Major Work Activity D - Installs roofing and specialty products

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Task D-15 Installs metal roofing and cladding/siding systems

Task Descriptor

Sheet metal workers install metal roofing and cladding products to provide low maintenance, longevity of the building and protection from the elements. Metal roofs and cladding can also add to the aesthetics of the building.

D-15.01 - Lays out roof and walls

Essential Skills: Document Use, Thinking, Numeracy

D-15.01 - Lays out roof and walls
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes no yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-15.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-15.01.02P inspect building building is inspected according to trade standards and job specifications
D-15.01.03P establish reference lines reference lines are established using tools and equipment according to job specifications
D-15.01.04P confirm site measurements site measurements are confirmed according to job specifications
D-15.01.05P mark openings openings are marked according to job specifications
D-15.01.06P determine orientation of seams and joints orientation of seams and joints are determined taking into consideration the prevailing wind and according to building dimensions, trade standards and job specifications
D-15.01.07P determine desired overall appearance desired overall appearance is determined according to job specifications
D-15.01.08P prepare sheeting for installation procedures sheeting is prepared for installation procedures according to site conditions, trade standards and job specifications

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-15.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures for laying out metal roofing and walls, and the associated tools and equipment define terminology associated with metal roofing and walls
identify tools and equipment used to lay out metal roofing and walls, and describe their applications and procedures for use
identify types of materials used in fabricating metal roofing and walls
identify types of components associated with metal roofing and walls, and describe their applications
describe the procedures used to lay out metal roofing and walls , and their associated components
identify types of roof structures and construction features and describe their applications
describe the procedures used to install materials to roofs or walls in preparation for installation of metal roofing and walls
D-15.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices and procedures pertaining to laying out metal roofing and walls identify hazards and describe safe work practices and procedures pertaining to the laying out of metal roofing and walls
D-15.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of drawing interpretation interpret information pertaining to metal roofing and walls, found on drawings and specifications
D-15.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of trade standards pertaining to metal roofing and walls identify trade standards pertaining to the installation of metal roofing and walls
D-15.01.05L demonstrate knowledge of calculating material required identify procedures used to calculate material required

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D-15.02 - Installs insulation, isolation material and building envelope components

Essential Skills: Reading, Numeracy, Thinking

D-15.02 - Installs insulation, isolation material and building envelope components
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes no yes no yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-15.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-15.02.02P install components of building envelope building envelope components are installed according to manufacturers’ and job specifications , and trade standards
D-15.02.03P select and use fasteners fasteners are selected and used according to manufacturers’ and job specifications
D-15.02.04P determine paneling system requirements paneling system requirements are determined according to manufacturers’ specifications and engineered drawings
D-15.02.05P install panel mounting system panel mounting system is installed according to manufacturers’ and job specifications , and engineered drawings
D-15.02.06P apply and fasten insulation to structure insulation is applied and fastened to structure according to site conditions, manufacturers’ and job specifications , and engineered drawings
D-15.02.07P apply isolation material to structure isolation material is applied to structure according to design and manufacturers’ specifications

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-15.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures for installing insulation, isolation materials and building envelope components , and the associated tools and equipment define terminology associated with insulation, isolation materials and building envelope components
identify tools and equipment used to install insulation, isolation materials and building envelope components , and describe their applications and procedures for use
identify materials to be installed to prepare surfaces for installation of metal roofing, cladding/siding and architectural metals
describe the procedures used to install insulation, isolation materials and building envelope components
identify types of fasteners for installing insulation, isolation materials and building envelope components , and describe their applications
D-15.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices and procedures pertaining to installing insulation, isolation materials and building envelope components identify hazards and describe safe work practices and procedures pertaining to installing insulation, isolation materials and building envelope components
D-15.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of drawing interpretation interpret information pertaining to the installation of insulation, isolation materials and building envelope components , found on drawings and specifications
D-15.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to insulation, isolation materials and building envelope components identify codes and regulations pertaining to the installation of insulation, isolation materials and building envelope components
D-15.02.05L demonstrate knowledge of calculating material required identify procedures used to calculate material required

Range of Variables

D-15.03 - Installs roofing and cladding/siding system components

Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking

D-15.03 - Installs roofing and cladding/siding system 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-15.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-15.03.02P select and use fasteners fasteners are selected and used according to job specifications and trade standards
D-15.03.03P determine starting point starting point is determined to achieve minimal waste and finished appearance according to job specifications and trade standards
D-15.03.04P install required flashing flashing required is installed according to job specifications and trade standards
D-15.03.05P cut, fit and fasten panels to the structure and mounting system panels are cut, fitted and fastened to the structure and mounting system following reference lines
D-15.03.06P install expansion joints expansion joints are installed according to job specifications and trade standards
D-15.03.07P install coping, finish flashing, drainage and downspouts coping, finish flashing, drainage and downspouts are installed according to job specifications and trade standards

