API 570 – ASME B31.

3 Q & A
1. To which of the following does ASME B31.3 apply?

a) Raw, intermediate and finished chemicals.

b) Petroleum products.
c) Gas, steam, air, water and refrigerants.
d) All of the above.

2. ASME B31.3 covers process piping located:

a) Within the property lines of facilities processing chemicals.

b) Piping used for handling chemicals in or out of the facility property.
c) Boiler, heater and nuclear piping.
d) All of the above.

3. Which of the following piping systems are excluded from coverage under ASME
B31.3?

a) Non-flammable and non-toxic fluids above 0 psi but less than 15 psi.
b) Boilers and boiler external piping.
c) Heater tubes of components within the setting.
d) All of the above.

4. What does ASME B31.3 specify as the design pressure?

a) Normal operating pressure.

b) The most severe condition of coincident pressure and temperature.
c) The pressure at the highest temperature.
d) The pressure at the lowest temperature.

5. If piping is not to be protected with a pressure relief device, what is required by

ASME B31.3?

a) All systems require a pressure relief device.

b) The system must be constructed to ASME B31.3.
c) The system must be designed to withstand the maximum possible pressure that
can be developed.
d) 900 class flanges must be used.

6. Per ASME B31.3, what is the design temperature?

a) The temperature under the coincident pressure which requires the greatest
thickness or component rating.
b) The highest temperature.
c) The temperature at the highest pressure.
d) The lowest temperature.

7. Which of the following best describes the component temperature per ASME
B31.3?

a) For fluids below 150°F, the component temperature shall be taken as the fluid
temperature.
b) For fluids 150°F and above, by test or heat transfer calculation.
c) For uninsulated valves 95% of fluid temperature, for flanges other than lap joint 90% of
fluid temperature, for lap joint flanges 85% of fluid temperature, for bolting 80% of fluid
temperature.
d) All of the above.

8. Which of the following is normally assumed to be the component design temperature

for externally insulated piping per ASME B31.3?

a) The fluid temperature.

b) 95% of the fluid temperature.
c) 90% of the fluid temperature.
d) 85% of the fluid temperature.

9. Which of the following is considered an ambient effect on piping per ASME

B31.3?

a) Cooling of a piping system resulting in vacuum.

b) Warming of a piping system resulting in increased pressure.
c) Atmospheric icing on low ambient temperatures.
d) All of the above.

10. Which of the following is not considered a dynamic effect per ASME B31.3?

a) Impacts such as hydraulic hammer or slugging.

b) The weight of the piping system and contents.
c) Wind loading.
d) Vibration.

11. Which of the following best describes "live load" as pertains to piping systems
under ASME B31.3?

a) The weight of the piping components, insulation and other permanent superimposed
loads supported by the piping.
b) The weight of the medium transported or the medium used for test.
c) The combined weight of the piping system and the medium transported.
d) Wind, earthquake and impact loads.
12. Which of the following best describes "dead loads" as pertains to piping
systems per ASME B31.3?

a) The weight of the piping components, insulation and other permanent

superimposed loads supported by the piping.
b) The weight of the medium transported or the medium used for test.
c) The combined weight of the piping system and the medium transported.
d) Wind, earthquake and impact loads.

13. Which of the following are considered as thermal expansion and contraction
effects?

a) The load created in restrained piping due to expansion and contraction.

b) Stresses in the piping system due to temperature gradients.
c) Loads created by the differential expansion characteristics of bimetallic welds.
d) All of the above.

14. Does ASME B31.3 permit using components at pressures and temperature
beyond the component rating?

a) No.
b) Yes.
c) Yes, at the owners responsibility the provisions of ASME B31.3 may be used.
d) Yes, with the engineers approval.

15. When component pressure-temperature ratings are based upon straight

seamless, such components shall be rated using what percentage of the pipe
nominal thickness?

a) 100%
b) 112.5%
c) 87.5%
d) 80%

16. Does ASME B31.3 allow the use of components not listed in table 326.1?

a) No
b) Yes
c) Yes, with the inspectors approval
d) Yes, provided the designer verifies the component is comparable to the
characteristics of listed components.

17. Does ASME B31.3 permit occasional variations of pressure and temperature
above the design condition?

a) No
b) Yes
c) Yes, in accordance with the requirements of 302.2.4.
d) Yes, if permitted by the inspector.

18. What is a casting quality factor?

a) An efficiency applied to the working stress based upon component

characteristics and inspection.
b) Weld joint efficiency.
c) An efficiency based upon X-ray results of the casting.
d) An efficiency based upon visual inspection results.

