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What is the primary purpose of having a handover discussion with the previous shift members?
What is the primary purpose of having a handover discussion with the previous shift members?
- To discuss the operating condition of all plant equipment
- To perform checks specific to hot water or steam boilers
- To review the boiler operation chapter
- To read and clarify the log book and be aware of the state of the power plant (correct)
What should engineers returning to shift after a set of days off do regarding the log book?
What should engineers returning to shift after a set of days off do regarding the log book?
- Read the log book from the start of the month
- Not read the log book at all
- Read the log book as far back as the last time they took charge of the plant (correct)
- Only read the current log book entry
What is commonly referred to as doing 'rounds'?
What is commonly referred to as doing 'rounds'?
- Reviewing log sheets
- Reading the log book
- Performing checks specific to hot water or steam boilers
- Becoming familiar with the operating condition of all plant equipment (correct)
How often may critical equipment be checked during a shift?
How often may critical equipment be checked during a shift?
What is the purpose of reviewing log sheets during a shift handover?
What is the purpose of reviewing log sheets during a shift handover?
What determines the frequency of operator rounds?
What determines the frequency of operator rounds?
What is the primary purpose of conducting rounds in a plant?
What is the primary purpose of conducting rounds in a plant?
What is the typical frequency of checks in a comprehensive set of rounds?
What is the typical frequency of checks in a comprehensive set of rounds?
Who typically performs the boiler plant rounds?
Who typically performs the boiler plant rounds?
What is the recommended action if the boiler water level is not at set point?
What is the recommended action if the boiler water level is not at set point?
What is the purpose of checking the boiler feed pumps?
What is the purpose of checking the boiler feed pumps?
What is the indication of rusty coloured condensate in the condensate receiver?
What is the indication of rusty coloured condensate in the condensate receiver?
What is the purpose of manually activating the condensate tank float switch?
What is the purpose of manually activating the condensate tank float switch?
What is the typical operating pressure range of a deaerator?
What is the typical operating pressure range of a deaerator?
What is the indication of a water temperature below the saturation pressure of the steam in a deaerator?
What is the indication of a water temperature below the saturation pressure of the steam in a deaerator?
Why is it important to check the standby pump in a steam boiler plant?
Why is it important to check the standby pump in a steam boiler plant?
What is the approximate absolute pressure corresponding to 99 kPag?
What is the approximate absolute pressure corresponding to 99 kPag?
What is the ideal temperature of deaerated water at 99 kPag?
What is the ideal temperature of deaerated water at 99 kPag?
What is the primary purpose of checking the brine tank in a water treatment plant?
What is the primary purpose of checking the brine tank in a water treatment plant?
What is the typical condition of the expansion tank in a hot water boiler plant?
What is the typical condition of the expansion tank in a hot water boiler plant?
What should the heating loop temperature be in a hot water boiler plant?
What should the heating loop temperature be in a hot water boiler plant?
Why is it essential to check the safety valves in a hot water boiler plant?
Why is it essential to check the safety valves in a hot water boiler plant?
What is the primary cause of excessive draft loss in a boiler?
What is the primary cause of excessive draft loss in a boiler?
What is the ideal condition of the flame in a boiler plant?
What is the ideal condition of the flame in a boiler plant?
Why is it necessary to check the flue gas temperature in a boiler plant?
Why is it necessary to check the flue gas temperature in a boiler plant?
What is the primary purpose of performing water tests in a water treatment plant?
What is the primary purpose of performing water tests in a water treatment plant?
What is the purpose of blowing down the water column and gauge glass every shift?
What is the purpose of blowing down the water column and gauge glass every shift?
What can happen if the gauge glass is blown down frequently on large boilers?
What can happen if the gauge glass is blown down frequently on large boilers?
What should be done if the gauge glass becomes obscured by internal corrosion or deposits?
What should be done if the gauge glass becomes obscured by internal corrosion or deposits?
What is the purpose of monitoring the feedwater level controllers regularly?
