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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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As it happens sometimes, while you were on break, your fire extinguisher grew legs and walked away. You head to the tool crib to get another, as you are doing your inspection you notice it is a CFC type. Is there anything that must be done with this extinguisher?
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for low amperage PAC welding?
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
What tool is in the picture below?
"Of all the plastic compression joining methods, this one will not create a flow restriction within the line." This is the best description for which of the following?
(ofe)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.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Of the three common forged steel fitting classifications, class 4500 is considered:
An extraction hood attached to a system of flexible ductwork would be an example of which of the answers below? Use the options below to choose the best answer.
"This layout tool has one chamfered edge usually. The dual purpose tool can check the material surface to assure flatness, and mark a straight line on a surface." This statement best describes which of the following tools?
With ______ piping, fusion welding, and acid resistant clamps are the the most basic types of joining. Choose from the following to fill in the blank.
(se)The melting of the electrode and/or the base metal comes from the strength of the electrical current passing through them. Of the answers below, which term best describes the strength of the current?
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "Ï€dh"?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
Soapstone is commonly available in three grades. Which grade would be best served for marking out steel? Choose your answer from the options below.
(wf)"This term refers to a physical property of a material which describes the ability of a material containing a crack to resist further cracking."
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
(es) Amperage has an effect on the human body depending on the amount exposed to. Which of the mA answers below best corresponds to having sensation of a mild shock as it travels through the body?
(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.
(wf)Rapid solidification, low amperage, and incomplete perheat are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
Calculate the density of 5 m³ of copper that weighs 3879 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
(papg) There are several different methods to calculate the grade of a slope. Which of the methods below would best represent a line to be graded up at 1:46 mm?
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.
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.
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.
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a steep volt-amp curve. It is well suited for SMAW and GTAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
"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?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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)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?
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
"The destruction of a metal or an alloy because of chemical or electrochemical reaction with its surrounding environment or medium."
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Insulated service valve" variation?
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.
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?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
(se)While welding, what is the result of leangthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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 are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
"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?
(se)This term expresses the pressure from an electrical circuit's power source that produces pressure to push a current through a circuit, enabling them to do work. From the terms provided, choose the one that best applies.
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.
Of the safety concerns with soldering listed below, which would occur the least?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a reverse flow check valve , a flashback arrestor is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
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.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
After seal welding a box, the painters ask how much paint they are going to need to coat the outside. The box is 230 mm long, 450 mm high and 375 mm wide. Of the answers below, choose the best one that reflects this number.
Typical hanger spacing for 76 mm black iron pipe is 4.3 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 20 m horizontal run?
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be best used to eliminate backflow in a system?
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
(se)The connections used for welding cables must be tight. If an undersized lug is used, which of the following might occur with a high current load? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using a "Robertson" screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be using?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
What tool is in the picture below?
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?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the rays below would best be described as one that would cause skin to burn due to an elevated temperature of the exposed area?
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 is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld cap?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
The plug on the end of a 150 mm pipe has a force restriction of 250,000 N. What is the maximum operating pressure that this fitting can handle? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which of the answers below best describes the units for relative density?
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, there is a release or absorption of energy as a new substance is formed." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
(ofe)A neutral flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
(papg) There are several different methods to calculate the grade of a slope. Which of the methods below would only be used for imperial measurements only?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
Class 6050 is a classification of which fitting type?
(bs)"This term is a combination of metals or of a metal and another element." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
(wf)There is a great variety of ______ . This encompasses any flaw that compromises the acceptable standard for a weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blanks from the ones provided below.
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, doesn't chemically alter what the substance is." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
Which of the layout tools below would be the most accurate in transferring measurements? Choose from the following tools.
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?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
(bs)"This is the term used for the metal or steel that you are actually welding on." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
In the WHMIS system, "Dangerously reactive material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
(se)Welding power sources that are AC-DC rectifier type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
(ofe)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.
(ofe)Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the flame burns back into the tip, followed by a "pop" noise?
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?
(ofc)Oxygen should have a purity of 99.5% or higher for oxy-fuel cutting. The cutting speed will be an estimated ¾ of normal and the expenditure in cutting oxygen will increase approximately ¼ of normal for each _______ drop in purity percentage form optimum. Use the answers provided to select the best one to fill in the blank.
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
What tool is in the picture below?
If you have received 43 widgets out of an order of 378 widgets, what percentage of widgets have been accounted for? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.