Red Seal

Occupational
Standard
Carpenter
 Red Seal
Occupational
Standard
Carpenter
Title: Carpenter

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Foreword
The Canadian Council of Directors of Apprenticeship (CCDA) recognizes this Red Seal
Occupational Standard (RSOS) as the Red Seal standard for the Carpenter trade.

Background

The first National Conference on Apprenticeship in Trades and Industries, held in Ottawa in 1952,
recommended that the federal government be requested to co-operate with provincial and territorial
apprenticeship committees and officials in preparing analyses of a number of skilled occupations.
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) sponsors the Red Seal Program, which, under the
guidance of the CCDA, develops a national occupational standard for each of the Red Seal trades.

Standards have the following objectives:

 to describe and group the tasks performed by skilled workers;

 to identify which tasks are performed in every province and territory;

 to develop instruments for use in the preparation of Interprovincial Red Seal Examinations and
assessment tools for apprenticeship and certification authorities;

 to develop common tools for apprenticeship on-the-job and technical training in Canada;

 to facilitate the mobility of apprentices and skilled workers in Canada;

 to supply employers, employees, associations, industries, training institutions and governments

with occupational standards.

Any questions, comments, or suggestions for changes, corrections, or revisions to this standard or any of
its related products may be forwarded to:

Trades and Apprenticeship Division

Apprenticeship and Sectoral Initiatives Directorate
Employment and Social Development Canada
140 Promenade du Portage, Phase IV, 6th Floor
Gatineau, Quebec K1A 0J9

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Acknowledgements
The CCDA and ESDC wish to express sincere appreciation for the contribution of the many
tradespersons, industrial establishments, professional associations, labour organizations, provincial and
territorial government departments and agencies, and all others who contributed to this publication.

Special thanks are offered to the following representatives who contributed greatly to the original draft of
the standard and provided expert advice throughout its development:

Randy Callaghan British Columbia

Tim Dorn British Columbia
Brad Dutka Saskatchewan
Ed Estabrooks Prince Edward Island
Scott Fleming Ontario
Allan Jensen Alberta
Kevin Johnson New Brunswick
Ian Knibbs Saskatchewan
David Langley United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America
David Lapinskie Jr. Alberta
Brian MacIsaac Prince Edward Island
Jason Moreau Ontario
Erik Mueller Nova Scotia
John (Jack) Parsons Newfoundland and Labrador
Francois Rouleau New Brunswick
Dana Rushton Nova Scotia
Scott Savoy Manitoba
Richard Simpson Manitoba

This standard was prepared by the Apprenticeship and Sectoral Initiatives Directorate of ESDC. The
coordinating, facilitating and processing of this standard were undertaken by employees of the standards
development team of the Trades and Apprenticeship Division and of New Brunswick, the host jurisdiction
for this trade.

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Structure of the Occupational Standard
This standard contains the following sections:

Methodology: an overview of the process for development, review, validation and weighting of the
standard

Description of the Carpenter trade: an overview of the trade’s duties, work environment, project
requirements, similar occupations and career progression

Trends in the Carpenter trade: some of the trends identified by industry as being the most important for
workers in this trade

Skills for Success Summary: an overview of how each of the skills for success (formerly called
essential skills) is applied in this trade

Industry Expected Performance: description of the expectations regarding the level of performance of
the tasks, including information related to specific codes, regulations and standards that must be
observed

Roles and Opportunities for Skilled Trades in a Sustainable Future: an overarching description of
how in the context of climate change, skilled trades play a large role in implementing solutions and
adjusting to changes in the world. In addition to highlighting the importance of this awareness, the
standard may also contain more details on activities, skills and knowledge elements that are specific to
the trade

Language Requirements: description of the language requirements for working and studying in this
trade in Canada

Pie Chart of Red Seal Examination Weightings: a graph which depicts the national percentages of
exam questions assigned to the major work activities

Task Matrix: a chart which outlines graphically the major work activities, tasks and sub-tasks of this
standard

Harmonization of Apprenticeship Training: the aspects of apprenticeship training that participating

provinces and territories have agreed upon to substantively align apprenticeship systems across Canada

Major Work Activity (MWA): the largest division within the standard that is comprised of a distinct set of
trade activities

Task: distinct actions that describe the activities within a major work activity

Task Descriptor: a general description of the task

Sub-task: distinct actions that describe the activities within a task

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 Skills:

Performance Criteria: description of the activities that are done as the sub-task is
performed

Evidence of Attainment: proof that the activities of the sub-task meet the expected
performance of a tradesperson who has reached journeyperson level
Knowledge:

Learning Outcomes: describes what should be learned relating to a sub-task while

participating in technical or in-school training

Learning Objectives: topics to be covered during technical or in-school training in order to

meet the learning outcomes for the sub-task

Range of Variables: elements that provide a more in-depth description of a term used in the
performance criteria, evidence of attainment, learning outcomes, or learning objectives

Appendix A – Acronyms: a list of acronyms used in the standard with their full name

Appendix B – Tools and Equipment / Outils et équipement: a non-exhaustive list of tools and
equipment used in this trade

Appendix C – Glossary / Glossaire: definitions or explanations of selected technical terms used in the
standard

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Methodology
Development of the Standard
A draft standard is developed by a broad group of trade representatives, including tradespeople,
instructors and employers at a National Workshop led by a team of facilitators. This draft standard breaks
down all the tasks performed in the occupation and describes the knowledge and abilities required for a
tradesperson to demonstrate competence in the trade.

Harmonization of Apprenticeship Training

An analysis of all provinces’ and territories’ apprenticeship programs is performed and recommendations
are made on harmonizing the name of the trade, the hours of training required and the number of levels
of training. Provinces and territories consult with their respective industry stakeholders on these elements
and revisions are discussed until consensus is reached. Following the development of the workshop draft
of the RSOS, participants discuss and come to consensus on the sequence of training topics, as
expressed in the new standard. Their sequencing recommendations are reviewed by stakeholders in
participating provinces and territories and further discussions are convened to reach consensus and to
identify any exceptions.

Online Survey
Stakeholders are asked to review and validate the activities described in the new standard via an online
survey. These stakeholders are invited to participate in this consultation through apprenticeship
authorities, as well as national stakeholder groups.

Draft Review
The RSOS development team forwards a copy of the standard and its translation to provincial and
territorial authorities who consult with industry representatives to review it. Their recommendations are
assessed and incorporated into the standard.

