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15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the 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 pressure?
(wf)"This term refers to a physical property of a material which describes the ability of a material containing a crack to resist further cracking."
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball 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?
"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?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
Of the options below, what is the following sentence describing? "This is a mechanism that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together."
"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?
What tool is pictured below?
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
Of the gases below, choose the best one that supports combustion, but is non-flammable on it own.
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
"This operation of this type of chuck is with an external collar that you hand turn." This statement best describes which of the chucks below?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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.
In the drawing provided, there is a column at the northwest corner of the entrance. It's location is best represented by which of the following answers below?
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
"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
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 range of flammability that is 5.3%-14% in air.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "E" represents, in the answers below.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
At the bottom of a column of water, the pressure is 459 psi, how high is this column? Choose the best answer from those provided below
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
"This piece of legislation came into effect in 1915. This act deals primarily with compensation, medical aid and rehabilitation of a worker due to a job-related injury." Which of the answers below is best described by this statement?
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?
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?
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 range of flammability of 3.4%-10.8%in air.
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?
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
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?
(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?
The wall thickness of the two most commonly available fittings for 27.5mm (1/2") pipe are:
If you are bypassing or modifying a ground connection, you are creating what kind of hazard?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
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?
What tool is in the picture below?
A fitting that has a classification of 2000 would be what kind of fitting?
"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.
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
Typical hanger spacing for 150 mm stainless steel pipe is 5.5 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 46 m horizontal run?
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options below.
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
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.
(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?
"Machined from a single piece of metal that is cut to match the pipe size, fit between two pipe flanges and requires an additional gasket when it is installed. Also, the bolts will need to be lengthened depending on what piping class and size of the fitting is used." This is the best description of which fitting?
"Joining two metal surfaces by melting an alloy so that it forms a thin layer between the surfaces." This id the best definition of which of the terms below?
Of the benders below, which will allow kinking in soft tubing?
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
"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?
A 10 meter piece of brass pipe that has an operating temperature of 85°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m². This line was originally installed At -15°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld tee?
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
Of the gases below, choose the one that has the highest flame temperature in its neutral state.
A tight seal to the face is required by all respirators. This is a critical element in which of the following type(s) of respirator? Of the options below, choose the best answer.
(se)When the current flow meets resistance in a conductor, that energy is turned into what form? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.
Files and hacksaws are similar in that they only__________. Use the answers below to complete the sentence.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld gate valve?
"A deterioration of a metal by both mechanical means and chemical means over a period of time." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
When dealing with acetylene cylinders, generally you will encounter two types of valves. Which of the sets of valves below would you see?
Of the options below, choose the one that best states the primary function of plate rolls.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #4 is best represented by which answer below?
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(se)The distance from the molten pool of the weld to the end of the electrodes core wire is called the arc length. A distance that is ________ of the diameter of the electrodes core wire is considered normal. Choose from the following options the best answer to fill the blank.
Calculate the mass of 2.75 m³ of stainless steel that weighs 3790 kg/m³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"This term is used to describe an action that means to divide something into two equal sections." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
An Instrument air piping system does not exceed 1673 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with Sch 80 piping should be used
What tool is in the picture below?
(wf)Lack of fusion, oxidation and lack of penetration are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
There are some specific weld faults that can occur with a fillet weld. Which of these faults is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those 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?
The design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
(se)"Metal deposition rate is the weight of material deposited by arc welding in a unit of time. For this rate to increase, which of the options below would be best suited?
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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.
A square groove double weld commonly has a maximum material thickness of ________. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(wf)"This term refers to the physical property of a material to resist plastic deformation, penetration or indentation." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
What tool is pictured below?
Ozone, carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride and phosgene are all gases that can be created by different types of welding. Of the answers below, choose the best one that they all have in common.
The number of turns by _______ should be _______ than the number of turns by _____ when tightening a threaded joint. Choose the words in order to fill the blanks from the options below.
"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?
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
A plug valve is quick to open or quick to close. Another way of describing that profile is which of the following?