Dmn 4/ Lvl 3 Flashcards by John Kruse

Time-planned or scheduled maintenance:

A. Is cost effective because of the higher skill requirements.
B. Is ineffective because it can be performed by lower skill personnel.
C. Is ineffective because one can’t schedule/ predict equipment failures.
D. Can be planned when production line/ materials/ personnel are available.

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Which of the following protection techniques is acceptable for equipment located in? a Class I Division 1 (Zone 0 or Zone 1) area?

A. Explosion-proof apparatus and nonincentive equipment
B. Explosion-proof apparatus and intrinsic safety
C. Dust ignition-proof and nonincendive equipment
D. Hermetically sealed and intrinsic safety

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A diagram that shows all electrical devices and wiring details specific to a particular physical loop is commonly referred to as a(n)_________diagram.

A. Arrangement
B. Termination
c. Schematic
D. Loop

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During the design freeze phase of the project (development, deployment, operations, and maintenance) while there are only three valid reasons to violate the design freeze, select the one below that IS NOT a valid reason:

A. it won’t work, and Plan B will work
B. it will work but it is not a safe operation
C. Plan B turns out to be somewhat better
D. suggested change will give a 1000% return

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An advantage in the use of a digital multimeter is that industry compliant meters will have a(n)

A. Built-in current transformer for isolation
B. Volts full scale calibration characteristic
C. Optional pressure measurement module
D. Input impedance greater than 10 MegOhm

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What is the purpose of an “as-built” drawing?

A. to define the as-installed system document
B. to correct current as-maintained document
C. to validate all red-lines post site acceptance
D. provide contractor validation for payment task

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where is the surge controller located?

A. locally near the Flow Transmitter
B. locally near the compressor motor
C. at the primary operator station
D. at an auxiliary operator station

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8 if you wished to add a 4-20 mA temperature transmitter (local) and a temperature indicator in the maintenance shop, how would you modify the PID to show this installation:

A
B
C
D

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what conditions must be satisfied prior to the Pump starting?

A. HS1 = 0, HS2 = 0, LSL6 = 0
B. HS1 = 0, HS2 = 0, LSL6 = 1
C. HS1 = 1, HS2 = 1, LSL6 = 1
D. HS1 = 1, HS2 = 1, LSL6 = 0

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The following documents should be fully developed before a control software program can be developed:

A.	1/0 list	
B.	Interlock Logic	
C.	Sequence logic	
D.	HMI description	
E.	All of the above

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Sequence logic needs to be documented for:

A. Continuous process (example: Distillation Columns)
B. Batch process (example: batch reactor)
C. Discrete process (example: packaging}
D. ln general, any of the above processes

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what is the elevation of pipe CS* 009 entering into vessel R0001?

A. 90’
B. 100’
C. 110’
D. 150’

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There are different forms of networking displays (depending upon the sophistication of the system). One form (although the layout is not standardized but dependent upon vendor and location) will show the interconnections of devices on the network. This is called what kind of map?

A. topology
B. interface
C. memory
D. register

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A globe valve has a pressure recovery factor of 0.81, a butterfly valve has a pressure recovery of 0.60, a ball valve has a pressure recovery factor of 0.62, an eccentric plug valve a pressure recovery factor of 0.78. Which valve will have the least non-recoverable pressure drop?

A. globe
B. butterfly
C. ball
D. eccentric plug

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As-found data should always be recorded when attempting to calibrate an instrument because this data may be used to determine

A. amount of deviation from last calibration
B. magnitude of the Fleming drift ratio
C. calibration task work time total
D. job performance statistics

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You have a product pipeline 23 miles in length. The product is a coating fluid which causes some residual buildup. Which control valve would you select with considerations for maintenance ?

A. eccentric plug valve
B. caged globe valve
C. standard ball valve
D. full ball valve

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29 CPR 1910.119 (1) is the OSHA document requirement for:

A. Safety Information
B. Operating Procedures
C. Management of Change
D. Maintenance Procedures

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What is the function of the PLC logic listed in Figure for Question 18?

A. emergency stop-override
B. rung protection circuit
C. three wire start-stop
D. overload circuit

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What Group and Class instrument will be used in Zone 0 areas of a gasoline storage tank?

