Major Work Activity B Performs planning and layout

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Task B-5 Interprets documentation

Task Descriptor

Carpenters must locate information in various documents and understand the relationship between them in order to form a plan of construction.

B-5.01 - Interprets project drawings

B-5.01 - Interprets project drawings
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-5.01.01P determine measurements from paper and digital project drawings measurements from project drawings are determined using drafting instruments and digital tools
B-5.01.02P locate information for layout information for layout is located
B-5.01.03P relay drawing information to co-workers or others drawing information is relayed to co‑workers or others
B-5.01.04P identify conflicts within set of project drawings conflicts within a set of project drawings are identified taking into consideration priority of different drawings
B-5.01.05P visualize two-dimensional information into three-dimensional space two-dimensional information is visualized into three-dimensional space in order to complete project
B-5.01.06P identify grid lines grid lines are identified to determine distances and locations of key building components for layout

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-5.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of project drawings, their characteristics and applications identify types of drawings, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of drawing components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify client and manufacturers’ specifications
identify location of specifications and drawings on work site
explain importance of maintaining accurate and thorough records and creating as-built drawings
B-5.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for project drawings identify standards and regulations for project drawings and their locations

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B-5.02 - Interprets specifications

B-5.02 - Interprets specifications
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-5.02.01P identify products, materials and installation procedures products, materials and installation procedures are identified according to project documents
B-5.02.02P determine when alternatives can be used alternatives are determined according to project requirements
B-5.02.03P cross-reference various documents various documents are cross-referenced according to project requirements

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-5.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of project documents, their characteristics and applications identify types of project documents, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify client and manufacturers’ specifications
identify elements of project documents containing specifications
identify location of project documents on work site
explain importance of maintaining accurate and thorough records
B-5.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for specifications identify standards and regulations for specifications and their locations

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B-5.03 - Interprets safety documentation

B-5.03 - Interprets safety documentation
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-5.03.01P identify OH&S requirements OH&S requirements are identified according to jurisdictional regulations and company policies
B-5.03.02P identify safety precautions and procedures safety precautions and procedures are identified according to safety documentation
B-5.03.03P use information found in safety documentation information found in safety documentation is used to employ safe work procedures
B-5.03.04P document workplace health and safety risks risk assessment documentation is complete with all potential risks and mitigations identified

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-5.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of safety documentation, their characteristics and applications identify types of safety documentation, and describe their characteristics and applications
explain importance of maintaining accurate and thorough records
B-5.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of risk assessment identify workplace risks
identify risk mitigation strategy
B-5.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for safety documentation identify standards and regulations for safety documentation and their locations

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B-5.04 - Interprets workplace documentation

B-5.04 - Interprets workplace documentation
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-5.04.01P identify how workplace documents affect project requirements effects of workplace documents on project requirements are identified
B-5.04.02P identify pertinent information on in-house documents and reports pertinent information on in-house documents and reports is identified according to project

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-5.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of workplace documents, their characteristics and applications identify types of workplace documents, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of reports, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify location of workplace documents on work site
explain importance of maintaining accurate and thorough records
B-5.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for workplace documents identify standards and regulations for workplace documents and their locations

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Task B-6 Organizes work

Task Descriptor

Scheduling of work tasks and organization of materials are important to ensure project efficiencies, product quality, and safety of workers and the public.

B-6.01 - Schedules work sequence

B-6.01 - Schedules work sequence
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-6.01.01P identify and plan sequence of steps sequence of steps is identified and planned to ensure efficient and safe process, and quality product according to scope of work
B-6.01.02P coordinate delivery of materials delivery of materials is coordinated according to schedule and sequencing of project
B-6.01.03P coordinate work with other trades work is coordinated with other trades according to project critical path and sequence of work
B-6.01.04P estimate time to complete tasks task completion matches estimated time
B-6.01.05P adapt to changing environmental conditions changing environmental conditions are adapted to
B-6.01.06P account for changes in schedule alternate plans are developed to account for changes in schedule

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-6.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of scheduling work sequence identify task requirements and their impact on scheduling work sequence
describe considerations when determining material delivery and lead times
describe considerations when determining material storage requirements
describe procedures to coordinate necessary components to be installed by other trades
describe procedure to plan project schedule and task sequence
identify environmental conditions and their impact on scheduling work sequence
identify changes in schedule and their impact on scheduling work sequence

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B-6.02 - Performs site preparation

