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(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?
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.
"Smaller tubing sizes and the strength of the operator are both characteristics that this type of bender has." Of the options below, choose the bender that best fits this description.
A lube oil piping header has a slope of 2.5% for a 13500 mm run. What is the total drop of the line in meters? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Of the methods to render a container safe for hotwork, which of the following is the most common and most effective?
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
While fitting a joint you are made aware that there is no wall thickness stamped on the fitting you are going to use. The proper course of action would be?
With the options below,complete the following sentence. "The rules of ASME _______ constitute construction requirements for pressure vessels."
(se)Why are work lead clamps integral to the welding process? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
(bs)"In this type of welding, the filler metal is liquid above 425°C, and deposited in the joint by other than capillary attraction." This statement best describes which of the weld methods below?
(wf)The welding surface may contain discontinuities from the style of preparation. From the answers below, choose the best one that describes discontinuities from a surfaced prepped by gouging. blades.
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
(papg) Areas and surface areas can be measured in metric. Which of the answers below would represent the proper time to convert mm into m in a calculation?
(ofe)The chemical symbol C₂H₂ best represents which of the following compounds?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld gate valve?
(ofe)The most common type of gauge that is found on a regulator is a bourdon type. Choose from the situations below the best way not to have these gauges damaged when opening a cylinder.
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?
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Insulated service valve" variation?
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?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
Orthographic and isometric directional arrows have few similarities. From the options provided below, choose the best answer that represents one of those similarities.
(ofc)After manually oxy-fuel cutting a piece of 75 mm plate in half, your journeyman notices that the kerf lines are indicating a 25% lag in the slag stream. What is he trying to tell you? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(mse)The weld puddle does not use up the electrode in which of the following weld processes? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
The wall thickness of the two most commonly available fittings for 27.5mm (1/2") pipe are:
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.
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 "D" in the picture provided?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(se)Which device below uses one or more diodes to restrict current to flow to one direction, changing AC to DC in the process? From the answers below, choose the best one.
Of the list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to hold a tube to prevent it from spinning, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
What tool is pictured below?
(wf)"This type of defect is defined as an interruption of the typical structure of a material typically during the welding process." This statement best defines which of the answers below?
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
Which of the following supports are used to support pipe lines with light loads that are subjected to up to 32mm vertical thermal movements?
A square groove double weld commonly has a maximum material thickness of ________. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
(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.
When breaking down an element, smallest unit into which it can be divided and still retain its characteristic properties is best describes by which of the terms below?
(ofe)The safe working pressure of acetylene is 15 psi. As the temperature of the gas increases, this pressure will change. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to explain what this change will be.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
Non ferrous piping has three distinguishing characteristics. Contains no iron, and not susceptible to oxidization are two. Of the following list , pick the third.
Of the answers below, which best reflects the name of the drill pictured?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
"The temperature of a metal, below which the substance is entirely solid." The best term to fit this description from the group below is?
Fill the blanks with the answers provided. "These two valves, _______ and ________ are usually used together in a line. The flow of fluid through the line finds little friction from either one."
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluid will exert pressure in ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
"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?
What tool is in the picture below?
What tool is in the picture 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.
(ofe)Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the explosive condition that occurs upstream the mixer and can include all of the components in the outfit including the regulator.
There are several different types of labeling or lettering on a drawing. In the picture below how many different types of labeling and/or lettering is there. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
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?
(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 sensation of a mild shock as it travels through the body?
(wf)Of the answers below, which type of defect occurs when the electrode is not drawn away from the puddle slowly enough?
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?
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
(ofe)When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is lower that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
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.
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 picture provided?
(ofc)There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers 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?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to tighten a lock nut, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
A nitrogen piping system does not exceed 6000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with Class 6000 forged steel fittings?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for mass?
Downstream of the aftercooler, but upstream of the reciever, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
You have just installed a small vessel on site, the height is 29' and the base has a 9' diameter. What is the force exerted on the pad that it sits on when completely full of water? choose the best answer from those provided below.
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "πdh"?
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?
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.
(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?
One side of a support is 372 mm, the other side is 739 mm. What is the smallest area that this support can be used? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
What tool is in the picture below?
Socket weld fittings are commonly used on joints that are what size?
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding the last pass, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems
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?
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from 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.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using the size of the screw to be used to size the proper screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be sizing?
"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?
Of the options listed below, one is not an advantage of ERS over conventional soldering. Choose which one.
The lowest temperature a metal is completely molten is called which of the soldering terms below?