19. What is the maximum permissible casting quality factor in accordance with
ASME B31.3?

a) 80%
b) 85%
c) 95%
d) 100%

20. What is the joint efficiency for electric resistance welded pipe?
a) .60
b) .80
c) .85
d) .90

21. What is the joint efficiency for spot radiographed electric fusion welded (without
filler metal) pipe per ASME B31.3?

a) .75
b) .80
c) .85
d) .90

22. API 5L, A53 and A134 pipe may be used for which of the following service
categories?

a) A
b) D
c) M
d) All of the above.
23. What is the minimum permitted efficiency for wrought or cast pipe fittings used
in severe cyclic services?

a) 100%
b) 90%
c) 80%
d) There is no restriction per ASME B31.3.

24. Which of the following service categories may a bolted bonnet valve be used, if it
has less than four bolts holding the bonnet to the valve body?

a) A
b) D
c) M
d) All of the above.

25. To what flange class and bolt temperatures are carbon steel bolting materials
limited?

a) 900 class, -50 to 900° F.

b) 600 class, -50 to 750° F.
c) 300 class, -20 to 400° F.
d) 150 class, -20 to 300°F.

26. Low yield strength bolting is not to be used for which of the following flange
classes and higher?

a) 600
b) 400
c) 300
d) 150

27. Which of the following are not permitted for use under severe cyclic conditions
when welding under ASME B31.3?

a) Metallic backing rings.

b) Non-metallic backing rings.
c) Split backing rings.
d) Consumable inserts.

28. What is the maximum size socket weld permitted for use under severe cyclic
conditions?
a) 1"
b) 11/2"
c) 2"
d) 21/2"

29. Is it permissible under ASME B31.3 to assemble a flange joint with flanges with
different ratings?

a) No.
b) Yes.
c) Yes, provided the rating of the joint does not exceed the lowest rating of the two
flanges.
d) Yes, with the approval of the piping engineer.

30. Under ASME B31.3, may expanded joints be used in severe cyclic service?

a) No.
b) Yes.
c) Yes, if expanded at least 5%.
d) Yes, if approved by the piping engineer.

31. Which of the following statements regarding threaded piping under ASME B31.3
is true?

a) Threaded joints should be avoided in services where crevice corrosion, severe erosion
or cyclic loading may occur.
b) When threaded joints are to be seal welded, thread compound should not be used.
c) Threaded piping should be laid out to minimize stress at joints.
d) All of the above.

32. Joints using flared, flare-less or compression fittings may be used in which of
the following services?

a) Severe cyclic.
b) Normal fluid service.
c) Category M service.
d) Any service designated by the designer.

33. What temperature limitation is applied to caulked joints in category D service?

a) 100° F
b) 200° F
c) 300° F
d) 400° F

34. Are soldered joints permissible for use under ASME B31.3?
a) No.
b) Yes.
c) Yes, except for fillet joints.
d) Yes, except for socket type connections.

35. Are brazed joints permissible for use under ASME B31.3?

a) No.
b) Yes.
c) Yes, except for filler joints only.
d) Yes, if safeguarded and in normal fluid service.

36. Which of the following is considered a basic requirement in regards to piping

system flexibility?

a) Adequate flexibility is required to prevent damage to piping supports from expansion

contraction movement.
b) The flexibility should be adequate enough to prevent joint leakage.
c) Adequate flexibility to prevent detrimental stresses or distortion in the piping systems.
d) All of the above.

37. What is cold spring?

a) The amount a pipe must be pulled over to get it to line up due to misalignment.
b) The intentional deformation of piping during assembly to develop stress.
c) Low temperature hydraulic hammer.
d) A pool of cool water.

38. What is the purpose of cold spring?

a) To reduce the chance of over strain.

b) To reduce displacement of the piping system from the installed dimensions.
c) To balance the magnitude of stress under initial and extreme displacement.
d) All of the above.

39. Which of the following type of piping system does not require the weight of the
contents be considered when designing the support system?

a) Liquid lines when not hydrotested.

b) Mixed phase flow lines when not hydrotested.
c) Gas or vapor lines when not hydrotested.
d) All of the above.
40. Cast, ductile and malleable iron, are’ best suited to which of the following types
of loads:

a) Compressive loads.
b) Tensile loads.
c) Impact loads.
d) All of the above.

41. Is it permissible to use steel of an unknown specification as piping supports?

a) No.
b) Yes.
c) Yes, provided it is not welded directly to the pipe.
d) Yes, but only for low temperature service.

42. Which of the following best describes an anchor?

a) A supporting element designed to maintain a fixed position.

b) A supporting element designed to permit free movement due to expansion and
contraction movement.
c) A supporting element designed to exert a force equal to the load as determined by
calculation.
d) Use of a hydraulic cylinder to provide a constant supporting force.

