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(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
(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?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
(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.
(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.
A piping system that is being designed to carry a petroleum product at 16 psig and 350F would be covered under which code(s)?
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Appliance valve" variation?
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.
"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?
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?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
When selecting a flux, what is the most important consideration to be made?
(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?
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?
A square groove double weld commonly has a maximum material thickness of ________. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
Typical hanger spacing for 150 mm stainless steel pipe is 5.5 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 46 m horizontal run?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
(ofc)Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured below?
What application is better suited for a double flared fitting?
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
(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?
(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.
What tool is pictured below?
There are 4 principal parts to the head of a hammer. Of these 4 parts, there are only two that are opposite of each other, what are they called? Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
A fitting that has a classification of 2000 would be what kind of fitting?
(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.
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
"Of all the plastic compression joining methods, this one will not create a flow restriction within the line." This is the best description for which of the following?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
(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?
The engineer has asked you to verify the base for setting a tank on, the area required will be a minimum of 10 meters. Which of the answers below best represents the minimum radius required to set the tank?
Which of the following supports are used to support pipe lines with light loads that are subjected to up to 32mm vertical thermal movements?
What tool is in the picture below?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
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.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluid will exert pressure in ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
The intensity of sound is measured in dBA. In the workplace the suggested dBA level for wearing hearing protection over an 8 hour day would be which of the below?
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
What tool is in the picture below?
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?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
Which of the following types of copper requires a bending device?
A 35 meter piece of copper pipe that the first 10 m section has an operating temperature of 105°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m² until a restriction, then the temperature and pressure both drop by 15 for the remainder of the line. The entire line was originally installed at -25°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
(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.
(mse)The protective shield that purges any atmospheric gases that may be harmful to the weld, and the slag that protects the weld metal both are produced from one area in the weld zone. Which of the following ares best describes where these are produced?
"This type of cutting machine is perfect for busy shops. When the machine is loaded, and starts to cut the material, it allows the operator to do other tasks while the machine is cutting." This statement best describes which of the following metal cutters
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
Looking at the body of a check valve you see a hinge pin on the body. Of the following valves what is the valve you are looking at?
Of the answers below, which best reflects the name of the drill pictured?
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
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?
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 "A" in the picture provided?
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?
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
(ws) While welding, there may be contact with extremely hot metals, slag and sparks. Which of the answers below best relates to damage being done to the outer layer of skin and the next layer, the dermis?
(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?
(ofe)In oxy-fuel equipment, if the supply pressure gas is allowed to leak into the low pressure side of a regulator, this can cause problems with gauges, relief valves and operation of tools. Which of the answers below best describes this condition?
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.
Which of the following codes applies to high temperature water is generated at pressures exceeding 160 psig and/or temperatures exceeding 250 degrees F?
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.
(v) Some valves can be used for throttling services. Which of the valves below would be restricted in a throttling service to a minimum of 30° and a maximum of 80° of the disc opening?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to create a splice by twisting wires together, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
On any angle grinder and grinding disk there is an RPM rating. What is the relationship between the rating of the grinder and the rating of the disk? Choose the best answer from the ones below
(se)Which answer best describes the device that can increase the frequency of an AC current, or change DC to AC? Choose your answer from the ones provided below
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
To supply a gas test with high pressure, dry gas, which of the following would be best to use?
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?
(mse)"This mechanical property is expressed in an elongation percentage. A bend test is used to achieve this percentage." Which of the properties is best described by this statement?
(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?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Biological Hazards can be further broken down into subsections. Of the answers below, one is not a biological hazard, choose the answer that doesn't fit.
(papg) When calculating the "Grade" of a slope, there are several terms that are used. Which of the terms below is best defined as the difference in distance between two ends of a sloped pipe?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe force?
A forged fitting threaded type with a classification of 3000 would have which schedule number of the following?
(wf)Defective properties would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a defective property.
Before entering a container to work, your Journeyman asks for a gas test to be done. The foreman agrees and puts the sniffer close to the floor of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
The references in red along the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
What tool is in the picture 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 3.4%-10.8%in air.
(se)Your welder asks you to turn up the _________ on his welder for more penetration. Choose the best answer from the options below to fill in the blank.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers provided below?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Pilot valve" variation?
(bs)In oxy-fuel welding, the two terms "forehand" and "backhand" reference the ________ of the torch, or heat source, to the puddle of the weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the options 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.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
If the welding apprentices tacked 4 welds in an hour, how many welds would be tacked by 3 apprentices in a 37.5 hour work week? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"This operation of this type of chuck is with an external collar that you hand turn." This statement best describes which of the chucks below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball valve?
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?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?