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The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
"This layout tool has one chamfered edge usually. The dual purpose tool can check the material surface to assure flatness, and mark a straight line on a surface." This statement best describes which of the following tools?
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
"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?
(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?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
"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?
100°C is the approximate melting temperature of a fusible plug equipped on an acetylene bottle. Of the reasons below, choose the best reason explaining the purpose of these plugs.
The Variation in a gate valve's design is in the disc. How many types of disc variations are there for a gate 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?
What tool is in the picture below?
When one substance is dissolved in another homogeneously, this is called a solution. Which of the three states of matter can a solution exist? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
The codes and regulations that must be followed when working with welded piping and fittings are based apon which of the following?
(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 several different types of groove welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(wf)A weld defect called "precipitate hardening" is a situation that can lead to which of the below problems? Choose the best answer from those provided
After initial tensioning, a set of studbolts may have to be re-tensioned after start up. Which of the following terms would best explain the cause of this situation?
On the jobsite you have to cut 200 mm plate, and have to heat a large hoarding from the same supply. Of the gases below, choose the gas that would best fill both of these requirements.
Socket weld fittings most commonly come in sizes ranging from _____ to _____.
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
Acetylene gas reacts explosively with some metals, so only certain metals may be used in piping the gas or repairing hose. Of the answers below, one is not an approved metal to be used in transporting acetylene gas. Choose the one that best applies.
(se)If a welding machine is left on, but no work is being done with it, what type of voltage is at the output terminals? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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?
Which of the following gases has the hottest burning neutral flame? Choose the best answer from those below.
(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.
Of all the materials that make clothes, there is one type that should never be worn in a industrial workplace. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
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.
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.
If you are bypassing or modifying a ground connection, you are creating what kind of hazard?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, volume and shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
What is the name of the cutter pictured 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?
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
This design of this fastener allows you to secure the object though holes that are drilled in the piece beforehand. Which of the following fasteners is designed in the same manner?
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.
There are three commonly used basic systems of controlling the operation of a mechanized oxy-fuel cutter. Which of the answers below is not one of them? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"This two-part anchoring system consists of resin and hardener which are combined through a mixing nozzle, and an anchor rod." This is the best description of which of the following anchors?
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "C"?
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
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?
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
Which of the following supports has a hardened steel cup set screw?
(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?
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
"While dimensioning drawings, there is one of the following activities that you must avoid doing." Which of the following actions when dimensioning a drawing must be avoided? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
Which of the following types of copper requires a bending device?
The recommended PVC grooved joint operating maximum temperature is which of the below?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
"The act or procedure of liquefying or melting by the application of heat, any two materials to combine them." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Loss of head for a valve or fitting has an equivalent in a length of the same size pipe. Which valve, a gate or an angle globe (both fully open), would have the highest losses?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
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.
What type of bar is pictured below?
In a piping system fittings can be used in a variety of situations, one of those is:
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.
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
"The ability of a body to resist a distorting influence and to return to its original size and shape when that influence or force is removed." This is the best definition of which of the terms below?
(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?
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.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
"A hazard within the workplace that can harm the body without necessarily touching it. Vibration and noise are examples of this type of hazards." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.
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?
Fill the blanks with the answers provided. "These two valves, _______ and ________ are usually used together in a line. The flow of fluid through the line finds little friction from either one."
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "A" in the picture provided?
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.
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.
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
In the WHMIS system, "Acute poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
Your crew has just finished setting an enclosed vessel that had a 15 m diameter, a height of 23 m. The insulator foreman has asked you to verify his requirements of insulating the shell of the vessel. Choose the best answer from the ones below that represents the amount of insulation required.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
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?
Of the list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
Burns have a classification by degree. If you have a surface burn, it would be considered which of the following?
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
"Carefully controlled tolerances are required to manufacture quality cutting tips. One-piece tips that are used in the cutting process with acetylene are generally made from ________ to endure the heat generated. To produce exact holes for these tips, they are machined, drilled, and swaged over special wires." Select the best answer from the ones below to fill in the blank
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
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?
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
The inert purge gases for GMAW and GTAW welding processes are non-toxic, but are still dangerous. In what situation below would these gases be a danger?
When used in conjunction with a reverse flow check valve , a flashback arrestor is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "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.
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.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the one that the black arrow is pointing to in the picture shown?