Question 1

1.You are the NACE Inspector on a tank lining project where a 50% solids epoxy tank lining is being
applied. After application of the 19 coat you notice small blisters in some areas of the applied lining.
Your FIRST preferred course of action is to:

Accepted Answer

B. Document the problem and advise the Contractor and Owner's representative

Question 2

2.Dew point is the temperature at which
A. water freezes.
B. humidity decreases
C. condensation occurs.
D. the air is saturated.

Accepted Answer

C. condensation occurs.

Question 3

3.If a contractor is using a poorly maintained compressor to supply air for abrasive blast cleaning and
conventional airspray, the coating inspector should perform a

Accepted Answer

C. blotter test for the presence of oil and water.

Question 4

4.Upon arrival of coating materials, the inspector should

Accepted Answer

B. observe and document the amount of material and batch numbers.

Question 5

5.Relative humidity is

Accepted Answer

A. a measure of the amount of moisture in the air compared to saturation level.

Question 6

6.Galvanic corrosion occurs on which of the following substrates:
A. Concrete
B. Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic
C. Metal
D. Wood

Accepted Answer

C. Metal

Question 7

7.When applying Thermal Spray Coatings the specification is most likely to refence:
A. SSPC PA 2
B. NACE SP 0178
C. NACE SP 0188
D. SSPC-CS 23.00/AWS C2.23/NACE No. 12

Accepted Answer

D. SSPC-CS 23.00/AWS C2.23/NACE No. 12

Question 8

8.What is the minimum recommended distance away from an edge that an inspector should take a
measurement with a dial-type magnetic pull-off Dry Film Thickness (DFT) gauge?

Accepted Answer

B. 2.5 cm (1 inch)

Question 9

9.Polymerization is the process of:
A. Monomers telegraphing
B. Monomers joining together
C. All thermoplastic coatings
D. All organic coatings

Accepted Answer

B. Monomers joining together

Question 10

10.An exposed area of the substrate or previous coat of a conductive coating material, often caused by
poor application technique is called
A. cracking.
B. sagging.
C. holiday.
D. checking.

Accepted Answer

C. holiday.

Question 11

11.Checking is

Accepted Answer

B. a fine crack in the surface of a coating that rarely reaches the substrate

Question 12

12.Inspection documentation is important because:
A. It is the only deliverable item provided by the inspector
B. Owners use the documentation for a variety of purposes
C. a) only
D. a) & b)

Accepted Answer

B. Owners use the documentation for a variety of purposes

Question 13

13.An inspectors personal log book should contain:

Accepted Answer

C. No comments regarding the application team

Question 14

14.You have just received your NACE CIP Level 1 certification when you are asked to supervise a team of
uncertified field pipeline inspectors.

Accepted Answer

D. Review the NACE Attestation prior to making a decision

Question 15

15.Good records can provide maintenance departments with detailed information about ALL of the
following EXCEPT
A. what items were coated.
B. what materials were used.
C. when the coating will be reapplied.
D. how the item was coated.

Accepted Answer

D. how the item was coated.

Question 16

16.Non Conformance Reports are completed by the Inspector:

Accepted Answer

C. When the Inspector and Contractor deem it to be a significant non-conforming item

Question 17

17.The initial steel condition is important to the NACE Inspector because:

Accepted Answer

D. The Inspector may have to reject the Steel

Question 18

18.The form of corrosion that has the largest potential for unexpected catastrophic failure is:
A. General Corrosion
B. Atmospheric Corrosion
C. Galvanic Corrosion 
D. Localized Corrosion

Accepted Answer

C. Galvanic Corrosion

Question 19

19.What is used to determine compressed air cleanliness?
A. Needle pressure gauge
B. Psychrometer
C. Blotter test
D. Profilometer

Accepted Answer

D. Profilometer

Question 20

20.Osmotic blistering is most likely to occur as a result of
A. inadequate anchor pattern/surface profile.
B. overcoating a surface contaminated with chemical salts.
C. airless spray application
D. applying tine coating too thin.

