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In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Of the many views that a drawing may have, an isometric drawing will show only three views or faces. Which of the following answers is not one of them?
What type of copper tube is most commonly used in fabricating a hydronic systems?
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers 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.
If you were trying to depict the inside workings of an item, you which of the following orthographic views would be best for the task?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a flat faced flange?
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a 1:20 metric reduced scale to it, what is the actual length of the workpiece of you measure 45mm on the print? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
You are asked to install 753 meters of 50mm, Sch 40 pipe. At the end of the day, you have 157 meters installed, how many meters do you have left until the job is complete? Choose the best anser from the ones provided below.
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld globe valve?
A dielectric union would be placed into lines to prevent which condition?
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
The wall thickness of the two most commonly available fittings for 27.5mm (1/2") pipe are:
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
Which form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? Choose the best answer from the options below.
In the groove and shoulder system, if you use a roll groove, what is the disadvantage of this type of groove? Choose the best answer of the options below.
(mse)"A load that is relatively constant for an extended time, is considered to be a ________ load." This statement best describes which of the answers below?
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
The tools pictured below represent which type of pliers?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. From the information in the provided picture, select the best answer to describe the method of dimensioning.
"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 many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
When breaking down an element, smallest unit into which it can be divided and still retain its characteristic properties is best describes by which of the terms below?
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.
What tool is in the picture 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?
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
The pressure exerted by a column of Hg 9" high would be which of the following answers? Choose the best answer that applies from the ones below
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld tee?
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
When using a portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
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.
(wf)"This is the term used for the point where the material begins to have permanent deformation." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the explosive condition that occurs upstream the mixer and can include all of the components in the outfit including the regulator.
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a steep volt-amp curve. It is well suited for SMAW and GTAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
"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?
What tool is pictured below?
The most common type of gauge that is found on a regulator is a bourdon type. Choose from the situations below the best way not to have these gauges damaged when opening a cylinder.
At the end of the month you have received 4 cheques. $1056, $2907, $4567, and $2957 were the totals, how much did you earn this month? Choose the best answers from the ones provided below.
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."
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?
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
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 "I" in the picture provided?
Which of the layout tools below would be the most accurate in transferring measurements? Choose from the following tools.
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
"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.
After cutting a pipe to length with a torch beveller, what is the next step in the weld preparation process?
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
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 "B" in the picture provided?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
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?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "A" in the picture provided?
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that the ________ of a fluid has no effect on pressure." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
Commonly receding lines are drawn from the horizontal at 30°, 45° or 60°. If you were to draw a receding line at a 45°, it would be foreshortened by which of the amounts below. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 4 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
The height of a free standing or rolling scaffold is restricted to no more than 3 times the smallest base dimension. This guideline comes from which of the acts below?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "P" represent in this formula?
(se)Which of the terms below best relates to a material or substance that resists the flow of electrical current? Choose your answer from those provided below.
Of the gases below, choose the best one that supports combustion, but is non-flammable on it own.
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
If you are asked to install PVC piping for a drainage system, what colour must the pipe and solvent be? Choose the best answer from the options 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.
"A mixture of substances (in fixed proportions) that melts and solidifies at a single temperature that is lower than the melting points of the separate constituents or of any other mixture of them." Is the best description of which of the soldering terms below?
To cut a piece of copper tube with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
What tool is pictured below?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
The categories of workplace hazards have been broken down to _____ main areas. Using the answers below fill in the blank.
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.
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.
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
(se)If you wanted a narrower bead, that has deeper penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
In vertical runs of piping (risers) at each floor level there should be a support. The type of hardware used by mechanical building trades for supporting pipe would be which of the following?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure at an altitude of 3000 feet above sea level?
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.
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?
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 answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
Which of the filler metals would be most commonly used when brazing copper or copper alloys? Choose the best answer from the following filler metals.
(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?
On oxygen cylinders, there are no seams, neither running up and down nor across. This is due to the manufacturing process that it goes though. Which of the answers below best describes this process?