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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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Plastic pipe can move slowly in hangers. This is due to temperature changes that have an effect on the expansion and contraction of the pipe. This mechanism is commonly called which of the below?
(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.
(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.
(ofc)At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
When faced with vertical movements typically in excess of 13mm, or where no residual stresses are to be transferred to the pipe, which of the supports below would be the best to install?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a raised face flange?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
"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?
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
(papg) When calculating the area of a shape, you would use the terms "length" and "width". Which of the terms below represents the "width" of a 90° triangle?
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for medium amperage GTAW welding?
If a hose connection were to break during the pressuring of a hydrostatic test, which of the following pieces of equipment would prevent it from lashing around?
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "D".
What type of screwdriver head is pictured 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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld tee?
Downstream of the second stage of the compressor, but upstream of the moisture separator, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
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.
"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?
(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 of 3.4%-10.8%in air.
(ofe)Acetylene gas reacts explosively with some metals, so only certain metals may be used in piping the gas or repairing hose. Of the answers below, one is not an approved metal to be used in transporting acetylene gas. Choose the one that best applies.
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The categories of workplace hazards have been broken down to _____ main areas. Using the answers below fill in the blank.
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?
(wf)Slow travel speed, weak amperage and improper electrode angle are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
On the QC paperwork for the hydrotest that you have up and holding requires gauge pressures. The gauges are holding steady at 245 kPa(a). Which of the answers below best represents the pressure that the QC requires?
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.
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
While setting up for a hydrostatic test, it is noted that the maximum output on the pump to be used is 1000 psia. The test hose that is to be used has a pressure rating of 6950 kPaa. From the answers below choose the best course of action.
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?
On the QC paperwork for the hydrotest that you have up and holding requires absolute pressures. The gauges are holding steady at 35 psi. Which of the answers below best represents the pressure that the QC requires?
Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
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 "F" in the picture provided?
A journeyman is paid 27% more than his apprentice. If the journeyman is earning $43.50, what is the apprentice being paid? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
What tool is pictured below?
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
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.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
(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.
"The ability of a body to resist a distorting influence and to return to its original size and shape when that influence or force is removed." This is the best definition of which of the terms below?
Most fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will not chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
After the second tack is in place, what is the tool most commonly used to maintain the gap?
(papg) When calculating the area of a shape, you would use the terms "length" and "width". Which of the terms below represents the "length" of a 90° triangle?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Composition disc type valves are part of which of the following categories?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded cap?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
(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?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
(se)"This electrical current has is not bi-directional and flows only from negative to positive." This statement best describes which of the following currents?
This chisel has a cutting edge that is typically 60°,but can be reduced to 40° or increased to 90°. The chisel that best suits this description is which of the 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.
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
You are ordering stud bolts to fasten two flanges together. What thread classification would you order of the following classifications?
(se)"Metal deposition rate is the weight of material deposited by arc welding in a unit of time. For this rate to increase, which of the options below would be best suited?
(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
"Two heating irons are used in this particular type of fusion welding." This best describes which of the following answers?
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?
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?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
(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?
What tool is in the picture below?
All butt weld fittings must have _____ pieces of information stamped on them.
What tool is in the picture below?
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?
(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?
"This gas irritates sensitive skin and mucous membranes. It is non-flammable, has an unpleasant odour, and is colourless." This statement best describes which of the following gases?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "I" in the picture provided?
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options below.
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
"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.
"When two or more substances are combined and each retain their own chemical identity." Choose the term below that best reflects this statement.
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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.
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
Occupational exposure limits have threshold limits. There are three of these threshold limits that are used, of the answers provided, which is not a value used?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
(wf)While welding, water and other liquids get caught up in the weld. These produces voids of gas when the weld cools. Which of the terms below best describes these voids?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?