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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 that is 5.3%-14% in air.
"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?
The recommended PVC grooved joint operating maximum temperature is which of the below?
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
In every piping system, a specific fitting should be installed for control of flow and pressure. Of the choices below, which fitting(s) would best apply?
"It is a method of drawing which you can represent your shapes into three- dimensional view. An angle of 30 degree is taken in all its sides in order to give a 3d look." This statement best describes which of the following drawing methods?
Before entering a confined space for the first time or re-entering after a break, it is a good practice to do which of the following?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
"Smaller tubing sizes and the strength of the operator are both characteristics that this type of bender has." Of the options below, choose the bender that best fits this description.
Type "L" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
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.
(wf)"This term refers to the physical property of a material to resist plastic deformation, penetration or indentation." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
"_________ 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.
The design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
There are a certain number of steps to installing soldered tube/pipe. How many steps are required?
What type of bar is pictured below?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "I" in the picture provided?
What tool is in the picture below?
The wall thickness of the two most commonly available fittings for 27.5mm (1/2") pipe are:
When breaking down an element, smallest unit into which it can be divided and still retain its characteristic properties is best describes by which of the terms below?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
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.
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for force?
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
The material that is blown away by the oxygen stream while oxy-fuel cutting is called which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
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?
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
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.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
(se)Which device below uses one or more diodes to restrict current to flow to one direction, changing AC to DC in the process? From the answers below, choose the best one.
Of the gases below, choose the one that has the highest flame temperature in its neutral state.
The volume of all solids and liquids changes as the temperature of the substance rises and falls. Choose the best answer that represents the change in volume when water transforms to ice.
(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.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
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.
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding the last pass, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
(wf)A weld defect called "precipitate hardening" is a situation that can lead to which of the below problems? Choose the best answer from those provided
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
(se)"Metal deposition rate is the weight of material deposited by arc welding in a unit of time. For this rate to increase, which of the options below would be best suited?
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?
Of the options below, choose the one that best represents a manual actuator for a gate valve in an inaccessible area.
A boiler that creates superheated water at 175 psig and 275F is covered under which code(s)?
What tool is pictured below?
A fuel gas piping system does not exceed 2795 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XS piping should be used
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?
(se)The distance from the molten pool of the weld to the end of the electrodes core wire is called the arc length. A distance that is ________ of the diameter of the electrodes core wire is considered normal. Choose from the following options the best answer to fill the blank.
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, material safety data sheets, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
When using a long tape, one extra consideration must be taken into account over a short tape. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
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 "C" in the picture provided?
The code that covers external piping for boilers that create steam or vapour at 15 psig or more, and water at a pressures in excess of 160 psig and/or a temperature in excess of 250F is which of the following?
"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.
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
Which of the layout tools below would be the most accurate in transferring measurements? Choose from the following tools.
Burns have a classification by degree. If you have a surface burn, it would be considered which of the following?
The engineer has asked you to verify the base for setting a tank on, the area required will be a minimum of 10 meters. Which of the answers below best represents the minimum radius required to set the tank?
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
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.
The air has a density of _________ at STP, based on 101 kPa and 0°C. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
"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?
"If a worker is injured or has an accident on the jobsite, they must report it as soon as possible to the employer." The act that best encompasses this statement is which of the following?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
"The angle of the oxy-fuel torch relative to the direction of travel that which the tip is pointed dictates the directions in which the heat is going and the slag will be blown." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
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 describes the units for relative density?
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
(wf)"This is the term used for the point where the material begins to have permanent deformation." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
What type of punch is pictured below?
What tool is in the picture below?
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?
What tool is in the picture below?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
A threaded fitting you are trying to reclaim has been cross threaded. Which of the items below would be best to attempt to salvage the fitting?
A lube oil piping header has a slope of 2.5% for a 13500 mm run. What is the total drop of the line in meters? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.
"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?
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?
"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?
(mse)"This type of material property is measured using a Brinell, or a Rockwell test." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "B" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
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?
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a flat, or close to it, volt-amp curve. It is well suited for GMAW and SAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Your journeyman has asked you to cut them 6 pieces of 4' Sch 80 pipe 3' 7". The only piece of pipe you can find is a 20 foot full length. How many pieces will you be able to cut out of this length? Choose the best answer from those provided below.