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There are some specific weld faults that can occur with a fillet weld. Which of these faults is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "E" represents, in the answers below.
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
What tool is pictured below?
Pipe size is specified with two non-dimensional numbers: ________ diameter based on inches, and _______ for wall thickness. Of the options below, fill in the blanks.
The alignment of holes in two or more pieces of plate at the same time can be a challenge. Which of the tool below would be best in this situation?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Cock stop valve" variation?
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
Ozone, carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride and phosgene are all gases that can be created by different types of welding. Of the answers below, choose the best one that they all have in common.
Which of the measurements below is the metric standard for the breaking strength of bolts?
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a reverse flow check valve , a flashback arrestor is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
"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?
(ofc)"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?
(v) Individual types of valve have certain characteristics. Which of the valves below, when partially opened, would suffer from wire-drawing of the disc and seat?
Puller, Nut adjuster, Hydraulic load coil and Support bridge are all parts of which of the following tools?
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.
The categories of workplace hazards have been broken down to _____ main areas. Using the answers below fill in the blank.
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas cock" variation?
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.
There are 4 principal parts to the head of a hammer. Of these 4 parts, there are only two that are opposite of each other, what are they called? Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(ofe)Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the tip produces a shrieking noise, sparks and dark smoke.
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GMAW process?
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
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?
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Calculate the density of 5 m³ of copper that weighs 3879 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
For material that is ⅜" to 1" thick, the most common type of joint preparation would be which of the following. Choose the best answer that applies
(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?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
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.
Before working on a task, you notice that a trench with vertical rebar ends is directly under the work location. Harnesses and anchor points are provided at the task location by the employer, which you are instructed to use. The piece of legislation that best covers the action of the employer is which of the below?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a flat, or close to it, volt-amp curve. It is well suited for GMAW and SAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
The air has a density of _________ at STP, based on 101 kPa and 0°C. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
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.
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "πdh"?
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options below.
(wf)A weld defect called "precipitate hardening" is a situation that can lead to which of the below problems? Choose the best answer from those provided
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
(wf)"This term refers to the physical property of a material to resist plastic deformation, penetration or indentation." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
"It is a method of drawing which you can represent your shapes into three- dimensional view. An angle of 30 degree is taken in all its sides in order to give a 3d look." This statement best describes which of the following drawing methods?
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.
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
"When used in conjunction with similarly threaded nuts, These externally threaded devices are used to create a joining of two or more components." This is the best description of which of the items below?
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
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.
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 tool is in the picture below?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"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?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.
(ofe)On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
Which of the following codes applies to high temperature water is generated at pressures exceeding 160 psig and/or temperatures exceeding 250 degrees F?
(ofe)An acetylene bottle has a specific volumetric capacity. The cylinder should not be emptied more then one _______ of that capacity per hour. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the ones below.
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
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?
What type of punch is pictured below?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the one that the black arrow is pointing to in the picture shown?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
(ofe)"Fusion welding with an oxidizing flame on this type of material will cause welds that are porous, oxidized, and brittle." This statement best describes which of the metals below?
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "πr²"?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(ofe)Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
"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.
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900º 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?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
What tool is pictured below?
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.
(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?
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
(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 pain, with the loss of voluntary muscle control, as it travels through the body?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "D" in the picture provided?
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
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.
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers provided below?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Main stop valve" variation?
"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?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?