use the choices below to fill in the blanks in order.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
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?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "C" in the picture provided?
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900º F. Other soft fillers are available for higher temperatures or special applications. The choice of the metal used for the jacketed part of the fitting would depend upon the corrosive conditions being encountered." This is the best description of which of the following fittings?
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 largest range of flammability.
Typical hanger spacing for 50 mm cast iron pipe is 3.0 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 13 m horizontal run?
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 "E" in the picture provided?
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a ¼":1' reduced scale to it, what is the print length of the workpiece if it measures 12' on the bench? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
What type of bar is pictured below?
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
"Of all the plastic compression joining methods, this one will not create a flow restriction within the line." This is the best description for which of the following?
What is the pressure exerted by 1 ft² of water? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded cap?
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "H" in the picture provided?
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
Which parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "B".
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
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.
"During the creation of this style of groove, the steel of the pipe is cold formed while it is displaced inward." Of the answers below, choose the one best described by this statement.
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 "G" in the picture provided?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?