Accepted Answer

C. airless spray application

Question 21

21.When performing tests for oil and grease using an ultra-violet light, the NACE Inspector should be
aware that:

Accepted Answer

B. Synthetic oil or grease may not be identified

Question 22

22.To achieve consistently accurate results with ALL alt test equipment
A. wear gloves when sampling.
B. wash your hands before sampling.
C. avoid placing the sample discs on a surface.
D. calibrate the instrument in the field.

Accepted Answer

B. wash your hands before sampling.

Question 23

23.When holiday testing is required the Inspector is always required to enforce NACE SP 0188:
A. True
B. False

Accepted Answer

A. True

Question 24

24.If the specifier does not identify a restriction level in accordance with SSPC PA 2, the default restriction
level is:
A. Level 1
B. Level 2
C. Level 3
D. Level 4

Accepted Answer

C. Level 3

Question 25

25.Fine cracks in the surface of a coating that rarely reach the substrate are called
A. cracking.
B. alligatoring.
C. checking.
D. blistering.

Accepted Answer

C. checking.

Question 26

26.It is good practice for the NACE Inspector to have instrument calibration certificates available:
A. At all times
B. In the office only
C. In the field only
D. Only if the specification requires it

Accepted Answer

A. At all times

Question 27

27.In a non-convertible coating the role of the primary solvent is to:
A. To make the coating flow out better
B. To dissolve the resin
C. To promote faster cure
D. To control the evaporation rate

Accepted Answer

D. To control the evaporation rate

Question 28

28.Removal of welds splatter is required:
A. On every job
B. When ISO abrasive blast standards are specified
C. When NACE/SSPC abrasive blast standards are specified
D. When specifically identified in the owner's specification

Accepted Answer

D. When specifically identified in the owner's specification

Question 29

29.Common errors that may produce inaccurate readings when using a Dial-Type Magnetic Pull-Off Dry
Filth Thickness (DFT) gauge include:
Select All That Apply

Accepted Answer

A. Failing to determine the base metal reading (BMR)
B. Rotating the dial too fast when taking measurements 
D. Measuring ditty, tacky, or soft films

Question 30

30.Conventional spray is a good choice when:
A. High production rates are required
B. High quality finishes are required
C. High transfer efficiency is required
D. High viscosity coatings are being applied

Accepted Answer

B. High quality finishes are required

Question 31

31.Which of these tests uses a syringe?
A. Sleeve test
B. Potassium ferricyanide
C. Bresle patch
D. Soluble salts meter

Accepted Answer

C. Bresle patch

Question 32

32.Which one of these elements is not necessary for corrosion to occur:
A. Anode
B. Cathode
C. Reference Cell
D. Electrolyte

Accepted Answer

C. Reference Cell

Question 33

33.Digital hygrometers

Accepted Answer

D. determine relative humidity, air temperature, and dew point temperature:

Question 34

34.Using SSPC Vis 1 as a guide when performing a visual inspection of a steel surface prior to surface
preparation a NACE Inspector would assign which designations to the surface condition:

Accepted Answer

A. Rust Grades A-D

Question 35

35.Inspector's daily reports are used:

Accepted Answer

A. By the contractor to estimate the amount of work done that day
B. To provide continuity between inspectors
C. To aid in arbitration between the contractor and client
D. To help in cases of a coating failure

Question 36

36.Silicone coatings are typically:
A. Used strictly in immersion service
B. Applied in very thick films
C. Used as a sacrificial primer
D. Applied in very' thin films

Accepted Answer

D. Applied in very' thin films

Question 37

37.Excess moisture during holiday testing can cause erroneous indications by creating a path across the
surface of the coating to pinholes previously detected, or directly to the signal return connection.

