NACE CIP 1 CBT EXAM PRACTICE
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Dew point is the temperature at which Correct Answer-condensation occurs.
You are the NACE Inspector on a tank lining project where a 50% solids epo
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NACE CIP 1 CBT EXAM PRACTICE
QUESTIONS LATEST UPDATED 2022
RATED A+
Dew point is the temperature at which Correct Answer-condensation occurs.
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: Correct Answer-Document the problem and advise the
Contractor and Owner's representative.
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 Correct Answer-blotter test for the
presence of oil and water.
Upon arrival of coating materials, the inspector should Correct Answer-observe and document the
amount of material and batch numbers.
Relative humidity is Correct Answer-a measure of the amount of moisture in the air compared to
saturation level.
Galvanic corrosion occurs on which of the following substrates? Correct Answer-Metal
When applying Thermal Spray Coatings the specification is most likely to reference: Correct AnswerSSPC-CS 23.00/AWS C2.23/NACE No. 12
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? Correct Answer-2.5 cm
(1 inch)
Polymerization is the process of? Correct Answer-Monomers joining together.An exposed area of the substrate or previous coat of a conductive material, often caused by poor
application technique is called: Correct Answer-Holiday
Checking is: Correct Answer-a fine crack in the surface of a coating that rarely reaches the substrate.
Inspection documentation is important because: Correct Answer-Owners use the documentation for a
variety of purposes.
An Inspectors personal log book should contain: Correct Answer-No comments regarding the application
team.
You have just received your NACE CIP Level 1 certification when you are asked to supervise a team of
uncertified field pipeline inspectors. Your FIRST preferred course of action is to: Correct Answer-Review
the NACE Attestation prior to making a decision.
Good record can provide maintenance departments with detailed information about ALL of the
following EXCEPT: Correct Answer-How the item was coated.
Non Conformance Reports are completed by the Inspector: Correct Answer-When the Inspector and
Contractor deem it to be significant non conforming item.
The initial steel condition is important to the NACE Inspector because: Correct Answer-The Inspector
may have to reject the steel.
The form of corrosion that has the largest potential for unexpected catastrophic failure is: Correct
Answer-Galvanic Corrosion
What is used to determine compressed air cleanliness? Correct Answer-Profilometer
Osmotic blistering is most likely to occur as a result of: Correct Answer-Airless spray application.When performing tests for oil and grease using an ultra violet light, the NACE Inspector should be aware
that: Correct Answer-Synthetic oil or grease may not be identified.
To achieve consistently accurate results with ALL alt test equipment: Correct Answer-wash your hands
before sampling.
When holiday testing is required the Inspector is always required to enforce what standard? Correct
Answer-NACE SP 0188
If the specifier does not identify a restriction level in accordance with SSPC PA 2, the default restriction
level is: Correct Answer-Level 3
Fine cracks in the surface of a coating that rarely reach the substrate are called: Correct AnswerChecking
It is good practice for the NACE Inspector to have instrument calibration certificates available: Correct
Answer-At all times.
In a non convertible coating the role of the primary solvent is to: Correct Answer-To control the
evaporation rate.
Removal of weld splatter is required: Correct Answer-When specifically identified in the owners
specification.
Common errors that may produce inaccurate readings when using a Dial Type Magnetic Pull Off Dry Film
Thickness(DFT) gauge include: Correct Answer-Failing to determine the Base Metal
Reading(BMR),Rotating the dial too fast when taking measurements, and Measuring ditty, tacky, or soft
films.
Conventional spray us good choice when: Correct Answer-High quality finishes are required.
Which of these tests uses a syringe? Correct Answer-Bresle PatchWhich one of these elements is not necessary for corrosion to occur: Correct Answer-Reference Cell
Digital hygrometers Correct Answer-determine relative humidity, air temperature,and dew point
temperature.
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: Correct AnswerRust Grades A-D
Inspectors daily reports are used: Correct Answer-By the contractor to estimate the mount of work done
that day, To provide continuity between inspectors, To aid in arbitration between the contractor and
client, and To help in cases of a coating failure.
Silicone coatings are typically: Correct Answer-Applied in very thin films.
