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"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?
(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.
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
(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?
"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.
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?
What tool is in the picture below?
What tool is in the picture below?
"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?
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from 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 are several steps to consider when soldering on a valve. Of the list choose the one that dose not apply
(wf)Slow travel speed, weak amperage and improper electrode angle are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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.
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
(wf)There is a great variety of ______ . This encompasses any flaw that compromises the acceptable standard for a weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blanks from the ones provided below.
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
When balancing pressures with an oxyacetylene torch, good rule of thumb to calculate "blow away" is _________ per tip size. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
What tool is in the picture below?
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
A holding tank is 43 feet in diameter. How many feet of welding will it take to seal the lid on the top? Choose the best answers from those provided below.
(wf)Rapid solidification, low amperage, and incomplete perheat are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
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?
When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is higher that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
A small percentage of fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
"The destruction of a metal or an alloy because of chemical or electrochemical reaction with its surrounding environment or medium."
"A pressure regulator's primary function is to match the flow of gas through the regulator, while maintaining a consistent output pressure, to the demand for gas placed upon it." Why is this item required for most pneumatic tools?
The tools pictured below represent which type of pliers?
The plug on the end of a 150 mm pipe has a force restriction of 250,000 N. What is the maximum operating pressure that this fitting can handle? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
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.
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.
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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld gate valve?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
"Two heating irons are used in this particular type of fusion welding." This best describes which of the following answers?
Looking at the following terms, choose the best answer that is not associated with a characteristic of a gas.
To cut a piece of copper tube with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the 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?
Which parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball valve?
Upstream of the low pressure stage and downstream of the high pressure stage of the two stage compressor, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the tip produces a shrieking noise, sparks and dark smoke.
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Of the options below, what is the following sentence describing? "This is a mechanism that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together."
(se)"The deflection of an electric arc from its normal path because of magnetic forces, usually after the current has been moving in the same path of travel for an extended period." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
Which of the answers below best describes the units for relative density?
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
The Variation in a gate valve's design is in the disc. How many types of disc variations are there for a gate valve?
Of the flame types for the oxyacetylene torch, which of them burns the hottest at the tip of the cone? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a flat, or close to it, volt-amp curve. It is well suited for GMAW and SAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
"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?
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials below best fits this description?
What is the square footage of a floor space in a warehouse that is 5' 7¾ by 10' 3⅞? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
The type of gauge that is most commonly used in pressure testing would be one that has a ________ date stamped or labeled on it for easy recorded by QA/QC.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, material safety data sheets, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
Which of the valves below best fits the description of this statement? "This type of valve has two ports to it. One inlet and one outlet, and relies on pressure on the inlet side to work properly."
What is the name of the grinder pictured 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.
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
Soapstone is commonly available in three grades. Which grade would be best served for marking out steel? Choose your answer from the options below.
There are a certain number of steps to installing soldered tube/pipe. How many steps are required?
Contamination of welds is a very serious issue especially where alloys are involved. To avoid contamination from brushing out material from portions of a weld, what precaution should be taken? Choose the best answer from the choices below.
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
(wf)After the fillet weld is complete, the inspector says that the weld profile has a bulge to it. Which of the terms below best describes this situation?
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
(wf)Almost all electrode rods are kept in a container to protect them from the elements. Which of the following weld defects would this be the best form of protection from?
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers provided below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
This type of valve can be installed in locations that are unavailable for a gate valve, but will give you similar valve characteristics. Of the options below, which valve is being described?
(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.
What application is better suited for a double flared fitting?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
The proper procedure for shutting down an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
(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.
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding the last pass, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
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.
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "B" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
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.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for mass?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?