Accepted Answer

A. telegraphing.

Question 38

38.ASTM Standards are applicable:
A. In the USA
B. In North America
C. In Asia
D. When specified

Accepted Answer

D. When specified

Question 39

39.The main responsibilities of the inspector are to

Accepted Answer

D. observe and report the quality of the work performed.

Question 40

40.When using a sling physchrometer a very large difference between the wet and dry bulb readings
indicates:
A. High Relative Humidity
B. Low Relative Humidity
C. High Surface Temperature
D. Low Surface Temperature

Accepted Answer

B. Low Relative Humidity

Question 41

41.The NACE Inspector should perform tests for soluble salts:
A. Prior to surface preparation
B. After surface preparation
C. Prior to coating application
D. When specified

Accepted Answer

D. When specified

Question 42

42.Corrosion generally occurs at which of the following sites:
A. Cathode
B. Metallic pathway
C. Electrolyte
D. Anode

Accepted Answer

D. Anode

Question 43

43.If inspectors identify issues of non-conformance during an inspection, they should

Accepted Answer

C. inform both the Contractor and the inspector's supervisor so they can take appropriate corrective
actions

Question 44

44.You are the NACE Inspector on a job where ISO ST 3 has been specified. The Contractor normally
works to SSPC standards and been referencing SSPC SP 3.
Could this have any impact on the final surface preparation appearance?

Accepted Answer

B. No, because there is no real difference in the standards

Question 45

45.Safety Data Sheets must be carefully reviewed by:
A. The Application personnel
B. The Inspection personnel
C. The Owner's personnel
D. All personnel involved in the job

Accepted Answer

D. All personnel involved in the job

Question 46

46. You are the NACE Inspector on job; Owner's spec requires twice daily check of blast pressure at nozzle. Now day 30 on job, all readings have been w/in compliance.Contractor complains that checks taking up time & are unnecessary. FIRST action:

Accepted Answer

D. Keep doing the checks and consult the Owner’s representative for direction

Question 47

47.If the project specification DOES NOT state the specific DFT measurement standards, the inspector
should use:

Accepted Answer

A. a recognized industry standard like SSPC-PA 2 that is broadly accepted

Question 48

48.ISO SA 2 is defined as:
A. Near White Metal Blasting
B. Thorough Blast Cleaning
C. Very Thorough Blast Cleaning
D. Light Blast Cleaning

Accepted Answer

B. Thorough Blast Cleaning

Question 49

49.When using the ISO comparator in accordance with ISO 8503, if the surface profile does not directly
compare to one of the four segments the inspector should:

Accepted Answer

D. Record your result by identifying two segments

Question 50

50.Owners hire NACE Inspectors' with the expectation that:

Accepted Answer

D. A&C
(A. The inspection cost will be offset by an improvement in service life 
C. The Inspector will make a meaningful technical contribution to the job)

Question 51

51.An Inspector should change position when:
A. The Inspector is convinced by verifiable facts
B. Only when directed by the supervisor
C. The Inspectors position is not the majority position
D. The Owner can save some money by the change

Accepted Answer

A. The Inspector is convinced by verifiable facts

Question 52

52.Check abrasive blast pressure with a
A. needle pressure gauge
B. replica tape
C. surface comparator
D. nozzle aperature gauge

Accepted Answer

A. needle pressure gauge

Question 53

53.Passivation can best be described as:

Accepted Answer

A. A protective metallic oxide surface layer that slows corrosion

Question 54

54.What is the minimum spot measurement value allowed by SSPC-PA 2 in each 10 m2 (100 ft2) area?

