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(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a raised face flange?
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.
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
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."
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
"This term denotes a type of steel that, to enhance mechanical properties has undergone alloying using different elements." which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
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.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "C" in the picture provided.
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.
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.
Looking at the answers below, which one is not a cause of flashback while using an oxyacetelyne cutting torch? Choose the best answer that applies.
A dielectric union would be placed into lines to prevent which condition?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
Youare going to dig a well on your land to get water, you have bought a small suction pump that will create a vacuum equal to a column 984 mm Hg. Which answer below best represents the maximum depth that the well can be while using this pump?
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?
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
Before entering a container to work, your Journeyman asks for a gas test to be done. The foreman agrees and puts the sniffer close to the roof of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
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?
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
If a hose connection were to break during the pressuring of a hydrostatic test, which of the following pieces of equipment would prevent it from lashing around?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
What type of bar is pictured below?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
Type "L" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
Calculate the relative density of a compound at 10456 kg/m³ with water at 1000 kg/m³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
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?
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
In the WHMIS system, "Other poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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)After the fillet weld is complete, the weld profile looks like the green section of the picture below. Which of the terms below best describes this profile?
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?
Which of the following codes applies to high temperature water is generated at pressures exceeding 160 psig and/or temperatures exceeding 250 degrees F?
"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.
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.
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?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Of the options below, choose the one that best represents a manual actuator for a gate valve in an inaccessible area.
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones 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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "E" in the picture provided?
Looking at the following terms, choose the best answer that is not associated with a characteristic of a gas.
(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?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
Of the methods to render a container safe for hotwork, which of the following is the most common and most effective?
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, volume and shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
What formula would be correct when attempting to calculate the fitting allowance of a threaded 90 degree elbow?
A plug valve is quick to open or quick to close. Another way of describing that profile is which of the following?
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
There are a certain number of steps to installing soldered tube/pipe. How many steps are required?
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers provided 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.
"This workplace hazard consists of substances, mixtures and materials that can be classified according to their health risks and dangers." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
"A substance used to promote fusion that is applied to surfaces to be joined to keep them free from oxide and promote their union." This is the best definition of which of the soldering terms 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?
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
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.
On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
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.
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. From the information in the provided picture, select the best answer to describe the method of dimensioning.
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.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for a large volume?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
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?
"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?
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options 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.
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 picture provided?
"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?
There are several different types of labeling or lettering on a drawing. In the picture below how many different types of labeling and/or lettering is there. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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?
Most fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will not chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
The recommended PVC grooved joint operating maximum temperature is which of the below?
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.
After manually oxy-fuel cutting a piece of 75 mm plate in half, your journeyman notices that the kerf lines are indicating a 25% lag in the slag stream. What is he trying to tell you? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the orientation of the numerical dimensions.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(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?
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.
(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?
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
There are three elements that are required to start a fire, this is called the "Fire triangle". Fuel and heat of ignition form two sides of this triangle. Of the answers below, choose the one that best fits on the third side.