43. Which of the following best describes a resilient support?

a) A supporting element designed to maintain a fixed position.

b) A supporting element designed to permit free movement due to expansion and
contraction movement.
c) A supporting element designed to exert a force equal to the load as determined
by calculation.
d) Use of a hydraulic cylinder to provide a constant supporting force.

44. Which of the following best describes a hanger?

a) A supporting element designed to maintain a fixed position.

b) A supporting element designed to permit free movement due to expansion and
contraction movement.
c) A supporting element designed to exert a force equal to the load as determined by
calculation.
d) Use of a hydraulic cylinder to provide a constant supporting force.
45. What is an integral attachment?

a) Clamps, slings, cradles, U-bolts, etc.

b) Shoes, plates and clips welded or cast onto the pipe.
c) Hangers and chains.
d) All of the above.

46. Is it permissible to install a full area stop valve on the inlet side of a pressure
relieving device?

a) Yes.
b) No.

47. Is it permissible to install a full area stop valve on the discharge side of a
pressure relieving device?

a) No.
b) Yes.
c) Yes, if the pressure relieving device is connected to a common header with other
discharge lines.
d) Yes, if no other pressure relieving devices are present on the system.

48. Which of the following documents governs pressure relieving device set
pressures in accordance with ASME B31.3?

a) ASME B31.1
b) ASME Section VIII Div.1.
c) ASME Section IX.
d) ASME B16.5

49. May unlisted materials be used for pressure containing piping components?

a) No.
b) Yes.
c) Yes, if they conform to a published specification.
d) Yes, if approved by the piping engineer.

50. May unknown materials be used for pressure containing piping components?

a) No.
b) Yes.
c) Yes, if they conform to a published specification.
d) Yes, if approved by the piping engineer.
51. Under which of the following conditions, may reclaimed pipe or other
components be reused?

a) They must be identified as conforming to a listed or published specification.

b) The must be cleaned and inspected to determine minimum wall thickness.
c) They must be free of unacceptable discontinuities.
d) All of the above.

52. What determines the upper temperature limits for listed materials?

a) The maximum temperature for which a stress value or rating is given.

b) API 570
c) API 574
d) ASME Section IX

53. For carbon steels shown in Table A-1 of ASME B31.3, what does the letter
designation mean in the "Min. Temp." column?

a) Material quality.
b) A grade for low temperature performance.
c) The applicable curve in fig. 323.2.2.
d) The service category.

54. Which of the following is the maximum temperature range for ductile iron (except
austenitic)?

a) -20° to 650° F
b) -50° to 650° F
c) -20° to 700° F
d) -50° to 700° F

55. What is the lowest temperature for which austenitic iron may be used per ASME
B31.3?

a) -20° F
b) -50° F
c) -200° F
d) -320° F
56. Which of the following fabrication or repair methods is forbidden for ductile iron
under ASME B31.3?

a) Welding.
b) Brazing.
c) Soldering.
d) Threading.

57. When used within process units, what temperature and pressure limitation apply
to cast iron components?

a) 150° F and 100 psi.

b) 200° F and 100 psi.
c) 250° F and 150 psi.
d) 300° F and 150 psi.

58. What is the maximum pressure permitted on cast iron components when not
located in a process unit?

a) 150 psi.
b) 250 psi.
c) 300 psi.
d) 400 psi.

59. Who is responsible for the welding in constructing piping to ASME B31.3?

a) The owner.
b) The inspector.
c) The welder.
d) The welder's employer.

60. Who is responsible for qualifying the weld procedures used in ASME B31.3
construction?

a) The owner.
b) The inspector.
c) The welder.
d) The welder's employer.

61. Who is responsible for qualifying the welder's or welding operators used in
ASME B31.3 construction?

a) The owner.
b) The inspector.
c) The welder.
d) The welder's employer.

62. In qualifying a WPS to be used for ASME B31.3 construction, what requirement
must be met if the base metal cannot be bent 180° without failure?

a) The material cannot be used per ASME B31.3.

b) The material shall be tensile tested and exhibit at least 15% elongation.
c) The welded specimen must bend to within 5° degrees of the base metal
specimen.
d) Impact testing is required.

63. If consumable inserts are to be used in ASME B31.3 construction, what must be
done?

a) A special procedure must be qualified.

b) Two coupons must be welded and tested with both passing.
c) Two additional bend tests are required.
d) Chemical analysis of the weldment is required.

64. Under the requirements of ASME B31.3, is it permissible for one contractor to
use welding procedure specifications qualified by another organization?

a) Yes, with the inspectors approval.

b) Yes, for P numbers 1, 3, 4 Gr. 1 and 8.
c) Yes, provided the material to be welded is not more than 3/4" thick.
d) All of the above.