B-6.02 - Performs site preparation
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
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Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-6.02.01P assess requirements for utilities and identify locations of existing utilities utility requirements are assessed and locations of existing utilities are identified
B-6.02.02P plan access and egress to and from project site access and egress to and from project site is planned for safe movement of workers and efficient delivery of materials
B-6.02.03P determine requirements for temporary structures temporary structures are planned according to plans, specifications, codes, regulations and project requirements
B-6.02.04P construct enclosures and supports for temporary utilities enclosures and supports are constructed for temporary utilities according to plans, specifications, codes and regulations
B-6.02.05P install fencing, control gates and hoarding fencing, control gates and hoarding is installed to prevent injury to public and loss of materials and tools
B-6.02.06P set up storage for building materials storage is set up for building materials considering accessibility, crane location, safety of workers, security, material requirements and prefab area
B-6.02.07P prepare location for materials and deliveries location for materials and deliveries is prepared according to construction sequence and security considerations
B-6.02.08P remove obstructions obstructions are removed according to plans and specifications, and site requirements
B-6.02.09P provide temporary protection of environment temporary protection of environment is provided according to plans, specifications and environmental regulations
B-6.02.10P lock out and tag out sources of potential energy sources of potential energy are locked out and tagged out according to jurisdictional regulations and company policies

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-6.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of site preparation identify on-site conditions and requirements, and describe their characteristics
describe how site work impacts environment
describe procedures to locate and identify utilities
describe excavation techniques, types of soil, water problems and shoring requirements
describe building techniques or practices
describe types and classifications of hazardous materials
describe storage and handling requirements for hazardous materials
identify tools and equipment used for site preparation, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures for site preparation
describe lockout and tagout procedures
B-6.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements for site preparation identify training requirements for site preparation
identify certification requirements for material handling equipment
B-6.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for site preparation identify standards and regulations for site preparation

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B-6.03 - Performs quantity takeoff

B-6.03 - Performs quantity takeoff
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-6.03.01P perform calculations calculations are performed to determine required quantities of materials taking into account application of material, waste and reuse of available material
B-6.03.02P determine required quantities of materials required quantities of materials are determined according to project drawings, on-site measurements and change orders
Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-6.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to perform quantity takeoff identify tools and equipment used to perform quantity takeoff, and describe their procedures for use
identify physical and electronic estimating tools, and describe their procedures for use
identify calculations performed to determine required quantities of materials
describe procedures to determine required quantities of materials using project drawings, specifications and on-site measurements

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B-6.04 Organizes materials

B-6.04 Organizes materials
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
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Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-6.04.01P arrange delivered materials and confirm their delivery delivered materials are arranged to maximize efficiency and productivity, and their delivery is confirmed
B-6.04.02P protect materials materials are protected from conditions to ensure product integrity
B-6.04.03P store and handle hazardous materials hazardous materials are stored and handled according to jurisdictional regulations, manufacturers’ specifications and company policies
B-6.04.04P place materials materials are placed to avoid excessive point loading on existing structures, to protect surroundings and people, and to facilitate installation sequence

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-6.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to organize materials describe procedures to order, receive, organize and store materials
describe procedures to protect product integrity
describe acclimatization requirements of materials
B-6.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of hazardous materials describe types, classifications and symbols of hazardous materials
describe storage and handling requirements for hazardous materials
B-6.04.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements for organizing materials identify training and certification requirements for storage and handling requirements for hazardous materials
identify certification requirements for material handling equipment

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Task B-7 Performs layout

Task Descriptor

Layout means to use information from construction drawings to create physical structures and their various components with accuracy while maintaining structural integrity and efficient use of materials. Laying out involves measuring, calculating and marking locations of components and cuts in preparation for construction.

B-7.01 - Performs site layout

B-7.01 - Performs site layout
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
B-7.01.02P determine location of building and other structures location of building and other structures is determinedfrom survey control points found in project drawings
B-7.01.03P place layout structures layout structures are placed to identify location of buildings and other structures

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to perform site layout describe characteristics and applications of site layout
identify tools and equipment used to perform site layout, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to perform site layout
describe applications for using survey control points
identify layout structures, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe geometry and calculations used to perform layout
describe basic survey theory used to perform layout
identify task requirements, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify other trades/sub-trades to take into consideration
identify procedures to locate underground/hidden utilities
identify site conditions, and describe their characteristics
B-7.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for performing site layout identify standards and regulations for performing site layout

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B-7.02 - Lays out concrete formwork

B-7.02 - Lays out concrete formwork
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
B-7.02.02P establish and follow grid lines, and determine offsets grid lines are established and followed, and offsets are determined according to drawings
B-7.02.03P determine elevations of building components elevations of building components are determined using benchmarks according to drawings and specifications, and site requirements and conditions
B-7.02.04P determine locations of penetrations, voids and openings locations of penetrations, voids and openings in concrete are determined according to drawings
B-7.02.05P locate building components building components are located according to drawings, grid lines and control points
B-7.02.06P apply measurements from project drawings to structures measurements on structures reflect those on drawings
B-7.02.07P establish and transfer control points control points are established and transferred according to drawings using layout tools
B-7.02.08P determine elevation and location of falsework elevation and location of falsework is determined according to benchmarks, codes, drawings and specifications
B-7.02.09P identify locations of temporary shoring locations of temporary shoring are identified according to drawings

