Q&A Flashcards
Migratory bird permit window is for 30 days. The construction company is running late and window needs to be extended by 5 days, what would inspector do?
A- Have a change of scope
B- Have company contact Regulatory Agency
C- Replace Construction company
Have company contact Regulatory Agency
GOOD practice for migratory birds nesting in ROW, which are correct except?
Look for obvious answer that does not apply like “Move Nests”, etc…
A HHD INSPECTOR SHOULD BE Knowlegdeble IN THE FOLLOWING EXPECT ?
Look for obvious answer that does not apply (terrain, width)
4) What are the color markings for gas, petroleum lines?
A-Yellow
B-Blue
C-Red
A-Yellow
How would the following distance be shown in stationing 10,000 feet?
A- 100+00
B- 10,000
C- 100.00
100+00
What is the color marking for electrical lines?
A-Pink
B-Red
C- Yellow
Red
Why is the excavation dimensions checked prior to the installation of the pipeline?
To ensure the pipeline fits within the ditch.
All of the following are reasons to remove a fabric sling, EXCEPT?
A. When the sling gets wet or muddy
B. When sling has knots
C. When sling is burnt or chard
D. When sling is torn.
A - When the sling gets wet or muddy
All of the following information is recorded when the HDD is traveling deeper in depth,
EXCEPT?
A. Azimuth
B. Start/entry point
C. End point
D. Angle of entry
E. Length
F. Terrain
F - Terrain
0) All of the following items are inspected prior to the HDD work operations, EXCEPT?
A. Welding
B. Coating
C. Azimuth
D. Rock shiel
D. Rock shiel
Which of the following items would cause an increase of cover over the pipe?
A. Pipeline traveling under a nation’s forest.
B. Pipeline traveling through farm fields
C. Pipeline traveling adjacent to a private residence
D. Pipeline traveling under a roadway
No pipeline may be located within 50 feet (15 meter) of any private dwelling, or any industrial
building or place of public assembly in which persons work, congregate, or assemble, unless it is
provided with at least 12 inches (305 millimeters) of cover in addition to that prescribed in
195.248.
Which of the following is latitude coordinates?
A. 29.1727636
B. 138.119344
A. 29.1727636
Where would the water barrier would be installed when a pipeline is traveling through a marsh/wet land?
A- Middle of the Marsh/Wet Land
B- At the Edge of the Marsh/Wet Land
C- Above the Marsh/Wet Land
At the edge of the marsh/wet land.
What is considered part of the environmental protection plan?
A. Silt fence
B. Rate of water discharging
A. Silt fence
What guidelines are used when crossing a water way?
A. Environmental inspector direction.
B. The permit and the local regulations
B. The permit and the local regulations
) What is the maximum miter that a pipeline can have?
A. 3 degrees
B. 2.5 degrees
C. 2 degrees
A. 3 degrees
What inspection tool can detect corrosion dents?
A. Liquid penetrate
B. In line inspection
C. MT.
B. In line inspection
What is the minimum coverage for a pipeline traveling under a water wat?
A-24”
B-48”
C-16”
48 inches
Crossing of inland bodies of water with a width of at least 100 feet (30 millimeters)
from high water mark to high water mark / 48” cover.
What is the minimum height for hand rails for fall protection?
A- 36 IN
B- 18 IN
C- 24 IN
36 inches
The “right of way” is by defined as what?
A. Land that the owner and the operator both have a legal interest in.
What is the minimum distance for personnel to be positioned during a hydro test?
A- 100 ft away
B- 50 ft away
C- 25 ft away
100 feet away
) All of the following require a what, Confined space, hot work, blasting?
A. Permit
B. Sign
C. Attendant
A- PERMIT
What is required during entry into a confined space for notification to other personnel?
A. Sign
B. Attendant
B- ATTENDANNT
) What cannot be used as means of egress?
A. Ladder
B. Ramp
C. Slope
D. Shoring box
D- SHORING BOX
What is the purpose of erosion control devices?
A. Agriculture
B. To protect fish and wild life.
B. To protect fish and wild life.
What is required of a worker when on scaffolding prior to the start of work?
A Fall protection
B Supervisor
C Permit
Fall protection
All is included in restoration, EXCEPT?
A. Removal of access roads
B. Compaction in agricultural areas
C. Placement of line markers
B. Compaction in agricultural areas
Agriculture soil compaction can impair water infiltration into soil, crop emergence, root
penetration and crop nutrient and water uptake, all of which result in depressed crop yield.
) What is a form of permanent erosion control?
A. Silt fence and straw wattle
B. Dikes or berms
C. Hay bales
B. Dikes or berms
Where can you find the route of the trench line?