What is the purpose of monitoring the feedwater level controllers regularly?
What is an indication of a failed steam trap?
What is an indication of a failed steam trap?
What is an indirect method of checking a steam trap?
What is an indirect method of checking a steam trap?
What is the primary purpose of ensuring unobstructed air openings into the boiler room?
What is the primary purpose of ensuring unobstructed air openings into the boiler room?
What is the role of the assistant shift engineer in plant rounds?
What is the role of the assistant shift engineer in plant rounds?
What is the primary function of the air compressor in the power plant?
What is the primary function of the air compressor in the power plant?
Why is it essential to ensure the air inlet of the air compressor is free from obstruction?
Why is it essential to ensure the air inlet of the air compressor is free from obstruction?
What is the purpose of checking the dew point of the compressed air?
What is the purpose of checking the dew point of the compressed air?
Why is it crucial to maintain the correct coolant flow in the air compressor?
Why is it crucial to maintain the correct coolant flow in the air compressor?
What is the purpose of the block heater in the standby generator?
What is the purpose of the block heater in the standby generator?
Why is it essential to clean up spills immediately in the boiler room?
Why is it essential to clean up spills immediately in the boiler room?
What is the purpose of checking the electrolyte levels in the standby generator's batteries?
What is the purpose of checking the electrolyte levels in the standby generator's batteries?
Why is it important to segregate unidentified materials in the boiler room?
Why is it important to segregate unidentified materials in the boiler room?
What is the correct procedure to follow when a water column blowdown is completed at the beginning of every shift?
What is the correct procedure to follow when a water column blowdown is completed at the beginning of every shift?
Why is it important to check for leaks that develop during maintenance?
Why is it important to check for leaks that develop during maintenance?
What is the purpose of recording areas that need replacement lamps?
What is the purpose of recording areas that need replacement lamps?
What should be done with open floor grates that were removed to facilitate maintenance?
What should be done with open floor grates that were removed to facilitate maintenance?
What is the correct procedure to follow when a gauge glass is connected to a water column?
What is the correct procedure to follow when a gauge glass is connected to a water column?
What is the purpose of blowing down the water column?
What is the purpose of blowing down the water column?
In what situations are isolation valves in the steam and water piping between the water column and the boiler used?
In what situations are isolation valves in the steam and water piping between the water column and the boiler used?
What should be done after the water column blowdown is completed?
What should be done after the water column blowdown is completed?
Why is it important to observe changing conditions during maintenance?
Why is it important to observe changing conditions during maintenance?
What should be done with plant areas that are unsafe due to burned out luminaires?
What should be done with plant areas that are unsafe due to burned out luminaires?
What is the primary purpose of reading the log book prior to the start of a shift?
What is the primary purpose of reading the log book prior to the start of a shift?
How often may operator rounds be performed in a shift?
How often may operator rounds be performed in a shift?
What is the purpose of reviewing log sheets during a shift handover?
What is the purpose of reviewing log sheets during a shift handover?
Who should read the log book as far back as the last time they took charge of the plant?
Who should read the log book as far back as the last time they took charge of the plant?
What is the purpose of the handover discussion with the previous shift members?
What is the purpose of the handover discussion with the previous shift members?
What determines the frequency of operator rounds?
What determines the frequency of operator rounds?
What is the primary purpose of assessing the operating condition of the plant using all the senses during rounds?
What is the primary purpose of assessing the operating condition of the plant using all the senses during rounds?
Which of the following is an indication of corrosion in the condensate return system?
Which of the following is an indication of corrosion in the condensate return system?
What is the purpose of adjusting the pump packing in boiler feed pumps?
What is the purpose of adjusting the pump packing in boiler feed pumps?
What is the indication of a defective make-up water softening equipment in the condensate receiver?
What is the indication of a defective make-up water softening equipment in the condensate receiver?
What is the purpose of ensuring the standby pump is ready to be put in service in a steam boiler plant?
