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The pressure exerted by a column of Hg 9" high would be which of the following answers? Choose the best answer that applies from the ones below
"A hazard within the workplace that can harm the body without necessarily touching it. Vibration and noise are examples of this type of hazards." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
"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.
As it happens sometimes, while you were on break, your fire extinguisher grew legs and walked away. You head to the tool crib to get another, as you are doing your inspection you notice it is a CFC type. Is there anything that must be done with this extinguisher?
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.
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.
"This two-part anchoring system consists of resin and hardener which are combined through a mixing nozzle, and an anchor rod." This is the best description of which of the following anchors?
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."
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options below.
(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.
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Fire suppression applications use CPVC piping. For this application what colour must this piping be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
"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?
A safety relief valves has a specific relationship with the part in the system that has lowest maximum pressure setting. Of the answers below, choose the one that best reflects this relationship.
"Two heating irons are used in this particular type of fusion welding." This best describes which of the following answers?
(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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "D" in the picture provided?
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
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?
(wf)In during a welded joint, the input of heat must be controlled. Which of the issues could result in a weld where the heat input was not controlled well? Choose the best answer from those provided 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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
Two pieces of eye protection should be used together when grinding or chipping. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
In the drawing provided, there is a column at the northwest corner of the entrance. It's location is best represented by which of the following answers below?
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.
You are asked to cut a mark on a 50mm piece of pipe with a 5" grinder. Which of the tools below would be the best to secure the pipe for cutting?
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
The height of a free standing or rolling scaffold is restricted to no more than 3 times the smallest base dimension. This guideline comes from which of the acts below?
Pressure vessels such as pipelines, plumbing, gas cylinders, boilers and fuel tanks can be tested for strength and leaks. From the list below choose the correct testing procedure.
(se)"This device limits electrical flow to one direction." This statement best describes which of the devices below?
(wf)A tapered transition ratio of _________ is commonly thought to be acceptable by numerous codes. Use the answers given below to find the best ratio to fill in the blank.
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
What tool is in the picture below?
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "E" represents, in the answers below.
Of the options below, what is the following sentence describing? "This is a mechanism that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together."
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
One of the four classifications of fusion welding low alloy steel oxy fuel gas welding rods is R60. What do the two numbers represent in this classification? Choose the best answer from the options below.
"A process in which two or more items (usually metal) are joined together by melting and putting a filler metal into the joint, the filler metal having a lower melting point than the adjoining metal. " This is the best description for which of the following?
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
At the end of the work week, your crew installed 45% of 50 mm, Sch 40 pipe The amount required for the job is 4791 m. Which of the answers below best relates to how much pipe is left to be installed?
(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.
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe pressure?
What tool is in the picture below?
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
"The temperature at which a metal changes state from solid to liquid at atmospheric pressure." Is the best description for which of the terms below?
Occupational exposure limits have threshold limits. There are three of these threshold limits that are used, of the answers provided, which is not a value used?
A cold water piping system does not exceed 3000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with class 3000 forged steel fitting?
The plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of valve?
"This type of breathing apparatus is designed to allow a reserve of air for 5-10 minutes." The answer below that this statement best describes is which one?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld cap?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "T" represent in this formula?
In the WHMIS system, "Flammable and combustible material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
(wf)There is a great variety of ______ . This encompasses any flaw that compromises the acceptable standard for a weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blanks from the ones provided below.
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?
(wf)Of the answers below, which type of defect occurs when the electrode is not drawn away from the puddle slowly enough?
(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?
(mse)The protective shield that purges any atmospheric gases that may be harmful to the weld, and the slag that protects the weld metal both are produced from one area in the weld zone. Which of the following ares best describes where these are produced?
On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
A fume extracting welding gun works well with which other source of ventilation? Choose the best answer from the choices below
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.
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
What tool is in the picture below?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
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.
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.
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
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 2.5%-80% in air.
In a piping system fittings can be used in a variety of situations, one of those is:
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball valve?
A welder has set up a temporary fab area in a c-can. He has put 2 portable fans, one in the front and one in the back, in the c-can for ventilation. Based on the information provided, which type of ventilation is he using? Use the terms provided to choose the best answer.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld tee?
(wf)Defective properties would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a defective property.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
Of the answers provided, choose the thermoplastic that is used for laboratory DWV, and has similar characteristics to PP.
"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?
(se)The melting of the electrode and/or the base metal comes from the strength of the electrical current passing through them. Of the answers below, which term best describes the strength of the current?
The characteristic of fluidity is shared by two of the three states of matter. Of the answers below, choose the one state that this characteristic does not apply to.
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
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 what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 3 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
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.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
A compound commonly used in oxy-fuel operations is derived from a combination of water and calcium carbide. Which of the chemical symbols below best represents this hydrocarbon gas?
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?
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
"This type of cutting machine has a large flywheel driven by an electric motor that does the cutting." Of the answers below choose the one that is best described by this statement.
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
The orientation of a horizontal line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.