A. Group I A
B. Group II A
C. Group II B
D. Group II C

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When using explosion proof housings:

A. Periodic inspections of the housings are not required
B. Not all bolts are required, only sufficient to hold cover on
C. It is not necessary for all cover threads to be fully engaged
D. Interior electrical equipment must be de-energized prior to opening

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Gathering requirements is critical to the success of an automation project because they:

A. Define the purpose, scope, and objectives.
B. Provide a basis for performing calculations.
C. Establish the design and engineering schedule.
D. Determine funding and buy-in from stakeholders.

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In a loo2D system, what does the D stand for?

A. dual
B. drones
C. delegates
D. self-diagnostics

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Which of the following contract types places the PRIMARY risk with the supplier?

A. Unit price
B. Cost plus
C. Fixed price
D. Time and material

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A Bill of Materials for purchase of cable on a project is created by completing a material :

A. Procurement
B. Requisition
C. Inspection
D. Takeoff

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Using Figure for Question 25, the displayed DCS Alarm Summary states that: TIME/TASG NUMBER/ALARM TYPE/ PV STATUS 10:45:32 TT301 LO 33% 10: 45:32 TT302 LO 21% 10: 45:33 FIT234 HI 73% 10:45:33 FT241 LO 18% Figure for Question 25 A. at 10:45:32 TI301 went LO, PV now 21% B. at 10:45:32 TI302 went LO, PV now 21% C. at 10:45:32 'IT301 went HI, PV now 73% D. at 10:45:32 FT241 went LO,PV now 18%

Your company has a policy on Internet use. If this policy is not monitored for compliance, typically the result will be: A. majority compliance with little non-compliance B. few will comply, but how would you ever know C. many will comply and then many won't comply D. absolute compliance, there will be no non-compliance

ACL stands for: A. Authentication Check List B. American Civil Liberties C. Adjacent Cross Listing D. Access Control List

The countermeasures described in ISA-62443-02, Design and Select Countermeasures basically require a _________________for any significant risk. A. firewall B. DSLModem C. 820.11 G Access Point D. ISA Server Version 2.0

Which training style results in the highest retention of learned skills and knowledge's? A. lecture B. hands-on C. discussion D. demonstration

Certification in a technical skill is generally preferable to no certificate because possession of a certificate confers that the individual A. prefers tests to work B. is a really good guesser C. has paid his/her dues in experience D. is knowledgeable in the craft certified

CMM systems are used ensure the availability of personnel, equipment and tools for A. manufacturing operations and manufacturing operations management B. manufacturing operations and non-manufacturing administrative data C. manufacturing operations management and facility management D. manufacturing facility management and administrative data

FAT test plans should A. all encompassing including site acceptance as well B. be limited to one department as representative of facility C. be user group developed and approved by the actual vendor D. challenge the systems to best simulate actual production systems

The primary guiding premise for a project; safety A. is not a necessary project component B. can be relegated to low priority C. can easily be added on D. must be designed in

A risk assessment for safety is performed to determine those areas/ operations/ equipment A. that have a high probability of risk and large consequences B. that have a low probability of risk and small consequences C. that have medium risk and medium consequences D. All of the above actions are in the risk assessment

What groups are responsible for understanding /complying with the site procedures? A. only site employees B. all employees and contractors C. all but contractors on cost plus contracts D.all but employees in site administration group

From the perspective of operations and safety, what is the BEST presentation format for displaying the overall operating strategy of an installation while identifying the critical points? A. P&ID. B. Data Sheet C. Installation Detail D. Controls Schematic

37. There has been a toxic spill; you should advise the technician to first: A. Follow site procedures dealing with toxic substances B. Call his or her supervisor immediately C. Leave the area immediately D. Notify OSHA.