Accepted Answer

B. 80% of the specified minimum thickness

Question 55

55.Stripe coats are best applied by:
A. Airless spray
B. Conventional spray
C. High volume low pressure spray
D. Brush

Accepted Answer

D. Brush

Question 56

56.The Inspector should record the serial numbers of inspection instruments:

Accepted Answer

B. Each time the instrument is used

Question 57

57.ISO SA 3 is directly equivalent to:
A. NACE No. 1/SSPC SP 5
B. NACE No. 2/SSPC SP 10
C. NACE No. 3/SSPC SP 6
D. None of the above

Accepted Answer

A. NACE No. 1/SSPC SP 5

Question 58

58.On a blast-cleaned surface, Ian ultraviolet light is generally used to detect
A. soluble chemical salts
B. grease and oil
C. inhibitor residues
D. sulfates

Accepted Answer

B. grease and oil

Question 59

59.You ate the NACE Inspector on a job where NACE No. 2/SSPC - SP 10 has been specified. You are finding Contractor is leaving mill scale on the on surface and as a result you have been rejecting theblast.  Contractor is very upset and told you that the s

Accepted Answer

A. Review the relevant standard with the Contractor

Question 60

60.A successful coating inspector must be able to

Accepted Answer

B. look for problems or issues during application.

Question 61

61.A magnetic pull-off type gauge is a good choice when:
A. Accuracy is not required
B. When an intrinsically safe tool is required
C. Performing an adhesion test
D. When working on non-ferrous metals

Accepted Answer

B. When an intrinsically safe tool is required

Question 62

62.The Inspector's Log Book is generally:
A. Retained by the inspector upon project completion
B. Submitted to the client upon project completion
C. Shared with all parties upon project completion
D. Shredded by the inspector upon project completion

Accepted Answer

A. Retained by the inspector upon project completion

Question 63

63.The most important factor resulting in improved job site safety is:
A. Personal Protective Equipment
B. Engineering Controls
C. Safety Enforcement
D. Situational Awareness

Accepted Answer

D. Situational Awareness

Question 64

64.You are the NACE Inspector on a 5000 sq. ft. job where SSPC PA 2 has been specified.
Assuming all areas are in compliance, how many gauge readings and spot measurements are required?

