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Task B-6 Performs substrate preparation
Task descriptor
Substrate is prepared to receive and support masonry. Membranes, flashing and insulation are installed to maintain a complete building envelope.
B-6.01 Prepares vertical substrates and foundations
B-6.01 Prepares vertical substrates and foundations
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| B-6.01.01P |
wash and dry substrate |
substrate is washed and dried to improve product adhesion |
| B-6.01.02P |
fill holes and cracks in substrate |
holes and cracks in substrate are filled using mortar and other filler materials matching existing substrate |
| B-6.01.03P |
remove glues, old membranes and accessories |
glues, old membranes and accessories are removed to ensure smooth substrate |
| B-6.01.04P |
replace deteriorated material |
deteriorated material is replaced |
| B-6.01.05P |
prime substrate |
substrate is primed according to manufacturers’ and engineered specifications |
| B-6.01.06P |
fasten mesh to substrate |
mesh is fastened to substrate using mechanical fasteners according to manufacturers’ and engineered specifications and building codes and regulations |
Range of variables
- deteriorated material includes: broken block or brick, nails
- codes and regulations include: National Building Code (NBC), CSA
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| B-6.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of preparing substrates and foundations |
identify terminology associated with substrates and foundations |
| identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with substrate and foundation preparation |
| describe substrate conditions |
| B-6.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to prepare substrates and foundations |
identify tools and equipment used to prepare substrates and foundations, and describe their procedures for use |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- tools and equipment include: grinders, chisels, chipping guns, power washer
B-6.02 Applies parging
B-6.02 Applies parging
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| B-6.02.01P |
dampen substrate |
substrate is dampened to improve bonding |
| B-6.02.02P |
apply bonding agents to substrate |
bonding agents are applied to substrate |
| B-6.02.03P |
mix parging material |
parging material is mixed according to application and manufacturers’ instructions |
| B-6.02.04P |
trowel on parging material to substrate |
parging material is trowelled on to substrate maintaining uniform thickness according to drawings and job specifications |
Knowledge
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| B-6.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of preparing parging |
identify terminology associated with parging |
| identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with applying parging |
| identify bonding agents, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify parging materials, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe substrate conditions |
| B-6.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to apply parging |
identify tools and equipment used to apply parging, and describe their procedures for use |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- tools and equipment include: mixers, mixing drills, parging trowels, mortar hawk, sand blasting equipment
B-6.03 Installs anchoring/tie systems
B-6.03 Installs anchoring/tie systems
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| B-6.03.01P |
select type of anchoring/tie systems |
type of anchoring/tie system is selected according to engineered specifications, codes and regulations |
| B-6.03.02P |
determine vertical and horizontal spacing of anchors and ties |
vertical and horizontal spacing of anchors and ties is determined according to drawings, job specifications, codes, regulations, coursing and layout |
| B-6.03.03P |
fasten anchors and ties to substrate |
anchors and ties are fastened or placed on substrate using materials, tools and equipment |
| B-6.03.04P |
attach ties to anchors |
ties are attached to anchors according to manufacturers’ recommendations and engineered specifications |
Range of variables
- anchoring/tie systems include: fastened-in-place, embedded
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- materials include: fasteners, epoxy
- tools and equipment include: drills, wrenches, benders
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| B-6.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of anchoring/tie system |
identify terminology associated with anchoring/tie systems |
| identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with anchoring/tie systems |
| identify types of anchoring/tie systems, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of fasteners, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of anchors/ties, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe substrate conditions |
| describe installation sequence for anchors and ties |
| B-6.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install anchoring/tie systems |
identify tools and equipment used to install anchoring/tie systems, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to install anchoring/tie systems |
Range of variables
- anchoring/tie systems include: fastened-in-place, embedded
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- types of fasteners include: drop-in, pin bolts, wedge, screws, self-tapping
