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When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
The vents of a hydrotest are not in the open position on all of the high points while filling the system. Which of the following is the likely result of this situation when trying to test the system
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?
A holding tank is 43 feet in diameter. How many feet of welding will it take to seal the lid on the top? Choose the best answers from those provided below.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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?
You are asked to install 753 meters of 50mm, Sch 40 pipe. At the end of the day, you have 157 meters installed, how many meters do you have left until the job is complete? Choose the best anser from the ones provided below.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
What tool is 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 down at ³⁄₁₆"/ft?
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
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 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 of the following codes applies to high temperature water is generated at pressures exceeding 160 psig and/or temperatures exceeding 250 degrees F?
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
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
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
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?
Which type of flange is machines with a flat face to help facilitate frequent cleaning or inspection?
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 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.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
After the second tack is in place, what is the tool most commonly used to maintain the gap?
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.
(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?
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.
(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?
(ofe)On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
(ofe)Acetylene gas reacts explosively with some metals, so only certain metals may be used in piping the gas or repairing hose. Of the answers below, one is not an approved metal to be used in transporting acetylene gas. Choose the one that best applies.
In the groove and shoulder system, if you use a roll groove, what is the disadvantage of this type of groove? Choose the best answer of the options below.
What type of punch is pictured below?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluid will exert pressure in ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
Commonly receding lines are drawn from the horizontal at 30°, 45° or 60°. If you were to draw a receding line at a 45°, it would be foreshortened by which of the amounts below. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
(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?
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
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?
"Is not designed for continuous occupancy, and has limited or restricted means for entry or exit." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(papg) When calculating the area of a shape, you would use the terms "length" and "width". Which of the terms below represents the "width" of a 90° triangle?
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
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
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?
What type of punch is pictured below?
Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"This two-part anchoring system consists of resin and hardener which are combined through a mixing nozzle, and an anchor rod." This is the best description of which of the following anchors?
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?
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
There are several sizes of portable hand drills. How are they rated? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Of all the materials that make clothes, there is one type that should never be worn in a industrial workplace. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
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.
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the answers below would create the greatest amount of "Ultraviolet rays" while being used?
"The space between the OD of the tube being fitted and the bore of the fitting." This is the best description of which soldering term below?
The design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
"When two or more substances are combined and each retain their own chemical identity." Choose the term below that best reflects this statement.
(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 largest range of flammability.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(bs)"This term is a combination of metals or of a metal and another element." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
What type of bar is pictured below?
"A particular material or class of materials, that is a hazardous substance in workplace air, has an upper limit on the acceptable concentrations." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to bend wires in an extremely tight spot, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
(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.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
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. "
(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.
"During the creation of this style of groove, the steel of the pipe is cold formed while it is displaced inward." Of the answers below, choose the one best described by this statement.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Appliance valve" variation?
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
(papg) There are several different methods to calculate the grade of a slope. Which of the methods below would only be used for imperial measurements only?
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "πdh"?
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a flat, or close to it, volt-amp curve. It is well suited for GMAW and SAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
Which of the behaviors below best describes a rise or fall of the liquid surface, if a thin tube that is open at the both ends is inserted vertically in to a liquid, relative to the adjacent level of the fluid.
A cold water piping system does not exceed 3000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with class 3000 forged steel fitting?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(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?
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, volume and shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(se)"The deflection of an electric arc from its normal path because of magnetic forces, usually after the current has been moving in the same path of travel for an extended period." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Of the methods to render a container safe for hotwork, which of the following is the most common and most effective?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "G" in the picture provided?
The categories of workplace hazards have been broken down to _____ main areas. Using the answers below fill in the blank.