Apprenticeship Trade Tools and Skills Flashcards
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Which tool is used to verify that a surface is perfectly horizontal?
Answer: Spirit level
A spirit level uses a bubble in a liquid-filled vial to indicate whether a surface is perfectly horizontal (level).
What is the correct method for storing lithium-ion battery-powered tools?
Answer: Store at partial charge in a cool, dry location
Lithium-ion batteries should be stored at partial charge (around 40–60%) in a cool, dry location to extend battery life.
What does a pipe wrench do that a standard open-end wrench cannot?
Answer: Grips round pipe or tubing using serrated jaws
A pipe wrench has serrated, adjustable jaws that grip and turn cylindrical pipes and fittings, which smooth-jawed wrenches cannot grip.
In which trade is a 'fish tape' most commonly used?
Answer: Electrical work
A fish tape is used by electricians to pull wire through conduit and walls.
What is the purpose of a chalk line tool?
Answer: To snap a straight reference line on a surface
A chalk line is snapped against a surface to leave a straight chalk mark used as a guide for cutting or alignment.
Which of the following is the safest practice when using a grinder?
Answer: Inspect the grinding wheel for cracks before use
Grinding wheels must be inspected for cracks or damage before each use to prevent dangerous wheel failure.