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of concrete formwork, their characteristics and applications describe characteristics and applications of concrete formwork
identify types of concrete formwork materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
B-7.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to lay out concrete formwork identify tools and equipment used to lay out concrete formwork, and describe their procedures for use
describe the use of drawings for layout
describe procedures to lay out concrete formwork
describe importance of grid lines, offsets and control points
identify locations of concrete formwork, shoring and reshoring
describe geometry and calculations used to perform layout
describe basic survey theory used to perform layout
identify task requirements, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify other trades/sub-trades to take into consideration
identify building components, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe forming techniques, their characteristics and applications
identify site conditions, and describe their characteristics
B-7.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for laying out concrete formwork identify standards and regulations for laying out concrete formwork

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B-7.03 - Lays out floors

B-7.03 - Lays out floors
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
B-7.03.02P determine quarter points for built-up beams quarter points for built-up beams are determined according to codes
B-7.03.03P determine lengths and size of material required for built-up beams lengths and size of material required for built-up beams are determined according to codes
B-7.03.04P determine material requirements used for engineered beams material requirements used for engineered beams are determined according to engineered drawings
B-7.03.05P determine lengths and size of material required for steel beams lengths and size of material required for steel beams are determined according to codes
B-7.03.06P mark locations of building components locations of building components are marked
B-7.03.07P identify joist locations and spacing joist locations and spacing are identified to ensure support for walls and to allow for openings and offsets according to drawings and code
B-7.03.08P verify accuracy of layout accuracy of layout is verified by performing checks according to drawings
B-7.03.09P determine locations of penetrations and openings locations of penetrations and openings are determined according to drawings and specifications

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of floors, their characteristics and applications identify types of floor framing materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
B-7.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to lay out floors identify tools and equipment used to lay out floors, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to lay out floors
identify elevation of finished flooring
describe procedures to perform checks
describe procedure to lay out beam quarter points
describe geometry and calculations used to perform layout
identify task requirements, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify other trades/sub-trades to take into consideration
identify procedure for communicating work deficiencies and discrepancies
identify building components, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe framing techniques, their characteristics and applications
B-7.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for laying out floors identify standards and regulations for laying out floors

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B-7.04 - Lays out decks

B-7.04 - Lays out decks
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.04.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
B-7.04.02P mark locations and determine size of deck components locations are marked and size of deck components are determined according to drawings, standards and regulations
B-7.04.03P determine locations of anchor points locations of anchor points are determined according to drawings and specifications
B-7.04.04P determine locations of penetrations and openings locations of penetrations and openings are determined according to drawings and specifications
B-7.04.05P verify accuracy of layout by performing checks accuracy of layout is verified by performing checks
B-7.04.06P identify slope requirements slope requirements are identified to allow for drainage and water-shedding according to drawings and specifications
B-7.04.07P identify membrane requirements membrane requirements are identified to protect material from moisture according to drawings and specifications

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of decks, their characteristics and applications identify deck components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of deck materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
B-7.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to lay out decks identify tools and equipment used to lay out decks, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to lay out decks
describe procedures to perform checks
describe importance of anchor points
describe importance of attachment and maintaining building envelope of existing structure
describe importance of structural deck supports for load bearing and frost protection
describe geometry and calculations used to perform layout
identify task requirements, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify other trades/sub-trades to take into consideration
identify procedures to locate underground/hidden utilities
describe framing techniques, their characteristics and applications
identify site conditions, and describe their characteristics
B-7.04.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for laying out decks and deck components identify standards and regulations for laying out decks and deck components

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B-7.05 - Lays out walls

B-7.05 - Lays out walls
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.05.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
B-7.05.02P identify wall locations wall locations are identified according to drawings and specifications
B-7.05.03P determine key measurements key measurements are determined according to drawings and specifications, and task requirements
B-7.05.04P identify stud locations and wall openings stud locations and wall openings are identified by marking wall plates according to drawings and specifications
B-7.05.05P determine locations of framing members and various components locations of framing members and various components are determined to ensure structural integrity according to drawings and specifications

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.05.01L demonstrate knowledge of walls, their characteristics and applications identify types of walls, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of wall materials, and describe their limits, characteristics and applications
B-7.05.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to lay out walls identify tools and equipment used to lay out walls, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to lay out walls
describe geometry and calculations used to perform layout
identify task requirements, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify other trades/sub-trades to take into consideration
identify wall components, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe framing techniques, their characteristics and applications
B-7.05.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for laying out walls identify standards and regulations for laying out walls