A. Line list
B. Alignment sheet
B. Alignment sheet
When pulling source water for a hydro test which of the following must be followed?
A. Permit from the local agency
B. Filtration to 10 microns
A. Permit from the local agency
What should an inspector do after a heavy rain?
A-Check diversion devices, silt fences, etc.
B- Let it dry out
C- Cancel Work
Check diversion devices, silt fences, etc.
How would 293’ be shown in a survey?
A- 2+93
B- 293
C- 2-93
D- #293
A- 2+93
How would 10,500’ be shown in a survey?
A- #105+00
B- 105+00
C- 10-500
D- 105-00
B- 105+00
Where would you find specific instructions between the landowner and the pipeline owner regarding the ROW?
A Down Lists
B Line Lists
C Alignment List
LINE LISTS
What information can be found on a survey stake?
Stationing, Direction Change, Additional Ditch Depth, Changes in Wall Thickness
What is the minimum required spacing between new and existing lines?
A- 15”
B- 12”
C- 10”
B- 12”
How does standing water in a ditch impede inspection?
Prevents seeing rocks and debris in bottom of ditch
What should be done to excessively compacted areas?
A Remediation
B Squeeze Through
C Stop all work
Remediation
) What type of cold welding is used to attach CP wires to steel pipe?
A Butweld
B Cadweld
C Cornerweld
Cadweld
How thick should a rock shield be?
A- 15”
B- 12”
C- 20”
D- 10”
B- 12”
Where does an inspector refer to for heat numbers, MTR’s, etc?
A Pipe Tally
B On Machine
C Scope
PIPE TALLY
What should be done before any NDE work is allowed?
Verify NDE certs of personnel / eye exams / procedures, SNT-TC-1A
Pressure test records should contain all of the following EXCEPT?
Look for obvious answer that does not apply “Coating report”, etc
What is an anomaly?
A deviation from norm in pipe, coating, or weld
How long should pressure test records be retained?
A For the life of the facility
B 5 years
C 12 months
For the life of the facility
A__________ test is used to establish the operating pressure limits of a pipe segment and lasts
for ____ hours or longer.
Strength, 4
Why are documents controlled?
To ensure the relevant versions are used
How long should records be maintained?
Minimum of 5 years or as required by the customer; whichever is longer
How is design changes handled?
AFC or IFC Revisions
) A non-conforming product can be used if?
It is accepted under concession by relevant authority and where applicable by customer.
A fire watch is required to stay _____________ after hot work is completed?
30 minutes
Why is a face shield required when grinding, in addition to safety glasses?
A. Because safety glasses could slip leaving the eyes unprotected.
B. Because the face and neck need protecting as well
B. Because the face and neck need protecting as well
How should workers welding and near welding be protected?
By a flame resistant screen
Which of the following is NOT required when sandblasting?
Look for obvious answer that does not apply (x-ray crew)
Prior to welding or cutting; what should be done?
Remove all combustible material
What is the minimum radius of a 12” pipe when doing a cold bend?
A- 10D
B- 12D
C- 15D
D-18D
D-18D
) What is the maximum diameter reduction in wall thickness when doing an induction bend?
3 %
2 1/2 %
4 %
51/2 %
2 ½%
) ROW should be restored to _____________ after completion?
As nearly original condition as possible
How should preheat be verified?
Temp crayon or pyro meter
Prior to welding any pipe, components, or related equipment; a _______________ shall be established?
A- scope of work
B Welding Procedure
C- meeting
Welding procedure
) What color is a proposed excavation?
A- WHITE
B- RED
C- YELLOW
D- BLUE
A- WHITE
What color indicates temporary survey markings?
A- WHITE
B- RED
C- YELLOW
D- PINK
D- PINK
What is the recommended crossing clearance between new and existing lines?
A- 24”
B- 12”
C- 15”
D- 6”
A- 24”
What is the minimum distance between personnel and pipe being tested?
A- 75’
B- 50’
C- 100’
D- 120’
C- 100’
All of the following EXCEPT may be included in a crossing plan.
Look for obvious answer that does not apply “Coating report”, etc.
) What type of pipe and fittings should be used for connection of pumps, manifolds, and test
equipment?
A- High pressure
B- Low pressure
A- High pressure
) How dewatering lines should be secured?
A- Tie Downs
B- Bolts
C- Weld
Tie downs
All temporary fill / dewatering piping should be connected with__________.
Welded / screwed joints
What is non-conformity?
Failure to comply with requirements.
Define confined space.
Dangerous or potentially dangerous work area, with only restricted openings for entry and exit,
that would make an emergency escape difficult.
Define corrective action.
