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Plumber: FIRST PERIOD

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"If a worker is injured or has an accident on the jobsite, they must report it as soon as possible to the employer." The act that best encompasses this statement is which of the following?
(wf)While welding, water and other liquids get caught up in the weld. These produces voids of gas when the weld cools. Which of the terms below best describes these voids?
An acetylene bottle has a specific volumetric capacity. The cylinder should not be emptied more then one _______ of that capacity per hour. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the ones below.
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.
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.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
When using a long tape, one extra consideration must be taken into account over a short tape. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
When using a portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
(wf)Defective properties would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a defective property.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
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?
"When required to make a square cut off line on a pipe, this coiled layout tool made of gasket material is commonly used." Which of the tools below best fits this description?
You have to hire employees to work 40 hours a week to finish the job. If the job is projected for 3178 hours, how many employees will have to be hired? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "D" represent in this formula?
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Non ferrous piping has three distinguishing characteristics. Contains no iron, and not susceptible to oxidization are two. Of the following list , pick the third.
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
(mse)The weld puddle does not use up the electrode in which of the following weld processes? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
(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?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe pressure?
The design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
Self-Drilling anchors are considered to be this type of anchor. Choose from the following answers.
When marking the cut on a 250mm (10") diameter pipe, what tool should be used to be assured that the mark is the same measurement all the way around the pipe?
The recommended PVC grooved joint operating maximum temperature is which of the below?
Looking at the following terms, choose the best answer that is not associated with a characteristic of a gas.
"This type of breathing apparatus is designed to allow a reserve of air for 5-10 minutes." The answer below that this statement best describes is which one?
"In this type of welding, the filler metal is liquid above 425°C, and deposited in the joint by other than capillary attraction." This statement best describes which of the weld methods below?
(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.
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, there is a release or absorption of energy as a new substance is formed." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
(mse)"This type of material property is measured using a Brinell, or a Rockwell test." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic test?
"An extra piece of equipment is required when testing with an air compressor." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
To protect the internal mechanisms, this type of gate valve should not be placed in a line that has turbulent flow. This is the best description of which of the following?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "D" in the picture provided?
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
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?
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?
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
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.
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?
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.
When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is lower that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Copper tube pressure fittings can be used on copper tube DWV piping systems.
When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is higher that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
What tool is in the picture below?
What tool is in the picture below?
A nitrogen piping system does not exceed 6000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with Class 6000 forged steel fittings?
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
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?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials below best fits this description?
The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
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?
There are 4 principal parts to the head of a hammer. Of these 4 parts, there are only two that are opposite of each other, what are they called? Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
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?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
While fitting a joint you are made aware that there is no wall thickness stamped on the fitting you are going to use. The proper course of action would be?
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
What tool is in the picture below?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
(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.
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
These materials can be cooled and heated several times without any change in their chemistry or mechanical properties. This allows them to be formed and re-formed into different shapes" This is the best description of which of the terms below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
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 oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
If you had to walk around a house and it took you 4 minutes to walk one side and 6 minutes to walk the adjacent side, how long would it take to finish the entire walk? Choose the best answers from those 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.
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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?
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
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.
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?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
A pressure of 379 kPa is showing on your absolute pressure gauge. Your journeyman needs that in converted to psig. Which of the answers below best reflects the number that you will give them?
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
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?
(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?
In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
Which of the measurements below is the metric standard for the breaking strength of bolts?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "E" in the picture provided?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
"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?