65. Under the requirements of ASME B31.3, is it permissible for an employer to allow
a welder to use a WPQ from a previous employer?

a) No.
b) Yes, provided the inspector approves and a copy of the WPQ is maintained.
c) Yes, when permitted by the piping designer.
d) Yes, if a representative of the current employer was present at the qualification test.

66. Which of the following statements regarding filler materials used in ASME B31.3
construction is not correct.

a) Filler metal shall conform to the requirements of ASME Section IX .

b) Filler metals not listed in ASME Section IX may be used if a qualification test is
successfully made and the owner approves.
c) Filler Materials must be of the low hydrogen type.
d) Unlisted filler metals must be identified by trade name or chemical analysis.
67. What is the maximum sulfur content permitted in backing rings used in ASME
B31.3 construction?

a) 5%
b) .5%
c) .05%
d) There is no requirement beyond weldability.

68. Under ASME B31.3, when is the use of non-ferrous or non-metallic backing rings
permitted?

a) When approved by the inspector.

b) When approved by the owner.
c) When approved by the designer.
d) When permitted by ASME Section IX

69. When is the use of consumable inserts permitted under the requirements of
ASME B31.3?

a) They must be of the same composition of the base metal.

b) They must not cause detrimental alloying of the weld.
c) The WPS using them is qualified as required by ASME B31.3, 328.2.
d) All of the above.

70. Which of the following is not required to be removed prior to welding?

a) Paint or oil.
b) Rust or scale.
c) Discoloration from thermal cutting.
d) Oxidized metal from thermal cutting.

71. When preparing component ends for welding how much material may be
removed while fitting up, aligning or installing backing rings?

a) 1/32".
b) 1/64".
c) The remaining thickness must be equal to or greater than the calculated
minimum thickness.
d) 5%.

72. Which of the following would you recommend if two components to be welded
are not properly aligned?

a) Reject the fitup.

b) The weld should be tapered between the components.
c) The components must be machined so that alignment is within .020'.
d) The misaligned areas must be built up by welding and the machined.

73. Which of the following statements regarding branch connections is not true?

a) Branch connections which abutt the run pipe must be contoured for groove welds.
b) Branch connections require full RT.
c) Branch piping inserted into the run piping must at least be flush with the run ID.
d) Openings in the run piping must permit fit up within the limits of the WPS.

74. How must welds be identified to comply with ASME B31.3?

a) The welder must apply his stamp adjacent to the weld.
b) Weld maps must be kept or the welder must apply his stamp adjacent to the
weld.
c) No identification is necessary if the welders are qualified in accordance with ASME
section IX.
d) Welds must be stamped with the date made and the contractors logo.

75. Which of the following statements is not true?

a) Bridge tacks must be tapered prior to being incorporated into the finished weld.
b) Tack welds shall be made with a filler metal equivalent to that used in the root pass.
c) Cracked tack welds must be removed.
d) Tack welds shall be made by a qualified welder.

76. When is peening prohibited under ASME B31.3?

a) On the root pass.

b) On the hot pass.
c) On the final pass.
d) On the root and final pass.

77. The welding sequence and heat treatment is controlled on welding of valves for
what purpose?

a) To minimize heat input for brittle fracture considerations.

b) To preserve the seat tightness of the valve.
c) To prevent angular distortion.
d) To prevent the formation of a heat affected zone.

78. If slip on flanges are to be single welded, where would you require the weld?

a) At the hub to pipe on the ID.

b) At the flange to pipe on the OD.
c) ASME B31.3 required slip flanges to be welded on the ID and OD.
d) Slip flanges are not permitted under ASME B31.3

79. Which of the following statements regarding seal welds is incorrect?

a) Seal welds must be made by a qualified welder.

b) Seal welds must cover all exposed threads.
c) Seal welds may not exceed 1/8" in size.
d) Seal welds are not considered as contributing any strength to the joint.

80. When reinforcing pads and saddles are used which of the following is a
requirement?

a) The pad or saddle must have a good fit to the part.

b) The pad or saddles must be fitted with a vent hole away from the crotch.
c) The weld between the branch and run must be inspected before installing a pad or
saddle.
d) All of the above.

81. Which of the following statements is not true in regards to weld repairs?

a) Weld defects must be removed to sound metal prior to welding.

b) Repair welds must be made by qualified welders.
c) Preheating and PWHT are not required for weld repairs.
d) The cavity to be welded may differ from the contour and dimensions of the original
joint.

