WorksheetsFloor joists
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 6mins
What must floors be constructed to comply with according to the TRADA guidelines?
Environmental standards
Building regulations
Safety protocols
Design aesthetics
What is the name of the floor construction in the image
Solid floor
honeycomb sleeper wall
Suspended
Floating
Why is there a layer of sand binding between the hardcore and DPM
To prevent the DPM being damaged
To provided a flat surface
For insulation
Its self levelling
What is the name of the flor construction in the image
Triple floor
Solid floor
Single floor
Mono floor
How thick are joists usually?
30mm
50mm
70mm
100mm
What must be thicker to carry the load to the trimming joist?
Bridging joists
First joist fitted
Trimmer joist
Trimmed joists
What is the purpose of the trimmer joist in flooring?
To provide aesthetic appeal
To support the wall
To carry the load to the trimming joist
To connect the bridging joists
What material is the centre component of an I joists usually made from?
Plywood
Oriented strand board (OSB)
Recycled timber
Hardwood
What are laminated joists manufactured from?
New timber
Oriented strand board (OSB)
Recycled timber
Metal
What type of strutting is shown in the left image?
Herringbone strutting
Steel strutting
Timber strutting
Cross strutting
What type of strutting is depicted in the right image?
Herringbone strutting
Steel strutting
Solid strutting
Cross strutting
What is the term used to describe the horizontal structural members that support the floor joists?
Bridging
Base plate
Solid strutting
Foundation wall
