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WorksheetsUnit 306 First Fix Roofing and Stairs
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 7mins
A hipped roof
Larger than 12 degrees
Less than 8 degrees
Returns around the external corner of a dwelling
Returns around the internal corner of a dwelling
What is the name given to a roof which incorporates a purlin as mid-support for the rafters
Mansard
Gambrel
Double
Single
Which of the following is required as well as the run, in order to calculate the length of a common rafter?
Rise
Span
Width
Gauge
What is measured to work out the span of a roof?
Inside of wall plate, to inside of wall plate
Outside of wall plate, to outside of wall plate
Internal wall, to internal wall
Diagonals of floor plan
What method is used to measure rafter lengths?
Trammel
Compass
Ready reckoner
Roofing square
Which two methods can be used to work out the length of a common rafter?
1, Ratios
2, Geometry
3, Calculations
4, Ergonomics
2 & 3
1 & 2
3 & 4
2 & 4
In the image, what does the distance 'X' represent?
Rise
Run
Going
Span
What cuts make up a birds mouth?
Seat and plumb cuts
Seat and edge cuts
Face and backing cuts
Backing and edge cuts
What roofing components supports the rafters mid-length?
Ridge
Purlin
Wall plate
Dragon-tie
A purlin is supported by
Strut
Collar
Ceiling joist
Valleyboard
There is gap found when trimming around a roof light, this is too
allow for flashing
Minimise fire risk
Minimise water ingress
Allow for adjustment when fitting
Doubling up of rafters is most commonly found
Where flashing is used
Directly above a loft hatch opening
Either side of a formed opening
Where heavy tiles need supporting
In addition to studs, breathable membrane and vapour barrier, what is required to construct a dormer window cheek?
Insulation
Balusters
Wall ties
Trimmed joists
What components make up closed eaves detail?
Soffit
Verge
Barge board
Apron lining
When fixing the fascia board, what method is used to ensure ends of the rafters are in line?
String line and spirit level
Straight edge and spirit level
Straight edge and plumb bob
String line and plumb bob
What is used to strengthen the internal joint between the tapered trad and riser?
Glue block
Draw dowel
Dovertail splay
Handrail bolt
Tapered steps of a kite wind staircase are connected to the
Newel and apron
String and newel
String and riser
Apron and trimmer
The first stage when installing a quarter turn staircase is?
Fit handrail to top of newel
Prepare wall string to fit to landing
Fit and secure balustrade
Secure wall string with screws and plugs
What is the correct procedure for fitting a quarter turn staircase with winders
Newels fitted to wall string
Top newel notched and fitted to trimmer
Top newel notched and fitted to wall plate
Newels and handrail secured to strings in joiners shop
In Approved Document K, what is the maximum sphere dimension between balusters on a staircase?
100mm
90mm
110mm
120mm
