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Task E-15 Builds chimneys
Task descriptor
Chimneys vent gases from combusted materials. They can be residential, industrial and commercial. Chimneys can be decorative and installed in most areas of the building.
E-15.01 Builds foundation supports for chimneys
E-15.01 Builds foundation supports for chimneys
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| E-15.01.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| E-15.01.02P |
select foundation materials |
foundation materials are selected according to plans and job specifications |
| E-15.01.03P |
inspect excavation or specified area |
excavation or specified area is inspected to build foundation, according to jurisdictional regulations and task requirements |
| E-15.01.04P |
modify excavation or specified area |
excavation or specified area is modified to meet jurisdictional regulations and task requirements |
| E-15.01.05P |
calculate dimensions of chimney and layout |
chimney dimensions and layout are calculated for footings and foundations according to plans and job specifications |
| E-15.01.06P |
install reinforcing steel and connections |
reinforcing steel and connections are installed according to job specifications |
| E-15.01.07P |
place concrete in footing forms |
concrete is placed in footing forms and curing time allowed according to job specifications and jurisdictional regulations |
| E-15.01.08P |
form or build foundation wall |
foundation wall is formed or built on footing according to job specifications |
| E-15.01.09P |
build in clean-outs and flue liners |
clean-outs and flue liners are built in according to appliance requirements |
| E-15.01.10P |
confirm foundation is able to support weight of chimney |
foundation is able to support weight of chimney and is confirmed according to drawings, and job and site specifications |
Range of variables
- tools and equipment include: levels, trowels, squares, screed, wood float
- foundation materials include: concrete, concrete blocks, mortars, reinforcement steel, angle iron
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| E-15.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of building foundation supports for chimneys |
identify terminology associated with building chimneys |
| identify codes and regulations associated with building chimneys |
| identify foundation materials, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| E-15.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to build foundation supports for chimneys |
identify tools and equipment used to build foundation supports for chimneys, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to build foundation supports for chimneys |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- foundation materials include: concrete, concrete blocks, mortars, reinforcement steel, angle iron
- tools and equipment include: levels, trowels, squares, screed, wood float
E-15.02 Lays masonry units to build chimneys
E-15.02 Lays masonry units to build chimneys
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| E-15.02.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| E-15.02.02P |
select mortar |
mortar is selected according to job specifications and mortar type |
| E-15.02.03P |
calculate chimney height |
chimney height is calculated for draft according to manufacturers’ specifications, jurisdictional regulations and surrounding environment |
| E-15.02.04P |
install masonry units |
masonry units are installed according to predetermined dimensions |
| E-15.02.05P |
finish mortar joints |
mortar joints are finished according to job specifications |
Range of variables
- tools and equipment include: trowels, levels, plumb lines, measuring tapes
Knowledge
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| E-15.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of laying masonry units to build chimneys |
identify terminology associated with building chimneys |
| identify codes and regulations associated with building chimneys |
| describe fireplace and chimney operation |
| identify materials to lay chimneys, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe expansion and contraction of installation materials |
| identify types of mortar, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| E-15.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to lay masonry units to build chimneys |
identify tools and equipment used to lay masonry units to build chimneys, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to lay masonry units to build chimneys |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- materials include: fireclay or refractory mortar, bricks, blocks, stones, flue liners
- tools and equipment include: trowels, levels, plumb lines, measuring tapes
E-15.03 Installs flue lining
E-15.03 Installs flue lining
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| E-15.03.01P |
select and use tools, equipment and refractory mortar |
tools, equipment and refractory mortar are selected and used according to plans and job specifications |
| E-15.03.02P |
calculate placement of flue lining |
placement of flue lining is calculated according to appliance, manufacturers’ specifications and jurisdictional regulations |
| E-15.03.03P |
calculate flue liner height and size |
flue liner height and size are calculated to create draft |
| E-15.03.04P |
create thimble opening |