Validation and Weighting

Participating provinces and territories also consult with industry to validate and weight the document for
the purpose of planning the makeup of the Red Seal Interprovincial Examination for the trade. They
validate and weight the major work activities (MWA), tasks and sub-tasks, of the standard as follows:

MWA Each jurisdiction assigns a percentage of questions to each MWA for an examination
that would cover the entire trade.
Tasks Each jurisdiction assigns a percentage of exam questions to each task within a MWA.
Sub-Tasks Each jurisdiction indicates, with a YES or NO, whether or not each sub-task is
performed by skilled workers within the occupation in its jurisdiction.

The results of this exercise are submitted to the RSOS development team who then analyzes the data
and incorporates it into the document. The RSOS provides the individual jurisdictional validation results
as well as the national averages of all responses. The national averages for MWA and task weighting
guide the Interprovincial Red Seal Examination plan for the trade.

The validation of the RSOS is used to identify common core sub-tasks across Canada for the occupation.
If at least 70% of the responding jurisdictions’ industry performs a sub-task, it shall be considered
common core. Interprovincial Red Seal Examination questions are limited to the common core sub-tasks
identified through this validation process.

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Definitions for Validation and Weighting

YES sub-task performed by qualified workers in the occupation in that province or

territory
NO sub-task not performed by qualified workers in the occupation in that province or
territory
NV standard Not Validated by that province or territory
ND trade Not Designated in a province or territory
Not Common sub-task, task or MWA performed less than 70% of responding jurisdictions; these
Core (NCC) will not be tested by the Interprovincial Red Seal Examination for the trade
National average percentage of questions assigned to each MWA and task in Interprovincial
Average % Red Seal Examination for the trade

Provincial/Territorial Abbreviations

NL Newfoundland and Labrador

NS Nova Scotia
PE Prince Edward Island
NB New Brunswick
QC Quebec
ON Ontario
MB Manitoba
SK Saskatchewan
AB Alberta
BC British Columbia
NT Northwest Territories
YT Yukon Territory
NU Nunavut

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Description of the Carpenter Trade
“Carpenter” is this trade’s official Red Seal occupational title approved by the CCDA. This standard
covers tasks performed by a carpenter.

Carpenters construct, install, renovate and repair residential, civil, institutional, commercial and industrial
(ICI) structures made of wood, steel, concrete and other materials.

They can work for a wide array of employers, including new home builders and renovation firms,
construction firms, building owners, property managers and tenants, building developers and government
departments. Some carpenters are union members and a significant number are self-employed.

While the scope of the carpenter trade includes many aspects of building construction, a growing number
of carpenters work for contractors in such areas of trade practice as concrete forming, framing, finishing,
interior systems, renovations and surveying. Carpenters are employed in a variety of project
environments, including houses under construction or renovation, ICI, civil and infrastructure projects, and
plants that pre-fabricate buildings. Carpenters are found working in a variety of sectors such as
construction, manufacturing, service, mining, agricultural, institutional, commercial, forestry, and transit
and transportation.

Safety is critical to all carpenters. In addition to typical risks of injury resulting from slips and falls, falling
objects and the use of hand and power tools, carpenters must be aware of constantly changing work
surroundings to mitigate the chance of injury to self and others. The proper use of personal protective
equipment (PPE) and related training is very important to carpenters regardless of their location of work.
Risk/hazard assessments prior to performing tasks are necessary and important.

Some important competencies of a carpenter are good knowledge of mathematics, the ability to use
metric and imperial measurements, an understanding of building science, communication and
problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Other skills present in a
competent carpenter are the ability to work at heights, the ability to stand or kneel for long periods of time,
manual dexterity and good balance. Carpenters must be prepared to work in a variety of working
environments including extreme temperatures. Carpentry at times may be a physically demanding
occupation requiring the lifting of heavy tools and materials. Carpenters may operate equipment such as
mobile elevated work platforms and material moving equipment. Journeyperson carpenters are expected
to mentor apprentices given the hands-on nature of the trade.

This standard recognizes similarities and overlaps with the work of other tradespersons such as roofers,
lathers (interior systems mechanics), building envelope technicians, drywall finishers and plasterers,
floorcovering installers, concrete finishers, ironworkers (reinforcing) and cabinetmakers. Experienced
carpenters may advance to supervisory positions, or become independent contractors, due to their
involvement in most aspects of building construction.

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Trends in the Carpenter Trade
Technology
The carpenter trade is constantly evolving with advanced innovations and technology for increased
accuracy and efficiency. There is an increase in the use of digital technologies, 3D modeling, mobile
devices, drones, GPS total station, robotic survey systems and software related to project management.
Carpenters must be competent in digital technology to work with drawings and construction documents,
and to do online research for materials and specialty products.

Health and Safety

Many companies in the construction industry are providing leadership in safety awareness and in the
enforcement of safety policies on the project site. Safety training and the development of safety policies
and procedures are being done by many companies in excess of regulations. Carpenters must be familiar
with safety systems, such as confined space retrievals, awareness and fall arresting systems.

Tools and Equipment

There is an increase in the use of specialized power tools that are taking the place of some hand tools.
Such tools as computer numerical control (CNC) routers, detail sanders, layout instruments (total
stations), digital and robotic survey systems and laser levels are making the carpenters’ work more
efficient. Oscillating tools are becoming popular because they make accurate cuts and are extremely
versatile. Compressed gas-powered fastening tools are increasing in use due to their portability and
efficiency. Mobile elevated work platforms and material handling equipment are replacing scaffolding and
ladders on many project sites. Cordless tools are now commonplace and are improving in longevity,
durability and torque.

Products and Materials

Products and materials used in construction continue to be improved to achieve higher efficiency and a
longer life expectancy. Use of innovative mass timber materials such as cross-laminated timber (CLT),
dowel-laminated timber (DLT), nail laminated timber (NLT) and glulam are an emerging trend in
prefabricated building construction components such as posts and beams for on-site erection.

Building science is evolving, and with the vast array and complexity of building materials increasing,
carpenters need to remain current on how to put them together in a unit that works and does not
decrease their efficacy. Carpenters may be involved in the manufacturing or installation processes of
mass timber material.

Some concrete forming systems are now made of plastics, composites and aluminium, making concrete
forming more versatile and efficient. There continues to be an increase in the use of engineered forming
systems such as insulated concrete forms (ICF).

Soundproofing systems are evolving with the introduction of sound transmission class (STC) assemblies
including insulation products such as mineral wool insulation. These systems include soundproofing for
many elements of construction including floors, walls and ceilings.

Countertop materials continue to diversify using materials such as stone, composite stone and concrete.