Excess moisture during holiday testing can cause erroneous by creating a path across the surface of the
coating to pinholes previously detected, or directly to the signal return connection. This is often referred
to as? Correct Answer-Telegraphing
ASTM Standards are applicable: Correct Answer-When specified.
The main responsibilities of the Inspector are to: Correct Answer-Observe and report the quality of the
work performed.
When using a sling psychrometer a very large difference between the wet and dry bulb readings
indicates: Correct Answer-Low Relative Humidity
The NACE Inspector should perform tests for soluble salts: Correct Answer-When specified.
Corrosion generally occurs at which of the following sites: Correct Answer-AnodeIf Inspectors identify issues of non conformance during an inspection, they should: Correct AnswerInform both the Contractor and the inspectors supervisor so they can take appropriate corrective
actions.
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? Correct Answer-No, because there is no real difference in the standards.
Safety Data Sheets must be carefully reviewed by: Correct Answer-All personal involved in the job.
You are the NACE Inspector on a job where the Owner's specification requires you to perform a twice
daily check of the blast pressure at the nozzle. It is now day 30 on the job and all your readings have
been within compliance. The contractor complains that these checks are taking up to much time and in
view of the compliant results they are unnecessary. Your FIRST preferred course of action is to: Correct
Answer-Keep doing the checks and consult the Owner's representative for direction.
If the project specification DOES NOT state the specific DFT measurement standards, the inspector
should use: Correct Answer-A recognized industry standard like SSPC-PA 2 that is broadly accepted.
ISO SA 2 is defined as: Correct Answer-Thorough Blast Cleaning
When using the ISO comparator in accordance with ISO 8503, if the surface profile does not directly
compare to the one of the four segments the inspector should: Correct Answer-Record your result by
identifying two segments.
Owners hire NACE Inspectors with the expectation that: Correct Answer-The inspection cost will be
offset by an improvement in service life and The inspector will make a meaningful technical contribution
to the job.
An inspector should change position when: Correct Answer-The inspector is convinced by verifiable
facts.
Check abrasive blast pressure with a: Correct Answer-Needle Pressure GaugePassivation can best be described as: Correct Answer-A protective metallic oxide surface layer that slows
corrosion.
What is the minimum spot measurement value allowed by SSPC-PA 2 in each 10 m2 (100ft0 area/
Correct Answer-80% of the specified minimum thickness.
Stripe coats are best applied by: Correct Answer-Brush
The Inspector should record the serial numbers of inspection instruments: Correct Answer-Each time the
instrument is used.
ISO SA 3 is directly equivalent to: Correct Answer-NACE No.1/SSPC SP 5
On a blast cleaned surface, an ultraviolet light is generally used to detect: Correct Answer-Grease and Oil
You are the NACE Inspector on a job where NACE No.2/SSPC SP 10 has been specified. Your are finding
the Contractor is leaving mill scale on the surface and as a result you have been rejecting the blast. The
Contractor is very upset and has told you that the standard permits up to 5% of the mills scale to remain
and still be in compliance with the standard. Your FIRST preferred course if action is to: Correct AnswerReview the relevant standard with the Contractor.
A successful coating Inspector must be able to: Correct Answer-Look for problems and issues during
application.
A magnetic pull off type gauge is a good choice when: Correct Answer-When an intrinsically safe tool is
required.
The Inspector's log book is generally: Correct Answer-Retained by the inspector upon project
completion.
The most important factor resulting in improved job site safety is: Correct Answer-Situational AwarenessYou are the NACE Inspector on a 5,000 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? Correct Answer-225
gauge readings resulting in 75 spot measurements.
Stripe coats are generally applied to: Correct Answer-Edges, corners, welds and complex geometric
shapes.
SSPC SP 1 identifies the use of: Correct Answer-A wide variety of materials.
Which one of the following documents is the best source for coating technical data: Correct AnswerTechnical Data Sheet
Which is a component that supplies most of the features and functions of the material? Correct AnswerBinder
NACE Level 1 Inspectors have been trained to perform: Correct Answer-Visual inspection and non
destructive testing.
If a Thermoset coating is heated it will: Correct Answer-Harden and retain its hardness when cooled.
As a NACE Coating Inspector your responsibility with respect to safety is to: Correct Answer-Act in
accordance with the site safety requirements and
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