What is the purpose of ensuring the standby pump is ready to be put in service in a steam boiler plant?
What is the purpose of checking the deaerator vent valve during boiler plant rounds?
What is the purpose of checking the deaerator vent valve during boiler plant rounds?
What is the indication of a failed condensate return tank pump?
What is the indication of a failed condensate return tank pump?
What is the purpose of checking the boiler pressure during boiler plant rounds?
What is the purpose of checking the boiler pressure during boiler plant rounds?
What is the purpose of checking the condensate receiver level during boiler plant rounds?
What is the purpose of checking the condensate receiver level during boiler plant rounds?
What is the purpose of checking the steam pressure during boiler plant rounds?
What is the purpose of checking the steam pressure during boiler plant rounds?
What is the primary reason for checking the brine tank level in a sodium zeolite softener?
What is the primary reason for checking the brine tank level in a sodium zeolite softener?
What is the indication of a temperature reading of 105°C on a deaerator operating at 100 kPag?
What is the indication of a temperature reading of 105°C on a deaerator operating at 100 kPag?
Why is it important to check the operation of equipment in the water treatment area of the power plant?
Why is it important to check the operation of equipment in the water treatment area of the power plant?
What should be done if the safety valves on the boilers or the heating system are lifting?
What should be done if the safety valves on the boilers or the heating system are lifting?
What is the purpose of performing a water test in a water treatment plant?
What is the purpose of performing a water test in a water treatment plant?
What is the indication of a high temperature reading on a boiler?
What is the indication of a high temperature reading on a boiler?
What is the purpose of checking the flow totalizer in an ion-exchange softener?
What is the purpose of checking the flow totalizer in an ion-exchange softener?
What is the primary reason for checking the heating loop temperature in a hot water boiler plant?
What is the primary reason for checking the heating loop temperature in a hot water boiler plant?
What is the indication of a low temperature reading on a deaerator operating at 100 kPag?
What is the indication of a low temperature reading on a deaerator operating at 100 kPag?
What is the primary purpose of checking the pumps in a hot water boiler plant?
What is the primary purpose of checking the pumps in a hot water boiler plant?
What is the primary reason for assessing lighting in a power plant?
What is the primary reason for assessing lighting in a power plant?
What is the purpose of opening the water column drain valve during a water column blowdown?
What is the purpose of opening the water column drain valve during a water column blowdown?
What is the correct procedure for checking the water level in a boiler?
What is the correct procedure for checking the water level in a boiler?
What is the purpose of taping off or signposting areas with open floor grates that were removed to facilitate maintenance?
What is the purpose of taping off or signposting areas with open floor grates that were removed to facilitate maintenance?
Why is it important to observe changing conditions during maintenance?
Why is it important to observe changing conditions during maintenance?
What is the main purpose of blowing down the water column and gauge glass on smaller high-pressure boilers?
What is the main purpose of blowing down the water column and gauge glass on smaller high-pressure boilers?
What is the purpose of the detailed procedures for checks during plant rounds?
What is the purpose of the detailed procedures for checks during plant rounds?
What is the primary purpose of ensuring unobstructed air openings into the boiler room?
What is the primary purpose of ensuring unobstructed air openings into the boiler room?
What is the indication of a failed steam trap, as observed during a direct method of checking?
What is the indication of a failed steam trap, as observed during a direct method of checking?
Why is it important to report areas that need replacement lamps to the shift engineer?
Why is it important to report areas that need replacement lamps to the shift engineer?
What is the purpose of checking the water column connections during a water column blowdown?
What is the purpose of checking the water column connections during a water column blowdown?
Why is it important to monitor the feedwater level controllers regularly?
Why is it important to monitor the feedwater level controllers regularly?
What is the role of the air compressor in the power plant?
What is the role of the air compressor in the power plant?
What is the recommended action to take when the intake louvres on the exterior of the building are found to be blocked?