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Environmental
There are a number of certification systems such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
(LEED) that are becoming commonplace. Use of these environmentally friendly systems can influence
the selection of building materials and products, and can include building techniques aimed at achieving
increased energy-efficiency. These techniques include: net–zero energy (NZE), passive housing
construction, building envelope technology and seismic considerations. These areas are advancing
environmentally responsible construction. Low volatile organic compound (VOC) building products are
increasingly being demanded by the public. Many of these changes are motivated by cost-benefit
analysis that demonstrate long-term payback for these investments.

Legislative and Regulatory

The National Building Code of Canada (NBCC) and the National Energy Code for Buildings (NECB) are
updated every five years. The most recent update will address climate change through an NZE model
building code by 2030.

Other
Modular construction and prefabrication of construction components are increasingly popular in both
residential and commercial construction. Carpenters are becoming more specialized in specific fields of
carpentry. The mentoring of all levels of workers is becoming pronounced in the worksite and during
apprenticeship technical training.

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Skills for Success Summary
Skills for Success are needed in a quickly changing world for work, learning and life. They are
foundational for building other skills and important for effective social interaction. Everyone benefits from
having these skills as they help individuals get a job, progress at their current job and change jobs. They
also help individuals become active members of their community and succeed in learning.

Through extensive research and consultations, the Government of Canada launched the new Skills for
Success model renewing the previous Essential Skills framework to better reflect the needs of the current
and future labour market.

The summary presented here is based on existing Essential Skills profiles and will be updated to align
with the new Skills for Success model over time.

Reading
Carpenters need to read work orders, invoices and brief notes from co-workers. They also read and
interpret technical documents, drawings, specifications, building codes, regulations, bylaws and
standards. Carpenters read notices, bulletins and newsletters to stay up-to-date on workplace issues as
well as trade journals and website articles to keep current on industry trends.

Document Use
Carpenters scan documents, products and signs for symbols and icons to identify workplace hazards.
They complete checklists and forms by checking boxes and entering data, such as dates, times and
quantities. They locate data in a variety of tables. Carpenters complete a variety of documents such as
log books, work orders, building permit applications, and safety and budget documents.

Writing
Carpenters write reminders and notes to themselves, customers and co-workers. They write comments in
field books, on forms and on schedules about obstacles such as overhead power lines. They may also
write accident or incident reports depending on the jurisdiction. Carpenters write pre-job hazard
assessments or field-level risk assessments.

Oral Communication
Carpenters speak with suppliers to learn about products, prices and delivery schedules. They talk with
co-workers and other tradespeople about timelines, procedures, expectations and other work-related
matters. They speak with safety and building inspectors, manufacturer representatives, customers and
the public, and they participate in worksite meetings. Carpenters may also provide detailed instructions to
co-workers and apprentices.

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Numeracy
Carpenters must have a thorough understanding of basic arithmetic, ratio and proportion, geometry and
trigonometry. They often work with both the metric and the imperial systems of measurement. They
perform calculations and apply formulas to determine offsets, elevations and grades. Furthermore, they
use formulas to determine area, volume and quantities, and make calculations to build stairs and rafters.
Carpenters estimate material and time requirements to complete a project.

Thinking
Carpenters decide on the order of tasks based on priorities and delays. They consult with co-workers and
other tradespeople when they encounter problems to exchange ideas and select the best approach. They
choose tools, methods and products for projects based on project specifications, building code
requirements and the availability of products, time and labour. Carpenters evaluate the safety of a work
site and potential hazards.

Working with Others

Carpenters work in groups some of the time as this promotes efficiency and productivity. They also work
with apprentices some of the time to direct, mentor and monitor their work. Carpenters may also work
alone when the task may be performed unassisted. Carpenters are often leaders of the construction
team, working together on a daily basis with other trades, forepersons, suppliers and engineers to
complete the project through combined effort and organized co-operation.

Digital Technology
Carpenters use digital and robotic survey equipment, calculators and portable electronic devices to
complete a variety of tasks. They may use a variety of software such as word processing, spreadsheets,
databases, accounting, communication and estimating software. They may use design software such as
computer aided design (CAD) to develop and communicate design ideas. They access information online
from suppliers, manufacturers, unions and associations. They may also use the Internet to access
training courses and seminars.

Continuous Learning
There is a requirement for ongoing learning to maintain current knowledge of changing codes,
regulations, standards and materials for new construction and renovations. It is also very important to
apply new skills and methods emerging due to technological and environmental advancements.

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Roles and Opportunities for Skilled Trades in a
Sustainable Future
Climate change affects all of us. Trades play a large role in implementing solutions and adjusting to
changes in the world.

Throughout this standard, there may be specific references to tasks, skills and knowledge that clearly
show this trade’s role in a more sustainable future. Each trade has different roles to play and contributions
to make in their own way.

For example:

 Construction tradespeople need to consider the materials they are using, building methods, and
improvements to mechanical and electrical installations. There are important changes to codes and
standards to help meet the climate change goals and commitments set for 2030 and 2050.
Retrofits and new construction of low-energy buildings provide enormous opportunities for workers
in this sector. Concepts, such as energy efficiency and regarding buildings as systems are
foundational.

 Automotive and mechanical trades are seeing a shift towards the electrification of vehicles and
equipment. As a result, new skills and knowledge will be required for tradespeople working in this
sector. There are mandates for sales of new light-duty zero-emission vehicles (ZEV) in Canada,
with the goal of achieving 100% ZEV sales by 2035. Due to this mandate, the demand for these
vehicles is growing quickly among consumers and fleets. With this escalating demand, the need for
skilled workers to maintain and repair these vehicles is also increasing.

 In industrial and resource sectors, there is pressure to move towards increased electrification of
industrial processes. Many industrial and commercial facilities are also being upgraded to improve
energy efficiency in areas such as lighting systems, and new production processes and
technologies. There are also opportunities in carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS), as
well as the production and export of low-carbon hydrogen.

 Trades in the service sector may also need to be aware of responsible sourcing, as well as efficient
use of products and materials. New ways of working better are always a part of the job.

There are fast-moving changes in guidelines, codes, regulations and specifications. Many are being
implemented for the purpose of energy efficiency and climate change. Those that affect specific trades
may be mentioned within the standard. Examples of these guidelines and legislation include:

 The National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings (NECB).

 The Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act (CNZEAA).

 programs that encourage sustainable building design and construction such as Leadership in
Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) and the Zero Carbon Building (ZCB) standards.

 the Montreal Protocol for phasing out R22 refrigerants.

 energy efficiency programs such as ENERGY STAR.

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  principles of the United Nations Declaration for the Rights of Indigenous Peoples pertaining to
energy sector development.