82. Below what temperature do the recommendations for preheating in ASME B31.3,
table 330.1.1 became mandatory?

a) 0° F.
b) 32° F.
c) 50° F.
d) -20° F.

83. Where are the preheat requirements given for unlisted materials per ASME
B31.3?

a) In ASME Section II.

b) In ASME Section IX.
c) In the WPS.
d) In the API 574.
84. How large an area must be preheated prior to welding in accordance with ASME
B31.3?

a) 6" beyond the edges of the weld.

b) 3" beyond the edges of the weld.
c) 2" beyond the edges of the weld.
d) 1" beyond the edges of the weld.

85. When making a dissimilar weld requiring preheat, which of the following
temperatures should be applied?

a) The higher of the preheat, for the materials.

b) The lower of the materials for the preheat.
c) 350o F.
d) A or C whichever is greater.

86. What is the minimum required preheat for P number 4 material?

a) 50°F.
b) 149°F.
c) 250°F.
d) 300 °F.

87. Under which of the following conditions is heat treatment required?

a) When required by ASME B31.3 table 331.1.1.

b) When the thickness at any place through a joint at a branch connection is more than
twice the minimum thickness requiring heat treatment.
c) When called for on the WPS.
d) All of the above.

88. In which of the following examples of fillet welds would PWHT be required, per
ASME B31.3?

a) A fillet weld with a ⅝" throat on P1 material.

b) A fillet weld with a ½" throat on P3 material.
c) A fillet weld with a ⅝" throat on P4 material.
d) When welds are made of ferritic materials with a filler metal which does not air harder.
89. When a hardness limit is established for a material in table 331.1.1, what
percentage of PWHT welds must be tested if PWHT was performed in furnace?

a) 10%.
b) 25%.
c) 50%
d) 100%.

90. When a hardness limit is specified for a material in table 331.1.1, what
percentage of welds locally PWHT must be tested?

a) 10%.
b) 25%.
c) 50%.
d) 100%.

91. When dissimilar metals are joined, which hardness limit applies?

a) The higher of the two.

b) The lower of the two.
c) The hardness limits for each material must be met.
d) The base metal hardness must be less.

92. Does ASME B31.3 permit exceptions to the basic requirements for heat
treatment?

a) Yes, with the inspectors approval.

b) Yes, provided the designer proves adequacy.
c) Yes, when requested by the owner.
d) No.

93. When dissimilar metals are joined, which of the following determines the heat
treatment temperature?

a) The lower temperature range for the materials.

b) The higher temperature range for the materials.
c) The average of the specified temperatures.
d) Any of the above as specified by the designer.

94. Which of the following best describes delayed heat treatment?

a) A circumferential hard of the run pipe is heated to the specified temperature.

b) When a pipe spool is heated in overlapping sections in the furnace.
c) When a weld is allowed to cool prior to heat treatment.
d) When a portion of a weld, usually after a repair, is heat treated.

95. Which of the following best describes local heat treatment?

a) A circumferential band of the pipe is heated to the specified temperature.
b) When a pipe spool is heated in overlapping sections in the furnace.
c) When a weld is allowed to cool prior to heat treatment.
d) When a portion of a weld, usually after a repair, is heat treated.

96. Which of the following best describes partial heat treatment?

a) A circumferential band of the pipe is heated to the specified temperature.

b) When a pipe spool is heated in overlapping sections in the furnace.
c) When a weld is allowed to cool prior to heat treatment.
d) When a portion of a weld, usually after a repair, is heat treated.

97. Which of the following is not a "right" of the owners inspector or inspector
delegates?

a) Access to any place where work concerned with the piping installation is being
concerned.
b) The right to audit any examination.
c) The right to review all certifications and records associated with the owners
responsibilities.
d) The right to direct fabrication personnel.

98. Which of the following is not a true statement in regards to the qualifications for
the owners inspector under ASME B31.3?

a) The owners inspector must be employed by the owner, or employee of an engineering

organization.
b) The owners inspection must carry on AWS CWI or Canadian Welding Board
certificate.
c) The owner inspection must have 10 years experience in the design, fabrication or
inspection of piping systems, or equivalent.
d) The owners inspector determines the qualification required for persons he delegates
inspection functions.

99. Who is responsible for performing all of the examinations required by ASME
B31.3 and preparing suitable records of these examinations and tests?

a) The inspector.
b) The manufacturer, fabricator or erector.
c) The person performing the examination.
d) The owner.

100. When joints do not require any examinations as determined by ASME B31.3,
341.4 when is the joint considered accepted?
a) When completed.
b) The joint is not ever accepted unless examined.
c) After being placed in service.
d) After passing the required leak test.