- types of anchors/ties include: wire, adjustable, corrugated metal
B-6.04 Installs membrane and flashing
B-6.04 Installs membrane and flashing
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| B-6.04.01P |
select base flashing |
base flashing is selected according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes and standards |
| B-6.04.02P |
attach base flashing and membrane |
base flashing and membrane is attached according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes and standards |
| B-6.04.03P |
seal seams and tears to membrane, and cuts and joints in flashing |
seams and tears to membrane, and cuts and joints in flashing are sealed to avoid compromising building envelope |
| B-6.04.04P |
complete building envelope |
building envelope is completed by overlapping below grade membranes |
Knowledge
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| B-6.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of membranes and flashings |
identify terminology associated with membranes and flashings |
| identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with membranes and flashings |
| identify types of flashings, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe location of flashings |
| identify types of counter flashing and step flashing, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify building envelope systems, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of membranes, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe effects of ultraviolet rays and moisture on membranes |
| describe substrate conditions |
| describe installation sequence for membranes and flashings |
| B-6.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install membranes and flashings |
identify tools and equipment used to install membranes and flashings, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to install membranes and flashings |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- types of flashings include: polyvinyl chloride (PVC), rigid, self-adhesive, rubber, copper, sheet metal
- types of membranes include: torch-on, self-adhesive, trowelled
- tools and equipment include: rollers, grinders, drills
B-6.05 Installs insulation
B-6.05 Installs insulation
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| B-6.05.01P |
select insulation |
insulation is selected according to drawings and job specifications, codes and standards |
| B-6.05.02P |
cut and fit insulation |
insulation is cut and fit to fully insulate wall and seal joints according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| B-6.05.03P |
secure insulation to substrate and membrane |
insulation is secured to substrate and membrane ensuring as tight of a fit as possible |
Knowledge
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| B-6.05.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of insulation |
identify terminology associated with insulation |
| identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with insulation |
| identify types of insulation, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe substrate conditions |
| describe installation sequence for insulation |
| B-6.05.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install insulation |
identify tools and equipment used to install insulation, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to install insulation |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- types of insulation include: vermiculite, extruded, fibreglass, spray-on, rock wool, refractory (mineral-refractory grade, ceramic fibre)
- tools and equipment include: drills, trowels, fasteners
Task B-7 Performs fundamental masonry tasks
Task descriptor
This task describes typical methods used in masonry construction.
B-7.01 Lays out wall and coursing
B-7.01 Lays out wall and coursing
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| B-7.01.01P |
determine wall location and floor grade |
wall location and floor grade is determined according to drawings and specifications |
| B-7.01.02P |
perform layout using techniques |
layout is performed using techniques |
| B-7.01.03P |
mark off location of masonry units |
location of masonry units is marked off to guide placement |
| B-7.01.04P |
adjust bond |
bond is adjusted to suit openings |
Range of variables
- techniques include: snapping chalk lines, laying out masonry units dry, measuring with a tape
- openings include: windows, doors, accessories
Knowledge
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| B-7.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of laying out wall and coursing |
identify terminology associated with laying out wall and coursing |
| identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with laying out wall and coursing |
| interpret drawings and job specifications, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of wall systems, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of bonds and patterns, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-7.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to lay out wall and coursing |
identify tools and equipment used to measure and lay out wall and coursing, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe sequence of layout procedures |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
B-7.02 Finishes joints
B-7.02 Finishes joints
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| B-7.02.01P |
