HVACR Pipefitting and Welding Quiz

Welcome to the 'Specialists – HVACR – Pipefitting and Welding'

This practice test will select 10 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 10 minute time limit. You will be shown correct and incorrect answers at the end of the quiz.

Each question is representative of the type used in the Specialists Test.

Instructions:

The test will begin after you select the 'Start Quiz' button below.
For each question, choose from the multiple choice answers provided.
Some questions may have more than one answer, a note will be displayed when to do this.
After the last question, click 'Submit' to be shown your results.

Ready? Click 'Start Quiz' to begin.

For which type of jointing is oxyacetylene equipment not recommended?

Deselect Answer

Hard-soldering copper pipe

Joining copper tube with capillary soldered fittings

Jointing sheet lead

Jointing mild steel tube

None

What must happen before a mobile tower is moved?

Deselect Answer

Everyone and all equipment must be removed from the platform

Arrangements must be made with the forklift driver

Approval must be obtained from the principal contractor

A permit to work must be issued

None

If you are working alone tracing pipework and it disappears into a service duct, what should you do?

Deselect Answer

Enter the duct and continue tracing the pipework

Put on PPE and carry on with the task

Ask someone nearby to act as a second person

Stop the work until a risk assessment has been completed

None

What must you make sure of when using an electrically powered threading machine?

Deselect Answer

That your clothing cannot become caught in the machine’s rotating parts

That it runs on a 400-volt supply and has a guard fitted

That it is supplied at 24 volts

That it is used only within your compound

None

Which of these checks are essential before using oxyacetylene equipment? (Choose TWO)

That the cylinders are full

That the trolley wheels are the correct size

That the cylinders, hoses, and flashback arresters are in good condition

That the work area is well ventilated and free from obstructions

Other than cylinders fitted to gas-powered forklift trucks, why must LPG cylinders never be used lying on their side?

Deselect Answer

Air may be drawn into the cylinder and form a dangerous gas mixture

The liquid gas level would be too low for the torch to operate properly

The contents gauge may give an incorrect reading, which could lead to flashback

Liquid gas could be drawn from the cylinder, creating a serious hazard

None

If welding is taking place nearby, what should be provided to protect you from welding flash?

Deselect Answer

Protective screens

A high-visibility vest

A fire extinguisher

Warning signs

None

What is the first requirement before any roof work begins?

Deselect Answer

A risk assessment must be completed

A weather forecast must be obtained

The roof workers must be trained in the use of safety harnesses

Permits to work must be issued only to authorised persons

None

If you need extra temporary electrical wiring for your power tools on site, what is the correct action?

Deselect Answer

Stop work until an authorised temporary supply has been installed

Find extra cable and extend the wiring yourself

Ask an electrician to provide the temporary wiring

Disconnect a longer cable from elsewhere and reconnect it where you need it

None

Where should LPG cylinders be placed when supplying a site cabin?

Deselect Answer

Next to whatever appliance is using the LPG

In the void beneath the cabin

Inside a cupboard within the cabin

Outside the cabin

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HVACR Pipefitting and Welding Quiz

Specialists HVACR Pipefitting and Welding Practice Test