101. For which of the following materials must examinations be performed after
PWHT?

a) P-Nos 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 34.

b) P-Nos 3, 4, 5.
c) P-Nos 1, 3, 4, 5, 8.
d) P-Nos 1. 3, 4, 5, 8.

102. When an item is found to have one or more defects and is repaired, which of
the following is required?

a) The new work shall be re-examined by the same methods.

b) The new work shall be examined by the same methods.
c) The new work shall be subject to the same criteria as the original work.
d) All of the above.

103. Which of the following best describes progressive sampling for examination?

a) Examining each weld as the work progresses

b) When spot or random examination reveals a defect, selecting 2 more welds for
examination. If either of the 2 welds is rejected 2 more welds are selected. If
either fails, all welds are inspected or replaced for the welder in question.
c) Examining an increasing percentage of a welders work based on the number and type
of defects found.
d) All of the above.

104. Which of the following is not a requirement for visual inspection under ASME
B31.3?

a) At least 50% inspection under ASME B31.3.

b) At least 5% of fabrication.
c) 100% of longitudinal welds unless made in accordance with a listed specification
d) Random examinations during erection to check alignment supports, and cold spring.

105. For normal fluid service, what percentage of welds must be random
radiographed or ultrasonically inspected?

a) 5%.
b) 10%.
c) 25%.
d) 100%.

106. When a circumferential weld with an intersecting longitudinal weld is

examined, how much of the longitudinal weld is to be included?

a) 1".
b) 1.5"
c) 2".
d) 3".

107. When setting the pipe spring in a piping system, which of the following may
not be used to close the gap?

a) Heating in pipe.
b) Use of a winch.
c) Use of a pry bar.
d) None of the above.

108. What is the maximum offset permitted by ASME B31.3 for flange bolt holes?

a) 1/16"
b) 1/8"
c) 3/16"
d) 1/4"

109. What is the maximum number of gaskets which can be used in a flanged
joint?

a) 1.
b) 2.
c) 3.
d) 4.

110. When assembling flare-less and compression tubing joints, where the
manufacturer specified the number of turns of the nut, from what point shall the
turns be counted?

a) Initial engagement with the threads.

b) The point of contact with the tubing or fitting.
c) The point at which the nut becomes finger tight.
d) The point at which 10 in/lbs of torque occur.

111. Which of the following may be substituted for RT or UT on welds in normal

fluid service with the inspector’s approval?
a) There is no acceptable substitute.
b) MT of each weld pass.
c) In process examination.
d) PT and visual inspection of the root.

112. Who must certify that all of the quality control requirements of the code and
design have been carried out?

a) The inspector.
b) The examiner.
c) The owner.
d) The designer.

113. For piping in severe cyclic service, which of the following is subject to 100%
visual inspection?

a) Fabrication.
b) Threaded, bolted and other joints.
c) All piping erection.
d) All of the above.

114. What percentage of welds in severe cyclic service must be radiographed or

ultrasonically inspected?

a) 5%.
b) 10%.
c) 25%.
d) 100%.

115. Is it permissible to substitute in process inspections for RT or UT on severe

cyclic piping?

a) Yes, with the inspectors authorization.

b) Yes, at the owners request.
c) Yes, at the discretion of the engineer.
d) No.

116. What type of inspections, are required for longitudinal welds requiring a joint
efficiency of 90%?

a) RT of a 6" spot in every 50' of weld.

b) RT of a 1’' spot in every 100’' of weld.
c) 100% RT.
d) 5% RT.

117. Who selects or approves of the welds to be spot radiographed?

a) The owner.
b) The inspector.
c) The examiner.
d) The RT technician.

118. When the type, nature or extent of a discontinuity is unknown, which of the
following inspection methods may be used to resolve such doubtful indications?

a) RT.
b) UT.
c) VT.
d) Any acceptable method.

119. What determines the training and experience required for examiners?

a) The owner.
b) The inspector.
c) The needs of the specified examinations.
d) The fabrication.

120. Who is the required to maintain copies of the examiners qualifications and
make them available to the inspector?

a) The fabricator.
b) The examiner.
c) The production personnel.
d) The designer.

121. Procedures for examinations must be:

a) Written.
b) In accordance with ASME Section V.
c) Certified by the employer.
d) All of the above.

122. Which of the following best describes random examination per ASME B31.3?

a) Complete examination of all of a specified item in a designated lot.

b) Complete examination of a percentage of a specified kind of item in a designated
lot.
c) A specified partial examination of each of a specified kind of item in a designated lot.
d) A specified partial examination of a percentage of a kind of item in a designated lot.