Apprentices and tradespeople need to increase their climate literacy and reinforce their own
understanding of energy issues and environmental practices. It is important for them to understand why
these changes are happening and their effect on trades’ work. While individual tradespeople and
apprentices may not be able to choose certain elements like; the architectural design of buildings,
building material selection, regulatory requirements, use of electric vehicles and technologies, they must
understand the impact of using these elements in their work. Impacts include using environmentally
friendly products and following requirements related to the disposal and recycling of materials.

In apprenticeship, as well as in ongoing professional development, employers and instructors should

encourage learning about these concepts, why they are important, how they are implemented, and the
overarching targets they are aiming to achieve.

All in all, it’s about doing the work better and building a better world.

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Industry Expected Performance
All tasks must be performed according to the applicable jurisdictional codes and standards. All health and
safety standards must be respected and observed. Work should be done efficiently and to a high quality
without material waste or environmental damage. All requirements of employers, engineers, designers,
manufacturers, clients and quality control policies must be met. At a journeyperson level of performance,
all tasks must be done with minimal direction and supervision. As a journeyperson progresses in their
career there is an expectation they continue to upgrade their skills and knowledge to maintain pace with
industry and promote continuous learning in their trade through mentoring of apprentices.

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Language Requirements
It is expected that journeypersons are able to understand and communicate in either English or French,
which are Canada’s official languages. English or French are the common languages of business as well
as languages of instruction in apprenticeship programs.

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Pie Chart
of Red Seal Examination
Weightings
G A
F 10% 12%
14% B
14%
E C
14% 16%
D
20%

MWA A Performs common occupational skills 12%

MWA B Performs planning and layout 14%
MWA C Performs concrete work 16%
MWA D Performs framing 20%
MWA E Performs exterior finishing 14%
MWA F Performs interior finishing 14%
MWA G Performs renovations 10%

This pie chart represents a breakdown of the interprovincial Red Seal examination. Percentages are
based on the collective input from workers from the trade from across Canada. The Task Matrix on the
next pages indicates the breakdown of tasks and sub-tasks within each Major Work Activity and the
breakdown of questions assigned to the Tasks. The Interprovincial examination for this trade has 100
questions.

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Carpenter
Task Matrix
A – Performs common occupational skills 12%

Task A-1 A-1.01 Uses hand, power and A-1.02 Uses stationary tools A-1.03 Uses powder-actuated
Uses and maintains tools and pneumatic tools tools
equipment
32%

A-1.04 Uses lifting, rigging A-1.05 Uses layout A-1.06 Uses tack welding
and hoisting equipment instruments and equipment equipment (Not Common
Core)

A-1.07 Uses torch cutting

equipment (Not Common
Core)

Task A-2 A-2.01 Uses personal A-2.02 Maintains safe work

Performs safety-related activities protective equipment (PPE) environment
26% and safety equipment

Task A-3 A-3.01 Uses stationary access A-3.02 Uses mobile access A-3.03 Erects/dismantles
Builds and uses temporary access equipment equipment scaffolding
structures
26%

A-3.04 Modifies scaffolding

Task A-4 A-4.01 Uses communication A-4.02 Uses mentoring

Uses communication and mentoring techniques techniques
techniques
16%

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B – Performs planning and layout 14%

Task B-5 B-5.01 Interprets project B-5.02 Interprets B-5.03 Interprets safety
Interprets documentation drawings specifications documentation
35%

B-5.04 Interprets workplace

documentation

Task B-6 B-6.01 Schedules work B-6.02 Performs site B-6.03 Performs quantity
Organizes work sequence preparation takeoff
24%

B-6.04 Organizes material

Task B-7 B-7.01 Performs site layout B-7.02 Lays out concrete B-7.03 Lays out floors
Performs layout formwork
41%

B-7.04 Lays out decks B-7.05 Lays out walls B-7.06 Lays out ceilings

B-7.07 Lays out roofs B-7.08 Lays out stairs B-7.09 Lays out balustrades

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C – Performs concrete work 16%

Task C-8 C-8.01 Erects excavation C-8.02 Erects concrete C-8.03 Constructs footing
Constructs formwork shoring and underpinning falsework forms
72%

C-8.04 Constructs wall form C-8.05 Constructs slab C-8.06 Constructs column
systems and grade beam formwork formwork
formwork

C-8.07 Constructs stair C-8.08 Installs embedded C-8.09 Dismantles formwork

formwork reinforcements

Task C-9 C-9.01 Places concrete C-9.02 Facilitates curing of C-9.03 Performs basic
Installs concrete, cement-based and concrete concrete finishing
epoxy products
28%

C-9.04 Installs pre-cast C-9.05 Installs grout

components

D – Performs framing 20%

Task D-10 D-10.01 Installs engineered D-10.02 Constructs

Constructs floor systems floor systems dimensional lumber floor
29% framing

Task D-11 D-11.01 Constructs decks D-11.02 Installs deck

Constructs deck systems components
16%

Task D-12 D-12.01 Installs engineered D-12.02 Constructs

Constructs wall systems wall systems dimensional lumber wall
27% framing

Task D-13 D-13.01 Installs engineered D-13.02 Constructs roof and

Constructs roof and ceiling systems trusses ceiling framing
28%

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E – Performs exterior finishing 14%

Task E-14 E-14.01 Installs exterior E-14.02 Installs exterior doors E-14.03 Installs exterior
Installs exterior doors and windows jambs/frames windows
41%

E-14.04 Installs exterior door

and window hardware

Task E-15 E-15.01 Installs roofing E-15.02 Installs roof coverings

Installs roofing components
24%

Task E-16 E-16.01 Installs exterior wall E-16.02 Installs exterior wall
Installs exterior finishes components coverings
35%

F –Performs interior finishing 14%

Task F-17 F-17.01 Installs wallboard F-17.02 Applies compound to F-17.03 Installs panels, tiles
Applies wall and ceiling finishes walls and ceilings and solid wood finishes
17%

F-17.04 Installs suspended F-17.05 Installs demountable

ceilings wall systems

Task F-18 F-18.01 Installs underlayment F-18.02 Installs floor F-18.03 Installs access
Installs flooring coverings flooring
17%

Task F-19 F-19.01 Installs interior F-19.02 Installs interior doors F-19.03 Installs interior
Installs interior doors and windows jambs/frames windows
31%

F-19.04 Installs interior door

and window hardware

Task F-20 F-20.01 Fabricates finish F-20.02 Installs finish F-20.03 Constructs stairs
Constructs and installs finish components components and accessories
components and stairs
35%

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G – Performs renovations 10%

Task G-21 G-21.01 Removes existing G-21.02 Protects structure

Performs renovation-specific support material during renovations
activities
48%

Task G-22 G-22.01 Joins new to existing G-22.02 Changes existing

Performs renovation-specific construction structure during renovations
construction activities
52%

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Harmonization of Apprenticeship Training
Provincial and territorial apprenticeship authorities are each responsible for their respective
apprenticeship programs. In the spirit of continual improvement, and to facilitate mobility among
apprentices in Canada, participating authorities have agreed to work towards harmonizing certain aspects
of their programs where possible. After consulting with their stakeholders in the trade, they have reached
consensus on the following elements. Note that implementation of these elements may vary from
jurisdiction to jurisdiction, depending on their own circumstances. For more information on the
implementation in any province and territory, please contact that jurisdiction’s apprenticeship authority.