What is the recommended action to take when the intake louvres on the exterior of the building are found to be blocked?
What is the recommended procedure to test the operation of the feedwater control valve?
What is the recommended procedure to test the operation of the feedwater control valve?
What is the purpose of locking isolation valves in the open position in high-pressure steam boilers?
What is the purpose of locking isolation valves in the open position in high-pressure steam boilers?
What is the primary purpose of performing plant rounds?
What is the primary purpose of performing plant rounds?
What is the purpose of partially closing the gauge glass isolation valves of the safety ball check type?
What is the purpose of partially closing the gauge glass isolation valves of the safety ball check type?
What is the purpose of checking the pressure drop across the coalescing filter in the air dryer?
What is the purpose of checking the pressure drop across the coalescing filter in the air dryer?
What should be done with unidentified materials found in the boiler room during housekeeping?
What should be done with unidentified materials found in the boiler room during housekeeping?
Why is it essential to ensure the gauge glasses are stored in a safe place?
Why is it essential to ensure the gauge glasses are stored in a safe place?
Why is it important to check the electrolyte levels in the standby generator's batteries?
Why is it important to check the electrolyte levels in the standby generator's batteries?
What is the purpose of observing the pressure drop across the coalescing filter in the air dryer?
What is the purpose of observing the pressure drop across the coalescing filter in the air dryer?
What is the recommended action to take when the air inlet on the air compressor is found to be obstructed?
What is the recommended action to take when the air inlet on the air compressor is found to be obstructed?
What is the primary purpose of conducting housekeeping during routine rounds in the boiler room?
What is the primary purpose of conducting housekeeping during routine rounds in the boiler room?
What is the recommended action to take when the block heater is not operating in the standby generator?
What is the recommended action to take when the block heater is not operating in the standby generator?
What is the recommended frequency of checking the boiler flame failure detection systems?
What is the recommended frequency of checking the boiler flame failure detection systems?
What is the purpose of simulating a flame failure condition during the testing of flame safeguard devices?
What is the purpose of simulating a flame failure condition during the testing of flame safeguard devices?
What should be consulted when testing and maintaining safety limit controls on a boiler?
What should be consulted when testing and maintaining safety limit controls on a boiler?
What is the purpose of closing the main burner test firing valve during the testing of flame safeguard devices?
What is the purpose of closing the main burner test firing valve during the testing of flame safeguard devices?
What is the recommended procedure for testing flame safeguard devices according to ASME BPVC VI?
What is the recommended procedure for testing flame safeguard devices according to ASME BPVC VI?
Why is it important to schedule safety checks during a time when they will not adversley affect the operation of the facility?
Why is it important to schedule safety checks during a time when they will not adversley affect the operation of the facility?
What is critical for consistent main burner ignition?
What is critical for consistent main burner ignition?
What happens when the pilot burner shuts off after the main flame trial for ignition period?
What happens when the pilot burner shuts off after the main flame trial for ignition period?
What is the recommended maintenance for programmed combustion control?
What is the recommended maintenance for programmed combustion control?
Why is it important to ensure the scanner tube has adequate air supply?
Why is it important to ensure the scanner tube has adequate air supply?
What is the typical lifespan of an ultraviolet flame scanner?
What is the typical lifespan of an ultraviolet flame scanner?
What happens when the scanner is exposed to ambient light and it fires excessively?
What happens when the scanner is exposed to ambient light and it fires excessively?
What is the recommended frequency for testing the low gas pressure cut-off switch?
What is the recommended frequency for testing the low gas pressure cut-off switch?
What is the purpose of testing the high gas pressure cut-off switch?
What is the purpose of testing the high gas pressure cut-off switch?
Why is it important to check the flame rods regularly?
Why is it important to check the flame rods regularly?
What is the purpose of cleaning the scanner lens?
What is the purpose of cleaning the scanner lens?
What is the recommended action when the pilot burner test firing valve is closed?
What is the recommended action when the pilot burner test firing valve is closed?
