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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?
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
(wf)Dimensional defects would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a dimensional defect.
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?
This chisel has a cutting edge that is typically 60°,but can be reduced to 40° or increased to 90°. The chisel that best suits this description is which of the below?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
Calculate the mass of 2.75 m³ of stainless steel that weighs 3790 kg/m³. Choose the best answer 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?
What type of wrench 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.
You are asked to install 753 meters of 50mm, Sch 40 pipe. At the end of the day, you have 157 meters installed, how many meters do you have left until the job is complete? Choose the best anser from the ones provided below.
When dealing with acetylene cylinders, generally you will encounter two types of valves. Which of the sets of valves below would you see?
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 types of radiant energy that is given off by a typical welding arc. Choose the one that does not apply from the answers below.
A fume extracting welding gun works well with which other source of ventilation? Choose the best answer from the choices below
What tool is pictured below?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
(se)"This device limits electrical flow to one direction." This statement best describes which of the devices below?
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
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?
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 "D" in the picture provided?
"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?
What type of punch is pictured below?
A holding tank is 43 feet in diameter. How many feet of welding will it take to seal the lid on the top? Choose the best answers from those provided below.
When dealing with welding gases and fumes, it is a good practice to limit your exposure to them. The first option to reduce exposure to these fumes and gases is to weld in which of the following locations?
Plastic pipe can move slowly in hangers. This is due to temperature changes that have an effect on the expansion and contraction of the pipe. This mechanism is commonly called which of the below?
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
All butt weld fittings must have _____ pieces of information stamped on them.
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.
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "E" represents, in the answers below.
The design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
The intensity of sound is measured in dBA. In the workplace the suggested dBA level for wearing hearing protection over an 8 hour day would be which of the below?
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
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?
Socket weld fittings most commonly come in sizes ranging from _____ to _____.
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
If the welding apprentices tacked 4 welds in an hour, how many welds would be tacked by 3 apprentices in a 37.5 hour work week? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the valve styles below best fits the following statement "This variation of globe valve can be used where minimum pressure loss is required. They can also be rod through to remove debris upstream of the valve. "
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every tooth bent slightly to the side and in the opposite direction of the one in front of it. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
Omitting this step in the solvent welding of a joint could result in blockage, turbulent flow, and cause pressure loss by restricting the bore of the pipe. Of the answers below, choose the one that applies best
In the WHMIS system, "Acute poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
Of the list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
What formula would be correct when attempting to calculate the fitting allowance of a threaded 90 degree elbow?
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, material safety data sheets, labels and ________. 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?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "B"?
"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
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
"There are many advantages to a vertical band saw. Of the advantages, one stands out as the greatest." Of the answers below, which one best fits that description.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
One of the components in a oxyacetylene outfit is required to deliver a pressure that is consistent despite source pressure fluctuations. Which of the following components best fits this function?
"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?
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
Of the options listed below, one is not an advantage of ERS over conventional soldering. Choose which one.
"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?
(se)Welding power sources that are AC transformer type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
What tool is in the picture below?
The chemical symbol C₂H₂ best represents which of the following compunds?
"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?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "K" represent in this formula?
(wf)After the fillet weld is complete, the inspector says that the weld profile has a bulge to it. Which of the terms below best describes this situation?
(se)Which of the terms below best relates to a material or substance that resists the flow of electrical current? Choose your answer from those provided below.
You find a workpiece that you are trying to drill a hole in too tough to position under a sensitive or upright drill press. Which of the following answers best solves this problem?
"This style of check valves doesn't rely on flow reversal or gravity to close. Instead, the valve is closed by a spring." Of the valves below, this is the best description of which?
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?
Maintaining all of the required PPE within the manufactures guidelines and in good working order is the responsibility of the________." Choose from the following answers to fill the blank.
A nitrogen piping system does not exceed 6000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with Class 6000 forged steel fittings?
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
Which of the following supports are used to support pipe lines with light loads that are subjected to up to 32mm vertical thermal movements?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the one that the black arrow is pointing to in the picture shown?
The orientation of a vertical line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
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 picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the orientation of the numerical dimensions.
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
On the QC paperwork for the hydrotest that you have up and holding requires gauge pressures. The gauges are holding steady at 245 kPa(a). Which of the answers below best represents the pressure that the QC requires?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "A"?
In the WHMIS system, "Dangerously reactive material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The purpose of this step is to provide a prepped surface for the solvent cement by beginning the chemical reaction that softens PVC. Of the options below, choose the best answer.
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
Inches of Hg is commonly used for atmospheric pressure. What is the difference in pressure exerted by a 10" column of Hg with a 1 in² base, when compared to a column of water the same height? Use the best answer from those provided below.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "B" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Youare going to dig a well on your land to get water, you have bought a small suction pump that will create a vacuum equal to a column 984 mm Hg. Which answer below best represents the maximum depth that the well can be while using this pump?
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?