Major Work Activity E - Performs exterior finishing

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Task E-14 Installs exterior doors and windows

Task Descriptor

Carpenters install exterior doors and windows to ensure energy efficient construction. This is essential to maintain the integrity of the building envelope.

E-14.01 - Installs exterior jambs/frames

E-14.01 - Installs exterior jambs/frames
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
E-14.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
E-14.01.02P select frames for openings frames for openings are selected according to schedule, drawings and specifications
E-14.01.03P assess and adjust rough openings rough openings are assessed and adjusted for pre-existing conditions
E-14.01.04P prepare hinges and bolt locations on metal door frames hinges and bolt locations on metal door frames are prepared to protect from grout and mortar
E-14.01.05P brace metal door frames metal door frames are braced for plumb, square and support
E-14.01.06P align adjacent jambs/frames adjacent jambs/frames are aligned with each other
E-14.01.07P level head jamb and plumb side jambs head jamb is level and side jambs are plumb
E-14.01.08P secure jambs/frames jambs/frames are secured by shimming and fastening to steel, wood and masonry
E-14.01.09P insulate cavity around jambs/frames cavity around jambs/frames is insulated to create a thermal break according to codes and project requirements
E-14.01.10P coordinate with other trades other trades are coordinated with to ensure considerations are made for components and exterior door and window hardware
E-14.01.11P install membrane and flashing around outside exterior jamb’s trim membrane and flashing is installed around outside exterior jamb’s trim according to codes and project requirements

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
E-14.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of exterior jambs and frames, their characteristics and applications identify types of exterior window and door jambs/frames, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of exterior doors and windows, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify exterior door components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify weather protection systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify air and vapour barriers, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of exterior door and window hardware, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify exterior door and window schedules, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe barrier-free access requirements
E-14.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install exterior jambs/frames identify tools and equipment used to install exterior jambs/frames, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install exterior jambs/frames
E-14.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for installing exterior jambs/frames identify standards and regulations for installing exterior jambs/frames

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E-14.02 - Installs exterior doors

E-14.02 - Installs exterior doors
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
E-14.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
E-14.02.02P select door type and exterior door components door type and exterior door components are selected according to door schedule, drawings and specifications
E-14.02.03P determine swing for pedestrian doors swing is determined for pedestrian doors according to door schedule, codes, drawings and project requirements
E-14.02.04P mark door slab and jamb for hinge location door slab and jamb are marked for hinge location according to jamb or door type and project requirements
E-14.02.05P mortise hinge gains on slab and jambs hinge gains are mortised on slab and jambs according to jamb or door type and project requirements
E-14.02.06P secure door to jamb using fasteners door is secured to jamb using fasteners according to manufacturers’ specifications
E-14.02.07P install weather protection systems weather protection systems are installed according to manufacturers’ specifications, door hardware schedule and project requirements
E-14.02.08P install door accessories door accessories are installed according to manufacturers’ specifications, door hardware schedule and project requirements
E-14.02.09P coordinate with other trades other trades are coordinated with to ensure considerations are made for exterior door components and hardware
E-14.02.10P verify operation operation is verified according to codes and project requirements

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
E-14.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of exterior doors, their characteristics and applications identify exterior door types, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of fasteners, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of membranes and flashings, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of door jambs/frames, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify exterior door components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify door accessories, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify weather protection systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify air and vapour barriers, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types and styles of exterior door hardware, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify exterior door schedules, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe barrier-free access requirements
E-14.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install exterior doors identify tools and equipment used to install exterior doors, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install exterior doors
E-14.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements for installing exterior doors identify training and certification requirements for installing exterior doors and specialty hardware (security)
E-14.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for installing exterior doors identify standards and regulations for installing exterior doors

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E-14.03 - Installs exterior windows

E-14.03 - Installs exterior windows
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
E-14.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
E-14.03.02P select windows windows are selected according to window schedule, codes and project requirements
E-14.03.03P assess and adjust rough openings rough openings are assessed and adjusted for pre-existing conditions
E-14.03.04P place and secure window in rough opening window is placed and secured in rough opening using shims and fasteners to level and plumb
E-14.03.05P brace window frames window frames are braced for plumb, square and support
E-14.03.06P align adjacent jambs/frames adjacent jambs/frames are aligned with each other and other units according to project requirements
E-14.03.07P install weather protection systems weather protection systems are installed according to codes, drawings, specifications, window hardware schedule and project requirements
E-14.03.08P coordinate with other trades other trades are coordinated with to ensure considerations are made for components
E-14.03.09P verify operation operation is verified according to codes and project requirements

