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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?
"A substance used to promote fusion that is applied to surfaces to be joined to keep them free from oxide and promote their union." This is the best definition of which of the soldering terms below?
Of the flame types for the oxyacetylene torch, which of them burns the hottest at the tip of the cone? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic test?
After cutting a pipe to length with a torch beveller, what is the next step in the weld preparation process?
The _________ has an excess of acetylene, the inner cone has a feathery edge, called the acetylene feather, extending beyond it. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
Composition disc type valves are part of which of the following categories?
Of the answers below, which is the best example of the difference between a sensitive drill press and an upright drill press?
A worker is grinding 6m away from another worker refueling a diesel welder. Is there any workplace infraction occurring in this situation? Choose the best answer below for answering this.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
What tool is in the picture 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.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance being chemically joined in fixed proportions of two or more different types of atoms.
"A particular material or class of materials, that is a hazardous substance in workplace air, has an upper limit on the acceptable concentrations." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
You are part of a crew that is hydrotesting a 40 m, 50 mm, Sch 60 alloy pipe. It is set up horizontally, north to south, on pipestands with a gauge at both ends. According to the principles of hydrostatics, what will the gauges read when the test is up and holding at 45 kPa? choose the best answer from the options below.
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 type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
(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.
Of the material types below, which one only is available in class 150 and 300 fittings?
"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?
"In this type of welding, the filler metal is liquid above 425°C, and deposited in the joint by other than capillary attraction." This statement best describes which of the weld methods below?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
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?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
When used in conjunction with a reverse flow check valve , a flashback arrestor is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
Which of the filler metals would be most commonly used when brazing copper or copper alloys? Choose the best answer from the following filler metals.
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
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 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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld globe valve?
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe force?
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 largest range of flammability.
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers 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 "A" in the picture provided?
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
Looking at the following terms, choose the best answer that is not associated with a characteristic of a gas.
Of the options below, what is the following sentence describing? "This is a mechanism that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together."
There are some specific weld faults that can occur with a fillet weld. Which of these faults is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Downstream of the aftercooler, but upstream of the reciever, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
What is the pressure exerted by 1 ft² of water? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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.
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
(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.
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
100°C is the approximate melting temperature of a fusible plug equipped on an acetylene bottle. Of the reasons below, choose the best reason explaining the purpose of these plugs.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
A cold water piping system does not exceed 4689 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XXS piping should be used
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 "B" in the picture provided?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
These multi-purpose portable fire extinguishers are light, commonly red, and have a short nozzle or a narrow length of hose. Choose from the answers below the one that best applies.
"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?
"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
What tool is in the picture below?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. From the information in the provided picture, select the best answer to describe the method of dimensioning.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
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?
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
In a piping system fittings can be used in a variety of situations, one of those is:
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for a small volume?
"Is a mechanical seal which fills the space between two or more mating surfaces, generally to prevent leakage from or into the joined objects while under compression." This is the best definition of which fitting?
"An extra piece of equipment is required when testing with an air compressor." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
What tool is in the picture below?
A 10 meter piece of brass pipe that has an operating temperature of 85°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m². This line was originally installed At -15°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
In the WHMIS system, "Dangerously reactive material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
When the work that is being performed is not dependent on the pressure delivered from the cylinder being used, which style of regulator would most commonly used?
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluid will exert pressure in ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?
"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?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "D" represent in this formula?
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a 1:20 metric reduced scale to it, what is the actual length of the workpiece of you measure 45mm on the print? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"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?
"This Section provides such guidelines to assist those directly responsible for operating, maintaining, and inspecting power boilers." This is the best description of which of the following ASME sections?
"This term is used to describe an action that means to divide something into two equal sections." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
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."
Material safety data sheets are required to be accompany all controlled substances from the supplier. There are _______ that make up these sheets, providing more detail than the label. Use the answers below to fill in the blank
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
A carbonizing flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
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.
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
The references in red along the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
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?
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?