38. A contractor liaison is used for all of the following activities EXCEPT: A. Awarding contract bids B. Interpreting job-related symbols C. Determining who is responsible for performing which work D. Reporting and discrepancies between the drawings and reality

39. Installation , operation, and maintenance manuals may be obtained in any number of ways, EXCEPT A. Shipped as a PDF with the instrument B. Delivered by the vendor's local representative C. Received as part of the engineering start-up package D. Generated on-site by personnel familiar with the instrument

40. You have an instrument package for a modification installed 15 years ago, however is still operable and used. Which document would you use to find the various instruments serial numbers, model numbers, as shipped calibration data, materials of construction, and manufacturer? A. P&ID B. Loop Diagram C. Specification Forms D. Maintenance History

You are giving procedures to an apprentice instrument person. This person is to remove a differential pressure instrument used to measure flow which has seal-pots (liquid seals) on the impulse (sensing) lines. What block valve order do you give the apprentice? (Remember- one way is MORE right than the others) A . close both HI/LO blocks, depressurize the system B. open equalizer, close HI block, then close LO block C. close equalizer, open HI block, then open LO block D. close HI block, open equalizer, then close LO block

42. Specialized field reporting systems are utilized to gather necessary data for field verification of product performance A. Reduce the amount of data and performance information on components and devices B. Provide means of additional data gathering to be used in scheduling C. Are rarely necessary if routine information systems are adequate D. Should be required for all products and all modifications

43. You normally utilize or oversee tracking forms that are used by I&C techs in each instrument handling instance EXCEPT: A . Tagging B. Receiving C. Inspecting D. Calibrating

44. Using the Figure for Question 44, what would be the overall procedure for tuning this loop(s). Step 1 being to notify management/production Step 2 would be to place both loops in MANUAL A. tune secondary first (PID), secondary to auto, tune primary (PID) B. tune primary first (PID), secondary to auto, tune secondary (PID) C. tune secondary first (PI), secondary to auto, tune primary (PI) D. tune primary first (PI), secondary to auto, tune secondary (PI)

Which ISA standard deals with Definitions and Information pertaining to electrical instruments in hazardous (classified) locations A. ANSI/ISA 5.1 B. ANSI/ISA 12.1 C. ANSI/ISA 99.1 D. IEC/ISA 62443

Using the Figure for Question 46, if your severity is measured at a 3.5 and your probability is 4.7, your risk is A. no risk B. low risk C. medium risk D. high risk

47. If the consequences of a risk resulted in an immediately contained release with medical attention required to first responders but no lost time, damages were held to between $2.5K to $lOOK, most industries would classify this as: A. Minor B. Serious C. Severe D. Catastrophic

The ISO 9000 series deals with quality and quality principles. ISO 9001 deals with the: A. fundamentals of quality management systems B. procedures and requirements for electrically classified areas C. environmental concerns using quality management principles D. requirements that organizations wishing to meet the standard have to fulfill

49. Using the Figure for Question 49, what is the diode utilized for? A. used to limit maximum avalanche current B. provides for a current boost through resistor C. ensures that polarity of connections is correct D. maintains a small potential above the I.S. ground

Using Figure for Question 50, what PLC programming method does this figure illustrate? A. machine language B. ladder logic symbolism C. function block diagram D. sequential function chart

Using Figure for Question 51, what PLC programming method does this figure illustrate? A. machine language B. ladder logic symbolism C. function block diagram D. sequential function chart

Using Figure for Question 52, what type of PLC input is this? A. sourcing B. sinking C. analog D. virtual

In order to maintain CCST Level I certification, how many hours of Professional Development Points are needed overall and how many of these must be based on work experience? A. 60 overall, 30 work experience B. 60 overall, 45 work experience C. 90 overall, 30 work experience D. 90 overall, 60 work experience

When writing a test procedure you should ensure which step is performed FIRST? A. Output Wiring Check B. Operational tests C. Visual inspection D. Continuity test

Using the Figure for Question 55, if the TDT 920 must be removed for servicing and it's output is 4-20 rnA 2 wire instrument, what is one of the first safety procedures that must be used (after production/management notification)? A. electrical lock-out/ tag-out B. mechanical lock-out/ tag-out C. block valve pre-lock exercise D. ensure oil is at high pressure

56. A work permit is required -when working on any energized equipment above what voltage (when not superceded by local policy)? A. 25 volts B. 50 volts C. 75 volts D. 100 volts

