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These multi-purpose portable fire extinguishers are light, commonly red, and have a short nozzle or a narrow length of hose. Choose from the answers below the one that best applies.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "D".
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
One of the constants in an isometric drawing is that all angles recede ________ from the horizontal. Choose the best answer from the ones below to fill in the blank.
When marking the cut on a 250mm (10") diameter pipe, what tool should be used to be assured that the mark is the same measurement all the way around the pipe?
"When joining most metals, silver filler metal can be used. There are only two metals that cannot be joined by this filler metal." This statement best describes which of the following answers
"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?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
In the drawing provided, there is a column at the northwest corner of the entrance. It's location is best represented by which of the following answers 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 2.5%-80% in air.
What type of punch is pictured below?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
Your journeyman asks you to fill out the following print with measurements. What method of dimensioning are they having you do? Choose from the best answer from the ones provided 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.
(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?
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
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.
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
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
"This type of breathing apparatus is designed to allow a reserve of air for 5-10 minutes." The answer below that this statement best describes is which one?
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?
Generally in oxy-fuel cutting, when heat is applied to steel ranging from 760°C to 870°C, this is commonly referred to as which of the terms below? Choose the best answer from the options provided.
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "C" in the picture provided?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
(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?
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
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?
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
Convert 0.67 to the the nearest practical fraction. Choose the best answer from the ones below
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
"The temperature at which a metal changes state from solid to liquid at atmospheric pressure." Is the best description for which of the terms below?
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
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 "H" in the picture provided?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "F" in the picture provided?
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?
While fitting a joint you are made aware that there is no wall thickness stamped on the fitting you are going to use. The proper course of action would be?
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)"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?
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
Material safety data sheets are required to be accompany all controlled substances from the supplier. There are _______ that make up these sheets, providing more detail than the label. Use the answers below to fill in the blank
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
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.
These types of portable fire extinguishers are very heavy, have a conical nozzle, and are commonly bright red. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
Piping that you have to be order for a job needs to be absolutely devoid of any surface contamination. Which of the following finishes will you ask to have put on your piping?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?
You are asked to cut a mark on a 50mm piece of pipe with a 5" grinder. Which of the tools below would be the best to secure the pipe for cutting?
What type of copper tube is most commonly used in fabricating a hydronic systems?
A carbonizing flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded cap?
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
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.
"Is not designed for continuous occupancy, and has limited or restricted means for entry or exit." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
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.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the below?
Of the options below, choose the one that best states the primary function of plate rolls.
What application is better suited for a double flared fitting?
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
After cutting a pipe to length with a torch beveller, what is the next step in the weld preparation process?
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe force?
"This type of drill is only for up to ½" holes that need to be precise." Choose the answer below that is best described by the statement.
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
In oxy-fuel welding, the two terms "forehand" and "backhand" reference the ________ of the torch, or heat source, to the puddle of the weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the options 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 a large volume?
(wf)In during a welded joint, the input of heat must be controlled. Which of the issues could result in a weld where the heat input was not controlled well? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
For horizontal soldered joints, it is a good practice to apply the solder at which location?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure at an altitude of 3000 feet above sea level?
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
What tool is pictured 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 largest range of flammability.
(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.
(se)If you wanted a narrower bead, that has deeper penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Regulators commonly have three working parts to them. Which of the parts does the the adjusting screw attach to? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "C" in the picture provided.
Which of the following codes applies to high temperature water is generated at pressures exceeding 160 psig and/or temperatures exceeding 250 degrees F?
There is a mutual attraction that causes unlike molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
You are asked to install 753 meters of 50mm, Sch 40 pipe. At the end of the day, you have 157 meters installed, how many meters do you have left until the job is complete? Choose the best anser from the ones provided below.
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.
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Non ferrous piping has three distinguishing characteristics. Contains no iron, and not susceptible to oxidization are two. Of the following list , pick the third.
"This term is used to describe an action that means to divide something into two equal sections." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
The recommended PVC grooved joint operating maximum temperature is which of the below?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"