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On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
For material that is ⅜" to 1" thick, the most common type of joint preparation would be which of the following. Choose the best answer that applies
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
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.
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?
Occupational exposure limits have threshold limits. There are three of these threshold limits that are used, of the answers provided, which is not a value used?
In oxy-fuel equipment, if the supply pressure gas is allowed to leak into the low pressure side of a regulator, this can cause problems with gauges, relief valves and operation of tools. Which of the answers below best describes this condition?
The lowest temperature a metal is completely molten is called which of the soldering terms below?
Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
Straight pattern, Y pattern and angle pattern are all design variations of which style of valve?
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
What is the square footage of a floor space in a warehouse that is 5' 7¾ by 10' 3⅞? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
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?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
Of the answers below, choose the layout tool that would most likely consist of a "Bevel protractor" and a steel rule
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball valve?
(wf)"This type of weld deviance is any defect that cause the weld metal, parent metal, or work piece to be out of specification or tolerance. These issues are mainly caused by improper set up or distortion." This statement best describes which of the following classes of weld defects
When selecting a fastener, there are many criteria that are needed to be taken into consideration. What specification of the list below is needed to be known to allow proper movement or anchorage in the fastener?
(wf)Slow travel speed, weak amperage and improper electrode angle are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided 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.
(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.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
(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.
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
What tool is pictured below?
While setting up for a hydrostatic test, it is noted that the maximum output on the pump to be used is 1000 psia. The test hose that is to be used has a pressure rating of 6950 kPaa. From the answers below choose the best course of action.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
"It is a method of drawing which you can represent your shapes into three- dimensional view. An angle of 30 degree is taken in all its sides in order to give a 3d look." This statement best describes which of the following drawing methods?
Downstream of the aftercooler, but upstream of the reciever, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
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?
"_________ is an injury caused by freezing of the skin and underlying tissues. First your skin becomes very cold and red, then numb, hard and pale." Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
After installing an instrument air piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. The piping specs require that no moisture be left in the system after testing. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
Weld fittings are available in two varieties, one of these is:
At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
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.
"The steps in preparing this type of fusion weld and a steel weld are very similar." Which of the answers below best fits this description?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "T" represent in this formula?
Of the options below, what is the following sentence describing? "This is a mechanism that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together."
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.
(mse)"This type of material property is measured using a Brinell, or a Rockwell test." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
"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 in the picture below?
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?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe force?
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
What is the pressure exerted by 1 ft² of water? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Around most construction tasks, eye protection is important. The selection of eye protection will rest mainly with which of the following answers? Choose the best one that applies.
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the smallest?
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
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?
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 form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
(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.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #4 is best represented by which answer 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.
The recommended PVC grooved joint operating maximum temperature 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 energy?
The _________ has a one-to-one ratio of acetylene and oxygen, any additional oxygen needed for complete combustion comes from the surrounding air. Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
"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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld tee?
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
If you subtract the TE from the T when fitting a threaded joint, the remainder will represent which of these terms?
Of the list below, before adding the flux to a capillary soldered joint, what must be done?
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.
In the WHMIS system, "Acute poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
In the WHMIS system, the two types of labels that are the most commonly used are? Use the answers provided.
Of the safety concerns with soldering listed below, which would occur the least?
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, material safety data sheets and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every third tooth straight, while the two before it are bent slightly to the side opposite of each other. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
A lube oil piping header has a slope of ¹⁄₁₆ every 9 inches. In a 27' run, what is the total drop of the line? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
(se)"An type of material that allows the flow of an electrical current in one or more directions." The best answer that this statement describes is which of the following?
"The angle of the oxy-fuel torch relative to the direction of travel that which the tip is pointed dictates the directions in which the heat is going and the slag will be blown." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
What tool is pictured below?
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.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
A fuel gas piping system does not exceed 2795 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XS piping should be used
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
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?