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-15.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures for installing roofing and cladding/siding system components, and the associated tools and equipment identify tools and equipment used to install roofing and cladding/siding system components, and describe their applications and procedures for use
identify considerations and requirements relating to the installation of roofing and cladding/siding system components
identify types of fasteners for installing roofing and cladding/siding system components, and describe their applications
describe the procedures used to install materials to roofs or walls in preparation for installation of roofing and cladding/siding system components
describe the procedures used to install roofing and cladding/siding system components
D-15.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of calculating material required identify procedures used to calculate material required

Range of Variables

D-15.04 - Seals exposed joints

Essential Skills: Document Use, Oral Communication, Continuous Learning

D-15.04 - Seals exposed joints
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV yes yes yes no yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-15.04.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-15.04.02P select sealant sealant is selected according to job specifications and trade standards
D-15.04.03P prepare surface for sealant surface is prepared by cleaning and installing backer rod as required
D-15.04.04P apply sealant sealant is applied according to job specifications, trade standards and weather conditions
D-15.04.05P apply joint and seam caps joint and seam caps are applied to secure, to seal and to ensure watershed

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-15.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures for sealing exposed joints, and the associated tools and equipment identify tools and equipment used to seal exposed joints, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe the procedures used to seal exposed joints
identify types of sealants used to seal exposed joints

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D-15.05 - Installs decking

Essential Skills: Oral Communication, Working with Others, Thinking

D-15.05 - Installs decking
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV no NV yes no yes no yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-15.05.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-15.05.02P determine material required material required for the job is determined by trade standards and job specifications
D-15.05.03P cut and fit decking decking is cut and fitted according to drawings and specifications
D-15.05.04P fasten decking decking is fastened using fasteners
D-15.05.05P frame out non-structural openings non-structural openings are framed out
D-15.05.06P finish exposed welds exposed welds are finished to prevent corrosion

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-15.05.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures for installing decking, and the associated tools and equipment identify tools and equipment used to install decking, and describe their applications and procedures for use
identify types of decking and describe their applications
identify types of fasteners for installing decking and describe their applications
identify types of material used for decking and describe their applications
describe the procedures used to install decking
D-15.05.02L demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices and procedures pertaining to installing decking identify hazards and safe work practices and procedures pertaining to installing decking
D-15.05.03L demonstrate knowledge of drawing interpretation interpret information pertaining to the installation of decking found on drawings and specifications
D-15.05.04L demonstrate knowledge of calculating material required identify procedures used to calculate material required

Range of Variables

Task D-16 Installs exterior components

Task Descriptor

Sheet metal workers install exterior components such as awnings and signage for functional and aesthetic reasons.

D-16.01 - Prepares surface

Essential Skills: Document Use, Thinking, Numeracy

D-16.01 - Prepares surface
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV no NV yes no yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-16.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-16.01.02P check alignment of exterior surface alignment of exterior surface is checked for aesthetic purposes and job specifications to ensure ease of installation
D-16.01.03P identify fastening points fastening points are identified according to site conditions and job specifications
D-16.01.04P determine fastening system fastening system is determined according to product material type, trade standards and job specifications
D-16.01.05P clean installation area installation area is cleaned using cleaning tools and chemicals according to material type
D-16.01.06P score surface surface is scored for adherence according to material type
D-16.01.07P apply waterproofing membrane and flashing waterproofing membrane and flashing are applied to ensure watertight construction
D-16.01.08P install fastening system fastening system is installed according to trade standards and job specifications

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-16.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of preparing surfaces for the installation of exterior components and the associated tools and equipment identify tools and equipment used to prepare surface and procedures for use
describe procedure for identifying fastening points
identify types of fastening systems used for installation
identify types of cleaning tools, and chemicals used for preparing the surface for installation
describe the procedures used to prepare surfaces for installation
describe procedures for installing fastening systems

Range of Variables

D-16.02 - Fastens exterior components

Essential Skills: Reading, Working with Others, Thinking

D-16.02 - Fastens exterior components
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV no NV yes no yes yes yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-16.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-16.02.02P select exterior components and fasteners exterior components and fasteners are selected according to application and material type
D-16.02.03P modify exterior components exterior components are modified according to job conditions and requirements
D-16.02.04P mount exterior components exterior components are mounted according to trade standards and job specifications using fasteners
D-16.02.05P seal joints joints are sealed by soldering and/or caulking according to trade standards and job specifications to maintain a weatherproof seal

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-16.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of fastening exterior components and the associated tools and equipment identify tools and equipment used to fasten exterior components
identify types of exterior components and describe their applications
identify types of fasteners used to fasten exterior components
identify types of sealants used to seal joints
describe procedure to solder and caulk joints
describe the procedures used to fasten exterior components

Range of Variables

Task D-17 Installs specialty products

Task Descriptor

Sheet metal workers install specialty products in residential, industrial, commercial and institutional (ICI) locations such as commercial kitchens, food processing plants, pharmaceutical laboratories, medical facilities, manufacturing plants and marine environments. They also design and install stainless or non‑stainless architectural products on or inside a variety of buildings.