select joint finish |
joint finish is selected according to job specifications |
| B-7.02.02P |
assess mortar readiness |
mortar readiness for finishing is assessed according to touch (thumbprint method) |
| B-7.02.03P |
tool joints |
joints are tooled in order to seal and achieve uniformity and straightness, and to avoid damage to masonry units |
| B-7.02.04P |
fill voids in joints |
voids in joints are filled by pointing |
| B-7.02.05P |
remove excess mortar and retool joint |
excess mortar is removed and joint retooled to seal and achieve finished look |
Range of variables
- joint finish includes: concave, convex, flush, raked, weather, extruded, struck
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| B-7.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of finishing joints |
identify terminology associated with finishing joints |
| identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with joints |
| interpret drawings and job specifications, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of joints, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe sequence of joint finishing |
| B-7.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to finish joints |
identify tools and equipment used to finish joints, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to finish joints |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- types of joints include: concave, raked, flush
- tools and equipment include: jointers, slickers, rakers, brush, trowel
B-7.03 Cleans new masonry surfaces
B-7.03 Cleans new masonry surfaces
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| B-7.03.01P |
remove excess mortar |
excess mortar is removed by rubbing down wall |
| B-7.03.02P |
select cleaner |
cleaner is matched to masonry surface to be cleaned according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| B-7.03.03P |
prepare cleaner |
cleaner is prepared by mixing to required proportions according to job and manufacturers’ specifications |
| B-7.03.04P |
pre-soak, brush and scrub surfaces |
surfaces are pre-soaked, brushed and scrubbed |
| B-7.03.05P |
apply cleaner |
cleaner is applied to surfaces according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| B-7.03.06P |
rinse surface |
surface is rinsed |
| B-7.03.07P |
check surface |
surface is checked to ensure uniform cleanliness |
Range of variables
- cleaner includes: acids, alkali-based, water, detergent
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| B-7.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of cleaning masonry surfaces |
identify terminology associated with cleaning masonry surfaces |
| identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with cleaning masonry surfaces |
| interpret drawings and job specifications, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify environmental hazards, and describe their associated safety measures |
| identify types of cleaners, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| determine mixing sequence and mixing ratio for cleaning materials |
| B-7.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to clean masonry surfaces |
identify tools and equipment used to clean masonry surfaces, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe cleaning procedures |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- cleaner includes: acids, alkali-based, water, detergent
B-7.04 Seals masonry surfaces
B-7.04 Seals masonry surfaces
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| B-7.04.01P |
select sealant |
sealant is selected according to existing masonry and locations |
| B-7.04.02P |
verify that surface is clean and dry |
surface is cleaned and dried in order to ensure sealant adhesion and prevent trapping visible stains |
| B-7.04.03P |
apply sealant using methods |
sealant is applied using methods according to manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of variables
- masonry includes: brick, natural stone, concrete
- locations include: above grade, below grade
- methods include: brushing, spraying, rolling
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| B-7.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of sealing masonry surfaces |
identify terminology associated with sealing masonry surfaces |
| identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with sealing masonry surfaces |
| interpret drawings and job specifications, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify environmental hazards, and describe their associated safety measures |
| identify types of waterproofing and damp proofing materials, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-7.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to seal masonry surfaces |
identify tools and equipment used to seal masonry surfaces, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to seal masonry surfaces |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- types of waterproofing and damp proofing materials include: silicone-based, solvent-based, alkaline-based
Task B-8 Uses mortars, grouts and adhesives
Task descriptor
Mortars, grouts and adhesives hold and structurally support masonry units and accessories. Concrete and grouts are materials containing cementitious materials, aggregate and water, and are used to secure reinforcing within block walls. Mortars, grouts and adhesives are used in every aspect of masonry. Bricklayers must be able to safely handle, prepare and apply these products.
