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(wf)Welding has several broad classes of defects that can occur in any weld. Choose the best answer from the options provided below, to show how many classes there are.
After manually oxy-fuel cutting a piece of 75 mm plate in half, your journeyman notices that the kerf lines are indicating a 25% lag in the slag stream. What is he trying to tell you? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
"This style of check valves doesn't rely on flow reversal or gravity to close. Instead, the valve is closed by a spring." Of the valves below, this is the best description of which?
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?
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
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?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "H" in the picture provided?
(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.
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, material safety data sheets and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
Materials used for bolts and studs have been grouped into ______ by ASME. Use the options below to fill in the blank.
Of all the materials that make clothes, there is one type that should never be worn in a industrial workplace. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
Section 315(1), (2) and (3) covering guardrails can be found in which piece of legislation below?
(wf)Which answer below best describes the undesireable situation shown by the three black arrows?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "G" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
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.
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.
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.
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
Calculate the relative density of a compound at 10456 kg/m³ with water at 1000 kg/m³. Select the best answer from the ones 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 energy?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
What tool is in the picture below?
In accordance to the specifications set out by AWS, which of the following symbols would be placed on a package of silver filler metals? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "C" in the picture provided.
Of the answers provided, choose the thermoplastic that is used for laboratory DWV, and has similar characteristics to PP.
In the WHMIS system, the two types of labels that are the most commonly used are? Use the answers provided.
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
"While dimensioning drawings, there is one of the following activities that you must avoid doing." Which of the following actions when dimensioning a drawing must be avoided? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
There a a number of steps in the proper fabrication of a Bell-end joint. Choose the answer below that reflects that number the best.
"Are used with meters for the purpose of measuring the flow rate of either liquids or gases in the respective pipeline. Pairs of pressure "Tappings", mostly on 2 sides, directly opposite each other, are machined into the flange." This is the best description of which type of fitting?
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
Downstream of the second stage of the compressor, but upstream of the moisture separator, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
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.
Of the material types below, which one only is available in class 150 and 300 fittings?
After installing an utility water piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
There are several sizes of portable hand drills. How are they rated? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
The type of oxy-fuel cutting torch that has a cutting tip which is supplied with mixed pre-heat gases are typically called which of the names below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"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.
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms 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 pressure?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
"Provides requirements for design, fabrication, installation and inspection of steam heating, hot water heating, hot water supply boilers, and potable water heaters intended for low pressure service that are directly fired by oil, gas, electricity, coal or other solid or liquid fuels." This is the best description of which of the ASME sections below?
"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
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.
When using a beam clamp, ensuring the recommended support load is not exceeded is important. What other component of this support system needs to checked against the weight of the load?
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
"Easy rotation of the piping to allow for even wearing of the pipe in an abrasive application." This is the best description of which of the plastic pipe joining types below?
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?
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
Omitting this step in the solvent welding of a joint could result in blockage, turbulent flow, and cause pressure loss by restricting the bore of the pipe. Of the answers below, choose the one that applies best
(se)If you wanted a wider bead accompanied with less penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the ones 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.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
When using a portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
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.
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.
If you subtract the TE from the T when fitting a threaded joint, the remainder will represent which of these terms?
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, volume and shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, but no defined volume or shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
"This alloy is the combination of copper and tin." Which of the metals below is best described by this statement?
"There are many advantages to a vertical band saw. Of the advantages, one stands out as the greatest." Of the answers below, which one best fits that description.
"This term denotes a type of steel that, to enhance mechanical properties has undergone alloying using different elements." which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
Socket weld fittings most commonly come in sizes ranging from _____ to _____.
Which of the following supports has a hardened steel cup set screw?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "F" in the picture provided?
"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?
(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.
Of the answers below, choose the layout tool that would most likely consist of a "Bevel protractor" and a steel rule
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
(wf)The welding surface may contain discontinuities from the style of preparation. From the answers below, choose the best one that describes discontinuities from a surfaced prepped by thermal cutting blades.
Your journeyman has asked you to torque a 4" #150 flange to 50 ft/lbs. This represents 30% of the total torque, which of the answers below best represents the full torque value?
(wf)After the fillet weld is complete, the weld profile looks like the green section of the picture below. Which of the terms below best describes this profile?
What tool is in the picture below?
There are several disadvantages with conventional dimensioning. In the grouping of answers below, one is not a disadvantage of this style of dimensioning. Choose the best answer that applies.
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
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.
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
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.