Accepted Answer

C. 225 Gauge Readings resulting in 75 Spot Measurements

Question	Answer
1.You are the NACE Inspector on a tank lining project where a 50% solids epoxy tank lining is being applied. After application of the 19 coat you notice small blisters in some areas of the applied lining. Your FIRST preferred course of action is to:	B. Document the problem and advise the Contractor and Owner's representative
2.Dew point is the temperature at which A. water freezes. B. humidity decreases C. condensation occurs. D. the air is saturated.	C. condensation occurs.
3.If a contractor is using a poorly maintained compressor to supply air for abrasive blast cleaning and conventional airspray, the coating inspector should perform a	C. blotter test for the presence of oil and water.
4.Upon arrival of coating materials, the inspector should	B. observe and document the amount of material and batch numbers.
5.Relative humidity is	A. a measure of the amount of moisture in the air compared to saturation level.
6.Galvanic corrosion occurs on which of the following substrates: A. Concrete B. Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic C. Metal D. Wood	C. Metal
7.When applying Thermal Spray Coatings the specification is most likely to refence: A. SSPC PA 2 B. NACE SP 0178 C. NACE SP 0188 D. SSPC-CS 23.00/AWS C2.23/NACE No. 12	D. SSPC-CS 23.00/AWS C2.23/NACE No. 12
8.What is the minimum recommended distance away from an edge that an inspector should take a measurement with a dial-type magnetic pull-off Dry Film Thickness (DFT) gauge?	B. 2.5 cm (1 inch)
9.Polymerization is the process of: A. Monomers telegraphing B. Monomers joining together C. All thermoplastic coatings D. All organic coatings	B. Monomers joining together
10.An exposed area of the substrate or previous coat of a conductive coating material, often caused by poor application technique is called A. cracking. B. sagging. C. holiday. D. checking.	C. holiday.
11.Checking is	B. a fine crack in the surface of a coating that rarely reaches the substrate
12.Inspection documentation is important because: A. It is the only deliverable item provided by the inspector B. Owners use the documentation for a variety of purposes C. a) only D. a) & b)	B. Owners use the documentation for a variety of purposes
13.An inspectors personal log book should contain:	C. No comments regarding the application team
14.You have just received your NACE CIP Level 1 certification when you are asked to supervise a team of uncertified field pipeline inspectors.	D. Review the NACE Attestation prior to making a decision
15.Good records can provide maintenance departments with detailed information about ALL of the following EXCEPT A. what items were coated. B. what materials were used. C. when the coating will be reapplied. D. how the item was coated.	D. how the item was coated.
16.Non Conformance Reports are completed by the Inspector:	C. When the Inspector and Contractor deem it to be a significant non-conforming item
17.The initial steel condition is important to the NACE Inspector because:	D. The Inspector may have to reject the Steel
18.The form of corrosion that has the largest potential for unexpected catastrophic failure is: A. General Corrosion B. Atmospheric Corrosion C. Galvanic Corrosion D. Localized Corrosion	C. Galvanic Corrosion
19.What is used to determine compressed air cleanliness? A. Needle pressure gauge B. Psychrometer C. Blotter test D. Profilometer	D. Profilometer
20.Osmotic blistering is most likely to occur as a result of A. inadequate anchor pattern/surface profile. B. overcoating a surface contaminated with chemical salts. C. airless spray application D. applying tine coating too thin.	C. airless spray application
21.When performing tests for oil and grease using an ultra-violet light, the NACE Inspector should be aware that:	B. Synthetic oil or grease may not be identified
22.To achieve consistently accurate results with ALL alt test equipment A. wear gloves when sampling. B. wash your hands before sampling. C. avoid placing the sample discs on a surface. D. calibrate the instrument in the field.	B. wash your hands before sampling.
23.When holiday testing is required the Inspector is always required to enforce NACE SP 0188: A. True B. False	A. True
24.If the specifier does not identify a restriction level in accordance with SSPC PA 2, the default restriction level is: A. Level 1 B. Level 2 C. Level 3 D. Level 4	C. Level 3
25.Fine cracks in the surface of a coating that rarely reach the substrate are called A. cracking. B. alligatoring. C. checking. D. blistering.	C. checking.
26.It is good practice for the NACE Inspector to have instrument calibration certificates available: A. At all times B. In the office only C. In the field only D. Only if the specification requires it	A. At all times
