CTE Tools and Equipment Flashcards
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When should a hand tool be removed from service and tagged out?
Answer: When it shows visible damage, wear, or defects that could cause injury or errors
Damaged tools must be immediately removed from service because defects such as cracked handles, worn edges, or broken guards create serious injury risks.
A CTE professional needs to measure the inside diameter of a bore to 0.001-inch precision. Which tool is most appropriate?
Answer: Inside micrometer or bore gauge
An inside micrometer or bore gauge provides the precision required to measure internal diameters to thousandths of an inch.
What is the primary advantage of using a laser alignment tool over a straight-edge for shaft alignment?
Answer: It provides precise, real-time angular and offset alignment data with minimal human error
Laser alignment systems use light beams and sensors to deliver highly accurate alignment readings, reducing measurement error and adjustment time compared to manual methods.
What information should a tool inventory record contain for proper asset management?
Answer: Tool ID, description, calibration date, next calibration due, and condition status
A complete tool inventory record tracks identification, calibration status, and condition to ensure tools are fit for use and calibrations are not overdue.
Which type of wrench provides the best protection against rounding off fastener heads when high torque is applied?
Answer: Box-end (closed-end) wrench
Box-end wrenches surround all sides of the fastener head, distributing force evenly and reducing the risk of slipping or rounding compared to open-end designs.
In a hydraulic system, what is the function of a pressure relief valve?
Answer: To limit system pressure and protect components from over-pressurization
A pressure relief valve opens automatically when system pressure exceeds a set limit, diverting fluid to prevent damage to pumps, actuators, and lines.