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Plastic pipe can move slowly in hangers. This is due to temperature changes that have an effect on the expansion and contraction of the pipe. This mechanism is commonly called which of the below?
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
"This gas irritates sensitive skin and mucous membranes. It is non-flammable, has an unpleasant odour, and is colourless." This statement best describes which of the following gases?
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance being chemically joined in fixed proportions of two or more different types of atoms.
If you have received 43 widgets out of an order of 378 widgets, what percentage of widgets have been accounted for? Choose the best answer from the ones provided 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.
(wf)Weld faults can happen even before the welding has occurred. Which of the answers below best describes the number of common types of pre-weld dimensional defects?
(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?
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
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?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
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.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
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?
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 range of flammability of 2.5%-80% in air.
"The destruction of a metal or an alloy because of chemical or electrochemical reaction with its surrounding environment or medium."
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
"The steps in preparing this type of fusion weld and a steel weld are very similar." Which of the answers below best fits this description?
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.
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe pressure?
On any angle grinder and grinding disk there is an RPM rating. What is the relationship between the rating of the grinder and the rating of the disk? Choose the best answer from the ones below
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(mse)"This mechanical property is expressed in an elongation percentage. A bend test is used to achieve this percentage." Which of the properties is best described by this statement?
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
"This term is used to describe an action that means to divide something into two equal sections." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
In the drawing provided, there is a column at the northwest corner of the entrance. It's location is best represented by which of the following answers below?
"Is a mechanical seal which fills the space between two or more mating surfaces, generally to prevent leakage from or into the joined objects while under compression." This is the best definition of which fitting?
There are generally considered to be four types of welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
The number of turns by _______ should be _______ than the number of turns by _____ when tightening a threaded joint. Choose the words in order to fill the blanks from the options below.
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
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?
Weld fittings are available in two varieties, one of these is:
Your journeyman is fitting up a joint and asks you to check to see if the pipe is "plumb". Which way would you hold the level to get that information? From the following options, choose the best answer.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
"The temperature of a metal, below which the substance is entirely solid." The best term to fit this description from the group below is?
(se)When the current flow meets resistance in a conductor, that energy is turned into what form? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(se)This term expresses the pressure from an electrical circuit's power source that produces pressure to push a current through a circuit, enabling them to do work. From the terms provided, choose the one that best applies.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having a defined mass, and volume, but no defined shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
(wf)"This term refers to the physical property of a material to resist plastic deformation, penetration or indentation." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
A dielectric union would be placed into lines to prevent which condition?
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?
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided 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.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
What application is better suited for a double flared fitting?
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?
What tool is pictured below?
The volume of all solids and liquids changes as the temperature of the substance rises and falls. Choose the best answer that represents the change in volume when water transforms to ice.
To avoid electrical shock there are several steps that can be taken. Of the answers below, choose the one that does not apply.
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 3 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
Please add the following fractions ⁴⁄₈, ⁶⁄₁₂, ⁵⁄₈, ⅔. Choose your answer from the ones provided below.
Of the material types below, which one only is available in class 150 and 300 fittings?
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
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?
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
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.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "E"?
"Used to keep a piping line level, or to assure that the proper amount of grade is uniform where needed." This is the best description of which of the following items.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "H" in the picture provided?
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
Commonly in oblique drawings, there is a 50% reduction in depth to add realism to the object. Which of the terms below best describes this practice?
What type of bar is pictured below?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
Before entering a confined space for the first time or re-entering after a break, it is a good practice to do which of the following?
"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?
A journeyman is paid 27% more than his apprentice. If the journeyman is earning $43.50, what is the apprentice being paid? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
A boiler that creates superheated water at 175 psig and 275F is covered under which code(s)?
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers provided below?
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?
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.
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.
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.
To cut a piece of copper tube with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
The intensity of sound is measured in dBA. In the workplace the suggested dBA level for wearing hearing protection over an 8 hour day would be which of the below?
Your journeyman has asked you to cut them 6 pieces of 4' Sch 80 pipe 3' 7". The only piece of pipe you can find is a 20 foot full length. How many pieces will you be able to cut out of this length? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
(wf)Of the answers below, which type of defect occurs when the electrode is not drawn away from the puddle slowly enough?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
There are three parts to a common twist drill. Which of the below is not one of those parts?
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?
What tool is pictured below?