1. Trade name
The official Red Seal name for this trade is Carpenter.

2. Number of Levels of Apprenticeship

The number of levels of technical training recommended for this trade is 4 (four).

3. Total Training Hours During Apprenticeship Training

The total hours of training, including both on-the-job and in-school training for this trade is 7200.

4. Sequencing Topics and Related Sub-tasks

The topic titles in the table below are placed in a column for each apprenticeship level for technical
training. Each topic is accompanied by the sub-tasks and their reference number. The topics in the grey
shaded cells represent those that are covered “in context” with other training in the subsequent years.

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4

Tools and Equipment Tools and Equipment Tools and Equipment

Documentation Documentation Documentation

Tools and Equipment Tools and Equipment

1.01 Uses hand, power and 1.05 Uses layout instruments
pneumatic tools
1.02 Uses stationary tools
1.03 Uses powder-actuated
tools
1.04 Uses lifting, rigging and
hoisting equipment
1.05 Uses layout
instruments and equipment
(1.06, 1.07 Not Common
Core)

Safety-Related Activities
2.01 Uses personal
protective equipment (PPE)
and safety equipment
2.02 Maintains safe work
environment

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 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4

Temporary Access Structures

3.01 Uses stationary access
equipment
3.02 Uses mobile access
equipment
3.03 Erects/dismantles
scaffolding
3.04 Modifies scaffolding

Uses Communication Uses Mentoring Techniques

Techniques 4.02 Uses mentoring
4.01 Uses communication techniques
techniques

Documentation
5.01 Interprets project
drawings
5.02 Interprets
specifications.
5.03 Interprets safety
documentation
5.04 Interprets workplace
documentation

Organizes Work
6.01 Schedules
work sequence
6.02 Performs site
preparation
6.03 Performs
quantity take off
6.04 Organizes
material

Layout Layout Layout Layout

7.01 Performs site layout 7.01 Performs site layout 7.02 Lays out concrete 7.03 Lays out floors
7.02 Lays out concrete 7.03 Lays out floors formwork 7.07 Lays out roofs
formwork 7.05 Lays out walls 7.03 Lays out floors 7.08 Lays out stairs
7.03 Lays out floors 7.06 Lays out ceilings 7.06 Lays out ceilings 7.09 Lays out balustrades
7.04 Lays out decks 7.07 Lays out roofs 7.07 Lays out roofs
7.05 Lays out walls 7.08 Lays out stairs 7.08 Lays out stairs
7.06 Lays out ceilings 7.09 Lays out balustrades
7.07 Lays out roofs

Formwork Formwork
8.03 Constructs footing 8.01 Erects excavation
forms shoring and underpinning
8.04 Constructs wall form 8.02 Erects concrete
systems and grade beam falsework
formwork 8.06 Constructs column
8.05 Constructs slab formwork
formwork 8.07 Constructs stair
8.08 Installs embedded formwork
reinforcements 8.08 Installs embedded
8.09 Dismantles formwork reinforcements

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 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4

Concrete, Cement-Based Concrete, Cement-Based and

and Epoxy Products Epoxy Products
9.01 Places concrete 9.04 Installs pre-cast
9.02 Facilitates curing of components
concrete 9.05 Installs grout
9.03 Performs basic
concrete finishing

Floor Systems Floor Systems

10.01 Installs engineered 10.02 Constructs
floor systems. dimensional lumber floor
10.02 Constructs framing
dimensional lumber floor
framing

Deck Systems
11.01 Constructs decks
11.02 Installs deck
components

Wall Systems Wall Systems

12.01 Installs engineered 12.01 Installs engineered
wall systems wall systems
12.02 Constructs 12.02 Constructs
dimensional lumber wall dimensional lumber wall
framing framing

Roof and Ceiling Systems Roof and Ceiling Systems Roof and Ceiling Systems
13.01 Installs engineered 13.01 Installs engineered 13.01 Installs engineered
trusses trusses trusses
13.02 Constructs roof and 13.02 Constructs roof and 13.02 Constructs roof and
ceiling framing ceiling framing ceiling framing

Exterior Doors and Windows

14.01 Installs exterior
jambs/frames
14.02 Installs exterior doors
14.03 Installs exterior
windows
14.04 Installs exterior door
and window hardware

Roofing
15.01 Installs roofing
components
15.02 Installs roofing
coverings

Exterior Finishes
16.01 Installs exterior wall
components
16.02 Installs exterior wall
coverings

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 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4

Wall and Ceiling Finishes

17.01 Installs wallboard
17.02 Applies compound to
walls and ceilings
17.03 Installs panels, tiles
and solid wood finishes
17.04 Installs suspended
ceilings
17.05 Installs demountable
wall systems

Flooring
18.01 Installs underlayment
18.02 Installs floor
coverings
18.03 Installs access
flooring

Interior Doors and Windows

19.01 Installs interior
jambs/frames
19.02 Installs interior doors.
19.03 Installs interior
windows
19.04 Installs interior door
and window hardware

Finish Components and Finish Components and Finish Components and

Stairs Stairs Stairs
20.03 Constructs stairs1 20.01 Fabricates finish 20.03 Constructs stairs
components
20.02 Installs finish
components and accessories
20.03 Constructs stairs

Renovation Support
Activities
21.01 Removes existing
material
21.02 Protects structure
during renovations

Renovation Construction
Activities
22.01 Joins new to existing
construction
22.02 Changes existing
structure during renovations

1
Some basic overview of stair construction concepts could be introduced by trainers as a meet and exceed in level one (e.g. in combination
with decks), but note that industry would be introducing the experience on the job when possible.

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Major Work Activity A
Performs common occupational skills

Task A-1 Uses and maintains tools and equipment

Task Descriptor
Carpenters use and maintain tools and equipment to perform tasks efficiently and safely.