27.In a non-convertible coating the role of the primary solvent is to: A. To make the coating flow out better B. To dissolve the resin C. To promote faster cure D. To control the evaporation rate	D. To control the evaporation rate
28.Removal of welds splatter is required: A. On every job B. When ISO abrasive blast standards are specified C. When NACE/SSPC abrasive blast standards are specified D. When specifically identified in the owner's specification	D. When specifically identified in the owner's specification
29.Common errors that may produce inaccurate readings when using a Dial-Type Magnetic Pull-Off Dry Filth Thickness (DFT) gauge include: Select All That Apply	A. Failing to determine the base metal reading (BMR) B. Rotating the dial too fast when taking measurements D. Measuring ditty, tacky, or soft films
30.Conventional spray is a good choice when: A. High production rates are required B. High quality finishes are required C. High transfer efficiency is required D. High viscosity coatings are being applied	B. High quality finishes are required
31.Which of these tests uses a syringe? A. Sleeve test B. Potassium ferricyanide C. Bresle patch D. Soluble salts meter	C. Bresle patch
32.Which one of these elements is not necessary for corrosion to occur: A. Anode B. Cathode C. Reference Cell D. Electrolyte	C. Reference Cell
33.Digital hygrometers	D. determine relative humidity, air temperature, and dew point temperature:
34.Using SSPC Vis 1 as a guide when performing a visual inspection of a steel surface prior to surface preparation a NACE Inspector would assign which designations to the surface condition:	A. Rust Grades A-D
35.Inspector's daily reports are used:	A. By the contractor to estimate the amount of work done that day B. To provide continuity between inspectors C. To aid in arbitration between the contractor and client D. To help in cases of a coating failure
36.Silicone coatings are typically: A. Used strictly in immersion service B. Applied in very thick films C. Used as a sacrificial primer D. Applied in very' thin films	D. Applied in very' thin films
37.Excess moisture during holiday testing can cause erroneous indications by creating a path across the surface of the coating to pinholes previously detected, or directly to the signal return connection.	A. telegraphing.
38.ASTM Standards are applicable: A. In the USA B. In North America C. In Asia D. When specified	D. When specified
39.The main responsibilities of the inspector are to	D. observe and report the quality of the work performed.
40.When using a sling physchrometer a very large difference between the wet and dry bulb readings indicates: A. High Relative Humidity B. Low Relative Humidity C. High Surface Temperature D. Low Surface Temperature	B. Low Relative Humidity
41.The NACE Inspector should perform tests for soluble salts: A. Prior to surface preparation B. After surface preparation C. Prior to coating application D. When specified	D. When specified
42.Corrosion generally occurs at which of the following sites: A. Cathode B. Metallic pathway C. Electrolyte D. Anode	D. Anode
43.If inspectors identify issues of non-conformance during an inspection, they should	C. inform both the Contractor and the inspector's supervisor so they can take appropriate corrective actions
44.You are the NACE Inspector on a job where ISO ST 3 has been specified. The Contractor normally works to SSPC standards and been referencing SSPC SP 3. Could this have any impact on the final surface preparation appearance?	B. No, because there is no real difference in the standards
45.Safety Data Sheets must be carefully reviewed by: A. The Application personnel B. The Inspection personnel C. The Owner's personnel D. All personnel involved in the job	D. All personnel involved in the job
46. You are the NACE Inspector on job; Owner's spec requires twice daily check of blast pressure at nozzle. Now day 30 on job, all readings have been w/in compliance.Contractor complains that checks taking up time & are unnecessary. FIRST action:	D. Keep doing the checks and consult the Owner’s representative for direction
47.If the project specification DOES NOT state the specific DFT measurement standards, the inspector should use:	A. a recognized industry standard like SSPC-PA 2 that is broadly accepted
48.ISO SA 2 is defined as: A. Near White Metal Blasting B. Thorough Blast Cleaning C. Very Thorough Blast Cleaning D. Light Blast Cleaning	B. Thorough Blast Cleaning
49.When using the ISO comparator in accordance with ISO 8503, if the surface profile does not directly compare to one of the four segments the inspector should:	D. Record your result by identifying two segments
50.Owners hire NACE Inspectors' with the expectation that:	D. A&C (A. The inspection cost will be offset by an improvement in service life C. The Inspector will make a meaningful technical contribution to the job)
51.An Inspector should change position when: A. The Inspector is convinced by verifiable facts B. Only when directed by the supervisor C. The Inspectors position is not the majority position D. The Owner can save some money by the change	A. The Inspector is convinced by verifiable facts
