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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "F" in the picture provided?
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
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.
(ws) While welding, there may be contact with extremely hot metals, slag and sparks. Which of the answers below best relates to damage being done to both layers of skin and may also affect other tissue, such as sweat glands?
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.
"When two or more substances are combined and each retain their own chemical identity." Choose the term below that best reflects this statement.
Section 315(1), (2) and (3) covering guardrails can be found in which piece of legislation below?
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms 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.
"_________ 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.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to cut wires in an extremely tight spot, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
Burns have a classification by degree. If you have a surface burn, it would be considered which of the following?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
(ofc)When inspecting your oxy-acetylene cut after cutting a piece of 50 mm plate, you notice that the bottom of the kerf line is slightly behind the top of the same line. Which of the terms below best expresses this condition?
(papg) The relationship between the distance around a circle and the distance directly across it is a constant ratio. Which of the terms below best describes the distance around a circle?
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.
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.
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
A holding tank is 43 feet in diameter. How many feet of welding will it take to seal the lid on the top? Choose the best answers from those provided below.
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
(ws) Radiant energy released by a welding arc is far stronger than that of the sun, or other sources. Exposed skin will take a smaller amount of time to reach the same severity of burn with the sun, which of the answers below corresponds to that accelerated time?
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given 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.
"When looking at this type of drawing, the views most commonly seen are right side, top and front." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
"A particular material or class of materials, that is a hazardous substance in workplace air, has an upper limit on the acceptable concentrations." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
(se)If a welding machine is left on, but no work is being done with it, what type of voltage is at the output terminals? 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
(bs)"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?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Firing valve" variation?
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "πdh"?
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
(papg) Determining the surface area of any box involves several calculations. Which of the answers below best describes the number of sides that are involved in determining the surface area of a box open to atmosphere?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
(mse)"This type of material property is measured using a Brinell, or a Rockwell test." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
"This two-part anchoring system consists of resin and hardener which are combined through a mixing nozzle, and an anchor rod." This is the best description of which of the following anchors?
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.
A worker is grinding 6m away from another worker refueling a diesel welder. Is there any workplace infraction occurring in this situation? Choose the best answer below for answering this.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
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?
Which of the following supports are used to support pipe lines with light loads that are subjected to up to 32mm vertical thermal movements?
(ofe)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.
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
After the second tack is in place, what is the tool most commonly used to maintain the gap?
Fill the blanks with the answers provided. "These two valves, _______ and ________ are usually used together in a line. The flow of fluid through the line finds little friction from either one."
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having a defined mass, and volume, but no defined shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(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.
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.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
These manufacturer installed items must be removed before the piping is put into operation, but not before the Variable Spring Hanger is installed and fully loaded. Of the selections below, which items best fits this description?
(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 no sensation as it travels through the body?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
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?
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
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.
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
"Is a mechanical seal which fills the space between two or more mating surfaces, generally to prevent leakage from or into the joined objects while under compression." This is the best definition of which fitting?
"Are used with meters for the purpose of measuring the flow rate of either liquids or gases in the respective pipeline. Pairs of pressure "Tappings", mostly on 2 sides, directly opposite each other, are machined into the flange." This is the best description of which type of fitting?
Of the methods to render a container safe for hotwork, which of the following is the most common and most effective?
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
The pressure of the hydraulic torque might warp the flange before the stubot has reached the desired length. From the options bellow, what is the best solution to alleviate this issue?
The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "D" represent in this formula?
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.
"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.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(mse)"A load that is relatively constant for an extended time, is considered to be a ________ load." This statement best describes which of the answers 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.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using an Allen head wrench, which type of wrench, from the answers below, are you using?
"A process in which a liquid metal is somehow delivered into a mold." This statement is the best description of which term below?
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.
(v) Some valves can be used for throttling services. Which of the valves below would have a tendency to have cavitation as a result of throttling a process?
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to hold a tube to prevent it from spinning, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
"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 categories of workplace hazards have been broken down to _____ main areas. Using the answers below fill in the blank.
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
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.
(bs)"The act or procedure of liquefying or melting by the application of heat, any two materials to combine them." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
(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.
Upstream of the low pressure stage and downstream of the high pressure stage of the two stage compressor, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "H" in the picture provided?
"Machined from a single piece of metal that is cut to match the pipe size, fit between two pipe flanges and requires an additional gasket when it is installed. Also, the bolts will need to be lengthened depending on what piping class and size of the fitting is used." This is the best description of which fitting?
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.
"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.
The height of a free standing or rolling scaffold is restricted to no more than 3 times the smallest base dimension. This guideline comes from which of the acts below?
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
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 _______."
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
(ofe)In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"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?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the black portion that the arrow is pointing at in picture provided?