A-1.01 Uses hand, power and pneumatic tools

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-1.01.01P organize and store tools tools are organized and stored in clean,
dry, ventilated and secure area to prevent
damage
A-1.01.02P add protective coating to hand tools protective coating is added to hand tools
A-1.01.03P lubricate fuel-powered and pneumatic fuel-powered and pneumatic tools are
tools lubricated according to manufacturers’
specifications to prevent rusting and
corrosion, and to protect internal
components
A-1.01.04P sharpen tools tools are sharpened according to industry
standards
A-1.01.05P recognize, tag and remove worn, worn, damaged and defective tools are
damaged and defective tools from service recognized, tagged and removed from
service according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
A-1.01.06P charge batteries batteries are charged according to
manufacturers’ specifications to avoid
damage to battery
A-1.01.07P clean tools tools are cleaned for ease of operation
and longevity according to manufacturers’
specifications

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 A-1.01.08P inspect tools, hoses and connections tools, hoses and connections are
inspected according to manufacturers’
specifications to prevent damage to tools
and injury to workers
A-1.01.09P change oil and filter of pneumatic tools oil and filter of pneumatic tools are
changed according to manufacturers’
specifications
A-1.01.10P drain compressor tank after use compressor tank is drained after use
according to manufacturers’ specifications
to prevent corrosion of tank and damage
to tools
A-1.01.11P perform setup and alignment adjustments setup and alignment adjustments of fuel-
of fuel-powered tool attachments and powered tool attachments and
components components are performed
A-1.01.12P set up depth stop on hammer drill depth stop on hammer drill is set up

Range of Variables
hand tools include: see Appendix B
fuel-powered and pneumatic tools include: see Appendix B
fuel-powered tool attachments include: chain saw bars, chains

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-1.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of hand tools, identify types of hand tools, and describe
portable power tools, pneumatic tools their characteristics and applications
and equipment, and fuel-powered tools
and equipment, their characteristics and
applications
identify types of portable power tools,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types of pneumatic tools and
equipment, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify types of fuel-powered tools and
equipment, and their fuels, and describe
their characteristics and applications
describe revolutions per minute (RPM)
ratings for blades and discs and
importance of matching rating to power
tool RPM
A-1.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to describe procedures to maintain hand
maintain hand tools, portable power tools
tools, pneumatic tools and equipment,
and fuel-powered tools and equipment
describe procedures to maintain portable
power tools

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 describe procedures to maintain
pneumatic tools and equipment
describe procedures to maintain fuel-
powered tools and equipment
identify tools requiring sharpening
A-1.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of safe use describe safe use practices for hand
practices for hand tools, portable power tools, portable power tools, pneumatic
tools, pneumatic tools and equipment, tools and equipment, and fuel-powered
and fuel-powered tools and equipment tools and equipment

Range of Variables
hand tools include: see Appendix B
portable power tools include: see Appendix B
pneumatic tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
fuel-powered tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
fuels include: gasoline, propane, kerosene

A-1.02 Uses stationary tools

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-1.02.01P remove, replace or sharpen dull or dull or damaged cutting and abrading
damaged cutting and abrading attachments on stationary tools are
attachments on stationary tools removed, replaced or sharpened
according to manufacturers’ specifications
A-1.02.02P adjust and align components of components of stationary tools are
stationary tools adjusted and aligned according to
manufacturers’ specifications to prevent
wear and to maintain proper operation
A-1.02.03P maintain guards guards are maintained according to
manufacturers’ specifications to prevent
injury
A-1.02.04P clean stationary tools stationary tools are cleaned to ensure
smooth operation and to eliminate cutting
hazards and injuries

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 A-1.02.05P identify, tag out and remove from service damaged and worn stationary tools and
damaged and worn stationary tools and components are identified, tagged-out
components and removed from service according to
project and manufacturers’ specifications
and safety standards
A-1.02.06P use stationary tools stationary tools are used according to
job tasks and manufacturers’
specifications

Range of Variables
stationary tools include: see Appendix B
components include: knives, blades
guards include: anti‐kickback devices, belt guards, basket guards

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-1.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of stationary identify types of stationary tools, and
tools, their characteristics and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
identify hazards and describe safe work
practices pertaining to stationary tools
A-1.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to describe procedures to use stationary
use stationary tools tools
A-1.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
maintain stationary tools maintain stationary tools
describe procedures to maintain
stationary tools
describe procedures to maintain guards
describe tagout procedures

Range of Variables
stationary tools include: see Appendix B
guards include: anti‐kickback devices, belt guards, basket guards

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 A-1.03 Uses powder-actuated tools

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-1.03.01P inspect powder-actuated tools prior to use powder-actuated tools are inspected
according to manufacturers’ specifications
prior to use to detect faults and defects
A-1.03.02P maintain powder-actuated tools prior to powder-actuated tools are maintained
use according to manufacturers’ specifications
prior to use to detect faults and defects
A-1.03.03P dismantle, lubricate, clean and re‐ powder‐actuated tools are dismantled,
assemble powder‐actuated tools lubricated, cleaned and re‐assembled
according to manufacturers’ specifications
A-1.03.04P store tools, pins and shots/cartridges tools, pins and shots/cartridges are stored
in a secure, clean and dry location
according to manufacturers’ specifications
and safety regulations
A-1.03.05P store and dispose of unused and misfired unused and misfired shots/cartridges are
shots/cartridges stored and disposed of according to
manufacturers’ specifications and safety
regulations
A-1.03.06P use powder-actuated tools powder-actuated tools are used according
to manufacturers’ specifications and
jurisdictional requirements

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-1.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of powder‐ identify types of powder‐actuated tools
actuated tools, their characteristics and and shots/cartridges, and describe their
applications characteristics and applications
identify hazards and describe safe work
practices for powder‐actuated tools
describe procedures for storage and
disposal of unused or misfired
shots/cartridges
A-1.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of inspection and describe procedures to inspect and
maintenance procedures for powder- maintain powder-actuated tools
actuated tools

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 A-1.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to describe procedures to use powder‐
use powder‐actuated tools actuated tools
A-1.03.04L demonstrate knowledge of training and describe training and certification
certification requirements for use of requirements for use of powder‐actuated
powder‐actuated tools tools

A-1.04 Uses lifting, rigging and hoisting equipment

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-1.04.01P select and use hand signals for lifting and hand signals are selected and used for
hoisting loads lifting and hoisting loads according to
jurisdictional requirements
A-1.04.02P select and tie knots knots are selected and tied according to
load and application
A-1.04.03P select and use lifting and rigging lifting and rigging equipment are selected
equipment and used according to load and
application, and manufacturers’
specifications
A-1.04.04P prepare load load is prepared using dunnage to enable
access for lifting chains and slings, and
for storage
A-1.04.05P secure load load is secured using rigging methods
A-1.04.06P locate lifting points lifting points are located to ensure sling
angle and to balance and secure load
A-1.04.07P use tag lines tag lines are used to guide and control
load
A-1.04.08P follow daily procedures daily procedures are followed according
to jurisdictional requirements