123. Which of the following best describes random spot examination?

a) Complete examination of all of a specified item in a designated lot.

b) Complete examination of a percentage of a specified kind of item in a designated lot.
c) A specified partial examination of each of a specified kind of item in a designated lot.
d) A specified partial examination of a percentage of a kind of item in a designated
lot.

124. Which of the following best describes 100% examination?

a) Complete examination of all of a specified item in a designated lot.

b) Complete examination of a percentage of a specified kind of item in a designated lot.
c) A specified partial examination of each of a specified kind of item in a designated lot.
d) A specified partial examination of a percentage of a kind of item in a designated lot.

125. Which of the following best describes spot examination?

a) Complete examination of all of a specified item in a designated lot.

b) Complete examination of a percentage of a specified kind of item in a designated lot.
c) A specified partial examination of each of a specified kind of item in a designated
lot.
d) A specified partial examination of a percentage of a kind of item in a designated lot.

126. Visual inspections are to be performed in accordance with which of the

following?

a) ASME Section V article 2.

b) ASME Section V article 5.
c) ASME Section V article 9.
d) ASME Section V article 13.

127. When are records of individual visual inspections required by ASME B31.3?

a) Always.
b) For in process inspections.
c) On severe cyclic piping.
d) For all root passes.

128. To which of the following must magnetic particle be performed, other than for
castings?

a) ASME Section V article 2.

b) ASME Section V article 5.
c) ASME Section V article 7.
d) ASME Section V article 9.
129. Liquid penetrant inspections are to be performed in accordance with which of
the following?

a) ASME Section V article 3.

b) ASME Section V article 4.
c) ASME Section V article 6.
d) ASME Section V article 9.

130. Radiographic inspections, are to be performed on welds in accordance with

which of the following?

a) ASME Section V article 2.

b) ASME Section V article 4.
c) ASME Section V article 5
d) ASME Section V article 7.

131. UT on welds is to be performed in accordance with which of the following?

a) ASME Section V article 2.

b) ASME Section V article 4.
c) ASME Section V article 5.
d) ASME Section V article 7.

132. Which of the following is checked during an in process inspection in

accordance with ASME B31.3?

a) Joint preparation, cleanliness fit up and preheats.

b) Condition of the root pass after cleaning.
c) Slag removal between passes and finished appearance.
d) All of the above.

133. Which of the following piping systems may be service leak tested at the
owners option?

a) Normal fluid service piping.

b) Category D piping.
c) Severe cyclic piping.
d) All of the above.

134. Who decides whether or not a hydrostatic or pneumatic leak test is

impracticable in accordance with ASME B31.3?

a) The inspector.
b) The examiner.
c) The fabricator.
d) The owner.

135. When both hydrostatic and pneumatic testing, are considered impracticable,
what must be done?

a) A gas sniffer test.

b) Full RT of all butt welds and MT or PT of attachments?
c) Permission to waive leak testing must be obtained from the owner.
d) All of the above.

136. What is the maximum stress which may be produced in a piping system
during testing in accordance with ASME B31.3?

a) The ultimate tensile strength.

b) The yield strength.
c) The maximum allowable working stress at the test temperature.
d) The maximum allowable working stress at the design temperature.

137. How long shall a leak test be held in accordance with ASME B31.3?

a) At least 5 minutes.
b) At least 10 minutes.
c) At least 15 minutes.
d) At least 20 minutes.

138. Which of the following is mandatory in regards to leak testing?

a) Leak testing must be performed after any NDE.

b) Leak testing must be performed after visual inspection.
c) Leak testing must be performed after heat treatment.
d) Leak testing must be witnessed by the inspector.

139. Piping subject to external pressure is tested at what internal gage pressure?

a) 1.5 times the external differential pressure.

b) 15 psi.
c) 1.5 times the external differential pressure or 15 psi whichever is greater.
d) 25 psi.

140. When leak testing jacketed piping , what is the test pressure to be based
upon?

a) Internal pressure of the inner pipe.

b) External pressure on the inner pipe.
c) Internal or external, whichever is more critical.
d) The pressure differential.
141. If repairs are made to a pipe spool following leak test, is retesting required
per ASME B31.3?

a) Yes.
b) Yes, unless approved by the inspector.
c) Yes, unless approved by the owner.
d) No.

142. What must be included in the records in regards to leak testing piping?

a) The date of the test and piping system identification.

b) The test fluid and pressure.
c) Certification of results by the examiner.
d) All of the above.

143. May test records be disposed of following test completion?

a) Yes.
b) Yes, with the owners consent.
c) Yes, if the inspector certifies the required testing has been performed.
d) No.

144. Which of the following is not permitted when leak testing insulated piping?

a) Welds must be left uninsulated for inspection.

b) Welds may be primed and painted.
c) welds may be insulated if previously tested.
d) None of the above.

