API 1169 Sample Test UPDATED ACTUAL
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
Which of the following equipment may NOT be required for a pressure test? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Internal line up clamps
Before testing begins, a _____________ with explanatory notes and data should be prepared. -
CORRECT ANSWER - Pressure test procedure
The pressure testing of newly constructed liquid pipelines and replaced segments of existing
pipelines should be performed in accordance with: - CORRECT ANSWER - ASME, Code of
Federal Regulations and any other applicable governmental regulations.
Before the actual line filling operation, it is advisable to run a ___________ in an effort to
identify geometric abnormalities that may exist in the line prior to the test. - CORRECT
ANSWER - Sizing pig, caliper or deformation tool
Personnel conducting a pressure test should keep: - CORRECT ANSWER - Complete record
of the test, including details of the test operation and events such as weather variations, test
failures, bleed offs, repressurizations, and so forth
According to API 1169, an inspector is an individual qualified to monitor, assess, evaluate,
verify, discuss, decide, resolve, report, and document pipeline construction activities to ensure
the requirements of the design, drawings, specifications, regulations, and industry practices are
being met safely, efficiently, and in an environmentally sound manner - CORRECT
ANSWER - True
Quality assurance includes those activities focused on providing confidence that quality
requirements are considered fulfilled - CORRECT ANSWER - True
Inspectors are not empowered and expected to shut down any work on the basis of, but not
limited to situations or activities that have occurred, are occurring, or may occur that could result
in: - CORRECT ANSWER - Work schedule of the contractor
, Inspection personnel are expected to interact with representatives of newspapers, TV, or other
media seeking information - CORRECT ANSWER - False
Inspectors should evaluate the following areas to avoid incidents and raise awareness of hazards,
except: - CORRECT ANSWER - Traffic congestion
Inspectors should evaluate the following areas to avoid incidents and raise awareness of hazards
at: - CORRECT ANSWER - Job site, site specific hazards, climatic of other work condition
hazards
According to API, calibration is a comparison to a standard of known accuracy and making any
needed adjustments - CORRECT ANSWER - True
Person or group of people who directs and controls all or part of a facility, location, department,
or other function; has the fiscal responsibility for the organization, and is accountable for
ensuring compliance with legal and other applicable requirements is known as: - CORRECT
ANSWER - Management
Regarding training and awareness, the organization shall: - CORRECT ANSWER - 1. Provide
for quality management system training and job training AND
2. Maintain appropriate records of education, training, skills, and experience
The quality management system documentation shall include the following, except for: -
CORRECT ANSWER - All federally required processes regarding the project at hand
Regarding design and development review, at suitable stages, review(s) shall be performed: -
CORRECT ANSWER - 1. To evaluate the suitability, adequacy, and effectiveness of the
results of design and development stages to meet specified requirements AND
2. To identify any problems and propose necessary actions
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
Which of the following equipment may NOT be required for a pressure test? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Internal line up clamps
Before testing begins, a _____________ with explanatory notes and data should be prepared. -
CORRECT ANSWER - Pressure test procedure
The pressure testing of newly constructed liquid pipelines and replaced segments of existing
pipelines should be performed in accordance with: - CORRECT ANSWER - ASME, Code of
Federal Regulations and any other applicable governmental regulations.
Before the actual line filling operation, it is advisable to run a ___________ in an effort to
identify geometric abnormalities that may exist in the line prior to the test. - CORRECT
ANSWER - Sizing pig, caliper or deformation tool
Personnel conducting a pressure test should keep: - CORRECT ANSWER - Complete record
of the test, including details of the test operation and events such as weather variations, test
failures, bleed offs, repressurizations, and so forth
According to API 1169, an inspector is an individual qualified to monitor, assess, evaluate,
verify, discuss, decide, resolve, report, and document pipeline construction activities to ensure
the requirements of the design, drawings, specifications, regulations, and industry practices are
being met safely, efficiently, and in an environmentally sound manner - CORRECT
ANSWER - True
Quality assurance includes those activities focused on providing confidence that quality
requirements are considered fulfilled - CORRECT ANSWER - True
Inspectors are not empowered and expected to shut down any work on the basis of, but not
limited to situations or activities that have occurred, are occurring, or may occur that could result
in: - CORRECT ANSWER - Work schedule of the contractor
, Inspection personnel are expected to interact with representatives of newspapers, TV, or other
media seeking information - CORRECT ANSWER - False
Inspectors should evaluate the following areas to avoid incidents and raise awareness of hazards,
except: - CORRECT ANSWER - Traffic congestion
Inspectors should evaluate the following areas to avoid incidents and raise awareness of hazards
at: - CORRECT ANSWER - Job site, site specific hazards, climatic of other work condition
hazards
According to API, calibration is a comparison to a standard of known accuracy and making any
needed adjustments - CORRECT ANSWER - True
Person or group of people who directs and controls all or part of a facility, location, department,
or other function; has the fiscal responsibility for the organization, and is accountable for
ensuring compliance with legal and other applicable requirements is known as: - CORRECT
ANSWER - Management
Regarding training and awareness, the organization shall: - CORRECT ANSWER - 1. Provide
for quality management system training and job training AND
2. Maintain appropriate records of education, training, skills, and experience
The quality management system documentation shall include the following, except for: -
CORRECT ANSWER - All federally required processes regarding the project at hand
Regarding design and development review, at suitable stages, review(s) shall be performed: -
CORRECT ANSWER - 1. To evaluate the suitability, adequacy, and effectiveness of the
results of design and development stages to meet specified requirements AND
2. To identify any problems and propose necessary actions