opening is created for thimble to connect appliance according to manufacturers’ specifications, and codes and regulations |
| E-15.03.05P |
place and secure flue lining |
flue lining is placed and secured using refractory mortar or stainless self-tapping screws, according to jurisdictional regulations |
Range of variables
- appliance includes: heaters, furnaces
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| E-15.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of flue lining installation in chimneys |
identify terminology associated with building chimneys |
| identify codes and regulations associated with building chimneys |
| describe fireplace and chimney operation |
| describe characteristics and applications of flue liners |
| identify materials to lay chimneys, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe expansion and contraction of installation materials |
| identify types and sizes of flues and fireboxes, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of mortar, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| E-15.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install flue lining |
identify tools and equipment used to install flue lining, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to install flue lining |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- materials include: fireclay or refractory mortar, bricks, blocks, stones, clay and stainless steel flue liners
E-15.04 Installs related flashings
E-15.04 Installs related flashings
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| E-15.04.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| E-15.04.02P |
determine flashing method |
flashing method to be used is determined according to application |
| E-15.04.03P |
cut reglet |
reglet is cut to receive counter flashing where roof material intersects chimney |
| E-15.04.04P |
cut, install and seal flashing |
flashing is cut, installed and sealed while building new chimney at roof intersections |
Range of variables
- tools and equipment include: tin snips, grinders, measuring tapes
- flashing method includes: reglet, step flashing, counter flashing
Knowledge
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Learning Objectives |
| E-15.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of flashing installation in chimneys |
identify terminology associated with building chimneys |
| identify codes and regulations associated with building chimneys |
| describe fireplace and chimney operation |
| identify flashing materials, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of insulation and flashings, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| E-15.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install flashings |
identify tools and equipment used to install flashings, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to install flashings |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- flashing materials include: self-adhesive membranes, caulking, fasteners, metal flashings
- tools and equipment include: tin snips, grinders, measuring tapes
E-15.05 Installs caps
E-15.05 Installs caps
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| E-15.05.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| E-15.05.02P |
construct cap |
cap is constructed to direct water away from chimney |
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install cap flashing and bond break |
cap flashing and bond break are installed between chimney and cap to avoid water penetration |
| E-15.05.04P |
form and create drip edge |
drip edge is formed and created according to codes and regulations |
| E-15.05.05P |
pour reinforced concrete cap |
reinforced concrete cap is poured according to codes and regulations |
| E-15.05.06P |
place pre-fabricated caps |
pre-fabricated caps are placed according to codes and regulations |
| E-15.05.07P |
insulate and seal between chimney cap and flue lining |
area between chimney cap and flue lining is insulated and sealed with non-combustible materials to protect against expansion, contraction and water penetration |
Range of variables
- tools and equipment include: hammers, tape measures, trowels, power tools
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- pre-fabricated caps include: concrete, stone, metal
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| E-15.05.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of cap installation in chimneys |
identify terminology associated with building chimneys |
| identify codes and regulations associated with building chimneys |
| identify chimney cap materials, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe expansion and contraction of installation materials |
| identify types of caps, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| E-15.05.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install caps |
identify tools and equipment used to install caps, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to install caps |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- chimney cap materials include: precast or cast concrete, flashings, insulation, caulking
- tools and equipment include: hammers, tape measures, trowels, power tools
Task E-16 Builds fireplaces
Task descriptor
Fireplaces combust material to provide heat and vent smoke and gases to the chimney. Bricklayers may have to consider location of fireplaces in relation to prevailing winds and surrounding obstacles.
