Carpentry EOPA Part 3

When constructing a built-in, where can one find specified sizes, shapes and finishes?

• Builders can use personal judgment for these elements, so they are not specified anywhere 

• Written on the drywall for where the built-in will be placed 

• Project blueprints or plans 

• Owners decide these elements, SO the builder should leave them unfinished 

Why is it important to adhere to industry standards during the installation of wood shingles and miter corners? 

• To increase project costs. 

• To ignore safety precautions. 

• To ensure Structural integrity. 

• To speed up the process. 

What should always be included with an engineered lumber delivery? 

• Correct nails, hangers and engineered lumber saw blades 

• Engineering data and application drawing for the materials 

• Composite shims, post bases and hangers 

• Positive Placement Fasteners, Hangers and LVL Flat Lock Screws 

In a finish schedule, what does the abbreviation “SQFT” stand for?

• Surface Quality for Finishing Techniques 

• Square Footage 

• Structural Quality for Flooring Treatments 

• Standard Quantity for Finishing Tasks 

How accurate would a 300’ water level be over a 225’ span? 

• Plus/minus 1/16” 

• Plus/minus 1/8” 

• Plus/minus 0”. 

• Plus/minus ¼” 

Blueprints for closets should always specify which of the following? 

• Location and finish 

• Location only 

• Size location and finish 

• Size only

In construction terminology, what does the acronym “ROW” stand for? 

• Right-of-Way 

• Reclaimed Wood 

• Residential Overlay Zone 

• Record of Work 

When installing accessories, how should the carpenter find their intended locations? 

• By looking on the accessory box 

• Accessories do not have intended locations 

• By watching a video on the topic 

• By viewing project blueprints or plans 

Complete the following statement with the BEST choice to calculate the number of trusses needed for a simple roof, divide the distance between the end walls    by _____ and _____ one. 

• 24”, subtract 

• 18”, add 

• 18”, subtract 

• 24”, add 

When installing rakes, open cornice and box cornice, what factor should be the BIGGEST priority to follow? 

• Latest building trends 

• Discounts from suppliers 

• Adhering to the project blueprint 

• A video showing other types of finishes