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What type of punch is pictured below?
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
Calculate the mass of 2.75 m³ of stainless steel that weighs 3790 kg/m³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(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?
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the black portion that the arrow is pointing at in picture provided?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
"This style of check valves doesn't rely on flow reversal or gravity to close. Instead, the valve is closed by a spring." Of the valves below, this is the best description of which?
Which of the measurements below is the metric standard for the breaking strength of bolts?
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
The wall thickness of the two most commonly available fittings for 27.5mm (1/2") pipe are:
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.
(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 exposed skin to burn?
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
"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.
"These drawing tools as commonly used with a T-square to produce vertical and angled lines." Of the tools below, which is best described by this statement?
(wf)Which answer below best describes the undesireable situation shown by the three black arrows?
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
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.
The references in red along the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
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?
(ofe)Of the flame types for the oxyacetylene torch, which of them burns the hottest at the tip of the cone? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
These types of portable fire extinguishers are very heavy, have a conical nozzle, and are commonly bright red. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
(papg) Areas and surface areas can be measured in both square inches and square feet. Which of the answers below would allow you to convert ft² from in²?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
(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 2.3%-9.5% in air.
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
What tool is pictured below?
(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.
In the WHMIS system, "Flammable and combustible material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(wf)"This term refers to a physical property of a material which describes the ability of a material containing a crack to resist further cracking."
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.
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones 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?
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.
(wf)Structural discontinuities would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a structural discontinuity.
Your crew has just finished setting an enclosed vessel that had a 15 m diameter, a height of 23 m. The insulator foreman has asked you to verify his requirements of insulating the shell of the vessel. Choose the best answer from the ones below that represents the amount of insulation required.
The numbers encircled on the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "πr²"?
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
(ofe)All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the orientation of the numerical dimensions.
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
(ofe)The chemical symbol C₂H₂ best represents which of the following compounds?
"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?
Type "L" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
In the WHMIS system, "Acute poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
Omitting this step in the solvent welding of a joint could result in blockage, turbulent flow, and cause pressure loss by restricting the bore of the pipe. Of the answers below, choose the one that applies best
What type of wrench is pictured below?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for a large volume?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Appliance valve" variation?
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be considered a quarter-turn valve?
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?
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.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
"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?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for a small volume?
Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
(v) Some valves can be used for throttling services. Which of the valves below would have a tendency to have choked flow as a result of throttling a process?
(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?
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?
Burns have a classification by degree. If you have a surface burn, it would be considered which of the following?
If you are asked to install PVC piping for a drainage system, what colour must the pipe and solvent be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
The characteristic of fluidity is shared by two of the three states of matter. Of the answers below, choose the one state that this characteristic does not apply to.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "C" in the picture provided?
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum safety eye-ware required for Oxy-fuel cutting or welding?
(wf)A weld defect called "precipitate hardening" is a situation that can lead to which of the below problems? Choose the best answer from those provided
A forged fitting threaded type with a classification of 3000 would have which schedule number of the following?
(wf)"This term deals with the increase in stress in an area of a weld near a crack, depression, or a sharp angle. Although the calculated stressing may be quite safe, it can be enough to cause failure of the weld." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 is best represented by which answer below?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(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, loss of voluntary muscle control and difficulty breathing, as it travels through the body?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
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?
(ofe)The _________ has a one-to-one ratio of acetylene and oxygen, any additional oxygen needed for complete combustion comes from the surrounding air. Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
Typical hanger spacing for 19 mm copper pipe is 2.4 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 8 m horizontal run?
What tool is in the picture 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.
When one substance is dissolved in another homogeneously, this is called a solution. Which of the three states of matter can a solution exist? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
What type of wrench is pictured below?