145. What is the test pressure required in ASME B31.3 for self restrained
expansion joints?

a) The required test pressure for the piping.

b) 150% of the design pressure.
c) The lesser of the piping test pressure or 150% of the design pressure.
d) The greater of the piping test pressure or 150% of the design pressure.

146. What is the maximum test pressure for a metallic bellow expansion joint?

a) The piping test pressure.

b) The shop test pressure.
c) 150% of the design pressure.
d) The system operations pressure.
147. When flammable liquids are used for hydrostatic testing, what is the minimum
flash point per ASME B31.3?

a) 70° F
b) 120° F
c) 150° F
d) 212° F

148. When the owner elects to have the piping tested with the pressure vessels in
the system, what test pressure is required?

a) The piping may be tested with the pressure vessels if the piping test pressure is less
than or equal to the vessel test pressure.
b) When the piping test pressure exceeds the vessel test pressure, they may be tested
together if the vessel pressure is at least 77% of the piping test pressure.
c) 1.5 times the design pressure.
d) a or b.

149. When pneumatic testing at pressure must the pressure relief device be set?

a) The test pressure.

b) The test pressure plus 10%.
c) The test pressure plus 50 psi.
d) The test pressure plus the lesser of 10% or 50 psi.

150. What is the pneumatic test pressure?

a) The design pressure.

b) 110% of the design pressure.
c) 150% of the design pressure.
d) 125% of the design pressure.

151. When pneumatic testing, at what pressure is the preliminary inspection

made?

a) 50% of the test pressure or 25 psi, whatever is less.

b) 25% of the test pressure or 50 psi, whatever is less.
c) 25 psi.
d) 50 psi.

152. At what pressure is a sensitive leak test conducted?

a) The lessor of 15 psi or 25% of the test pressure.

b) 25% of the test pressure or 50 psi, whatever is less.
c) 25 psi.
d) 50 psi.
153. How long shall records of examination procedures and examination
personnel qualifications be kept, following the completion of the project?

a) 3 years.
b) 5 years.
c) 7 years.
d) 10 years.

154. When are extended bonnet valves recommended?

a) When it is necessary to establish a temperature differential between the fluid and

valve packing.
b) To decrease seating effort.
c) To enforce seat tightness.
d) To make the valve more accessible.

155. Why would a slip flange be vented?

a) To provide for an air test.

b) To relieve any pressure buildup due to leakage of the inner weld.
c) To alert plant personnel to the failure of the inner weld.
d) All of the above.

156. Raised faced flanges are typically used:

a) With gasket materials not subject to cold flow at higher temperatures and
pressures.
b) With gasket materials subject to cold flow at low temperatures or vacuum at moderate
1. temperatures.
c) Without gaskets for metal to metal sealing out high pressure and temperatures.
d) a and c.

157. Flat faced flanges are typically used:

a) With gasket materials not subject to cold flow at higher temperatures and pressures.
b) With gasket materials subject to cold flow at low temperatures or vacuum at
moderate temperatures.
c) Without gaskets for metal to metal sealing out high pressure and temperatures.
d) a and c.

158. Which of the following is recommended by ASME B31.3 when block valves
are used to isolate pressure relieving devices from the piping system?

a) An authorized person should be stationed at the valve.

b) A pressure gage should be visible and a means of reliving any excess pressure should
be available.
c) The block valve should be locked or sealed in the open position when unattended.
d) All of the above.

159. Which of the following organizations provides information on materials

performance in corrosive environments?

a) ASME.
b) API.
c) NACE.
d) AWS.

160. Cast, Malleable, and high silicon iron are noted for which of the following?

a) Lack of ductility and sensitivity to shock.

b) Ductility and strength.
c) Hardness and toughness.
d) Ductility and toughness.

161. Which of the following is true in regards to carbon steel?

a) The possibility of embrittlement when exposed to strong alkaline or caustic fluids.

b) The possibility of damage due to hydrogen at elevated temperatures.
c) The possibility of stress corrosion cracking when exposed to cyanides, acids, acid
salts, or wet H2S.
d) All of the above.

162. Above which of the following temperatures does carbide become graphite
(graphitization) in carbon and low alloy steels?

a) 500° F.
b) 600° F.
c) 700° F.
d) 800° F.

163. At what temperature does sensitization occur in austenitic steels?

a) 800° F-1600° F.
b) 400° F -1200° F.
c) 900° F -1200° F.
d) 1600° F -1800° F.

164. What may occur if heat treatments are performed with long holding times at
higher temperatures?

a) Increased tensile strength.

b) Reduced ductility.
c) Reduced tensile strength.
d) Brittleness.