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
E-14.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of exterior windows, their characteristics and applications identify types of exterior windows, and describe their characteristics and applications including their energy efficiency
identify types of window jambs/frames, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify exterior window components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify weather protection systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify air and vapour barriers, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types and styles of exterior window hardware, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify exterior window schedules, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe egress requirements
E-14.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install exterior windows identify tools and equipment used to install exterior windows, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install exterior windows
E-14.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for installing exterior windows identify standards and regulations for installing exterior windows

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E-14.04 - Installs exterior door and window hardware

E-14.04 - Installs exterior door and window hardware
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
E-14.04.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
E-14.04.02P select exterior door and window hardware exterior door and window hardware is selected according to specifications, codes, and door and window hardware schedule
E-14.04.03P position exterior door and window hardware exterior door and window hardware is positioned using layout tools according to specifications, codes and project requirements
E-14.04.04P secure exterior door and window hardware exterior door and window hardware is secured to door or window according to specifications
E-14.04.05P adjust exterior door and window hardware exterior door and window hardware is adjusted to ensure smooth operation
E-14.04.06P coordinate with other trades other trades are coordinated with to ensure considerations are made for components
E-14.04.07P verify operation operation is verified according to codes and project requirements

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
E-14.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of exterior door and window hardware, their characteristics and applications identify types of exterior door and window hardware, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of window and door jambs/frames, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of exterior doors and windows, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify exterior door and window components, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify weather protection systems, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify exterior door and window schedules, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe barrier-free access requirements
describe egress requirements
identify sound transmission control methods and fire ratings, and describe their characteristics and applications
E-14.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install exterior door and window hardware identify tools and equipment used to install exterior door and window hardware, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install exterior door and window hardware
describe procedures to position hardware using layout tools
E-14.04.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements for installing exterior door and window hardware identify training and certification requirements for installing exterior door, window and specialty hardware (security)
E-14.04.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for installing exterior door and window hardware identify standards and regulations for installing exterior door and window hardware

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Task E-15 Installs roofing

Task Descriptor

Carpenters install roofing for the purpose of protecting the building from the elements as well as functionality and aesthetics. Proper installation methods are critical to maintaining the building envelope.

E-15.01 - Installs roofing components

E-15.01 - Installs roofing 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
E-15.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
E-15.01.02P select roof ventilation components roof ventilation components are selected according to location, standards and regulations, and type and size of roof
E-15.01.03P assess and adjust roofing components roofing components are assessed and adjusted for pre-existing conditions
E-15.01.04P select strapping strapping is selected according to specifications and product requirements
E-15.01.05P select flashing flashing is selected according to location, specifications and type of roof
E-15.01.06P apply membrane membrane materials are applied according to codes and specifications
E-15.01.07P apply flashing flashing is applied to direct water and prevent moisture penetration using fasteners and sealants according to specifications
E-15.01.08P mount roof ventilation components roof ventilation components are mounted according to codes and specifications
E-15.01.09P install skylights skylights are installed according to specifications
E-15.01.10P install roof safety components roof safety components are installed according to codes, specifications, and regulations
E-15.01.11P select fasteners and sealants fasteners and sealants are selected according to specifications
E-15.01.12P apply fasteners and sealants fasteners and sealants are applied according to specifications

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
E-15.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of roofing components, their characteristics and applications identify types of strapping, their characteristics and applications
identify types of membranes, their characteristics and applications
identify types of flashing, their characteristics and applications
identify types of sealants, their characteristics and applications
identify types of roof ventilation components, their characteristics and applications
describe types of fasteners, their characteristics and applications
describe adhesion requirements for site conditions
describe sequence of installation
describe safety requirements
describe handling and placement requirements for roofing materials
E-15.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install roofing components identify tools and equipment used to install roofing components, and describe their procedures for use
identify substrate requirements
describe procedures to install strapping
describe procedures to install membranes
describe procedures to install flashing
describe procedures to install sealants
describe procedures to install roof ventilation components
describe procedures to repair roofing components
E-15.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements for installing roofing components identify training and certification requirements for installing roofing components
E-15.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for installing roofing components identify standards and regulations for installing roofing components