52.Check abrasive blast pressure with a A. needle pressure gauge B. replica tape C. surface comparator D. nozzle aperature gauge	A. needle pressure gauge
53.Passivation can best be described as:	A. A protective metallic oxide surface layer that slows corrosion
54.What is the minimum spot measurement value allowed by SSPC-PA 2 in each 10 m2 (100 ft2) area?	B. 80% of the specified minimum thickness
55.Stripe coats are best applied by: A. Airless spray B. Conventional spray C. High volume low pressure spray D. Brush	D. Brush
56.The Inspector should record the serial numbers of inspection instruments:	B. Each time the instrument is used
57.ISO SA 3 is directly equivalent to: A. NACE No. 1/SSPC SP 5 B. NACE No. 2/SSPC SP 10 C. NACE No. 3/SSPC SP 6 D. None of the above	A. NACE No. 1/SSPC SP 5
58.On a blast-cleaned surface, Ian ultraviolet light is generally used to detect A. soluble chemical salts B. grease and oil C. inhibitor residues D. sulfates	B. grease and oil
59.You ate the NACE Inspector on a job where NACE No. 2/SSPC - SP 10 has been specified. You are finding Contractor is leaving mill scale on the on surface and as a result you have been rejecting theblast. Contractor is very upset and told you that the s	A. Review the relevant standard with the Contractor
60.A successful coating inspector must be able to	B. look for problems or issues during application.
61.A magnetic pull-off type gauge is a good choice when: A. Accuracy is not required B. When an intrinsically safe tool is required C. Performing an adhesion test D. When working on non-ferrous metals	B. When an intrinsically safe tool is required
62.The Inspector's Log Book is generally: A. Retained by the inspector upon project completion B. Submitted to the client upon project completion C. Shared with all parties upon project completion D. Shredded by the inspector upon project completion	A. Retained by the inspector upon project completion
63.The most important factor resulting in improved job site safety is: A. Personal Protective Equipment B. Engineering Controls C. Safety Enforcement D. Situational Awareness	D. Situational Awareness
64.You are the NACE Inspector on a 5000 sq. ft. job where SSPC PA 2 has been specified. Assuming all areas are in compliance, how many gauge readings and spot measurements are required?	C. 225 Gauge Readings resulting in 75 Spot Measurements
65.Stripe coats are generally applied to: A. Edges and corners B. Welds C. Complex geometric shapes D. a), b), and c)	D. a), b), and c); A. Edges and corners B. Welds C. Complex geometric shapes
66.SSPC SP 1 identifies the use of: A. Organic solvents B. Inorganic solvents C. Biodegradable detergents D. A wide variety of materials	D. A wide variety of materials
67.Which one of the following documents is the best source for coating technical data: A. Safety Data Sheet; B. Technical Data Sheet C. Application Guidelines D. Specification	B. Technical Data Sheet
68.Which is a component that supplies most of the features and functions of the material? A. pigment B. binder C. solvent D. additive	B. binder
69.NACE Level 1 Inspectors have been trained to perform: A. All types of inspection B. Visual inspection and Non-destructive testing C. Visual inspection, Non-Destructive and Destructive testing D. Visual inspection only	B. Visual inspection and Non-destructive testing
70.If a Thermoset coating is heated it will:	A. Harden and retain its hardness when cooled
71.As a NACE Coating Inspector your responsibility with respect to safety is to:	C. Act in accordance with the site safety requirements and set an example
72.Prior to using Inspection Tools the inspector must	D. (A, B, C) A. Ensure the instrument is within calibration parameters B. Be trained on how to use the instrument C. Read the manufactures' instructions
73.When the joint NACE/SSPC abrasive blast cleaning standards are specified, the pictures in SSPC VIS 1 can be used as:	C. A general guide
74.You are the NACE Coating Inspector on an exterior job where the contractor is not using any environmental controls, For the last several hours your reading; indicate the relative humidity is rising and the substrate temperature is dropping. The sky i	C. Advise the Contractor of your readings
75.ISO SA 2.5 is defined as: A. Near White Metal Blasting B. Thorough Blast Cleaning C. Very Thorough Blast Cleaning D. Light Blast Cleaning	C. Very Thorough Blast Cleaning
76.How many gauge readings does SSPC-PA 2 require within a 4 cm (1.5 inch) diameter circle? A. 1 B. 3 C. 5 D. 7	B. 3
77.Daily reports are important because:	A. Inspectors rarely change on a project. B. Management uses them to make personnel decisions. D. The information aids communication with supervisors.