Identification and elimination of the causes of a problem, thus preventing their recurrence.
Who is the only person authorized to remove a lock from a LOTO?
The person that put it on
Prior to using a respirator; what has to be done?
A- FIT TEST
B- IT FITS YOU
C- IT IS CLEAN
D- IT IS OKAY TO NOT USE ONE
A- FIT TEST
What is the minimum oxygen allowed in a confined space?
A- 19.5%
B- 15.3%
C- 25.0%
A- 19.5%
Which of the following are not required to enter a confined space?
Look for obvious answer that does not apply (Dead weights, Survey meter, Line List)
How often rigging equipment should be inspected?
A- After using equipment
B- Prior to each use
C- At the end of the day
D- At the beginning of the day
B- Prior to each use
What is the maximum handrail height for a scaffold?
A- 45”
B- 25”
C- 15”
A- 45”
Cohesive soil with an unconfined compressive strength of >.5 TSF but <1.5 TSF is a Type_____
soil?
A- Type A
B- Type B
C- Type C
Type B
What is the maximum lateral travel to a point of egress in an excavation?
A-10’
B-20’
C-30’
D-25’
D-25’
What is the minimum distance of a spoil pile from the edge of the excavation?
A- 2”
B- 5”
C- 10’
A- 2”
What is the maximum height someone can work without fall protection?
A- 6”
B- 12”
C- 18’
D- 10”
A- 6”
What is considered an oxygen enriched environment?
A- Above 23.5%
B- Below 23.5%
A- Above 23.5%
What is the minimum distance a scaffold can be from a 300V / 50KV power line?
A- 15 FT
B -10 FT
C- 25 FT
B- 10 FT
Note: Above 50KV is 15 FT
Which of the following would be a consideration in an excavation that has been exposed to the
weather?
Groundwater seeping into the excavation
How long after written notice of a violation does the owner have t respond?
A- 30 days
B- 15 days
C- 2 months
A-30 days
All of the following EXCEPT are methods of spill controls?
Look for obvious answer that does not apply
What is the minimum requirement for NDE?
A- 15% per welder per day
B- 10% per welder per day
C- 20% per welder per day
B- 10% per welder per day
What does NPDES stand for?
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
What is the maximum wall loss allowed by a defect?
A- 15%
B- 10%
C- 25%
B- 10%
What is the minimum cover over a buried pipeline?
A- 18”
B- 24”
C- 36”
C- 36”
What is a holiday?
A break or void in the coating
Would you surface compact in agricultural field?
A- Yes
B- No
B- NO
What would not be on a sweep report?
Look for obvious answer that does not apply “Weather”, etc.
HDD inspectors need to know?
Depth and direction
What does a silt fence do?
Filter water from sediment (silt)
When would you need a hydrovac?
Close to existing facilities (pipeline), pot-holing, locating
What permits for hydrovac are needed?
ONE-CALL
What type of defect are you looking for when jeeping?
Holidays, voids in coating
29 Deg 7 min is?
Latitude
How often should a trench be inspected?
Before each use
What is used to identify a confined space?
A Posted Sign
Who Can be changed with proper documentation?
A- Supervisor
B- Owner/Operator
C- Safety
Owner / Operator
White markings mean what?
A- Excavation
B- Trench
C- Mark on Pipe
Excavation
In the event of a hazardous waste spill, the inspector should?
A- Notify chief
B- Run away
C- Nothing / Ignore and continue working
D- Cover it up
A- Notify Cheif
Who is qualified to verify scaffolding?
Competent person
Depth of water crossings are shown on?
As-built
Pipe bevel specification will be found in?
The welding procedure
A vertical pipe bend is a?
Sag or over bend
The PPE required for coating is found in the?
A- MSDS
B- PDS
C- EMP
A- MSDS
Minimum cover for creek crossings?
A- 24”
B-48”
B- 48”
Before backfilling, coating should be checked for?
Holidays
Placement of pipe during stringing is determined be the?
Alignment sheet
In rocky conditions, how much padding must be placed over the pipe?
A- 6”
B- 12”
C- 18”
B 12”
During dewater after hydrotest, what needs to be done?
Comply with permit
23° 26’ 21” N?
A- Latitude
B- Longitude
Latitude
(look for smaller number, N or S, nothing over 90) – The equator has a latitude of 0°, the
North Pole has a latitude of 90° north (written 90° N or +90°), and the South Pole has a latitude
of 90° south (written 90° S or -90°).
29 Deg 7 min is?
A- Latitude
B- Longitude
Latitude
(look for smaller number, N or S, nothing over 90) – Historically a nautical mile was defined
as the length of one minute of arc along a meridian of a spherical earth.