Range of Variables
rigging methods include: choking, slinging, securing hooks, sling angles
daily procedures include: inspection of rigging equipment, storage

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 Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-1.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of lifting, rigging identify types of lifting, rigging and
and hoisting equipment, their hoisting equipment, and describe their
characteristics and applications characteristics and applications
identify hazards and describe safe work
practices for lifting, rigging and hoisting
equipment
identify components of lifting, rigging and
hoisting equipment, and describe their
characteristics and applications
A-1.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to describe rigging and hoisting
use lifting, rigging and hoisting equipment procedures
describe hand signals for lifting and
hoisting
describe procedures to perform knots and
hitches
A-1.04.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and describe training and certification
certification requirements for use of requirements for use of power-elevated
power-elevated work platforms work platforms
A-1.04.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory describe regulations and requirements for
requirements for operation of material operation of material handling
handling equipment equipment

Range of Variables
rigging and hoisting procedures include: load weight calculations, working load limits (WLL), sling
angles
material handling equipment includes: tele-handlers, skid steers, forklifts

A-1.05 Uses layout instruments and equipment

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-1.05.01P select layout instruments and layout instruments and equipment are
equipment selected according to project
requirements
A-1.05.02P select location of setup location of setup is selected to avoid high
traffic areas and to ensure efficiency and
accuracy of layout

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 A-1.05.03P transport, set up, secure and level layout layout instruments and equipment are
instruments and equipment transported, set up, secured and leveled
to ensure accuracy of layout and good
access for operator according to site
requirements and conditions
A-1.05.04P check for accuracy of layout instruments layout instruments and equipment are
and equipment checked for accuracy according to back
sighting and fore sighting
A-1.05.05P determine elevations and angles elevations and angles are determined
according to drawings and project
requirements
A-1.05.06P record layout information layout information is recorded according
to drawings and project requirements
A-1.05.07P clean, dry and store layout instruments layout instruments and equipment are
and equipment cleaned, dried and stored in a clean, dry
and secure location after each use
according to manufacturers’ specifications
A-1.05.08P set out building points building points are set out using layout
instruments and equipment according
to information on project drawings

Range of Variables
layout instruments and equipment include: see Appendix B
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
layout information includes: elevations, grid lines, offsets, as-builts

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-1.05.01L demonstrate knowledge of layout identify layout instruments and
instruments and equipment, and equipment, and describe their
describe their characteristics and characteristics and applications
applications
identify layout information, and describe
associated applications
describe basic survey theory and
terminology
A-1.05.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify layout instruments and
use layout instruments and equipment equipment, and describe procedures for
use
describe procedures to transport, set up,
secure and level equipment
describe procedures to determine
elevations and angles

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 describe procedures to clean, dry and
store equipment
describe procedures to set out building
points

Range of Variables
layout instruments and equipment include: see Appendix B
layout information includes: elevations, grid lines, offsets, as-builts

A-1.06 Uses tack welding equipment (Not Common Core)

NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
no no NV no NV yes no yes no no NV NV NV

Skills
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-1.06.01P inspect equipment equipment is inspected for safe use and
to identify defects
A-1.06.02P maintain fuel and oil levels fuel and oil levels are maintained
according to manufacturers’ specifications
A-1.06.03P select and use tack welding equipment tack welding equipment is selected and
used according to project requirements
A-1.06.04P store equipment and rods equipment and rods are stored in clean
and dry location

Range of Variables
defects include: frayed cables, damaged ground clamps and electrode holder

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-1.06.01L demonstrate knowledge of tack welding identify tack welding equipment, and
equipment describe their characteristics and
applications
describe inspection requirements for safe
use and identify equipment defects
A-1.06.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to describe tack welding techniques and
use tack welding equipment practices
describe procedures to maintain fuel and
oil levels

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 describe procedures to store equipment
and rods
A-1.06.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and describe training and certification
certification requirements requirements for use of tack welding
equipment

Range of Variables
defects include: frayed cables, damaged ground clamps and electrode holder

A-1.07 Uses torch cutting equipment (Not Common Core)

NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
no no NV no NV yes no yes no yes NV NV NV

Skills
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-1.07.01P select and use torch cutting torch cutting equipment is selected and
equipment used according to project requirements
A-1.07.02P inspect hoses, gauges, compressed gas hoses, gauges, compressed gas cylinders
cylinders and connections and connections are inspected for leaks
and damage according to manufacturers’
specifications
A-1.07.03P clean tips tips are cleaned with tip cleaner to ensure
even flow of gas according to
manufacturers’ specifications
A-1.07.04P set gauges gauges are set to required pressures for
efficient cutting according to
manufacturers’ specifications
A-1.07.05P follow procedures and sequences for procedures and sequences for lighting
lighting and operation and operation are followed according to
gases used
A-1.07.06P store torch cutting equipment torch cutting equipment is stored
securely according to Occupational Health
and Safety (OH&S) regulations and
manufacturers’ specifications
A-1.07.07P maintain striker striker is maintained by replacing flint
according to manufacturers’ specifications

Range of Variables
torch cutting equipment includes: see Appendix B

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 Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-1.07.01L demonstrate knowledge of torch cutting identify torch cutting equipment, and
equipment, their components, describe their characteristics and
characteristics and applications applications
identify components of torch cutting
equipment, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify types of fire extinguishers and
describe their characteristics, applications
and procedures for use
A-1.07.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to describe torch cutting techniques and
use torch cutting equipment practices
describe procedures to use torch cutting
equipment and associated components
describe procedures to maintain torch
cutting equipment and associated
components
describe procedures to store torch
cutting equipment
A-1.07.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and describe training and certification
certification requirements for use of torch requirements for use of torch cutting
cutting equipment equipment
A-1.07.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for operating torch cutting operating torch cutting equipment
equipment

Range of Variables
torch cutting equipment includes: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: Canadian Standards Association (CSA), OH&S, building codes
(NBC, local), site-specific (company or client), jurisdictional requirements

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Task A-2 Performs safety-related activities

Task Descriptor
Carpenters’ work is heavily influenced by safety-related activities. They must be knowledgeable in safe
work practices and proper use of PPE and safety equipment.

