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STUDY GUIDE EXAM WITH PRACTICE
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS, GRADE
A+
1. One of the significant causes of leaks in underground liquid storage
systems is ____________ ________________ - ANSWER Improper
Installation
2. Written Plans are required to - ANSWER obtain permits, solicit bids,
and provide precise guidance for installers.
3. The plans should - ANSWER Describe the property, identify the size
and location of the tanks, indicate the liquids to be stored and provide
the location of the dispensers and piping.
4. Storage systems discussed in this recommended practice are usually
regulated by - ANSWER Federal, state or local agencies.
5. All owners should ensure that the equipment to be installed meets -
ANSWER applicable regulatory requirements before being installed
6. Consult the local authorities who have jurisdiction in the area before
storage-system plans are - ANSWER finalized or construction is
initiated.
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7. All owners should ensure that the equipment to be installed meets all
applicable regulatory requirements before - ANSWER Being installed.
8. To avoid damage tanks must not be - ANSWER dropped, dragged, or
handled with sharp objects.
9. Tanks must not be dropped, dragged, or handled with sharp objects
to avoid - ANSWER Damage to the tank
10. The only time tanks really should be moved is when - ANSWER for
inspections and testing.
11. If a tanks is damaged at all throughout the moving process it must
be - ANSWER Repaired in accordance with the manufacture's
instructions.
12. The proper way to move a tank is by lifting it, using the - ANSWER
Lift lugs that are installed by the manufacturer.
13. Tanks should be carefully lifted and lowered using - ANSWER Cables
or chains of adequate length.
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14. When two lifting lugs are being used, the angle between the lifting
cable and vertical should be no more than - ANSWER 30 degrees.
15. Stockpile piping materials and equipment in a _____________
_________ on the job site - ANSWER Secure area
16. Confirm adherence to specifications by reporting to the owner about
any - ANSWER detected damage that could result in leakage or
premature corrosion.
17. Pressure test single-walled tanks with _____ to _______ psig air
pressure, soaping all surfaces, seams and fittings while inspecting for
bubbles. - ANSWER 3 to 5
18. Air testing with over ___ psig (3 Psig for 12-Ft. Diameter FRP tanks)
is hazardous and may damage the tank - ANSWER 5 psig
19. Do not air test a tank that has previously contained - ANSWER
flammable or combustible liquids
20. Place ______ barricades at the ends of tanks being tested. -
ANSWER Warning
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21. Avoid tank ends, man-ways, and fittings while the tank is under -
ANSWER Pressure
22. Release pressure in the tank before disconnecting any - ANSWER
gauges or test fittings.
23. Be aware some manufactures do not tighten fittings to allow for
_____________ _____________ during shipping and storage. -
ANSWER Temperature changes
24. True or False: Air tests are inconclusive without soaping and careful
inspection for bubbles? - ANSWER True
25. Tanks gauges must have a scale that will permit detection of small
changes in __________ that might go undetected on gauges with a
___________ _________. - ANSWER Pressure, broader range.
26. Since the best accuracy of gauges is at mid-range, and test pressures
must not exeed 5 psig, use a gauge with a maximum limit of ____ or
______ - ANSWER 10 or 15 psig
27. Check the gauges __________ and _________ before use - ANSWER
operation and accuracy
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U1 UST INSTALLATION/RETROFITTING
STUDY GUIDE EXAM WITH PRACTICE
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS, GRADE
A+
1. One of the significant causes of leaks in underground liquid storage
systems is ____________ ________________ - ANSWER Improper
Installation
2. Written Plans are required to - ANSWER obtain permits, solicit bids,
and provide precise guidance for installers.
3. The plans should - ANSWER Describe the property, identify the size
and location of the tanks, indicate the liquids to be stored and provide
the location of the dispensers and piping.
4. Storage systems discussed in this recommended practice are usually
regulated by - ANSWER Federal, state or local agencies.
5. All owners should ensure that the equipment to be installed meets -
ANSWER applicable regulatory requirements before being installed
6. Consult the local authorities who have jurisdiction in the area before
storage-system plans are - ANSWER finalized or construction is
initiated.
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7. All owners should ensure that the equipment to be installed meets all
applicable regulatory requirements before - ANSWER Being installed.
8. To avoid damage tanks must not be - ANSWER dropped, dragged, or
handled with sharp objects.
9. Tanks must not be dropped, dragged, or handled with sharp objects
to avoid - ANSWER Damage to the tank
10. The only time tanks really should be moved is when - ANSWER for
inspections and testing.
11. If a tanks is damaged at all throughout the moving process it must
be - ANSWER Repaired in accordance with the manufacture's
instructions.
12. The proper way to move a tank is by lifting it, using the - ANSWER
Lift lugs that are installed by the manufacturer.
13. Tanks should be carefully lifted and lowered using - ANSWER Cables
or chains of adequate length.
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14. When two lifting lugs are being used, the angle between the lifting
cable and vertical should be no more than - ANSWER 30 degrees.
15. Stockpile piping materials and equipment in a _____________
_________ on the job site - ANSWER Secure area
16. Confirm adherence to specifications by reporting to the owner about
any - ANSWER detected damage that could result in leakage or
premature corrosion.
17. Pressure test single-walled tanks with _____ to _______ psig air
pressure, soaping all surfaces, seams and fittings while inspecting for
bubbles. - ANSWER 3 to 5
18. Air testing with over ___ psig (3 Psig for 12-Ft. Diameter FRP tanks)
is hazardous and may damage the tank - ANSWER 5 psig
19. Do not air test a tank that has previously contained - ANSWER
flammable or combustible liquids
20. Place ______ barricades at the ends of tanks being tested. -
ANSWER Warning
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21. Avoid tank ends, man-ways, and fittings while the tank is under -
ANSWER Pressure
22. Release pressure in the tank before disconnecting any - ANSWER
gauges or test fittings.
23. Be aware some manufactures do not tighten fittings to allow for
_____________ _____________ during shipping and storage. -
ANSWER Temperature changes
24. True or False: Air tests are inconclusive without soaping and careful
inspection for bubbles? - ANSWER True
25. Tanks gauges must have a scale that will permit detection of small
changes in __________ that might go undetected on gauges with a
___________ _________. - ANSWER Pressure, broader range.
26. Since the best accuracy of gauges is at mid-range, and test pressures
must not exeed 5 psig, use a gauge with a maximum limit of ____ or
______ - ANSWER 10 or 15 psig
27. Check the gauges __________ and _________ before use - ANSWER
operation and accuracy
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