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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?
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?
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.
(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?
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.
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?
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
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.
(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?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
On the jobsite you have to cut 200 mm plate, and have to heat a large hoarding from the same supply. Of the gases below, choose the gas that would best fill both of these requirements.
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic test?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
(se)While welding, what is the result of leangthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
"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?
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.
"_________ 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.
"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?
"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?
"The temperature of a metal, below which the substance is entirely solid." The best term to fit this description from the group below is?
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.
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.
Self-Drilling anchors are considered to be this type of anchor. Choose from the following answers.
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
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 "I" in the picture provided?
"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?
Looking at the following terms, choose the best answer that is not associated with a characteristic of a gas.
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
Around most construction tasks, eye protection is important. The selection of eye protection will rest mainly with which of the following answers? Choose the best one that applies.
What tool is in the picture below?
Complete the following sentence with the options below. "This Section covers general descriptions, terminology and operation guidelines applicable to steel and cast iron boilers limited to the operating ranges of ASME _______."
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.
Composition disc type valves are part of which of the following categories?
(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 a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "J" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
The type of gauge that is most commonly used in pressure testing would be one that has a ________ date stamped or labeled on it for easy recorded by QA/QC.
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.
If you were to completely show a workpiece in an orthographic projection, how many views would be required as a minimum? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
Copper tube pressure fittings can be used on copper tube DWV piping systems.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
What tool is in the picture below?
The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
(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.
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.
"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?
You have just installed a small vessel on site, the height is 29' and the base has a 9' diameter. What is the force exerted on the pad that it sits on when completely full of water? choose the best answer from those provided 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
When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is higher that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
"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?
In the WHMIS system, "Flammable and combustible material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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 WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
In the WHMIS system, "Acute poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Your journeyman is fitting up a joint and asks you to check to see if the pipe is "plumb". Which way would you hold the level to get that information? From the following options, choose the best answer.
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
Biological Hazards can be further broken down into subsections. Of the answers below, one is not a biological hazard, choose the answer that doesn't fit.
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?
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, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "C"?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld gate valve?
An Instrument air piping system does not exceed 1673 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with Sch 80 piping should be used
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.
The orientation of a vertical line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
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?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Of the list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
What type of punch is pictured below?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for mass?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Downstream of the aftercooler, but upstream of the reciever, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
For horizontal soldered joints, it is a good practice to apply the solder at which location?
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900Âş F. Other soft fillers are available for higher temperatures or special applications. The choice of the metal used for the jacketed part of the fitting would depend upon the corrosive conditions being encountered." This is the best description of which of the following fittings?
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?
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.
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "B".
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
What tool is in the picture below?
(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
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.