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E-15.02 - Installs roof coverings

E-15.02 - Installs roof coverings
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
E-15.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
E-15.02.02P select roofing materials roofing materials are selected according to site requirements, conditions, standards and regulations, and specifications
E-15.02.03P secure metal roofing materials metal roofing materials are secured according to standards and regulations, and specifications
E-15.02.04P secure wood roofing materials wood roofing materials are secured according to standards and regulations, and specifications
E-15.02.05P secure asphalt composite roofing materials asphalt composite roofing materials are secured according to standards and regulations, and specifications
E-15.02.06P install ridge and hip caps ridge and hip caps are installed according to specifications

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
E-15.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of roof coverings, their characteristics and applications identify types of roofing materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of metal roofing materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of wood roofing materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of asphalt composite roofing materials, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify types of fasteners, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe adhesion requirements for site conditions
describe sequence of installation
identify safety requirements
describe handling and placement requirements for roofing materials
E-15.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install roofing materials identify tools and equipment used to install roofing materials, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install roofing materials
E-15.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for installing roofing materials identify standards and regulations for installing roofing materials

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Task E-16 Installs exterior finishes

Task Descriptor

The installation of exterior finishes is essential to the aesthetics, comfort, weather protection and functioning of the building. Carpenters install exterior finishes for aesthetics, comfort, weather protection and functioning of the building. Different components work together effectively to create a weather shield while contributing to the curb appeal of the structure.

E-16.01 - Installs exterior wall components

E-16.01 - Installs exterior wall 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
E-16.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
E-16.01.02P check for plumb, level and square structure structure is checked for plumb, level and square and exterior wall coverings are adjusted for aesthetics
E-16.01.03P select and install membranes, adhesives and sealants membranes, adhesives and sealants are selected and installed according to specifications and exterior wall coverings
E-16.01.04P select and install flashings flashings are selected and installed according to specifications, building codes and exterior wall coverings
E-16.01.05P select and install strapping strapping is selected and installed according to specifications and exterior wall coverings
E-16.01.06P select and install cladding components cladding components are selected and installed according to specifications and exterior wall coverings
E-16.01.07P select and install fasteners fasteners are selected and installed according to specifications and exterior wall coverings
E-16.01.08P select and install coverings for cornice (soffit/fascia) coverings for cornice (soffit/fascia) are selected and installed according to specifications

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
E-16.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of exterior wall components, their characteristics, applications and procedures for use identify membranes, adhesives and sealants, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use
identify flashings, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use
identify strapping, and describetheir characteristics, applications and procedures for use
identify cladding components, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use
identify fasteners, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use
identify exterior wall coverings, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use
identify planes of protection and rain screen, and describe their characteristics and applications
E-16.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of remedial measures for out-of-plumb, not level or not square structure describe remedial measures for out-of-plumb, not level or not square structure
E-16.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of coverings for cornice (soffit/fascia), and their procedures for use identify coverings for cornice (soffit/fascia) their characteristics and applications
E-16.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to install exterior wall components describe procedures to install membranes, adhesives and sealants
describe procedures to install flashings
describe procedures to install strapping
describe procedures to install cladding components
describe procedures to install fasteners
describe sequence of installation

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E-16.02 - Installs exterior wall coverings

E-16.02 - Installs exterior wall coverings
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
E-16.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to project requirements and manufacturers’ specifications
E-16.02.02P select exterior wall coverings exterior wall coverings are selected according to specifications
E-16.02.03P apply exterior wall coverings exterior wall coverings are applied for desired aesthetics and weather protection according to specifications
E-16.02.04P prepare joints joints are prepared according to exterior wall coverings being installed, and specifications

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
E-16.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of exterior wall coverings, their characteristics and applications identify types of exterior wall coverings, and describe their characteristics and applications
describe effects of weather on exterior walls and exterior wall coverings
describe installation sequence and procedures for exterior wall coverings
identify types of fasteners, and describe their characteristics and applications
identify safetyrequirements
identify types of joints, and describe their characteristics, applications and procedures for use
E-16.02.02L demonstrate knowledge installation of exterior wall coverings identify tools and equipment used to install exterior wall coverings, and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install exterior wall coverings
describe procedures to prepare joints
E-16.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements for installing exterior wall coverings identify standards and regulations for installing exterior wall coverings

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