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Which of the following supports are used to support pipe lines with light loads that are subjected to up to 32mm vertical thermal movements?
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?
Before entering a confined space for the first time or re-entering after a break, it is a good practice to do which of the following?
"This gas irritates sensitive skin and mucous membranes. It is non-flammable, has an unpleasant odour, and is colourless." This statement best describes which of the following gases?
"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?
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.
"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?
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
"Used to keep a piping line level, or to assure that the proper amount of grade is uniform where needed." This is the best description of which of the following items.
Which of the layout tools below would be the most accurate in transferring measurements? Choose from the following tools.
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.
Straight pattern, Y pattern and angle pattern are all design variations of which style of valve?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured 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 length?
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 numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
MJ/m³ and Btu/ft³ are two was of expressing ________energy. Use the terms below to select the one that best fills in the blank.
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.
(se)Which device below uses one or more diodes to restrict current to flow to one direction, changing AC to DC in the process? From the answers below, choose the best one.
The plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of valve?
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"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?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
"_________ 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.
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a flat faced flange?
Which of the valves below best fits the description of this statement? "This type of valve has two ports to it. One inlet and one outlet, and relies on pressure on the inlet side to work properly."
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.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
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?
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
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.
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
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.
What type of punch is pictured below?
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?
Of the gases below, choose the best one that supports combustion, but is non-flammable on it own.
"Are used with meters for the purpose of measuring the flow rate of either liquids or gases in the respective pipeline. Pairs of pressure "Tappings", mostly on 2 sides, directly opposite each other, are machined into the flange." This is the best description of which type of fitting?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "P" represent in this formula?
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
A natural gas boiler has an output rating of 43500 Btu and is 67% efficient. Which of the answers below best represents it's input rating?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, but no defined volume or shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
What tool is in the picture below?
Use the answers below to answer the following question. "To aid in the removal of trapped sediment and small debris, a valve should be closed in which manner?
There a a number of steps in the proper fabrication of a Bell-end joint. Choose the answer below that reflects that number the best.
(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?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(se)The connections used for welding cables must be tight. If an undersized lug is used, which of the following might occur with a high current load? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
What tool is in the picture below?
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
Typical hanger spacing for 76 mm black iron pipe is 4.3 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 20 m horizontal run?
What type of wrench is pictured 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 materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
There are several sizes of portable hand drills. How are they rated? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
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?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
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?
Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
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 journeyman is paid 27% more than his apprentice. If the journeyman is earning $43.50, what is the apprentice being paid? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"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.
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "E" in the picture provided?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
When breaking down an element, smallest unit into which it can be divided and still retain its characteristic properties is best describes by which of the terms 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?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
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 several different types of groove welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"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
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GMAW process?
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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
On the QC paperwork for the hydrotest that you have up and holding requires absolute pressures. The gauges are holding steady at 35 psi. Which of the answers below best represents the pressure that the QC requires?
When using a beam clamp, ensuring the recommended support load is not exceeded is important. What other component of this support system needs to checked against the weight of the load?
Oxygen should have a purity of 99.5% or higher for oxy-fuel cutting. The cutting speed will be an estimated ¾ of normal and the expenditure in cutting oxygen will increase approximately ¼ of normal for each _______ drop in purity percentage form optimum. Use the answers provided to select the best one to fill in the blank.
"When used in conjunction with similarly threaded nuts, These externally threaded devices are used to create a joining of two or more components." This is the best description of which of the items below?
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
What formula would be correct when attempting to calculate the fitting allowance of a threaded 90 degree elbow?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having a defined mass, and volume, but no defined shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Please add the following fractions ⁴⁄₈, ⁶⁄₁₂, ⁵⁄₈, ⅔. Choose your answer from the ones provided below.
Calculate the perimeter of a building that has a wall measurement of 12' 6⅜". Choose the best answer from the ones below.