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Which of the measurements below is the metric standard for the breaking strength of bolts?
"This type of oxy-fuel cutting torch has preheat gases supplied to the cutting tip." Which of the following torch types is best described by this statement?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
"The space between the OD of the tube being fitted and the bore of the fitting." This is the best description of which soldering term below?
"An extra piece of equipment is required when testing with an air compressor." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
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.
(mse)The protective shield that purges any atmospheric gases that may be harmful to the weld, and the slag that protects the weld metal both are produced from one area in the weld zone. Which of the following ares best describes where these are produced?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
STD or Sch40 piping is measured by the nominal ______ up to ______ diameter, and by the exact ______ up to ________diameter. Use the choices below to fill in the blanks in order.
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
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?
Class 6050 is a classification of which fitting type?
Of the safety concerns with soldering listed below, which would occur the least?
Of the list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
Before entering a container to work, your Journeyman asks for a gas test to be done. The foreman agrees and puts the sniffer close to the roof of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
Which of the following gases has the hottest burning neutral flame? Choose the best answer from those below.
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900º F. Other soft fillers are available for higher temperatures or special applications. The choice of the metal used for the jacketed part of the fitting would depend upon the corrosive conditions being encountered." This is the best description of which of the following fittings?
Socket weld fittings are commonly used on joints that are what size?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
You have just installed a small vessel on site, the height is 29' and the base has a 9' diameter. What is the force exerted on the pad that it sits on when completely full of water? choose the best answer from those provided below.
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
A piping system that is being designed to carry a petroleum product at 16 psig and 350F would be covered under which code(s)?
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
Blueprints are assebled into groups for ease of accessing the information quickly. In the commercial or industrial ares of work, there are commonly ________ divisions of these blueprints. Choose from the answers below to best fill in the blank.
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
"Fusion welding with an oxidizing flame on this type of material will cause welds that are porous, oxidized, and brittle." This statement best describes which of the metals 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 "G" in the picture provided?
"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
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "B".
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?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(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?
When dealing with acetylene cylinders, generally you will encounter two types of valves. Which of the sets of valves below would you see?
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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?
This type of valve can be installed in locations that are unavailable for a gate valve, but will give you similar valve characteristics. Of the options below, which valve is being described?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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?
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers 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?
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
As it happens sometimes, while you were on break, your fire extinguisher grew legs and walked away. You head to the tool crib to get another, as you are doing your inspection you notice it is a CFC type. Is there anything that must be done with this extinguisher?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
If a hose connection were to break during the pressuring of a hydrostatic test, which of the following pieces of equipment would prevent it from lashing around?
From this description, choose the correct pipe support. "A piece of pipe, to support a line, that is mitered and welded to the back of an elbow."
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"The term for the dimensioning instrument that is used for notation and commonly at a 45° angled straight line." Which of the terms below best represents this statement?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
What tool is pictured below?
"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?
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
After the second tack is in place, what is the tool most commonly used to maintain the gap?
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
(wf)Structural discontinuities would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a structural discontinuity.
You are working with an isometric drawing that has dimensions in imperial measurements. Your journeyman has asked you to convert several measurements to inches. These measurements include 6', 4.5', 3'7" and 2'4". Choose the best answer below to reflect the total number of inches.
(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 the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Commonly in oblique drawings, there is a 50% reduction in depth to add realism to the object. Which of the terms below best describes this practice?
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.
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.
Which of the following types of copper requires a bending device?
What tool is in the picture below?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
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?
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
With ______ piping, fusion welding, and acid resistant clamps are the the most basic types of joining. Choose from the following to fill in the blank.
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.
"This type of drill is only for up to ½" holes that need to be precise." Choose the answer below that is best described by the statement.
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?
What tool is in the picture below?
"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?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "G" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the black portion that the arrow is pointing at in picture provided?
(wf)Welding has several broad classes of defects that can occur in any weld. Choose the best answer from the options provided below, to show how many classes there are.
The plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of valve?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
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?
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Complete the following sentence with the options below. "This Section covers general descriptions, terminology and operation guidelines applicable to steel and cast iron boilers limited to the operating ranges of ASME _______."
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
(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 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?