78.Excessive working of the surface with a power grinder can be detrimental because excessive burnishing	B. develops a polished surface, which is a poor anchor profile for most coatings
79.You are asked to be the only coating inspector on a small bridge recoating job where existing coating contains lead. The owners' representative has supplied you with the local code governing the removal and disposal of lead based coatings, however up	A. Carefully review the document and do the best you can
80.NACE SP 0178 is a standard for: A. Structural steel to be coated for Atmospheric Service B. Tanks and Vessels to, be Lined for Immersion Service C. Stainless steel pipe to be Externally Coated D. Tanks and Vessels to be Externally Coated	B. Tanks and Vessels to, be Lined for Immersion Service
81.The primary difference between Non-Convertible vs. Convertible coatings is: A. Convertible coatings do not undergo a chemical change during curing whereas Non-Convertible coatings do	B. Non-convertible coatings do not undergo a chemical change during curing whereas Convertible coatings do
82.According to SSPC PA 2 a Spot Measurement is:	B. The average of gauge readings taken in a 4cm (1.5 inch) circle
83.Whenever dissimilar metals must join, the most common practice is to	A. provide cathodic protection to prevent corrosion,
84.Check abrasive blast pressure close to the A. compressor B. blast pot C. blast nozzle D. substrate	C. blast nozzle
85.Removal of surface contaminants is done by: A. Abrasive blasting B. Waterjetting C. A combination of methods D. Scarifying	C. A combination of methods
86.When working as a NACE Inspector in a situation where there is a difference of opinion, the Inspector needs to: A. Go with the majority opinion B. Never change his/her mind C. Achieve consensus through negotiation D. Call the supervisor	B. Never change his/her mind
87.In the event of a conflict between the project specification and the coating manufactures' product data sheet, the Inspector's first course of action should be too:	C. Use the job specification as a guide
88.A single application coating film has a measured dry film thickness (DFT) between 4 and 5 mils (between 100 and 125 microns). The volume solids of the coating immediately before application were 67%, What wet film thickness (WFT) was applied?	D. 6 to 7 mils (150 to 175 microns)
89.Most industrial coatings are: A. Inorganic B. Organic C. Resistant to temperatures above 200C D. Resistant to concentrated sulfuric acid	B. Organic
90.Due to a previous premature coating failure the owner has required the original coating applicator to return to remove and replace 10,000 square feet of a failed three coat system at the applicator's cost. Due to the financial implications of another	B. Review the Product Data Sheets, and conduct a walk thru of the job site prior to the pre-job Conference
91.To be of value the Inspector's documentation must be: A. Always handwritten B. Always typewritten C. Timely, accurate and concise D. Submitted before the end of the job	C. Timely, accurate and concise
92.A NACE Coating Inspector is permitted to transport coating material when:	C. The Inspector should never transport coating material
93.Solvents are added to coating formulations to A. dissolve binders and form liquid coatings. B. provide color. C. decrease film permeability. D. increase film permeability.	A. dissolve binders and form liquid coatings.
94.Common errors that can produce inaccurate readings when using Wet Film Thickness (WFT) gauges include: Select All That Apply A. Using a damaged gauge B. Dragging a gauge through wet coating C. Placing the gauge along the longitudinal axis	A. Using a damaged gauge B. Dragging a gauge through wet coating
95.ISO ST 3 is described as: A. Thorough hand tool cleaning B. Very Thorough power tool cleaning C. Very Thorough hand or power tool cleaning D. Thorough blast cleaning	C. Very Thorough hand or power tool cleaning
96.Prior to the pre-job conference you notice that the Inspection and Test Plan does not require a hold point after surface preparation and coating application. In speaking with the owners' representative in advance of the meeting you sense he/she does	B. Bring the matter up at the pre-job conference
97.You are an inspector on a project where SSPC SP 3 is specified. What sort of tools should you expect the Contractor to use to achieve the standard? A. Abrasive blast nozzles B. Power tools C. Hand tools D. Airless spray equipment	B. Power tools
98.The least effective method of surface cleaning is most likely A. water blasting. B. dry grit blasting. C. hand tool cleaning. D. power tool cleaning.	C. hand tool cleaning.
99.NACE No. 4/SSPC-SP-7 is a joint standard for A. white metal blast cleaning. B. brush-off blast cleaning. C. commercial blast cleaning. D. near-white metal blast cleaning.	B. brush-off blast cleaning.
100.Surface profile describes:	B. The level of surface roughness required after abrasive blasting

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