How long should the safety shut-off valve take to close in a gas burner with an electronic flame rod?
How long should the safety shut-off valve take to close in a gas burner with an electronic flame rod?
What is the purpose of the post-purge and safety shut-down/lockout in the programmed combustion control?
What is the purpose of the post-purge and safety shut-down/lockout in the programmed combustion control?
What should be done when the pilot burner test firing valve is closed and the pilot safety shut-off valve does not close?
What should be done when the pilot burner test firing valve is closed and the pilot safety shut-off valve does not close?
What is the primary purpose of checking the safety shut-off valve in a gas burner with an electronic flame rod?
What is the primary purpose of checking the safety shut-off valve in a gas burner with an electronic flame rod?
What is the recommended action when the oil solenoid valve (safety shut-off valve) does not close within four seconds or less?
What is the recommended action when the oil solenoid valve (safety shut-off valve) does not close within four seconds or less?
What is the purpose of covering the scanner in a gas burner with an electronic flame scanner?
What is the purpose of covering the scanner in a gas burner with an electronic flame scanner?
What is the indication of a flame failure response in a gas burner with an electronic flame rod?
What is the indication of a flame failure response in a gas burner with an electronic flame rod?
What is the recommended procedure when the main burner test firing valve is closed and the pilot burner test firing valve is also closed?
What is the recommended procedure when the main burner test firing valve is closed and the pilot burner test firing valve is also closed?
What is the purpose of the pre-purge period in the programmed combustion control?
What is the purpose of the pre-purge period in the programmed combustion control?
Why is it recommended to develop approved, safe, site-specific procedures for testing airflow proving switches?
Why is it recommended to develop approved, safe, site-specific procedures for testing airflow proving switches?
What is the primary purpose of performing safety and safety relief valve tests?
What is the primary purpose of performing safety and safety relief valve tests?
Why is a manual try lever test performed on a safety valve?
Why is a manual try lever test performed on a safety valve?
What is a critical consideration when performing a manual try lever test on a power boiler in steam service?
What is a critical consideration when performing a manual try lever test on a power boiler in steam service?
Why is it essential to clear the area near the safety valve before conducting a manual try lever test on a power boiler in steam service?
Why is it essential to clear the area near the safety valve before conducting a manual try lever test on a power boiler in steam service?
What is the recommended frequency of performing a pop test on a safety valve?
What is the recommended frequency of performing a pop test on a safety valve?
What is the purpose of the ASME BPVC VI and VII guidelines?
What is the purpose of the ASME BPVC VI and VII guidelines?
Why is it important to perform a manual try lever test prior to performing a pop or accumulation test on a safety valve?
Why is it important to perform a manual try lever test prior to performing a pop or accumulation test on a safety valve?
What is the critical aspect of safety valve testing that the manual try lever test does not determine?
What is the critical aspect of safety valve testing that the manual try lever test does not determine?
What is the recommended course of action if the safety valve continues to simmer after operating the try lever two or three times?
What is the recommended course of action if the safety valve continues to simmer after operating the try lever two or three times?
What is the indication of a leaking valve when the boiler is shut down?
What is the indication of a leaking valve when the boiler is shut down?
What is the recommended frequency for dismantling and inspecting low water cut-offs, pump controls, and water feeders?
What is the recommended frequency for dismantling and inspecting low water cut-offs, pump controls, and water feeders?
What is the purpose of checking the insulation on all wiring during annual maintenance?
What is the purpose of checking the insulation on all wiring during annual maintenance?
What is the correct procedure for testing the high-pressure cut-off control?
What is the correct procedure for testing the high-pressure cut-off control?
What is the purpose of conducting a pop test on a safety valve?
What is the purpose of conducting a pop test on a safety valve?
What is the purpose of observing the cut-in and cut-off pressures during routine boiler monitoring?
What is the purpose of observing the cut-in and cut-off pressures during routine boiler monitoring?
What should be done before performing a pop test on a safety valve?
