Understanding Carpentry and Plumbing

What is the definition of carpentry?

• Carpentry is the skilled trade of working with wood to construct, install, and repair structures and fixtures.

• Carpentry is the process of designing electrical systems in buildings.

• Carpentry is the art of painting and decorating homes.

• Carpentry involves the use of metal to create furniture.

What is the definition of plumbing?

• The system of pipes and fixtures for water supply and waste removal in buildings.

• The study of water-related environmental issues.

• A method of heating water for residential use.

• A type of decorative fixture for bathrooms.

List three common hazards associated with carpentry.

• Chemical burns

• Electrical shocks

• Noise-induced hearing loss

• Cuts, falls, and respiratory issues

What safety equipment is essential for carpentry work?

• Safety harnesses

• Safety goggles, ear protection, gloves, dust masks, hard hats, steel-toed boots.

• Fire extinguishers

• First aid kits

Name two types of wood commonly used in carpentry.

• birch, spruce

• walnut, cherry

• oak, pine

• maple, cedar

What is the purpose of a level in carpentry?

• To cut wood at precise angles.

• To measure the length of wood pieces.

• The purpose of a level in carpentry is to ensure surfaces are level or plumb.

• To hold tools in place while working.

Identify a tool used for cutting wood in carpentry.

• screwdriver

• hammer

• saw

• chisel

What is the function of a stud finder?

• To locate studs behind walls.

• To measure wall thickness.

• To find plumbing pipes behind walls.

• To detect electrical wiring.

What are the different types of pipes used in plumbing?

• asphalt

• glass

• PVC, CPVC, PEX, copper, galvanized steel

• wood

What is a fitting in plumbing?

• A fitting is a component used to connect pipes in plumbing.

• A fitting is a type of valve that controls water flow.

• A fitting is a type of pipe used for drainage.

• A fitting is a tool for measuring water pressure.