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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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(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?
(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.
What tool is in the picture below?
(ofc)When inspecting your oxy-acetylene cut after cutting a piece of 50 mm plate, you notice that the bottom of the kerf line is slightly behind the top of the same line. Which of the terms below best expresses this condition?
(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?
Of the three common forged steel fitting classifications, class 4500 is considered:
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
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
A worker is grinding 6m away from another worker refueling a diesel welder. Is there any workplace infraction occurring in this situation? Choose the best answer below for answering this.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "B".
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?
Occupational exposure limits have threshold limits. There are three of these threshold limits that are used, of the answers provided, which is not a value used?
(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?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
With regard to fitting a threaded joint, the length of the threads that is engaged inside the fitting is called by which of these terms?
"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.
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.
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance that cannot be be chemically reduced into simpler components.
(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.
(ofe)All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given 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.
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
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
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.
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
When faced with vertical movements typically in excess of 13mm, or where no residual stresses are to be transferred to the pipe, which of the supports below would be the best to install?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
"When two or more substances are combined and each retain their own chemical identity." Choose the term below that best reflects this statement.
Use the following answers to fill in the blank. "The _________ should be reviewed to be assured that the proper studbolts and nuts are being used."
(ofe)In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
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?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
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?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
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.
(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.
(wf)Lack of fusion, oxidation and lack of penetration are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below
(ofe)"Carefully controlled tolerances are required to manufacture quality cutting tips. One-piece tips that are used in the cutting process with acetylene are generally made from ________ to endure the heat generated. To produce exact holes for these tips, they are machined, drilled, and swaged over special wires." Select the best answer from the ones below to fill in the blank
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
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?
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.
(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.
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.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
As it happens sometimes, while you were on break, your fire extinguisher grew legs and walked away. You head to the tool crib to get another, as you are doing your inspection you notice it is a CFC type. Is there anything that must be done with this extinguisher?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
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.
(se)All electrical conductors resist the flow of current to some degree. Which of the terms below is used to measure this resistance? From the answers below select the one best applies.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 is best represented by which answer below?
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. ""Ultraviolet rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy below?
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900º F. Other soft fillers are available for higher temperatures or special applications. The choice of the metal used for the jacketed part of the fitting would depend upon the corrosive conditions being encountered." This is the best description of which of the following fittings?
"In drill presses and drills, to hold the drill bits and accessories, there are several tooling devices that can be used." These are commonly called which of the below?
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.
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having a defined mass, and volume, but no defined shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
This chisel has a cutting edge that is typically 60°,but can be reduced to 40° or increased to 90°. The chisel that best suits this description is which of the below?
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
(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 cataracts with long term exposure?
(ofc)There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic test?
The purpose of this step is to provide a prepped surface for the solvent cement by beginning the chemical reaction that softens PVC. Of the options below, choose the best answer.
Maintaining all of the required PPE within the manufactures guidelines and in good working order is the responsibility of the________." Choose from the following answers to fill the blank.
A forged fitting threaded type with a classification of 3000 would have which schedule number of the following?
There is a mutual attraction that causes like molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, but no defined volume or shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(ofe)When balancing pressures with an oxyacetylene torch, good rule of thumb to calculate "blow away" is _________ per tip size. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
(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 WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
(ofc)During the oxy-fuel cutting process, iron oxidizes. Of the terms below, which one best describes the resulting lines on the surface of the cut from this process?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Downstream of the second stage of the compressor, but upstream of the moisture separator, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
"If a worker is injured or has an accident on the jobsite, they must report it as soon as possible to the employer." The act that best encompasses this statement is which of the following?
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
Calculate the density of 5 m³ of copper that weighs 3879 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(ofc)There are three commonly used basic systems of controlling the operation of a mechanized oxy-fuel cutter. Which of the answers below is not one of them? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
An extraction hood attached to a system of flexible ductwork would be an example of which of the answers below? Use the options below to choose the best answer.
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.
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "Ï€dh"?
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the smallest?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
Composition disc type valves are part of which of the following categories?