E-16.01 Builds foundation for hearth, firebox, backup material and veneer
E-16.01 Builds foundation for hearth, firebox, backup material and veneer
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| E-16.01.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| E-16.01.02P |
select and install fireplace materials |
fireplace materials are selected and installed according to plans, drawings, and codes and regulations |
| E-16.01.03P |
calculate dimensions |
dimensions are calculated |
| E-16.01.04P |
create openings |
openings are created for ash dump and fresh air intake |
| E-16.01.05P |
build foundation |
foundation is built according to job specifications |
| E-16.01.06P |
build foundation supports |
foundation supports are built according to job specifications |
| E-16.01.07P |
place masonry units |
masonry units are placed to build foundation according to job specifications |
| E-16.01.08P |
form and pour concrete slab on top of foundation |
concrete slab is formed and poured on top of foundation to accommodate firebox and hearth |
Range of variables
- tools and equipment include: measuring tapes, trowels, levels
- fireplace materials include: concrete blocks, reinforced concrete, firebrick, fireclay, brick, stone, tile, mortars
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- dimensions include: projection, width and height of hearth, firebox and veneer
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| E-16.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of building foundation for hearth, firebox, backup material and veneer |
identify terminology associated with building fireplaces |
| identify codes and regulations associated with building fireplaces |
| identify types of fireplaces, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe fireplace and chimney operation |
| identify firebox materials, and describe their characteristics, applications and assembly |
| describe expansion and contraction of materials |
| identify backup and veneer materials, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of bonds, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types and sizes of inserts, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| E-16.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to build foundation for hearth, firebox, backup material and veneer |
identify tools and equipment used to build foundation for hearth, firebox, backup material and veneer, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to build foundation for hearth, firebox, backup material and veneer |
| describe procedures to calculate size of openings required for room |
| describe procedures to calculate size of flue liner based on opening |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- firebox materials include: firebrick, fireclay
- backup and veneer materials include: brick, stone, block, tile
- inserts include: electrical, gas, wood
- tools and equipment include: measuring tapes, trowels, levels
E-16.02 Builds hearth, firebox and backup
E-16.02 Builds hearth, firebox and backup
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| E-16.02.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| E-16.02.02P |
lay out dimensions |
dimensions of firebox are laid out according to size of fireplace and damper being used |
| E-16.02.03P |
lay firebricks |
firebricks are laid for inner hearth |
| E-16.02.04P |
lay backup masonry units |
backup masonry units are laid for outer hearth |
| E-16.02.05P |
install ash dump and air intake |
ash dump and air intake are installed according to manufacturers’ specifications, and codes and regulations |
| E-16.02.06P |
cut firebricks and install walls of firebox |
firebricks are cut and walls of firebox are installed |
| E-16.02.07P |
lay backup masonry units and install anchoring system |
masonry units are laid to build backup and smoke shelf behind firebox, and anchoring system installed for veneer according to codes and regulations |
Range of variables
- tools and equipment include: measuring tapes, trowels,levels
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| E-16.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of building hearth, firebox and backup |
identify terminology associated with building fireplaces |
| identify codes and regulations associated with building fireplaces |
| identify types of fireplaces, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe fireplace and chimney operation |
| identify firebox materials, and describe their characteristics, applications and assembly |
| describe expansion and contraction of materials |
| identify backup and veneer materials, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of bonds, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types and sizes of inserts, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe purpose and function of smoke shelf and smoke chamber |
| describe purpose and function of dampers |
| E-16.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to build hearth, firebox and backup |
identify tools and equipment used to build hearth, firebox and backup, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to build hearth, firebox and backup |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- firebox materials include: firebrick, fireclay
- backup and veneer materials include: brick, stone, block, tile
- inserts include: electrical, gas, wood
- tools and equipment include: measuring tapes, trowels, levels
E-16.03 Installs damper
E-16.03 Installs damper
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| E-16.03.01P |
assemble damper |
damper is assembled according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| E-16.03.02P |
position non-combustible material |
non-combustible material is positioned between damper and top of firebox to allow for expansion and contraction |
| E-16.03.03P |
set damper |
damper is set in place by ensuring that it is leveled and sealed, but not bonded to firebox |
Knowledge
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Learning Objectives |
| E-16.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of installing dampers |
identify terminology associated with building fireplaces |
| identify codes and regulations associated with building fireplaces |
| identify types of fireplaces, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe fireplace and chimney operation |
| describe expansion and contraction of materials |
| identify firebox materials, and describe their characteristics, applications and assembly |
