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(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
In the WHMIS system, "Acute poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
(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.
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
"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?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "F" in the picture provided?
Self-Drilling anchors are considered to be this type of anchor. Choose from the following answers.
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?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
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.
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.
(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.
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?
(wf)Of the answers below, which type of defect occurs when the electrode is not drawn away from the puddle slowly enough?
Of the options below, which one relies on the memory of the plastic tube to contract to its original size after the fitting is inserted?
The numbers encircled on the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Fill the blanks with the answers provided. "These two valves, _______ and ________ are usually used together in a line. The flow of fluid through the line finds little friction from either one."
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
"This term is a combination of metals or of a metal and another element." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
"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?
Calculate the relative density of a compound at 10456 kg/m³ with water at 1000 kg/m³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
The type of oxy-fuel cutting torch that has a cutting tip which is supplied with mixed pre-heat gases are typically called which of the names below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"A measure of a material's ability to undergo significant plastic deformation before rupture." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
(se)While welding, what is the result of lengthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
What tool is in the picture below?
A plug valve is quick to open or quick to close. Another way of describing that profile is which of the following?
What type of bar is pictured below?
In the WHMIS system, the two types of labels that are the most commonly used are? Use the answers provided.
(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.
What tool is pictured below?
(se)While welding, what is the result of leangthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
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?
"This layout tool consists of a calibrated protractor, X-shaped frame, and a triple jointed marking arm and holder. This allows for marking of steel or pipe." Of the answers below, choose the one is best defined by this statement.
"This workplace hazard consists of substances, mixtures and materials that can be classified according to their health risks and dangers." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
"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?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which of the following supports are used to support pipe lines with light loads that are subjected to up to 32mm vertical thermal movements?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
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?
"This type of respirator has two different types that are available. These are continuous flow, and pressure demand respirators. " This statement best describes which of the following respirators?
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance that cannot be be chemically reduced into simpler components.
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
"When two or more substances are combined and each retain their own chemical identity." Choose the term below that best reflects this statement.
Which of the measurements below is the metric standard for the breaking strength of bolts?
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.
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
Of the methods to render a container safe for hotwork, which of the following is the most common and most effective?
Which of the following gases has the highest MJ/m³ rating? Choose the best answer from those provided
Lines that are not perpendicular nor are parallel to a vertex are called which term? Choose the best one that applies from the options below.
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?
You have to hire employees to work 40 hours a week to finish the job. If the job is projected for 3178 hours, how many employees will have to be hired? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
There are three commonly used basic systems of controlling the operation of a mechanized oxy-fuel cutter. Which of the answers below is not one of them? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
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?
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
"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 numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld gate valve?
"During the creation of this style of groove, the steel of the pipe is cold formed while it is displaced inward." Of the answers below, choose the one best described by this statement.
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools 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.
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.
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, doesn't chemically alter what the substance is." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
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.
Looking at the body of a check valve you see a hinge pin on the body. Of the following valves what is the valve you are looking at?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
What type of wrench is pictured 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?
Upstream of the low pressure stage and downstream of the high pressure stage of the two stage compressor, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
A small system has been filled and is ready to pressure up. Which of the pumps below would be the best to use for this test?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
"This workplace hazard consists of organisms or organic matters produced by these organisms that are harmful to human health." This statement best describes which of the hazards below?
Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
The tools pictured below represent which type of pliers?
Which of the layout tools below would be the most accurate in transferring measurements? Choose from the following tools.
(mse)"This mechanical property is expressed in an elongation percentage. A bend test is used to achieve this percentage." Which of the properties is best described by this statement?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
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 plug on the end of a 150 mm pipe has a force restriction of 250,000 N. What is the maximum operating pressure that this fitting can handle? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"The act or procedure of liquefying or melting by the application of heat, any two materials to combine them." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic test?
One side of a support is 372 mm, the other side is 739 mm. What is the smallest area that this support can be used? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Piping that you have to be order for a job needs to be absolutely devoid of any surface contamination. Which of the following finishes will you ask to have put on your piping?
At the end of the month you have received 4 cheques. $1056, $2907, $4567, and $2957 were the totals, how much did you earn this month? Choose the best answers from the ones provided below.