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What type of wrench is pictured below?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one 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 "B" in the picture provided?
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
There are a great many ways to give information about the shape of an object. Certain ways of drawing or views will give some information clearer than others. Of the answers below, choose the best term that describes the following picture.
Type "L" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
There is a set number of steps in the procedure for creating proper joints with thermoplastic piping. Of the answers below, select the one that is closest to that number.
Electrical shock accounts for a large number of workplace injuries. Which of the following would not increase the possibility of electrical shock? Choose the best answer from those provided 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.
The inert purge gases for GMAW and GTAW welding processes are non-toxic, but are still dangerous. In what situation below would these gases be a danger?
A fitting that has a classification of 2000 would be what kind of fitting?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
Calculate the relative density of a steel at 2357 lb/ft³ with water at 62.4 lb/ft³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "D" represent in this formula?
(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?
(mse)"This type of material property is measured using a Brinell, or a Rockwell test." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
(ofe)100°C is the approximate melting temperature of a fusible plug equipped on an acetylene bottle. Of the reasons below, choose the best reason explaining the purpose of these plugs.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "C" in the picture provided.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
(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 thermal cutting blades.
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
The orientation of a horizontal line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld globe valve?
Section 315(1), (2) and (3) covering guardrails can be found in which piece of legislation below?
(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?
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
(ofe)Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the tip produces a shrieking noise, sparks and dark smoke.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Pilot valve" variation?
Of the options listed below, one is not an advantage of ERS over conventional soldering. Choose which one.
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Appliance valve" variation?
(ofc)"The angle of the oxy-fuel torch relative to the direction of travel that which the tip is pointed dictates the directions in which the heat is going and the slag will be blown." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a steep volt-amp curve. It is well suited for SMAW and GTAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
(es) The human body has some integral resistance to electrical contact. Which of the answers below would have the largest resistance to an electrical voltage?
What tool is in the picture below?
(wf)"This is the term used for the point where the material begins to have permanent deformation." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
(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.
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
Which of the answers below best describes the units for relative density?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Insulated service valve" variation?
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a 1:20 metric reduced scale to it, what is the actual length of the workpiece of you measure 45mm on the print? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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.
"A substance used to promote fusion that is applied to surfaces to be joined to keep them free from oxide and promote their union." This is the best definition of which of the soldering terms below?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured 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.
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
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.
Ozone, carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride and phosgene are all gases that can be created by different types of welding. Of the answers below, choose the best one that they all have in common.
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
What tool is in the picture below?
Which of the following codes applies to high temperature water is generated at pressures exceeding 160 psig and/or temperatures exceeding 250 degrees F?
Each substance has it's own rates of expansion and contraction, using the table below find the substance with the greatest amount of expansion per °C. Choose the best answer from those provided below
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
(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.
(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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
What type of copper tube is most commonly used in fabricating a hydronic systems?
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
Piping that you have to be order for a job needs to be absolutely devoid of any surface contamination. Which of the following finishes will you ask to have put on your piping?
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?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Corporation stop valve" variation?
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
"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.
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?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "P" represent in this formula?
(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?
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)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.
Contamination of welds is a very serious issue especially where alloys are involved. To avoid contamination from brushing out material from portions of a weld, what precaution should be taken? Choose the best answer from the choices below.
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?
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?
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be 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 "F" in the picture provided?
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
If you have received 43 widgets out of an order of 378 widgets, what percentage of widgets have been accounted for? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
What tool is pictured below?
(v) Valves have many uses in process control. Which of the valves below would be the worst choice for a throttling application for a slurry?
After seal welding a box, the painters ask how much paint they are going to need to coat the outside. The box is 230 mm long, 450 mm high and 375 mm wide. Of the answers below, choose the best one that reflects this number.
Straight pattern, Y pattern and angle pattern are all design variations of which style of valve?
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the smallest?
A threaded fitting you are trying to reclaim has been cross threaded. Which of the items below would be best to attempt to salvage the fitting?
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.
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
(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?
(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?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Inches of Hg is commonly used for atmospheric pressure. What is the difference in pressure exerted by a 10" column of Hg with a 1 in² base, when compared to a column of water the same height? Use the best answer from those provided below.