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There are three parts to a common twist drill. Which of the below is not one of those parts?
In the WHMIS system, "Flammable and combustible material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
"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.
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
(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?
"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?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
(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?
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
(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 PAC welding?
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
Soapstone is commonly available in three grades. Which grade would be best served for marking out steel? Choose your answer from the options below.
"This piece of legislation came into effect in 1915. This act deals primarily with compensation, medical aid and rehabilitation of a worker due to a job-related injury." Which of the answers below is best described by this statement?
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "E"?
Which of the valve styles below best fits the following statement "This variation of globe valve can be used where minimum pressure loss is required. They can also be rod through to remove debris upstream of the valve. "
"A pressure regulator's primary function is to match the flow of gas through the regulator, while maintaining a consistent output pressure, to the demand for gas placed upon it." Why is this item required for most pneumatic tools?
(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?
Your journeyman has asked you to torque a 4" #150 flange to 50 ft/lbs. This represents 30% of the total torque, which of the answers below best represents the full torque value?
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 tool is in the picture below?
Of the material types below, which one only is available in class 150 and 300 fittings?
"This Section provides such guidelines to assist those directly responsible for operating, maintaining, and inspecting power boilers." This is the best description of which of the following ASME sections?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure at an altitude of 3000 feet above sea level?
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
Materials used for bolts and studs have been grouped into ______ by ASME. Use the options below to fill in the blank.
There are three elements that are required to start a fire, this is called the "Fire triangle". Fuel and heat of ignition form two sides of this triangle. Of the answers below, choose the one that best fits on the third side.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for energy?
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 "E" in the picture provided?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
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.
(papg) There are several different methods to calculate the grade of a slope. Which of the methods below would best represent a line to be graded up at 1:46 mm?
All butt weld fittings must have _____ pieces of information stamped on them.
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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "G" in the picture provided?
At the end of the work week, your crew installed 45% of 50 mm, Sch 40 pipe The amount required for the job is 4791 m. Which of the answers below best relates to how much pipe is left to be installed?
What type of punch is pictured below?
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.
To avoid electrical shock there are several steps that can be taken. Of the answers below, choose the one that does not apply.
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
When using a beam clamp, ensuring the recommended support load is not exceeded is important. What other component of this support system needs to checked against the weight of the load?
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
The categories of workplace hazards have been broken down to _____ main areas. Using the answers below fill in the blank.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
(bs)This filler metal is most commonly used with cobalt alloys, and applications that have an extremely high service temperature." This statement describes which of the filler metals below best?
(wf)There is a great variety of ______ . This encompasses any flaw that compromises the acceptable standard for a weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blanks from the ones provided below.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Lockable service valve" variation?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
You are working with an isometric drawing that has dimensions in imperial measurements. Your journeyman has asked you to convert several measurements to inches. These measurements include 6', 4.5', 3'7" and 2'4". Choose the best answer below to reflect the total number of inches.
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
(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?
(wf)After the fillet weld is complete, the inspector says that the weld profile has a bulge to it. Which of the terms below best describes this situation?
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
"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?
You are ordering stud bolts to fasten two flanges together. What thread classification would you order of the following classifications?
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?
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
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?
(se)The distance from the molten pool of the weld to the end of the electrodes core wire is called the arc length. A distance that is ________ of the diameter of the electrodes core wire is considered normal. Choose from the following options the best answer to fill the blank.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
(bs)Which of the filler metals would be most commonly used when brazing copper or copper alloys? Choose the best answer from the following filler metals.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
"The temperature of a metal, below which the substance is entirely solid." The best term to fit this description from the group below is?
As it happens sometimes, while you were on break, your fire extinguisher grew legs and walked away. You head to the tool crib to get another, as you are doing your inspection you notice it is a CFC type. Is there anything that must be done with this extinguisher?
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.
There is a molecular attraction that causes like molecules to form a meniscus on the surface of a liquid. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
Maintaining all of the required PPE within the manufactures guidelines and in good working order is the responsibility of the________." Choose from the following answers to fill the blank.
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. "Visible light rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy below?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "T" represent in this formula?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
Class 6050 is a classification of which fitting type?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
(wf)A tapered transition ratio of _________ is commonly thought to be acceptable by numerous codes. Use the answers given below to find the best ratio to fill in the blank.
In the WHMIS system, "Other poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Copper tube pressure fittings can be used on copper tube DWV piping systems.
(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.
(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?
(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.
At the warehouse, they have received an exchanger. You look at the waybill, and see that it was discounted 3 separate times for 15%, 12% and 6% each. If the original price was $45,692, which of the answers below best represents the final purchase price?
(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?
The design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
When using a long tape, one extra consideration must be taken into account over a short tape. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
(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?
"This type of cutting machine has a large flywheel driven by an electric motor that does the cutting." Of the answers below choose the one that is best described by this statement.
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?
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
(papg) There are several steps to determining the area of a circle. Which of the answers below would you square to calculate the area of a circle?
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.