-122.13457?
A- Latitude
B-Longitude
Longitude
(Look for larger number, + or -) – Longitude is given as an angular measurement ranging from
0° at the Prime Meridian to +180° eastward and -180° westward.
Active excavation area?
Within 25 feet of centerline of existing facilities
What is the spec (maybe mfg.) for line pipe?
API 5L
API 6L
API 10L
API 16L
API 5L
API Specification 5L, defines requirements for pipe made to transport natural gas, oil and water
A trench breaker should go in trench if it has potential to drain wetland?
At the wetland / upland boundary
In regards to bending, longitudinal weld on pipe should be positioned ___________
At neutral part of bend
How should flammable coating be stored
In approved containers or portable tanks
Where would you find specifications for weld bevel
Welding Procedure Specification
What should inspector consider during backfill of trench?
Surface contour
If a weld is to be made in a trench, what size bell hole should be dug?
Welder has proper space to make weld
Prior to hydro-test, all should be notified EXCEPT?
A. Local Enforcement Agencies
B. State and Provincial Enforcement agencies
C. Adjacent pipeline owner / operator
D. Nearby residents
D. Nearby residents
What type of permanent erosion control devices are installed on slopes?
Berms, shallow trenches running perpendicular to slope, water bars, etc.
What should inspector verify prior to placing pipe in trench?
Absence of coating holidays
What PPE should / must employer supply for coating applicator
A. Hand protection, disposable coveralls, respirator as required
B. Disposable gloves and respirator as required
C. Knee pads, disposable gloves and respirator as required
D. Hand protection, disposable coveralls, Self-Contained respirator as required
A. Hand protection, disposable coveralls, respirator as required
Which statement best describes Quality Assurance:
“Written procedures”
What should the inspector record for area with extra trench depth?
Start station, End station, Depth
Why should inspector monitor trenching operation?
To make sure trench is dug to proper depth to allow specified cover
Where would you find requirements for coating PPE?
A- MSDS
B- SDS
C- PDS
A- MSDS
What should be handrail height for temporary elevated walkway?
A- 36”
B- 18”
C- 24”
A- 36”
What best describes inspection reports?
A. Legal docs for proceedings of commercial disputes
B. Documents that demonstrate compliance with specifications
C. 3rd potential answer I can’t remember but seemed the least likely
D. Documents that include procedures and collected data
D. Documents that include procedures and collected data
Minimum cover under a water body?
A- 48”
B- 24”
C- 18”
A- 48”
All are acceptable practices to deal with nesting bird restrictions EXCEPT?
Remove all nests prior to clearing ROW
During a hydro-test, the test pressure should be brought to zero or isolated prior to?
A. Tightening or loosing hose connections
B. Removing recorder chart
C. Installing recorder chart
D. Removing dead weights from instrument
A. Tightening or loosing hose connections
Before obtaining or discharging natural waters for hydro-test, what should be followed?
A. Filter the water to 10 microns
B. Follow the permit, regulations and sampling plan
C. Two others answers that did not seem right
B. Follow the permit, regulations and sampling plan
What is part of an erosion control plan?
“Silt Fence”
What is the most likely type of damage an inspector should look out for during
stringing?
“Scratches to pipe coating or metal”
What document would you use to determine stringing placement?
Alignment Sheet
Where would you find land owner stipulations?
Line list
What is the first thing an inspector should do after a hazardous chemical spill?
A. Contact regulatory agencies
B. Initiate spill mitigation response
C. Contact the Chief Inspector
D. Contact company / owner
C. Contact the Chief Inspector
What is the maximum degree angle beyond which the junction between pipe joints is
considered a miter?
A. 3
B. 2
C. 2.5
D. 1 or 1.5
A. 3
Why is it so important for trench to be dug as per the grade stakes?
So the pipe fits the ditch in a manner that does not cause undue stress on it.
If a valve or fitting leaks or fails during a hydro-test, what should be done?
A. Blow down and repair the valve or fitting
B. Blow down and replace the valve or fitting
C. Two other answers that seemed further off the mark
B. Blow down and replace the valve or fitting
Inspector should verify what, in regards to X-ray Company / crew?
Have license and qualifications / certifications to have and use radioactive source
If a pipe has a dent with a gouge at the bottom of it, what should inspector do?
Measure both the dent and the gouge independently to determine whether either or both
comply with specifications or not
What does “White-Lining” in regards to a one-call ticket mean?
A. Excavation outside the ROW
B. Area to be excavated cannot be determined from locate sheet
C. Excavation area does not require a locate
D. Define the limits of a proposed excavation
D. Define the limits of a proposed excavation
