Job Information Level 1: Lesson 5 Alignment and Measurement

Question 1

A ? is a traditional tool used to align and mark vertical points from top to bottom.
Select one:

a.
compass

b.
plumb bob

c.
protractor

d.
ruler

Answer 1

plumb bob

Question 2

Which of the following is a traditional tool used to measure distance and length of conduit or struts?
Select one:

a.
Bubble vial level

b.
Folding wood ruler

c.
Slide ruler

d.
Tape measure

e.
Both b. and d.

Answer 2

Both b. and d.

Question 3

A(n) ? is a traditional tool used to create a horizontal or vertical line or benchmark.
Select one:

a.
archiscope

b.
bubble vial level

c.
plane

d.
timber

Answer 3

bubble vial level

Question 4

What modern tool replaces a traditional plumb bob?
Select one:

a.
Hammer

b.
Level

c.
Self-leveling point-to-point laser tool

d.
Wrench

Answer 4

Self-leveling point-to-point laser tool

Question 5

Which modern tool replaces a traditional tape measure, especially for measuring long distances?
Select one:

a.
Centimeter

b.
Laser distance meter

c.
Multimeter

d.
Tape measure

Answer 5

Laser distance meter

Question 6

Which of the following modern tools replaces a traditional bubble vial level?
Select one:

a.
Point-to-point level

b.
Ruler

c.
Self-leveling visible line laser level

d.
Yardstick
Incorrect

Answer 6

Self-leveling visible line laser level

Question 7

Which of the following are basic functions for which laser alignment and measurement tools are used?

I. Layout and measurement of materials
II. OSHA required testing of materials
III. Quality control for estimates and installation of materials
IV. Monitor light levels
Select one:

a.
I. and II.

b.
I. and III.

c.
II. and IV.

d.
III. and IV.

Answer 7

I. and III.

Question 8

Which type of laser is best for transferring points from deck to ceiling?
Select one:

a.
Optical transit

b.
Rotary laser

c.
Self-leveling laser

d.
Self-leveling point-to-point laser

Answer 8

Self-leveling point-to-point laser

Question 9

Of the options listed, which type of laser is best for installing anchors for threaded rod when constructing a trapeze platform?
Select one:

a.
Laser distance meter

b.
Optical transit

c.
Rotary laser

d.
Point-to-point self-leveling laser

Answer 9

Point-to-point self-leveling laser

Question 10

Which type of laser is best for aligning recessed outlet boxes and fixtures?
Select one:

a.
Adjustable laser

b.
Laser distance meter

c.
Self-leveling point-to-point laser

d.
Self-leveling visible line laser

Answer 10

Self-leveling visible line laser

Question 11

For longer alignment tasks indoors or for outside layout applications, what type of laser is recommended?
Select one:

a.
Laser distance meter

b.
Self-leveling laser level

c.
Self-leveling point-to-point laser

d.
Self-leveling rotary laser

Answer 11

Self-leveling rotary laser

Question 12

Which type of laser is best for adjusting heights of multiple ceiling fixtures?
Select one:

a.
Laser distance meter

b.
Optical transit

c.
Self-leveling point-to-point laser

d.
Self-leveling visible line laser

Answer 12

Self-leveling visible line laser

Question 13

Which type of laser is best for measuring heights from floor to ceiling?
Select one:

a.
Laser distance measurement tool

b.
Rotary laser

c.
Self-leveling point-to-point laser

d.
Self-leveling visible line laser

Answer 13

Laser distance measurement tool

Question 14

Which of the following are benefits of using laser tools on a commercial job site?

I. Faster layout of materials
II. Friendly employees
III. Improved labor costs and efficiencies
IV. Improved quality of completed job
V. Less risk of splinters
Select one:

a.
I., II., III., V.

b.
I., II., IV.

c.
I., III., IV.

d.
I., III., IV., V.

Answer 14

I., III., IV.

Question 15

What layout tool would save a worker time when configuring multiple canned lights in a church ceiling?
Select one:

a.
Paper and pen

b.
Plumb bob

c.
Point-to-point laser tool

d.
Yardstick

Answer 15

Point-to-point laser tool

Question 16

Because a laser tool emits visible points and lines, which jobsite environment would limit their value?
Select one:

a.
Commercial high rise construction

b.
Open-air sunlight construction site

c.
Residential new construction

d.
Well-water station

Answer 16

Open-air sunlight construction site

Question 17

Laser tools are rated by the federal government for safety on the job site. What is the safest class of construction laser?
Select one:

a.
Class I

b.
Class II

c.
Class III

d.
Class IV

Answer 17

Class II

Question 18

Laser tools emit concentrated, bright laser points and lines. Which of the following are jobsite safety tips for lasers?

I. Never look directly into any laser.
II. Do not cook food with a laser.
III. Position the laser to avoid flashing other workers.
IV. Shut off laser when not in use.
Select one:

a.
I., IV.

b.
I., II., III.

c.
I., III., IV.

d.
III., IV.

Answer 18

I., III., IV.

Question 19

Maintenance and care of laser tools should include which of the following practices?

I. Avoid allowing batteries to corrode inside the laser compartment.
II. Avoid getting the laser wet.
III. Avoid severe drops of the laser.
IV. Periodically check calibration to factory specifications.
Select one:

a.
I. and II.

b.
II., III., and IV.

c.
I., II., and III.

d.
I. and IV.

Answer 19

I., II., and III.

Question 20

Laser tools can be a significant investment for the electrical or general contractor. Which of the following are good tips to protect the investment?

I. Attach your laser tool with a retractor to your tool belt.
II. Label or mark the contractor’s name on the laser.
III. Put a GPS tracker on your laser tool.
IV. Secure the laser tool in a safe place when not in use.
V. Think twice before loaning your laser tool to a stranger on the job site.
Select one:

a.
I., II., III.

b.
I., IV., V.

c.
III., IV., V.

d.
II., IV., V.

Answer 20

II., IV., V.