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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld globe valve?
(ofc)Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
Omitting this step in the solvent welding of a joint could result in blockage, turbulent flow, and cause pressure loss by restricting the bore of the pipe. Of the answers below, choose the one that applies best
(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 pressure exerted by a column of Hg 9" high would be which of the following answers? Choose the best answer that applies from the ones below
If you are bypassing or modifying a ground connection, you are creating what kind of hazard?
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers 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
Of the material types below, which one only is available in class 150 and 300 fittings?
What tool is 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 line labeled "H" in the picture provided?
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "E"?
(ofe)The ________ is produced when slightly greater volume of oxygen is mixed with a smaller volume of acetylene. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
"In the center of a flange there is a tall hub with a bevelled end suitable for welding." This is a description of which type of flange?
What type of punch 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.
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
The intensity of sound is measured in dBA. In the workplace the suggested dBA level for wearing hearing protection over an 8 hour day would be which of the below?
"This type of respirator has two different types that are available. These are continuous flow, and pressure demand respirators. " This statement best describes which of the following respirators?
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 "G" in the picture provided?
(ofe)When the work that is being performed is not dependent on the pressure delivered from the cylinder being used, which style of regulator would most commonly used?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Cock stop valve" variation?
(ofe)"These regulators allow a consistent pressure to be fed to the tool being used. This is true despite the change in inlet pressures." Which of the regulators below is best described by this statement?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for force?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a raised face flange?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When tightening a wide variety of bolts in one place, which of the wrenches below would best be suited for the job?
(ofc)Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured below?
(ofe)Of the flame types for the oxyacetylene torch, which of them burns the hottest at the tip of the cone? Choose 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?
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
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.
Type "L" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
With regard to fitting a threaded joint, the length of the threads that is engaged inside the fitting is called by which of these terms?
Your journeyman is fitting up a joint and asks you to check to see if the pipe is "plumb". Which way would you hold the level to get that information? From the following options, choose the best answer.
When dealing with welding gases and fumes, it is a good practice to limit your exposure to them. The first option to reduce exposure to these fumes and gases is to weld in which of the following locations?
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options below.
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "J" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(papg) When calculating the "Grade" of a slope, there are several terms that are used. Which of the terms below is best defined as the difference in elevation between two ends of a sloped pipe?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
A 10 meter piece of brass pipe that has an operating temperature of 85°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m². This line was originally installed At -15°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
(ofe)When dealing with acetylene cylinders, generally you will encounter two types of valves. Which of the sets of valves below would you see?
(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 relationship between the distance around and the full distance across a circle?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
A cold water piping system does not exceed 4689 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XXS piping should be used
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
The references in red along the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
This type of valve can be installed in locations that are unavailable for a gate valve, but will give you similar valve characteristics. Of the options below, which valve is being described?
(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?
(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?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
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.
A forged fitting threaded type with a classification of 3000 would have which schedule number of the following?
(bs)In accordance to the specifications set out by AWS, which of the following symbols would be placed on a package of silver filler metals? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
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?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
(se)When the current flow meets resistance in a conductor, that energy is turned into what form? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(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?
There are a certain number of steps to installing soldered tube/pipe. How many steps are required?
The classification of fire extinguishers depends on the type of fire they can fight effectively. Which fire extinguisher type is denoted by the picture below?
What type of bar is pictured 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."
These materials can be cooled and heated several times without any change in their chemistry or mechanical properties. This allows them to be formed and re-formed into different shapes" This is the best description of which of the terms below?
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
A plug valve is quick to open or quick to close. Another way of describing that profile is which of the following?
(ofe)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.
In vertical runs of piping (risers) at each floor level there should be a support. The type of hardware used by mechanical building trades for supporting pipe would be which of the following?
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GMAW process?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(ofe)Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
"_________ 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.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
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?
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.
(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?
(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 sever eye strain, and possible blindness?
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
STD or Sch40 piping is measured by the nominal ______ up to ______ diameter, and by the exact ______ up to ________diameter. Use the choices below to fill in the blanks in order.
(ofc)The type of oxy-fuel cutting torch that has a cutting tip which is supplied with mixed pre-heat gases are typically called which of the names below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
To supply a gas test with high pressure, dry gas, which of the following would be best to use?
Which of the answers below best describes the units for relative density?
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
(wf)Defective properties would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a defective property.
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be considered a quarter-turn valve?
Of the options below, choose the one that best states the primary function of plate rolls.
(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?
There are three parts to a common twist drill. Which of the below is not one of those parts?
(se)Welding power sources that are AC transformer type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
Around most construction tasks, eye protection is important. The selection of eye protection will rest mainly with which of the following answers? Choose the best one that applies.
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be considered a quarter-turn valve?
What tool is pictured below?
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.