D-17.01 - Installs stainless steel specialty products

Essential Skills: Thinking, Numeracy, Continuous Learning

D-17.01 - Installs stainless steel specialty products
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-17.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-17.01.02P install components components are installed according to trade standards , job specifications and site conditions
D-17.01.03P select and use fasteners and hangers fasteners and hangers are selected and used according to application, trade standards and job specifications
D-17.01.04P isolate differing materials from each other differing materials are isolated from each other to avoid galvanic corrosion and/or cross-contamination
D-17.01.05P assemble components components are assembled according to trade standards , job specifications and site conditions
D-17.01.06P finish stainless steel specialty products stainless steel specialty products are finished using sealants and coating and tools and equipment according to requirements and job specifications

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-17.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of stainless steel specialty products and their applications define terminology associated with stainless steel specialty products
identify tools and equipment used to install stainless steel specialty products, and describe their applications, limitations and procedures for use
identify types of stainless steel specialty products and describe their applications
identify types of fasteners and fastening methods used to install stainless steel specialty products and describe their applications
describe the procedures used to install stainless steel specialty products
describe the procedures used to finish and apply sealants and coating to stainless steel specialty products
D-17.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices and procedures pertaining to installing stainless steel specialty products identify hazards and safe work practices and procedures pertaining to the installation of stainless steel specialty products
D-17.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to stainless steel specialty products identify trade standards and job specifications pertaining to the installation of stainless steel specialty products
D-17.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of drawing interpretation interpret information pertaining to the installation of stainless steel specialty products found in job specifications
D-17.01.05L demonstrate knowledge of metals and their properties, characteristics and applications define terminology associated with metallurgy
describe the properties of metals
describe identification systems for types of stainless steel and their finishes
D-17.01.06L demonstrate knowledge of metallurgic principles describe the effects metal working has on metallurgic properties
identify practices that can create problems when working with stainless steel , and describe the procedures used to prevent or correct these problems

Range of Variables

D-17.02 - Installs non-stainless steel specialty products

Essential Skills: Thinking, Numeracy, Continuous Learning

D-17.02 - Installs non-stainless steel specialty products
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-17.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-17.02.02P install components components are installed according to trade standards and job specifications
D-17.02.03P select and use fasteners and hangers fasteners and hangers are selected and used according to trade standards and job specifications
D-17.02.04P isolate differing materials from each other differing materials are isolated from each other to avoid galvanic corrosion and/or cross-contamination
D-17.02.05P assemble components components are assembled according to trade standards and job specifications
D-17.02.06P finish non-stainless steel specialty products non-stainless steel specialty products are finished using sealants, coating and oxidizers, and tools and equipment according to requirements and job specifications

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-17.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of non-stainless steel specialty products and their applications define terminology associated with non-stainless steel specialty products
identify tools and equipment used to install non-stainless steel specialty products, and describe their applications, limitations and procedures for use
identify types of non-stainless steel specialty products and describe their applications
identify types of fasteners and fastening methods used to install non-stainless steel specialty products and describe their applications
describe the procedures used to install non-stainless steel specialty products
describe the procedures used to finish and apply sealants, coating and oxidizers to non-stainless steel specialty products
D-17.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices and procedures pertaining to installing non-stainless steel specialty products identify hazards and safe work practices and procedures pertaining to the installation of non-stainless steel specialty products
D-17.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to non-stainless steel specialty products identify trade standards and job specifications pertaining to the installation of non-stainless steel specialty products
D-17.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of drawing interpretation interpret information, pertaining to the installation of non-stainless steel specialty products, found in job specifications

Range of Variables

D-17.03 - Installs marine products (Not Common Core)

Essential Skills: Thinking, Numeracy, Continuous Learning

D-17.03 - Installs marine products (Not Common Core)
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
yes yes NV yes NV no no no no yes NV NV NV
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-17.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to job requirements
D-17.03.02P install components components are installed according to trade standards , job specifications and site conditions
D-17.03.03P select materials to be used to install marine products materials are selected according to trade standards and job specifications
D-17.03.04P select and use fasteners and hangers fasteners and hangers are selected and used according to trade standards and job specifications
D-17.03.05P isolate differing materials from each other differing materials are isolated from each other to avoid galvanic corrosion and/or cross-contamination
D-17.03.06P assemble components components are assembled according to trade standards and job specifications
D-17.03.07P finish marine products marine products are finished using sealants and coating, tools and equipment according to requirements and job specifications

Range of Variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-17.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of marine products and their applications define terminology associated with marine products
identify tools and equipment used to install marine products, and describe their applications, limitations and procedures for use
identify types of marine products and describe their applications
identify types of fasteners and fastening methods used to install marine products and describe their applications
describe the procedures used to install marine products
identify special considerations for installing marine products
describe differences in installing in dry dock versus floating locations
D-17.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices and procedures pertaining to installing marine products identify hazards and safe work practices and procedures pertaining to the installation of marine products
D-17.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to marine products interpret job specifications pertaining to the installation of marine products
D-17.03.04L demonstrate knowledge of drawing interpretation interpret information pertaining to the installation of marine products, found on drawings and specifications

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