Major Work Activity D - Performs framing

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Task D-10 Constructs floor systems

Task Descriptor

Carpenters construct floor systems to separate the storeys of a building, support walls and create usable space.

D-10.01 - Installs engineered floor systems

D-10.01 - Installs engineered floor systems
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
D-10.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
D-10.01.02P assess and adjust floor systems floor systems are assessed and adjusted for pre-existing conditions
D-10.01.03P identify sequence of installation for components specified sequence of installation for components is identified according to project requirements
D-10.01.04P build and install beams beams are built and installed according to drawings, specifications and codes
D-10.01.05P frame rough openings rough openings are framed according to drawings and specifications
D-10.01.06P install lateral and vertical bracing lateral and vertical bracing is installed according to drawings and specifications
D-10.01.07P install components components are installed according to drawings and specifications
D-10.01.08P place and secure sheathing on joists sheathing is placed and secured in staggered pattern on joists to ensure square and strength according to codes, drawings and specifications

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-10.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of engineered floor systems, their characteristics and applications identify types of engineered floor systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify engineered flooring components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify components of mass timber, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify floor supports such as load-bearing walls and beams, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe cantilever beams and joists and their applications and framing practices for them
identify floor sheathing, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify components of post and beam framing, and describe their characteristics and applications
D-10.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install engineered floor systems identify tools and equipment used to install engineered floor systems, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install engineered floor systems
identify other trades/sub-trades to take into consideration
D-10.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements for installing engineered floor systems identify training and certification requirements for installing engineered floor systems
D-10.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for installing engineered floor systems identify standards and regulations for installing engineered floor systems

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D-10.02 - Constructs dimensional lumber floor framing

D-10.02 - Constructs dimensional lumber floor framing
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
D-10.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
D-10.02.02P assess and adjust floor systems floor systems are assessed and adjusted for pre-existing conditions
D-10.02.03P inspect and select floor members floor members are inspected for defects and quality members are selected
D-10.02.04P install floor members floor members are installed considering crown placement
D-10.02.05P install joist restraints joist restraints are installed according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-10.02.06P frame rough openings rough openings are framed according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-10.02.07P notch and drill framing components framing components are notched and drilled according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-10.02.08P place and secure sheathing on joists sheathing is placed and secured in staggered pattern on joists to ensure square and strength according to codes, drawings and specifications

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-10.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of dimensional lumber floor framing, their characteristics and applications identify types of dimensional lumber floor framing, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify floor framing components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify floor supports such as load-bearing walls and beams, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify grade stamps and describe related terminology
describe cantilever beams and joists, their applications and framing practices
identify floor sheathing, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify components of post and beam framing, and describe their characteristics and applications
D-10.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to construct dimensional lumber floor framing identify tools and equipment used to construct dimensional lumber floor framing, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to construct dimensional lumber floor framing
identify other trades/sub-trades to take into consideration
D-10.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for constructing dimensional lumber floor framing identify standards and regulations for constructing dimensional lumber floor framing

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Task D-11 Constructs deck systems

Task Descriptor

Carpenters design and construct deck systems and install components. They ensure that deck systems comply with municipal, provincial, territorial and national codes. Decks must have structural integrity, and when fastened to building structures, must take into account building envelope components. They should not interfere with the effectiveness and integrity of the envelope. It should be noted that ramps are included in this task about deck construction.

D-11.01 - Constructs decks

D-11.01 - Constructs 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
D-11.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
D-11.01.02P select materials materials are selected according to exposure to elements, deck finish, compatibility, drawings and specifications
D-11.01.03P select fasteners and connectors fasteners and connectors are selected according to compatibility, codes, drawings and specifications
D-11.01.04P install structural members and fasteners structural members and fasteners are installed to support deck according to compatibility, codes, drawings and specifications
D-11.01.05P fasten header joist/rim board/ledger to structures and supports header joist/rim board/ledger are fastened to structures and supports according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-11.01.06P install joist to header joist/rim board/ledger joist is installed to header joist/rim board/ledger using fasteners according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-11.01.07P slope deck deck is sloped according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-11.01.08P install deck surface deck surface is installed to complete deck finish according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-11.01.09P install flashings and membranes flashings and membranes are installed according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-11.01.10P maintain integrity of building envelope integrity of building envelope is maintained according to drawings and specifications

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-11.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of decks, their characteristics and applications identify types of decks, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify deck components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of fasteners and connectors, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify structural members, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of column bearings, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe deck surface patterns
identify types and construction of railings, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe importance of maintaining integrity of building envelope
D-11.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to construct decks identify tools and equipment used to construct decks, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to construct decks
identify PPE required for working with treated lumber
D-11.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for constructing decks identify standards and regulations for constructing decks

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D-11.02 - Installs deck components

