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Plumber: FIRST PERIOD

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In the WHMIS system, the two types of labels that are the most commonly used are? Use the answers provided.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
The categories of workplace hazards have been broken down to _____ main areas. Using the answers below fill in the blank.
In accordance to the specifications set out by AWS, which of the following symbols would be placed on a package of silver filler metals? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"This term denotes a type of steel that, to enhance mechanical properties has undergone alloying using different elements." which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
Contamination of welds is a very serious issue especially where alloys are involved. To avoid contamination from brushing out material from portions of a weld, what precaution should be taken? Choose the best answer from the choices 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?
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
What tool is in the picture 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 "F" in the picture provided?
Of the safety concerns with soldering listed below, which would occur the least?
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers 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?
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.
There are three elements that are required to start a fire, this is called the "Fire triangle". Fuel and heat of ignition form two sides of this triangle. Of the answers below, choose the one that best fits on the third side.
An acetylene bottle has a specific volumetric capacity. The cylinder should not be emptied more then one _______ of that capacity per hour. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the ones below.
Which of the following gases has the highest MJ/m³ rating? Choose the best answer from those provided
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 states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, volume and shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
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.
When selecting a flux, what is the most important consideration to be made?
In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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 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.
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld cap?
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
When balancing pressures with an oxyacetylene torch, good rule of thumb to calculate "blow away" is _________ per tip size. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
"Provides requirements for design, fabrication, installation and inspection of steam heating, hot water heating, hot water supply boilers, and potable water heaters intended for low pressure service that are directly fired by oil, gas, electricity, coal or other solid or liquid fuels." This is the best description of which of the ASME sections below?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball valve?
(wf)Lack of fusion, oxidation and lack of penetration are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones 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.
All butt weld fittings must have _____ pieces of information stamped on them.
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
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.
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
Which of the layout tools below would be the most accurate in transferring measurements? Choose from the following tools.
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
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.
Type "L" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
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.
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
"These drawing tools as commonly used with a T-square to produce vertical and angled lines." Of the tools below, which is best described by this statement?
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
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?
Puller, Nut adjuster, Hydraulic load coil and Support bridge are all parts of which of the following tools?
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.
Socket weld fittings are commonly used on joints that are what size?
"This type of cutting machine is perfect for busy shops. When the machine is loaded, and starts to cut the material, it allows the operator to do other tasks while the machine is cutting." This statement best describes which of the following metal cutters
(se)Which answer best describes the device that can increase the frequency of an AC current, or change DC to AC? Choose your answer from the ones provided below
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
What tool is in the picture below?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
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?
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?
"_________ 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.
"Easy rotation of the piping to allow for even wearing of the pipe in an abrasive application." This is the best description of which of the plastic pipe joining types below?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe pressure?
Calculate the perimeter of a building that has a wall measurement of 12' 6⅜". Choose the best answer from the ones below.
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.
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.
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?
A nitrogen piping system does not exceed 6000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with Class 6000 forged steel fittings?
Electrical shock accounts for a large number of workplace injuries. Which of the following would not increase the possibility of electrical shock? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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.
While fitting a joint you are made aware that there is no wall thickness stamped on the fitting you are going to use. The proper course of action would be?
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
"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?
"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?
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?
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
(wf)Almost all electrode rods are kept in a container to protect them from the elements. Which of the following weld defects would this be the best form of protection from?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
"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?
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
When inspecting your oxy-acetylene cut after cutting a piece of 50 mm plate, you notice that the bottom of the kerf line is slightly behind the top of the same line. Which of the terms below best expresses this condition?