Level 2: Pipeline Facility Concepts Examination

Question 1 of 20

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1. In arctic conditions the scope of the CSA Z662-19 would include pipelines operating with metal temperatures below -70 degrees centigrade.

a. True
b. False

Question 2 of 20

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2. In accordance with the Safety and Loss Management requirements mandated in Section 3 of the CSA Z662-19, a process for the management of resources is required. The process must include:

a. The establishment of competency requirements.
b. A training program that includes a process for evaluating the effectiveness of the training provided and for maintaining training records.
c. Contractor selection and performance monitoring that ensures services are performed in a manner that conforms to the requirements of the safety and loss management system.
d. All of the above.
e. None of the above.

Question 3 of 20

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3. Which of the following elements is not excluded from the scope of the CSA Z662-19:

a. Piping with metal temperatures below -70 degrees centigrade.
b. Piping with metal temperatures above 230 degrees centigrade.
c. Piping beyond the customers meter set.
d. Piping in natural gas extraction plants.

Question 4 of 20

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4. In the CSA Z662-19, an unplanned release of service fluid would best be defined as:

a. A pipeline emergency.
b. A damage incident.
c. A failure incident.
d. An external interference incident.

Question 5 of 20

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5. A management of change process must include:

a. The identification of changes that could affect the safety and loss management system
b. Assigning responsibilities and authorities for the review, approval, and implementation of changes.
c. The documentation and communication of changes to affected parties.
d. The timing of changes.
e. All of the above.
f. None of the above.

Question 6 of 20

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6. The CSA Z662-19 recommends that integrity management programs must include a description of operating company commitment, responsibilities, quantifiable objectives, and methods for:

a. Assessing current political risks.
b. Identifying cost reduction approaches and corrective actions.
c. Implementing the integrity management program.
d. Monitoring changes to regulations.

Question 7 of 20

1 point(s)

7. Under the CSA B51-19 a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tank:

a. Must be welded in accordance with the CSA Z662-19 requirements.
b. Is only permitted to be used at LPG facilities.
c. Is defined as a pressure vessel containing LPG, designed and fabricated in accordance with the CSA B51-19.
d. Must be registered with the local municipality.

Question 8 of 20

1 point(s)

8. A Designated Geographic Area (DGA) requires heightened protection because of the potential increased impact during a pipeline failure to:

a. Surface water bodies.
b. Migratory birds and wildlife.
c. Historical or cultural features.
d. None of the above.

Question 9 of 20

1 point(s)

9. When it has been determined all piping in a compressor station will be in accordance with the ASME B31.3:

a. Z662 NDT is permissible.
b. Z662 pressure calculations can be used.
c. Z662 pressure test times are required.
d. All of the above are acceptable.
e. None of the above are acceptable.

Question 10 of 20

1 point(s)

10. Of the following materials being considered in a design, and based on the text in italics, which material would be restricted to a pressure corresponding to not more than 72% of the specified minimum yield strength of the pipe?

“The design pressure for pipe made to a standard or specification other than CSA Z245.1, API 5L, ASTM A984/A984M, ASTM A1005/A1005M, or ASTM A1024/A1024M shall not exceed the pressure corresponding to 72% of the specified minimum yield strength of the pipe.”

a. ASTM A1005/A1005M
b. CSA Z245.1
c. API 5L
d. ASTM A1037/A1037M

Question 11 of 20

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11. Materials may be removed and subsequently used in a different pipeline system:

a. Never.
b. Providing clauses 5.6.2 to 5.6.4 have been met.
c. Providing an engineering assessment has been conducted.
d. Providing both conditions B and C have been met.

Question 12 of 20

1 point(s)

12. The requirements for construction inspection activities begin:

a. When the materials leave the factory.
b. When the materials arrive on site.
c. When the materials are joined to build the pipeline.
d. When construction is complete.

Question 13 of 20

1 point(s)

13. The qualification of a Z662 WPS includes:

a. Destructive test.
b. Non-Destructive test.
c. Visual Inspection.
d. All of the Above.

Question 14 of 20

1 point(s)

14. A pressure-testing plan shall address the safety of the public and the personnel conducting the testing. The testing plan shall also consider:

a. Pressure being used.
b. Pressure test medium being used.
c. The consequences associated with an uncontrolled or controlled depressurization.
d. All of the above.
e. None of the above.

Question 15 of 20

1 point(s)

15. The requirement for a pressure containing pipe design to be registered and obtain a Canadian Registration Number (CRN):

a. Is established by the Company policy.
b. Is established by regulation.
c. Is established by the design engineer.
d. Is established by the CSA Z662-19.
e. None of the above.

Question 16 of 20

1 point(s)

16. Variables to be considered in the establishment of safe working pressures for maintenance on in-service pipelines shall include:

a. Condition of the piping.
b. Ambient weather conditions.
c. Experience of the pipeline workers.
d. All of the above.

Question 17 of 20

1 point(s)

17. CRN number 4321.1234 was first registered in the Province of:

a. British Columbia
b. Alberta
c. Saskatchewan
d. Manitoba
e. Ontario

Question 18 of 20

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18. Annex N contains the guidelines for a Pipeline Integrity Management Program. These guidelines must be used:

a. When adopted by company policy.
b. When adopted by Regulation.
c. When required by a clause in Sections 1 to 16 of the CSA Z662-19.
d. All of the above.
e. None of the above because the annex is informative.

Question 19 of 20

1 point(s)

19. Annex A contains the guidelines for a Pipeline Safety and Loss Management System. The annex requires that contractor services be performed by:

a. A contractor complying with company policy.
b. The contractor with the lowest price for services.
c. A contractor able to work in a safe and environmentally sound manner.
d. Both B and C.
e. Both A and C.

Question 20 of 20

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20. Management shall ensure that the policy for the safety and loss management system:

a. Includes a commitment to comply with requirements and continually improve the effectiveness of the system.
b. Provides a framework for establishing and reviewing objectives.
c. Is communicated and understood.
d. Is periodically reviewed for suitability.
e. All of the above.

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