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1. Flame cleaning is a method of removing:
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a. Paint coatings
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b. Lichen
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c. Mould
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d. Rust
Question 2
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2. Which of the following would be the most likely cause of saponification?
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a. Applying emulsion paint to an alkaline surface
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b. Applying latex paint to an alkaline surface
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c. Applying oil-based eggshell to an alkaline surface
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d. Applying adhesives to an alkaline surface
Question 3
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3. Painted timber surfaces should be abraded:
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a. With the grain
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b. Against the grain
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c. Wet
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d. None of the above
Question 4
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4. What is the name of the defect formed on the surface during the production of steel?
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a. Mildew
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b. Rust
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c. Mill scale
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d. Sulphate
Question 5
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5. Which of the following does not contribute to corrosion?
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a. Water
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b. Oxygen
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c. Heat
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d. Metal
Question 6
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6. Which of the following primers is not suitable for use on metal surfaces?
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a. ARP
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b. Zinc phosphate
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c. MIO
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d. Etch primer
Question 7
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7. The most suitable method of protecting a floor when removing wallpaper using a steam stripper would be:
Question 8
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8. Which one of the following should not be used in a damp atmosphere?
Question 9
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9. A water-based paint applied over silicone bathroom sealant is most likely to result in the defect known as:
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a. Crazing
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b. Flashing
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c. Orange peel
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d. Cissing
Question 10
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10. ARP would be best suited as a primer coat for:
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a. Plaster surfaces to be papered
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b. Plaster surfaces to be finished in an oil paint
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c. Plaster surfaces to receive a textured finish
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d. Plaster surfaces to be finished in matt emulsion
Question 11
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11. Which of the following metals requires priming immediately after preparation?
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a. Zinc
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b. Steel
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c. Lead
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d. Galvanised steel
Question 12
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12. Nail heads protruding from the surface of softwood architraves and skirting boards should be:
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a. Punched below the surface, filled and knotted
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b. Punched below the surface, primed and filled
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c. Punched level with the surface, stopped up and primed
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d. Punched below the surface, knotted and filled
Question 13
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13. Paint coatings should be completely removed if showing signs of which two defects:
Question 14
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14. Painted surfaces can often be affected by mould growths, especially if exposed to which one of the following conditions?
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a. Dark areas
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b. Humidity
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c. Warmth
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d. Frost
Question 15
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15. The use of an electrical orbital sander at work is covered by which regulations?
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a. PUWER
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b. COSHH
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c. RIDDOR
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d. ROSPA
Question 16
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16. Which one of the following statements is correct
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a. Timber is seasoned to prevent resin exudation
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b. Timber is seasoned to prevent discoloration
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c. Timber is seasoned to prevent insect infestation
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d. Timber is seasoned to prevent warping
Question 17
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17. Which two substances can be used to seal knots in timber?
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a. Shellac and methylated spirit
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b. ARP and shellac
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c. Shellac and aluminium wood primer
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d. Universal primer and shellac
Question 18
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18. Which one of the following is not a cause of bittiness in a finished paint coating?
Question 19
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19. State the best method of removing contract vinyl wall coverings from a stairwell.
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a. Steam stripper and stepladders
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b. Scaffold, dry stripping and wetting in
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c. Scaffold and steam stripper
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d. Ladder, scoring and wetting in
Question 20
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20. Which of the following abrasives contains bauxite?
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a. Tungsten carbide
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b. Garnet paper
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c. Aluminium oxide
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d. Silicone carbide