Free API API-1169 Practice Test & Real Exam Questions

Exam Code/Number: API-1169
Exam Name/Title: Pipeline Construction Inspector Exam
Certification Provider: API
Corresponding Certification: API Certification

Exam Questions: 453
Updated On: Jun 01, 2026

Question #37

Soil can be tested by

A. Prevent Movement and Separation of The piping

B. Visual, Plasticity (Pencil), Thumb penetration, Pocket penetrometer

C. Materials and material handling

D. Temporary erosion control.

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

Question #38

What would an inspector look for at the end of a dewatering line?

A. A diffuser(general knowledge)

B. Notify the owner(api 1169, 6.7)

C. The quality policy(iso 9000 3.5.8)

D. The contractor(api 1169 5.2.3)

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: D Vote an answer

Question #39

Al pipe installed in navigable river, stream or harbor must be installed with a minimum of _______ in of soil cover.
49 CFR 192.327

A. 20

B. 48

C. 36

D. 30

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: B Vote an answer

Question #40

Per CGA guidelines, what is the excavation tolerance zone in inches?

A. 18

B. 100

C. 24

D. 192.233

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

Question #41

Replica tape is used during what?

A. Surface Profile

B. Design Profile

C. Blisters

D. Rt Examination

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Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

Question #42

The following should be included in digital RT procedures except for?
The image, collection, processing....
The system power source
The Total magnification used for viewing
The amount of geometric magnification used

A. Clearing

B. The image, collection, processing....

C. The system power source

D. Coating condition of the pipe

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: D Vote an answer

Question #43

Crossing angle

A. Grubbing (not allowed in wet lands)

B. As close to perpendicular as possible

C. Grading

D. Gouges, buckles, wrinkles, ripples or ovality,s

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: B Vote an answer

Question #44

During pressure testing, what must the testing supervisor review with test inspector, chief, and other personnel to be certain that all equipment is adequate?

A. Materials and Material Handling

B. Design validation

C. Test Specs and procedures

D. Strength pressure test

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: C Vote an answer

Question #45

Define Excavation Tolerance Zone

A. Is the area in which soil must be removed by non-mechanical means such as (hand digging, pot-holing, or hydro-Vac) rather than mechanical means. It is an area within 2 feet of the existing facilities or the distance mandated by state law where applicable, whichever is greater.

B. Is the singular point of contact identified within the company of the crossing company and the owner who has the responsibility to communicate about the safely managed crossing. There will be a cross and Company designated contact and an owner designated contact.

C. Is the vertical separation between the existing pipeline and facilities and where the new pipeline is being installed. The recommended crossing clearance distance between the new pipeline and the existing facilities is two feet (24"). The minimum distance is one foot (12"). The new pipeline should be installed at a level depth across the ROW, if practicable.

D. Is the area where the edge of the disturbance is within 25 feet of the centreline of the existing facilities.

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Correct Answer: C Vote an answer

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