What should be done before performing a pop test on a safety valve?
What is the recommended action if the safety valve fails to open at the required pressure during a pop test?
What is the recommended action if the safety valve fails to open at the required pressure during a pop test?
What is the expected response of the high-pressure cut-off control during testing?
What is the expected response of the high-pressure cut-off control during testing?
What is the ASME BPVC tolerance for the set pressure of a safety valve?
What is the ASME BPVC tolerance for the set pressure of a safety valve?
What is the typical blowdown of a safety valve, as specified in the ASME BPVC?
What is the typical blowdown of a safety valve, as specified in the ASME BPVC?
What is the purpose of evaluating the safety valve's performance against the ASME BPVC criteria?
What is the purpose of evaluating the safety valve's performance against the ASME BPVC criteria?
When should a pop test be performed on a safety valve?
When should a pop test be performed on a safety valve?
What is the purpose of installing a temporary jumper lead during a pop test?
What is the purpose of installing a temporary jumper lead during a pop test?
What is the recommended frequency for performing a pop test on a safety valve?
What is the recommended frequency for performing a pop test on a safety valve?
What is the purpose of recording the opening and reseating pressures of a safety valve during a pop test?
What is the purpose of recording the opening and reseating pressures of a safety valve during a pop test?
What is the purpose of the float chamber blowdown test?
What is the purpose of the float chamber blowdown test?
How often does ASME CSD-1 recommend performing the float chamber blowdown test for power boilers?
How often does ASME CSD-1 recommend performing the float chamber blowdown test for power boilers?
What should be done if the low water cut-off proves defective during testing?
What should be done if the low water cut-off proves defective during testing?
What is the purpose of the slow drain test?
What is the purpose of the slow drain test?
What is the recommended frequency for performing the slow drain test?
What is the recommended frequency for performing the slow drain test?
What is the purpose of monitoring the boiler water level closely during testing?
What is the purpose of monitoring the boiler water level closely during testing?
What is the purpose of the feedwater control in a steam boiler?
What is the purpose of the feedwater control in a steam boiler?
What should be done after testing the low water cut-off mechanism?
What should be done after testing the low water cut-off mechanism?
What is the purpose of marking the levels at which the feedwater system starts and stops on the gauge glass?
What is the purpose of marking the levels at which the feedwater system starts and stops on the gauge glass?
What is the purpose of checking the make-up valve in a combined feeder/cut-off control?
What is the purpose of checking the make-up valve in a combined feeder/cut-off control?
What is the maximum tolerance for the set pressure of a safety valve according to ASME BPVC I, Part PG-72.2?
What is the maximum tolerance for the set pressure of a safety valve according to ASME BPVC I, Part PG-72.2?
What is the minimum blowdown required for a pressure relief valve according to ASME BPVC I, Part PG-72.1?
What is the minimum blowdown required for a pressure relief valve according to ASME BPVC I, Part PG-72.1?
What is the purpose of an accumulation test?
What is the purpose of an accumulation test?
What is the acceptable pressure rise during an accumulation test for a power boiler in steam service?
What is the acceptable pressure rise during an accumulation test for a power boiler in steam service?
What is the purpose of a low water cut-off test?
What is the purpose of a low water cut-off test?
What is the recommended frequency for conducting low water cut-off tests?
What is the recommended frequency for conducting low water cut-off tests?
What is the maximum allowable pressure rise during an accumulation test for a heating boiler in steam service?
What is the maximum allowable pressure rise during an accumulation test for a heating boiler in steam service?
What is the purpose of ASME BPVC I, Part PG-67.2?
What is the purpose of ASME BPVC I, Part PG-67.2?
What is the purpose of ASME BPVC IV, Part HG-512?
What is the purpose of ASME BPVC IV, Part HG-512?
What is the minimum requirement for the pressure relief valve capacity of a power boiler?
What is the minimum requirement for the pressure relief valve capacity of a power boiler?