57. A Category 0/1 PPE requirement can be obtained from the Figure for Question 57, what are the main differences between PPE for Cat 0 and Cat 1 A. Un-rated Long Sleeve Shirt and Leather gloves B. Cotton undergarments and safety glasses (goggles) C. Leather shoes (no arc rating) and hearing protection D. Arc Rated Coveralls (or arc rated 1/s shirt and pants) and face shield

58. Using the Figure for Question 58, the areas where one could have a reasonable expectation of an explosive atmosphere more than 10% of the time would be those areas: A. all of the dike area B. where group X is located C. only surrounding the vent D. vent and outlet piping areas

59. Using Figure on Page 81, at what pressure do you set the instrument zero, Assuming a properly filled system and all SG are 1.0? A. -42" B. -46" c. -122" D. -142"

60. Using the cal sheet below, the last tech that checked this did not make any adjustments as measurements were well within the require % of deviation (+ 0.1%). This indicates that: A. inspection period may be extended B. inspection period should be shortened C. technician should have made some adjustments D. an MOC should be issued to change out the instrument

61. You are newly assigned to a facility. As one of your first tasks your team is asked to remove and decontaminate an instrument from a discontinued line that processed Carbonyl Chloride. Prior to assigning tasks it would be best to review what document? A. MSDS B. MOC-Df C. CFR 1910-199 D. ANSI/ISA 12.1

Using Figure for Question 60, the operator has reported that in the last 24 hours the indicated level is rising, although physical gauges of the tank indicate that the level is unchanged. What could be one cause of this problem? A. measurement leg seal valve off B. reference leg seal valve shut off C. the low side drain valve is leaking D. the high side drain valve is leaking

63. You are asked to write a procedure to use a ModBus simulator over TCP. Assuming you have the correct simulator software, what should be the main goal or your procedure? A. replace the communications system with the simulator B. primarily to note if communications are actually connected C. to determine if the ADU produces the same information as the PDU D. ensure the system components are exercised sufficient to warrant operation

64. Which method of training is most effective (small groups such as an instrument shop) when properly conducted and evaluated? A. top-down, universal, discussion, written evaluation B. master-show then demonstrate, written evaluation C. lecture, computer based response evaluation D. coach-pupil, hands-on practice, evaluation

65. When using an SQL database all of the following will extract specific information from an electronically stored SQL data base EXCEPT: A. Filter B. Query C. Report D. Template

66. What primarily distinguishes a SCADA system from a BPCS? A. Distances between supervisor and field B. Sensors and control devices C. Printers and loggers D. Media used

67. Ethernet has gained widespread utilization in industry because it: A. works B. is cheap C. is simple D. all of above

68. Would a magnetic flow-meter be appropriate to measure the flow of steam condensate to a reservoir? If not, why not? A. generally is turbulent flow B. contains no particulates C. too low viscosity D. non-conductive

69. Another name for supervisory control is: A. set-point control B. override control C. PID control D. Autotune

70. A four wire RTD is employed to: A. in order to unbalance any null occurring B. balance the dynamic to static forces C. allow voting as in reliability 2oo3 D. compensate for lead resistance

71. What is an authenticated wireless access point A. an authorized access point for IT fellows B. an authorized/ identified access point C. an access point maintained by OWS D. one that has a distinct blue glow

72. Until recently, when network proliferation started, an industrial data highway utilized, (typically) which layers of the OSI model? A. 1, 2, and 3 B. 1, 2, and 4 C. 1, 2, and 5 D. 1, 2, and 7

73. When using HDLC which employs a FLAG (01111110) to indicate packet start and end, what methodology is used to prevent flags from occurring naturally in the bit order? A. isosynchronous timing B. run length limiting C. collision detection D. bit-stuffing

74. When using Modbus/TCP the data protocol is divided into two groups, the: A. ADU and PDU B. Binary and Analog C. Preamble and Messaging D. Jabbering and Beaconing

75. ModBus/TCP, Foundation Fieldbus(HSE), and other industrial networking protocols can be physically connected over Ethernet, many also use TCP/IP. Yet they cannot be made compatible even though the networking layers are so, why? A. No identifier in the Type/Length octet B. Ethernet preamble is different C. Different Application layers D. Some use TCP, others UDP