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Plumber: FIRST PERIOD

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If you are asked to install PVC piping for a drainage system, what colour must the pipe and solvent be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(wf)"This term refers to a physical property of a material which describes the ability of a material containing a crack to resist further cracking."
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.
Your crew has just finished setting an enclosed vessel that had a 15 m diameter, a height of 23 m. The insulator foreman has asked you to verify his requirements of insulating the shell of the vessel. Choose the best answer from the ones below that represents the amount of insulation required.
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?
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.
"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?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
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.
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a steep volt-amp curve. It is well suited for SMAW and GTAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
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.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
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?
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
(se)"This electrical current has is not bi-directional and flows only from negative to positive." This statement best describes which of the following currents?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
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.
"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?
"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.
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
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.
Which of the layout tools below would be the most accurate in transferring measurements? Choose from the following tools.
Weld fittings are available in two varieties, one of these is:
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
The references in red along the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
"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?
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
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.
Please add the following fractions ⁴⁄₈, ⁶⁄₁₂, ⁵⁄₈, ⅔. Choose your answer from the ones provided below.
A pressure of 379 kPa is showing on your absolute pressure gauge. Your journeyman needs that in converted to psig. Which of the answers below best reflects the number that you will give them?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Non ferrous piping has three distinguishing characteristics. Contains no iron, and not susceptible to oxidization are two. Of the following list , pick the third.
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.
What tool is pictured below?
"An extra piece of equipment is required when testing with an air compressor." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
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?
(se)"The deflection of an electric arc from its normal path because of magnetic forces, usually after the current has been moving in the same path of travel for an extended period." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
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?
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
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 "E" in the picture provided?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a containers shape that is holding a fluid will ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
What tool is in the picture below?
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
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?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "G" in 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?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
The inert purge gases for GMAW and GTAW welding processes are non-toxic, but are still dangerous. In what situation below would these gases be a danger?
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
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
Typical hanger spacing for 50 mm cast iron pipe is 3.0 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 13 m horizontal run?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers provided below?
Composition disc type valves are part of which of the following categories?
When dealing with welding gases and fumes, it is a good practice to limit your exposure to them. The first option to reduce exposure to these fumes and gases is to weld in which of the following locations?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
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.
There is a set number of steps in the procedure for creating proper joints with thermoplastic piping. Of the answers below, select the one that is closest to that number.
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given 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.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
In the WHMIS system, "Other poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
During the oxy-fuel cutting process, iron oxidizes. Of the terms below, which one best describes the resulting lines on the surface of the cut from this process?
A small percentage of fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
The most common type of gauge that is found on a regulator is a bourdon type. Choose from the situations below the best way not to have these gauges damaged when opening a cylinder.
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?
Of the material types below, which one only is available in class 150 and 300 fittings?
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
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
Of the answers below, which best reflects the name of the drill pictured?
Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
An extraction hood attached to a system of flexible ductwork would be an example of which of the answers below? Use the options below to choose the best answer.
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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
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 3.4%-10.8%in air.
What tool is in the picture below?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
The proper procedure for shutting down an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
Ozone, carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride and phosgene are all gases that can be created by different types of welding. Of the answers below, choose the best one that they all have in common.
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
(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?
"The temperature of a metal, below which the substance is entirely solid." The best term to fit this description from the group below is?
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "C" in the picture provided.
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.