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Which of the measurements below is the metric standard for the breaking strength of bolts?
An Instrument air piping system does not exceed 1673 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with Sch 80 piping should be used
"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?
(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.
A fume extracting welding gun works well with which other source of ventilation? Choose the best answer from the choices below
Looking at the body of a check valve you see a hinge pin on the body. Of the following valves what is the valve you are looking at?
(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?
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be 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 SMAW welding?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has the teeth in a wavy design running from left to right. . Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
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 vents of a hydrotest are not in the open position on all of the high points while filling the system. Which of the following is the likely result of this situation when trying to test the system
You find a workpiece that you are trying to drill a hole in too tough to position under a sensitive or upright drill press. Which of the following answers best solves this problem?
Of the options below, choose the one that best states the primary function of plate rolls.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
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 "C" in the picture provided?
Typical hanger spacing for 50 mm cast iron pipe is 3.0 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 13 m horizontal run?
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
"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?
There are several disadvantages with conventional dimensioning. In the grouping of answers below, one is not a disadvantage of this style of dimensioning. Choose the best answer that applies.
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
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 barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
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.
Class 6050 is a classification of which fitting type?
After initial tensioning, a set of studbolts may have to be re-tensioned after start up. Which of the following terms would best explain the cause of this situation?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
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
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
Two pieces of eye protection should be used together when grinding or chipping. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
Loss of head for a valve or fitting has an equivalent in a length of the same size pipe. Which valve, a gate or an angle globe (both fully open), would have the highest losses?
(mse)"Operational characteristics of an electrode can be controlled in several ways. One of those ways is by the different composition of the flux coating." Choose from the answers below the coating that does not apply to this statement.
(se)Your welder asks you to turn up the _________ on his welder for more penetration. Choose the best answer from the options below to fill in the blank.
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
Upstream of the aftercooler and downstream of the air intake should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
"A process in which two or more items (usually metal) are joined together by melting and putting a filler metal into the joint, the filler metal having a lower melting point than the adjoining metal. " This is the best description for which of the following?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
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.
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. ""Ultraviolet rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy below?
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.
Which of the following supports has a hardened steel cup set screw?
"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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
(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.
"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?
Which of the following supports are used to support pipe lines with light loads that are subjected to up to 32mm vertical thermal movements?
(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?
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
What tool is in the picture below?
"A mixture of substances (in fixed proportions) that melts and solidifies at a single temperature that is lower than the melting points of the separate constituents or of any other mixture of them." Is the best description of which of the soldering terms below?
Calculate the density of 5 m³ of copper that weighs 3879 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided 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 the outer layer of skin and the next layer, the dermis?
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)Which of the terms below best relates to a material or substance that resists the flow of electrical current? Choose your answer from those provided below.
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
"The temperature of a metal, below which the substance is entirely solid." The best term to fit this description from the group below is?
"This type of cutting machine is perfect for busy shops. When the machine is loaded, and starts to cut the material, it allows the operator to do other tasks while the machine is cutting." This statement best describes which of the following metal cutters
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
"Used to keep a piping line level, or to assure that the proper amount of grade is uniform where needed." This is the best description of which of the following items.
"This layout tool consists of a calibrated protractor, X-shaped frame, and a triple jointed marking arm and holder. This allows for marking of steel or pipe." Of the answers below, choose the one is best defined by this statement.
(wf)Of the answers below, which type of defect occurs when the electrode is not drawn away from the puddle slowly enough?
"If a worker is injured or has an accident on the jobsite, they must report it as soon as possible to the employer." The act that best encompasses this statement is which of the following?
(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?
What tool is in the picture below?
(wf)"This type of weld deviance is any defect that cause the weld metal, parent metal, or work piece to be out of specification or tolerance. These issues are mainly caused by improper set up or distortion." This statement best describes which of the following classes of weld defects
(se)All welding machines have a duty cycle. A machine with a duty cycle of 72% with an amperage of 425, would run continuously at what amp maximum? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
Socket weld fittings are commonly used on joints that are what size?
If you were to completely show a workpiece in an orthographic projection, how many views would be required as a minimum? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(se)"An type of material that allows the flow of an electrical current in one or more directions." The best answer that this statement describes is which of the following?
(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 the eyeball to blister?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the answers below would create the greatest amount of "Ultraviolet rays" while being used?
When selecting a fastener, there are many criteria that are needed to be taken into consideration. What specification of the list below is needed to be known to allow proper movement or anchorage in the fastener?
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
In the groove and shoulder system, if you use a roll groove, what is the disadvantage of this type of groove? Choose the best answer of the options below.
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
What tool is in the picture below?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
What tool is in the picture below?
"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?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every tooth bent slightly to the side and in the opposite direction of the one in front of it. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
Of the many views that a drawing may have, an isometric drawing will show only three views or faces. Which of the following answers is not one of them?
There a a number of steps in the proper fabrication of a Bell-end joint. Choose the answer below that reflects that number the best.
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
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
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld cap?
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
(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 severe muscle contractions and burns as it travels through the body?
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
(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) 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 across a circle?