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If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
If you had to walk around a house and it took you 4 minutes to walk one side and 6 minutes to walk the adjacent side, how long would it take to finish the entire walk? Choose the best answers from those below
When one substance is dissolved in another homogeneously, this is called a solution. Which of the three states of matter can a solution exist? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The type of oxy-fuel cutting torch that has a cutting tip which is supplied with mixed pre-heat gases are typically called which of the names below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the behaviors below best describes a rise or fall of the liquid surface, if a thin tube that is open at the both ends is inserted vertically in to a liquid, relative to the adjacent level of the fluid.
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
"This type of oxy-fuel cutting torch has preheat gases supplied to the cutting tip." Which of the following torch types is best described by this statement?
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
"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?
"A mixture of substances (in fixed proportions) that melts and solidifies at a single temperature that is lower than the melting points of the separate constituents or of any other mixture of them." Is the best description of which of the soldering terms below?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
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?
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
Of the answers below, choose the layout tool that would most likely consist of a "Bevel protractor" and a steel rule
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
(mse)"This mechanical property is expressed in an elongation percentage. A bend test is used to achieve this percentage." Which of the properties is best described by this statement?
The most common colour for a fuel gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
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.
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
At the bottom of a column of water, the pressure is 459 psi, how high is this column? Choose the best answer from those provided 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?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
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
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
What type of punch is pictured below?
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
Commonly in oblique drawings, there is a 50% reduction in depth to add realism to the object. Which of the terms below best describes this practice?
(wf)Weld faults can happen even before the welding has occurred. Which of the answers below best describes the number of common types of pre-weld dimensional defects?
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.
"During the creation of this style of groove, the steel of the pipe is cold formed while it is displaced inward." Of the answers below, choose the one best described by this statement.
(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
A fume extracting welding gun works well with which other source of ventilation? Choose the best answer from the choices below
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
"A process in which a liquid metal is somehow delivered into a mold." This statement is the best description of which term below?
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.
In the WHMIS system, "Other poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Weld fittings are available in two varieties, one of these is:
There are three types of radiant energy that is given off by a typical welding arc. Choose the one that does not apply from the answers below.
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(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?
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
(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.
"There are many advantages to a vertical band saw. Of the advantages, one stands out as the greatest." Of the answers below, which one best fits that description.
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
(wf)"This term deals with the increase in stress in an area of a weld near a crack, depression, or a sharp angle. Although the calculated stressing may be quite safe, it can be enough to cause failure of the weld." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
(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
On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "C"?
(se)While welding, what is the result of lengthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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.
From this description, choose the correct pipe support. "A piece of pipe, to support a line, that is mitered and welded to the back of an elbow."
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
(se)If you wanted a wider bead accompanied with less penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
The alignment of holes in two or more pieces of plate at the same time can be a challenge. Which of the tool below would be best in this situation?
(wf)The specific requirements of fabrication must include any of the the welding processes. Chemical and mechanical factors are taken into account in every facet of that fabrication. Any deviation from these requirements would be considered a defect." This statement best describes which of the following weld defects?
The wall thickness of the two most commonly available fittings for 27.5mm (1/2") pipe are:
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.
(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.
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
Upstream of the aftercooler and downstream of the air intake should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
Of the list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
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.
In the WHMIS system, the two types of labels that are the most commonly used are? Use the answers provided.
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
"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?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "I" in the picture provided?
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
(wf)The welding surface may contain discontinuities from the style of preparation. From the answers below, choose the best one that describes discontinuities from a surfaced prepped by gouging. blades.
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?
Of the options listed below, one is not an advantage of ERS over conventional soldering. Choose which one.
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic test?
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
"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.
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
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.
Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
At the end of the month you have received 4 cheques. $1056, $2907, $4567, and $2957 were the totals, how much did you earn this month? Choose the best answers from the ones provided 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 "B" in the picture provided?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #2 is best represented by which answer 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?
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "C" 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.