| identify backup and veneer materials, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe purpose and function of dampers |
| E-16.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install dampers |
identify tools and equipment used to install dampers, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to install dampers |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- firebox materials include: firebrick, fireclay
- backup and veneer materials include: brick, stone, block, tile
E-16.04 Builds smoke chamber
E-16.04 Builds smoke chamber
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| E-16.04.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| E-16.04.02P |
lay out dimensions of smoke chamber |
dimensions of smoke chamber are laid out according to size of fireplace, job requirements, and codes and regulations |
| E-16.04.03P |
install lintels |
lintels are installed over damper |
| E-16.04.04P |
corbel brick |
brick is corbelled to create smoke chamber to meet flue liner according to codes and regulations |
| E-16.04.05P |
parge smoke chamber and smoke shelf |
smoke chamber and smoke shelf are parged with mortar to allow for smooth transition |
Range of variables
- tools and equipment include: levels, measuring tapes, trowels
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
Knowledge
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| E-16.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of building smoke shelf and smoke chambers |
identify terminology associated with building fireplaces |
| identify codes and regulations associated with building fireplaces |
| identify types of fireplaces, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe fireplace and chimney operation |
| describe expansion and contraction of materials |
| identify types of bonds, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe characteristics and applications of smoke shelf and smoke chambers |
| E-16.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to build smoke shelf and smoke chambers |
identify tools and equipment used to build smoke shelf and smoke chambers, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to build smoke shelf and smoke chambers |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- tools and equipment include: levels, measuring tapes, trowels
E-16.05 Prepares existing fireplace for insert
E-16.05 Prepares existing fireplace for insert
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| E-16.05.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| E-16.05.02P |
verify structural integrity of existing fireplace and chimney |
structural integrity of existing fireplace and chimney is verified |
| E-16.05.03P |
create rough opening |
rough opening is created according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| E-16.05.04P |
make modifications to existing fireplace components |
modifications to existing fireplace components are made according to job requirements |
| E-16.05.05P |
install inserts |
inserts are installed in fireplace according to manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of variables
- tools and equipment include: trowels, levels, hammers
- inserts include: electrical, gas, wood
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| E-16.05.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of maintaining fireplaces |
identify terminology associated with building fireplaces |
| identify codes and regulations associated with building fireplaces |
| identify types of inserts, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe fireplace and chimney operation |
| describe expansion and contraction of materials |
| E-16.05.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to prepare existing fireplace |
identify tools and equipment used to prepare existing fireplace |
| describe procedures to prepare existing fireplace |
Range of variables
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- inserts include: electrical, gas, wood
- tools and equipment include: trowels, levels, hammers
E-16.06 Faces fireplaces and inserts
E-16.06 Faces fireplaces and inserts
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| E-16.06.01P |
select and use tools and equipment |
tools and equipment are selected and used according to task |
| E-16.06.02P |
select veneer materials |
veneer materials are selected according to client specifications and desired finished appearance |
| E-16.06.03P |
determine mantel dimensions |
mantel dimensions are determined according to client specifications, and codes and regulations |
| E-16.06.04P |
install mantel |
mantel is installed according to client specifications, and codes and regulations |
| E-16.06.05P |
install lintels |
lintels are installed over opening |
| E-16.06.06P |
install accessories |
accessories are installed according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| E-16.06.07P |
complete masonry veneer |
masonry veneer is completed |
| E-16.06.08P |
complete facing on outer hearth |
facing on outer hearth is completed |
Range of variables
- tools and equipment include: trowels, levels, saws, bevel squares
- veneer materials include: brick, stone, block, tile
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- accessories include: fans, vents, clean-outs, doors, intake
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| E-16.06.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of facing fireplaces and inserts |
identify terminology associated with building fireplaces |
| identify codes and regulations associated with building fireplaces |
| identify types of fireplaces, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe expansion and contraction of materials |
| identify types of accessories, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of mantels, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify veneer materials, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types and sizes of inserts, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| E-16.06.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to face fireplaces and inserts |
identify tools and equipment used to face fireplaces and inserts, and describe their procedures for use |
| describe procedures to face fireplaces and inserts |
Range of variables
- inserts include: electrical, gas, wood
- codes and regulations include: NBC, CSA
- accessories include: fans, vents, clean-outs, doors, intake
- veneer materials include: brick, stone, block, tile
- tools and equipment include: trowels, levels, saws, bevel squares