D-11.02 - Installs deck components
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
D-11.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
D-11.02.02P select guardrail material guardrail material is selected according to drawings and specifications
D-11.02.03P select fasteners and connectors fasteners and connectors are selected according to application and codes
D-11.02.04P determine location of balustrades location of balustrades are determined according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-11.02.05P measure and cut material material is measured and cut according to site conditions, drawings and specifications
D-11.02.06P fasten and space balustrades balustrades are fastened and spaced according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-11.02.07P construct, assemble and install deck components and accessories deck components and accessories are constructed, assembled and installed according to codes, drawings and specifications

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-11.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of deck components, their characteristics and applications identify deck components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of fasteners and connectors, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of railings, and describe their characteristics, applications and construction
D-11.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install deck components identify tools and equipment used to install deck components, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install deck components
describe sequence and procedures to construct stairs
describe procedures to construct ramps
D-11.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for installing deck components identify standards and regulations for installing deck components

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Task D-12 Constructs wall systems

Task Descriptor

Carpenters construct wall systems to define areas within buildings and to provide structural integrity. Wall systems also are used as exterior surfaces to enclose structures and to shelter from elements.

D-12.01 - Installs engineered wall systems

D-12.01 - Installs engineered wall systems
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
D-12.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
D-12.01.02P assess and adjust wall systems wall systems are assessed and adjusted for pre-existing conditions
D-12.01.03P frame rough openings rough openings are framed according to drawings and specifications
D-12.01.04P install bracing (lateral and temporary) bracing (lateral and temporary) is installed to maintain design according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-12.01.05P fit and secure panels together panels are fit and secured together
D-12.01.06P place and secure sheathing on studs sheathing on studs are placed and secured according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-12.01.07P install engineered wall components engineered wall components are installed according to drawings and specifications
D-12.01.08P install lintel bearing lintel bearing is installed directly on supporting members according to drawings and specifications
D-12.01.09P install pre-fabricated wall systems pre-fabricated wall systems are installed according to specifications
D-12.01.10P install membranes and fire protection materials membranes and fire protection materials are installed according to codes, drawings and specifications to enhance durability, improve energy performance and maintain integrity of building envelope

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-12.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of engineered wall systems, their characteristics and applications identify types of engineered wall systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify materials used in engineered wall systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe door and window rough opening clearances
describe blocking, backing and back framing requirements
describe preserved wood foundations, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of beam supports, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of beams, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify components of mass timber, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify load bearing wall requirements
describe load transfer and point loading
describe framing requirements for openings
describe notching and drilling requirements
describe fastening requirements
identify membranes and fire protection systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify components of post and beam framing, and describe their characteristics and applications
D-12.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install engineered wall systems identify tools and equipment used to install engineered wall systems, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install engineered wall systems
D-12.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements for installing engineered wall systems identify training and certification requirements for installing engineered wall systems
D-12.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for installing engineered wall systems identify standards and regulations for installing engineered wall systems

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D-12.02 - Constructs dimensional lumber wall framing

D-12.02 - Constructs dimensional lumber wall framing
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
D-12.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
D-12.02.02P assess and adjust wall framing wall framing is assessed and adjusted for pre-existing conditions
D-12.02.03P install gaskets and sill plates gaskets and sill plates are installed according to drawings and specifications
D-12.02.04P install wall members wall members are installed with crowns in same direction
D-12.02.05P frame rough openings rough openings are framed according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-12.02.06P notch and drill framing components framing components are notched and drilled according to code requirements
D-12.02.07P install stud restraints stud restraints are installed according to code requirements
D-12.02.08P place and secure sheathing on studs sheathing is placed and secured on studs to maintain design according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-12.02.09P install bracing bracing is installed to maintain design according to drawings and specifications
D-12.02.10P install backing in exterior and interior walls backing in exterior and interior walls is installed to provide support for interior finish components
D-12.02.11P install membranes and fire protection materials membranes and fire protection materials are installed according to codes, drawings and specifications to enhance durability and improve energy performance
D-12.02.12P square and plumb walls walls are squared and plumbed

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-12.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of dimensional lumber wall framing, their characteristics and applications identify types of dimensional lumber wall framing, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of wall systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify materials used in wall systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify grade stamps and describe related terminology
describe framing requirements and clearances for openings
describe blocking and backing requirements
identify preserved wood foundations, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of beam supports, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of beams, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe load bearing wall requirements
describe transfer of load and point loading
describe notching and drilling requirements
describe fastening requirements
identify membranes and fire protection systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify components of post and beam framing, and describe their characteristics and applications
D-12.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to construct and erect dimensional lumber wall framing identify tools and equipment used to construct and erect dimensional lumber wall framing, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to construct and erect dimensional lumber wall framing
describe procedures to coordinate necessary components to be installed by other trades
D-12.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for constructing dimensional lumber wall framing identify standards and regulations for constructing dimensional lumber wall framing

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Task D-13 Constructs roof and ceiling systems

Task Descriptor

Carpenters construct roof and ceiling systems to enclose buildings and to protect from elements.