B-8.01 Mixes mortar, concrete, grout and adhesives
B-8.01 Mixes mortar, concrete, grout and adhesives
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| B-8.01.01P |
select mortar, concrete, grout and adhesive |
mortar, concrete, grout and adhesive is selected according to job, site and manufacturers’ specifications and codes and regulations |
| B-8.01.02P |
verify that water supply is clean and potable |
water supply is clean and potable to avoid contamination of mixture |
| B-8.01.03P |
adjust mixing conditions |
mixing conditions are adjusted according to environmental conditions, codes and regulations |
| B-8.01.04P |
measure components |
components are measured according to ratio and proportions required by manufacturers’ specifications |
| B-8.01.05P |
add admixture |
admixture is added to achieve required properties according to job and manufacturers’ specifications |
| B-8.01.06P |
add aggregate |
aggregate is added |
| B-8.01.07P |
use mixing equipment |
mixing equipment is used according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| B-8.01.08P |
time mixing |
mixing is timed according to manufacturers’ specifications, codes and regulations |
| B-8.01.09P |
assess readiness of product |
readiness of product is visually assessed for consistency and moisture content |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- admixtures include: accelerators, retardants, dyes, waterproofing
- aggregate includes: sand, gravel
- mixing equipment includes: barrel mixer, shovel, paddle mixer
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| B-8.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of mortar, concrete, grout and adhesives |
identify terminology associated with mortar, concrete, grout and adhesives |
| identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with mortar, concrete, grout and adhesives |
| identify types of mortar mixes, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify admixtures, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| determine shelf and pot life of mortars |
| identify types of concrete or grout, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe grout consistency required to fill masonry cavities |
| identify types of adhesives, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| B-8.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to mix mortar, concrete, grout and adhesives |
identify tools and equipment used to mix mortar, concrete, grout and adhesives, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to mix mortar, concrete, grout and adhesives |
| identify tests used with mortar, concrete, grout and adhesives, and describe their associated procedures |
Range of variables
- adhesives include: polymers, epoxies, resins, caulking, latex
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- mortar mixes are M, S, N, O, K
- admixtures include: accelerators, retardants, dyes, waterproofing
- tests include: strength, slump, bond
B-8.02 Uses mortars
B-8.02 Uses mortars
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| B-8.02.01P |
apply mortar |
mortar is applied using methods |
| B-8.02.02P |
assess mortar condition and usability |
mortar condition and usability is assessed |
| B-8.02.03P |
adjust mortar consistency |
mortar consistency is adjusted for specific use |
Range of variables
- methods include: buttering, spreading
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| B-8.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of mortars |
identify terminology associated with mortars |
| identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with mortars |
| identify types of mortar mixes, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify admixtures, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| determine shelf and pot life of mortars |
| B-8.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to apply mortars |
identify tools and equipment used to apply mortars, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to apply mortars |
| identify tests used with mortars, and describe their associated procedures |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- mortar mixes are M, S, N, O, K
- admixtures include: accelerators, retardants, dyes, waterproofing
- tests include: strength, slump, bond
B-8.03 Uses concrete and grout
B-8.03 Uses concrete and grout
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| B-8.03.01P |
assess wall |
wall is assessed prior to filling |
| B-8.03.02P |
prime holes |
holes are primed according to size of block and jurisdictional regulations |
| B-8.03.03P |
select processes |
processes are selected according to job and site specifications |
| B-8.03.04P |
place concrete and grout |
concrete and grout are placed using equipment |
| B-8.03.05P |
fill voids |
voids are filled by consolidating grout |
Range of variables
- processes include: high-lift (inspects clean-outs), low-lift grouting
- equipment includes: buckets, hoppers, pumps
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| B-8.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of concrete and grout |
identify terminology associated with concrete and grout |
| identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with concrete and grout |
| identify admixtures, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of concrete or grout, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe grout consistency required to fill masonry cavities |
| identify reinforcing materials, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe reinforcement requirements when pouring concrete and grout |
| B-8.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to apply concrete and grout |
identify tools and equipment used to apply concrete and grout, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures used to apply concrete and grout |
| identify tests used with concrete and grout, and describe their associated procedures |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- admixtures include: accelerators, retardants
- reinforcing materials include: fibre, rebar
- tests include: strength, slump, bond
B-8.04 Uses adhesives
B-8.04 Uses adhesives
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| B-8.04.01P |
select adhesives |
adhesives are selected according to codes and regulations |
| B-8.04.02P |
prepare surface |
surface is prepared to receive adhesives |
| B-8.04.03P |
apply adhesives |
adhesives are applied using methods |
Range of variables
- adhesives include: two-part epoxies, primers, polymers, epoxies, resins, caulking, latex, backer rod
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- methods include: trowelled, brushed on, injected, caulked
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| B-8.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of adhesives |
identify terminology associated with adhesives |
| identify jurisdictional and national codes and regulations associated with applying adhesives |
| identify types of adhesives, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| determine shelf and pot life of adhesives |
| B-8.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to apply adhesives |
identify tools and equipment used to apply adhesives, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to apply adhesives |
| identify tests used when applying adhesives and describe their associated procedures |
Range of variables
- adhesives include: two-part epoxies, primers, polymers, epoxies, resins, caulking, latex, backer rod
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- tests include: strength, bond