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(se)Welding power sources that are AC transformer type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
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?
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.
"This term is a combination of metals or of a metal and another element." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
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?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "J" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
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.
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.
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
When used in conjunction with a reverse flow check valve , a flashback arrestor is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
The wall thickness of the two most commonly available fittings for 27.5mm (1/2") pipe are:
There are three types of radiant energy that is given off by a typical welding arc. Choose the one that does not apply from the answers below.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
"This type of cutting machine has a large flywheel driven by an electric motor that does the cutting." Of the answers below choose the one that is best described by this statement.
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
Two pieces of eye protection should be used together when grinding or chipping. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
The ________ is produced when slightly greater volume of oxygen is mixed with a smaller volume of acetylene. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
"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.
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials 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 method of dimensioning.
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 picture provided?
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
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 vents of a hydrotest are not in the open position on all of the high points while filling the system. Which of the following is the likely result of this situation when trying to test the system
What tool is pictured below?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "A" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the flame burns back into the tip, followed by a "pop" noise?
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 _________ has an excess of acetylene, the inner cone has a feathery edge, called the acetylene feather, extending beyond it. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
A cold water piping system does not exceed 3000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with class 3000 forged steel fitting?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
A plug valve is quick to open or quick to close. Another way of describing that profile is which of the following?
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.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld globe valve?
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?
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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 code that covers external piping for boilers that create steam or vapour at 15 psig or more, and water at a pressures in excess of 160 psig and/or a temperature in excess of 250F is which of the following?
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?
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options below.
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?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
(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?
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.
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."
There are a certain number of steps to installing soldered tube/pipe. How many steps are required?
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.
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
In a piping system fittings can be used in a variety of situations, one of those is:
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
"This workplace hazard consists of organisms or organic matters produced by these organisms that are harmful to human health." This statement best describes which of the hazards below?
A compound commonly used in oxy-fuel operations is derived from a combination of water and calcium carbide. Which of the chemical symbols below best represents this hydrocarbon gas?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
"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 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.
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
Of the options below, choose the one that best states the primary function of plate rolls.
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
Copper tube pressure fittings can be used on copper tube DWV piping systems.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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?
What type of punch is pictured below?
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
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?
(se)Welding power sources that are AC-DC rectifier type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
Youare going to dig a well on your land to get water, you have bought a small suction pump that will create a vacuum equal to a column 984 mm Hg. Which answer below best represents the maximum depth that the well can be while using this pump?
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?
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
(wf)The specific requirements of fabrication must include any of the the welding processes. Chemical and mechanical factors are taken into account in every facet of that fabrication. Any deviation from these requirements would be considered a defect." This statement best describes which of the following weld defects?
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.
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
"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?
Oxygen should have a purity of 99.5% or higher for oxy-fuel cutting. The cutting speed will be an estimated ¾ of normal and the expenditure in cutting oxygen will increase approximately ¼ of normal for each _______ drop in purity percentage form optimum. Use the answers provided to select the best one to fill in the blank.
A threaded fitting you are trying to reclaim has been cross threaded. Which of the items below would be best to attempt to salvage the fitting?
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?
There is a molecular attraction that causes like molecules to form a meniscus on the surface of a liquid. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the below?
Typical hanger spacing for 19 mm copper pipe is 2.4 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 8 m horizontal run?
The design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the black portion that the arrow is pointing at in picture provided?
A water holding tank has a base of 25.67 m² and a height of 10 m, what is the force acting on the base of the tank? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
(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?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.