D-13.01 - Installs engineered trusses

D-13.01 - Installs engineered trusses
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
D-13.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
D-13.01.02P assess and adjust engineered trusses engineered trusses are assessed and adjusted for pre-existing conditions according to engineer requirements
D-13.01.03P fit and secure girders and sections together girders and sections are fit and secured together according to drawings and specifications
D-13.01.04P align and plumb trusses trusses are aligned and plumbed to ensure straight roof according to drawings and specifications
D-13.01.05P install temporary bracing temporary bracing is installed to maintain plumb, level, square and secure trusses
D-13.01.06P install permanent lateral and angle bracing permanent lateral and angle bracing is installed according to drawings and specifications
D-13.01.07P frame rough openings rough openings are framed according to specifications, project drawings and codes
D-13.01.08P install truss components truss components are installed according to drawings and specifications
D-13.01.09P install components within trusses components within trusses areinstalled according to drawings and specifications
D-13.01.10P install and align fascia boards fascia boards are installed and aligned
D-13.01.11P construct and install parapet walls, curbs and cant strips parapet walls, curbs and cant strips are constructed and installed according to drawings and specifications
D-13.01.12P install purlins purlinsare installedaccording to drawings and specifications
D-13.01.13P install sheathing sheathingis installedaccording to drawings and specifications
D-13.01.14P make allowances for attic venting allowances for attic venting are made according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-13.01.15P make allowances for roof drainage allowances for roof drainage are made according to codes, drawings and specifications

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-13.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of engineered trusses, their characteristics and applications identify types of engineered trusses, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of roof and ceiling systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify truss components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify components within trusses, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe framing requirements for openings
identify beam supports, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of beams, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify load supports, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of loads, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe load bearing requirements
describe load bearing wall requirements
describe geometry and calculations used to perform layout
describe blocking and backing requirements
describe notching and drilling requirements
identify components of post and beam framing
D-13.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of rigging trusses for crane lift identify attachment points for lifting engineered trusses
D-13.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install engineered trusses identify tools and equipment used to install engineered trusses, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install engineered trusses
describe procedures to install sheathing
describe procedures to install purlins
D-13.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for installing engineered trusses identify standards and regulations for installing engineered trusses

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D-13.02 - Constructs roof and ceiling framing

D-13.02 - Constructs roof and ceiling framing
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
D-13.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
D-13.02.02P select species and size of lumber species and size of lumber are selected according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-13.02.03P assess and adjust roof and ceiling framing roof and ceiling framing is assessed and adjusted for pre-existing conditions
D-13.02.04P cut roof and ceiling members roof and ceiling members are cut according to layout lines, standards and regulations
D-13.02.05P align ridge and rafter tails ridge and rafter tails are aligned to ensure straight fascia according to cornice design
D-13.02.06P install temporary bracing temporary bracing is installed to secure roof members
D-13.02.07P install permanent lateral and angle bracing permanent lateral and angle bracing is installed to maintain structural integrity
D-13.02.08P frame rough openings rough openings are framed according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-13.02.09P install blocking and backing blocking and backing are installed according to codes
D-13.02.10P install equal and unequal slope intersecting roof components equal and unequal slope intersecting roof components are installedaccording to codes, drawings and specifications
D-13.02.11P install fascia boards fascia boards are installed according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-13.02.12P place strapping, sheathing and purlins strapping, sheathing and purlins are placed perpendicular to rafters to maintain structural integrity
D-13.02.13P construct and install parapet walls, curbs and cant strips parapet walls, curbs and cant strips are constructed and installed according to drawings and specifications
D-13.02.14P make allowances for attic venting allowances for attic venting are made according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-13.02.15P make allowances for roof drainage allowances for roof drainage are made according to codes, drawings and specifications
D-13.02.16P install engineered timber components engineered timber components are installed according to drawings and specifications

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-13.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of roof and ceiling framing, their characteristics and applications identify types of roof and ceiling framing, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of roof and ceiling members, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe framing requirements for openings
identify beam supports, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of beams, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify load supports, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of loads, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe load bearing requirements
describe load bearing wall requirements
identify requirements for attic ventilation
identify requirements for roof drainage
identify roofing components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify connectors and supports, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe blocking and backing requirements
identify notching and drilling limitations
identify engineered timber components
identify grade stamps and describe related terminology
D-13.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to construct roof and ceiling framing identify tools and equipment used to construct roof and ceiling framing, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to construct roof and ceiling framing
describe sequence of assembly for engineered timber components
D-13.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for constructing roof and ceiling framing identify standards and regulations for constructing roof and ceiling framing

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