Apprenticeship Exam Apprenticeship Trade Tools and Skills 2

Question 1

Which tool is used to verify that a surface is perfectly horizontal?

Accepted Answer

Spirit level

Answer

A spirit level uses a bubble in a liquid-filled vial to indicate whether a surface is perfectly horizontal (level).

Question 2

What is the correct method for storing lithium-ion battery-powered tools?

Accepted Answer

Store at partial charge in a cool, dry location

Answer

Lithium-ion batteries should be stored at partial charge (around 40–60%) in a cool, dry location to extend battery life.

Question 3

What does a pipe wrench do that a standard open-end wrench cannot?

Accepted Answer

Grips round pipe or tubing using serrated jaws

Answer

A pipe wrench has serrated, adjustable jaws that grip and turn cylindrical pipes and fittings, which smooth-jawed wrenches cannot grip.

Question 4

In which trade is a 'fish tape' most commonly used?

Accepted Answer

Electrical work

Answer

A fish tape is used by electricians to pull wire through conduit and walls.

Question 5

What is the purpose of a chalk line tool?

Accepted Answer

To snap a straight reference line on a surface

Answer

A chalk line is snapped against a surface to leave a straight chalk mark used as a guide for cutting or alignment.

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