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B-7.06 - Lays out ceilings

B-7.06 - Lays out ceilings
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.06.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
B-7.06.02P determine and mark locations of ceiling components locations of ceiling components are determined and marked according to drawings and specifications
B-7.06.03P determine and mark locations of bulkheads and ceiling openings locations of bulkheads and ceiling openings for mechanical fixtures and penetrations are determined and marked according to drawings and specifications
B-7.06.04P determine and mark elevation of ceiling elevation of ceiling is determined and marked using levels according to drawings and specifications

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.06.01L demonstrate knowledge of ceilings, their characteristics and applications identify types of ceilings, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify ceiling components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
B-7.06.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to lay out ceilings identify tools and equipment used to lay out ceilings, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to lay out ceilings
describe geometry and calculations used to perform layout
identify task requirements, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify other trades/sub-trades to take into consideration
describe framing techniques, their characteristics and applications
B-7.06.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for laying out ceilings identify standards and regulations for laying out ceilings

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B-7.07 - Lays out roofs

B-7.07 - Lays out roofs
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.07.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
B-7.07.02P mark locations of rafters and roof openings on walls locations of rafters and roof openings on walls are marked according to drawings and specifications
B-7.07.03P determine roof framing component measurements roof framing component measurements are determined, taking into account adjustments, according to calculations, drawings and specifications
B-7.07.04P mark measurements on lumber measurements are marked on lumber according to drawings and specifications using methods
B-7.07.05P mark locations of prefabricated roof systems locations of prefabricated roof systems are marked on wall plates according to drawings and specifications
B-7.07.06P mark bracing and blocking locations of roofs bracing and blocking locations of roofs are marked according tostandards and regulations, drawings and specifications
B-7.07.07P mark locations of roof framing components, penetrations and openings roof framing components, penetrations and openings are marked according to standards and regulations, drawings and specifications

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Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.07.01L demonstrate knowledge of roofs, their characteristics and applications identify roof styles and types, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify roof framing components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify roof penetrations and openings, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of roof framing materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of roofing materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
B-7.07.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to lay out roofs identify tools and equipment used to lay out roofs, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to lay out roofs
describe actual and theoretical roof measurements, adjustmentsand deductions
describe procedures to lay out hand-cut roof framing components
describe procedures to lay out trusses
describe geometry and calculations used to perform layout
identify task requirements, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify other trades/sub-trades to take into consideration
describe framing techniques, their characteristics and applications
B-7.07.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for laying out roofs identify standards and regulations for laying out roofs

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B-7.08 - Lays out stairs

B-7.08 - Lays out stairs
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.08.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
B-7.08.02P measure and calculate total rise and run of stairs, and length of stairwell opening total rise and run of stairs and length of stairwell opening are measured and calculated according to drawings, specifications, standards and regulations
B-7.08.03P determine and mark measurements measurements are determined and marked according to drawings, specifications, standards and regulations
B-7.08.04P mark stringers stringers are marked using layout tools taking into consideration adjustments for nosings, risers, tread, effective depth and finished floor thicknesses
B-7.08.05P lay out forms for exterior concrete stairs forms are laid out for exterior concrete stairs taking into account adjustments for water runoff
B-7.08.06P lay out forms for interior concrete stairs forms are laid out for interior concrete stairs
B-7.08.07P determine placement of embeds in concrete stairs placement of embeds in concrete stairs is determined according to drawings and specifications
B-7.08.08P determine and mark location and size of geometric stair components location and size of geometric stair components are determined and marked according to drawings, specifications and standards and regulations

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.08.01L demonstrate knowledge of stairs, their characteristics and applications describe characteristics and applications of stairs
identify stair components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of stair materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
B-7.08.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to lay out stairs identify tools and equipment used to lay out stairs, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to lay out stairs
describe stairwell calculations performed during layout
describe geometry and calculations used to perform layout
identify task requirements, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify other trades/sub-trades to take into consideration
describe stair construction techniques, their characteristics and applications
B-7.08.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for laying out stairs identify standards and regulations for laying out stairs

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B-7.09 - Lays out balustrades

B-7.09 - Lays out balustrades
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.09.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
B-7.09.02P measure and calculate total rise and run of balustrades, and length of opening total rise and run of balustrades and length of opening are measured and calculated according to drawings, specifications, standards and regulations
B-7.09.03P determine and mark measurements measurements are determined and marked according to drawings, specifications, standards and regulations
B-7.09.04P determine and mark location and size of balustrade components location and size of balustrade components are determined and marked according to drawings, specifications, standards and regulations

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.09.01L demonstrate knowledge of balustrades, their characteristics and applications describe characteristics and applications of balustrades
identify balustrade components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of balustrade materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
B-7.09.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to lay out balustrades identify tools and equipment used to lay out balustrades, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to lay out balustrades
describe geometry and calculations used to perform layout
identify task requirements, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify other trades/sub-trades to take into consideration
describe balustrade construction techniques, their characteristics and applications
B-7.09.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for laying out balustrades identify standards and regulations for laying out balustrades

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