RED SEAL IRONWORKER (STRUCTURAL & ORNAMENTAL)
CERTIFICATION EXAM 200 PRACTICE QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED
CORRECT ANSWERS
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EXAM OVERVIEW
The Red Seal Interprovincial Examination for Ironworker (Structural/Ornamental) consists of 120
questions covering the following major work activities :
| Major Work Activity | Questions | Weighting |
|---------------------|-----------|-----------|
| A - Common Occupational Skills | 14 | 17% |
| B - Rigging, Hoisting & Cranes | 30 | 31% |
| C - Erection, Assembly & Installation | 48 | 36% |
| D - Maintenance & Upgrading | 12 | 16% |
| Total | 120 | 100% |
The exam includes three question types :
- Knowledge and Recall (50-60%) – Definitions, facts, principles
- Procedural and Application (35-45%) – Applying procedures to situations
- Critical Thinking (<10%) – Problem-solving and interpretation
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,SECTION A: COMMON OCCUPATIONAL SKILLS (14 questions)
Questions 1–20
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Question 1
Who is responsible for ensuring the apprenticeship record book is kept up to date?
A) The employer
B) The apprenticeship branch
C) The apprentice
D) The technical trainer
Correct Answer: C) The apprentice
Explanation: The apprentice is responsible for maintaining their own record book, documenting
hours and skills acquired. This is a professional responsibility of all tradespersons .
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Question 2
A cover letter should accompany your resume when applying for a job. What is the primary
purpose of the cover letter?
A) Make sure your resume gets to the correct people
B) Showcase yourself and your suitability for the job
C) Explain vague generalities of your work experience
D) Make your resume appear longer
Correct Answer: B) Showcase yourself and your suitability for the job
,Explanation: The cover letter is your opportunity to highlight specific qualifications and
demonstrate why you are the best candidate for the position .
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Question 3
What is the correct procedure for off-loading a trailer of structural steel?
A) Verify bill of lading, shake out steel, then remove load binders
B) Verify bill of lading, select proper rigging, then place in staging area
C) Position trailer, place in staging area, then remove load binders
D) Position trailer, attach rigging, then calculate weight of steel
Correct Answer: B) Verify bill of lading, select proper rigging, then place in staging area
Explanation: This is the correct procedural sequence for safely off-loading structural steel. The
bill of lading must be verified first, then appropriate rigging selected, and finally the steel placed
in the designated staging area .
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Question 4
Which type of drawing indicates piece numbers for assembly of structural steel buildings?
A) Architectural drawings
B) Mechanical drawings
C) Structural drawings
D) Erection drawings
Correct Answer: D) Erection drawings
, Explanation: Erection drawings show piece numbers and assembly details for structural steel
components, guiding the ironworker in proper sequencing and placement .
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Question 5
Another term for an object line is:
A) Sector line
B) Hidden line
C) Visible line
D) Phantom line
Correct Answer: C) Visible line
Explanation: Object lines (also called visible lines) represent visible edges and contours of an
object in technical drawings. They are typically drawn as thick, continuous lines .
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Question 6
What is the suggested tack weld length for doing SMAW welds on 150 mm diameter, 9.6 mm
thickness mild steel pipe?
A) 5 mm to 10 mm
B) 10 mm to 15 mm
C) 13 mm to 19 mm
D) 19 mm to 25 mm
Correct Answer: C) 13 mm to 19 mm
CERTIFICATION EXAM 200 PRACTICE QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED
CORRECT ANSWERS
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EXAM OVERVIEW
The Red Seal Interprovincial Examination for Ironworker (Structural/Ornamental) consists of 120
questions covering the following major work activities :
| Major Work Activity | Questions | Weighting |
|---------------------|-----------|-----------|
| A - Common Occupational Skills | 14 | 17% |
| B - Rigging, Hoisting & Cranes | 30 | 31% |
| C - Erection, Assembly & Installation | 48 | 36% |
| D - Maintenance & Upgrading | 12 | 16% |
| Total | 120 | 100% |
The exam includes three question types :
- Knowledge and Recall (50-60%) – Definitions, facts, principles
- Procedural and Application (35-45%) – Applying procedures to situations
- Critical Thinking (<10%) – Problem-solving and interpretation
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,SECTION A: COMMON OCCUPATIONAL SKILLS (14 questions)
Questions 1–20
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Question 1
Who is responsible for ensuring the apprenticeship record book is kept up to date?
A) The employer
B) The apprenticeship branch
C) The apprentice
D) The technical trainer
Correct Answer: C) The apprentice
Explanation: The apprentice is responsible for maintaining their own record book, documenting
hours and skills acquired. This is a professional responsibility of all tradespersons .
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Question 2
A cover letter should accompany your resume when applying for a job. What is the primary
purpose of the cover letter?
A) Make sure your resume gets to the correct people
B) Showcase yourself and your suitability for the job
C) Explain vague generalities of your work experience
D) Make your resume appear longer
Correct Answer: B) Showcase yourself and your suitability for the job
,Explanation: The cover letter is your opportunity to highlight specific qualifications and
demonstrate why you are the best candidate for the position .
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Question 3
What is the correct procedure for off-loading a trailer of structural steel?
A) Verify bill of lading, shake out steel, then remove load binders
B) Verify bill of lading, select proper rigging, then place in staging area
C) Position trailer, place in staging area, then remove load binders
D) Position trailer, attach rigging, then calculate weight of steel
Correct Answer: B) Verify bill of lading, select proper rigging, then place in staging area
Explanation: This is the correct procedural sequence for safely off-loading structural steel. The
bill of lading must be verified first, then appropriate rigging selected, and finally the steel placed
in the designated staging area .
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Question 4
Which type of drawing indicates piece numbers for assembly of structural steel buildings?
A) Architectural drawings
B) Mechanical drawings
C) Structural drawings
D) Erection drawings
Correct Answer: D) Erection drawings
, Explanation: Erection drawings show piece numbers and assembly details for structural steel
components, guiding the ironworker in proper sequencing and placement .
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Question 5
Another term for an object line is:
A) Sector line
B) Hidden line
C) Visible line
D) Phantom line
Correct Answer: C) Visible line
Explanation: Object lines (also called visible lines) represent visible edges and contours of an
object in technical drawings. They are typically drawn as thick, continuous lines .
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Question 6
What is the suggested tack weld length for doing SMAW welds on 150 mm diameter, 9.6 mm
thickness mild steel pipe?
A) 5 mm to 10 mm
B) 10 mm to 15 mm
C) 13 mm to 19 mm
D) 19 mm to 25 mm
Correct Answer: C) 13 mm to 19 mm