A-2.01 Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-2.01.01P identify, tag and remove damaged PPE damaged PPE is identified, tagged and
from service removed from service according to
manufacturers’ specifications and
company policies
A-2.01.02P select fall protection equipment fall protection equipment is selected
according to manufacturers’
specifications, work conditions,
standards and regulations and
company policies
A-2.01.03P use PPE and safety equipment PPE and safety equipment is used
according to manufacturers’ specifications
regarding lifespan and use, project
requirements, company policies and
standards and regulations
A-2.01.04P ensure fit of PPE PPE is adjusted to ensure fit according to
manufacturers’ specifications
A-2.01.05P locate safety equipment safety equipment is located on site plan
according to standards and regulations
A-2.01.06P wear work appropriate clothing work appropriate clothing is worn
according to company policies and
standards and regulations
A-2.01.07P use fall protection equipment fall protection equipment is used
according to manufacturers’
specifications, company policy and
standards and regulations

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 A-2.01.08P use site‐specific safety equipment site‐specific safety equipment is used
according to manufacturers’
specifications, site instructions and
company policies
A-2.01.09P store PPE PPE is stored in a clean and dry location
according to manufacturers’ specifications

Range of Variables
PPE includes: hard hats, fall protection, hand protection, face shields, eye protection, respiratory
protection, hearing protection, safety boots
fall protection equipment includes: harness, lanyard, rope grab, lifeline (static, self-retracting),
anchorage
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
safety equipment includes: see Appendix B
work appropriate clothing includes: sleeved shirts, long pants, task-appropriate gloves

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-2.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of PPE and identify types of PPE, and describe their
safety equipment, their characteristics characteristics and applications
and applications
identify types of safety equipment, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify fall protection equipment, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify work appropriate clothing, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
A-2.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to describe procedures to select and use
select and use PPE and safety PPE
equipment
describe procedures to select and use
safety equipment
describe procedures to locate safety
equipment
A-2.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training requirements for PPE and
certification requirements for PPE and safety equipment
safety equipment
identify safety training requirements
A-2.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify safety manuals, standards and
requirements for PPE and safety regulations for PPE and safety
equipment equipment

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Range of Variables
PPE includes: hard hats, fall protection, hand protection, face shields, eye protection, respiratory
protection, hearing protection, safety boots
safety equipment includes: see Appendix B
fall protection equipment includes: harness, lanyard, rope grab, lifeline (static, self-retracting),
anchorage
work appropriate clothing includes: sleeved shirts, long pants, task-appropriate gloves
safety training requirements include: confined space entry, working near high voltage, elevated work
platforms, equipment operation, site-specific training, fall protection
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

A-2.02 Maintains safe work environment

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-2.02.01P use barrier equipment and structures barrier equipment and structures are
used to bring attention to potential
hazardous situations and to prevent entry
of workers and public on site
A-2.02.02P install temporary lighting, environmental temporary lighting, environmental
protection and hoarding protection and hoarding are installed
according to standards and regulations
A-2.02.03P follow safe work procedures safe work procedures are followed
according to company policies, standards
and regulations
A-2.02.04P identify and report hazards hazards are identified and reported
according to company policies, standards
and regulations to prevent incidents
A-2.02.05P apply WHMIS procedures WHMIS procedures are applied
A-2.02.06P comply with standards and regulations standards and regulations are reviewed
and complied with
A-2.02.07P keep worksite clean worksite is kept clean according to
company policy, standards and
regulations to ensure a safe and
organized worksite environment
A-2.02.08P block, cover, fasten and label openings openings are blocked, covered, fastened
and labelled according to standards and
regulations to avoid injury to workers and
public

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 A-2.02.09P write and use pre‐task safety instructions pre-task safety instructions and hazard
and hazard assessments [field level risk assessments (FLRAs) are written and
assessment (FLRA)] used according to company policy,
standards and regulations to determine
hazards and to mitigate or eliminate risks
of tasks being performed
A-2.02.10P identify location of safety equipment location of safety equipment is identified
according to site safety plan posted on
project site

Range of Variables
barrier equipment and structures include: barricades, caution tape, ropes, chains, wires, rails
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
safe work procedures include: fall protection, confined space, lockout and tagout, material handling,
access and egress, control zones
WHMIS procedures include: record keeping of Safety Data Sheets (SDS), product identification,
handling, disposal

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-2.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of maintaining a identify barrier equipment and
safe work environment structures, and describe their
characteristics and applications
describe procedures to install temporary
lighting, environmental protection and
hoarding
identify safe work procedures, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify hazards and describe associated
reporting procedures
describe associated standards and
regulations and WHMIS procedures
identify and describe elements of pre‐task
safety instructions and hazard
assessments [field level risk assessment
(FLRA)]
A-2.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to describe procedures to ensure clean
maintain safe work environment worksite
describe procedures to block, cover,
fasten and label openings
describe procedures to locate safety
equipment
describe lockout and tagout procedures

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 A-2.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of training identify training requirements for
requirements for maintaining safe work maintaining safe work environment
environment
A-2.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify safety manuals, standards and
requirements for maintaining safe work regulations for maintaining safe work
environment environment

Range of Variables
barrier equipment and structures include: barricades, caution tape, ropes, chains, wires, rails
safe work procedures include: fall protection, confined space, lockout and tagout, material handling,
access and egress, control zones
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
WHMIS procedures include: record keeping of Safety Data Sheets (SDS), product identification,
handling, disposal

Task A-3 Builds and uses temporary access structures

Task Descriptor
Carpenters must access various work locations and must be able to use different types of access
equipment. Sometimes carpenters must design and build access equipment and structures such as
scaffolds, ladders and ramps to perform their work, or to be used by other trades.

A-3.01 Uses stationary access equipment

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-3.01.01P construct, install and secure site‐built site‐built access equipment is
access equipment constructed, installed and secured
according to standards and regulations
A-3.01.02P install and secure prefabricated access prefabricated access equipment is
equipment installed and secured according to
standards and regulations

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 A-3.01.03P maintain stationary access equipment stationary access equipment is
maintained according to standards and
regulations
A-3.01.04P inspect stationary access equipment for stationary access equipment is
defects inspected for defects according to
standards and regulations

Range of Variables
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
stationary access equipment includes: guardrails, ladders, ladder jacks, scaffolding

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-3.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of stationary identify types of stationary access
access equipment, their characteristics equipment, and describe their
and applications characteristics and applications
identify types of site‐built access
equipment, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify types of prefabricated access
equipment, and describe their
characteristics and applications
A-3.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
inspect and maintain stationary access inspect and maintain stationary access
equipment equipment, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to inspect and
maintain stationary access equipment
A-3.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training and certification
certification requirements for using requirements for using stationary access
stationary access equipment equipment
A-3.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for using stationary access using stationary access equipment
equipment
A-3.01.05L demonstrate knowledge of construction, describe procedures for site‐built access
and installation of site‐built access equipment construction and installation
equipment according to standards and regulations
A-3.01.06L demonstrate knowledge of assembly and describe procedures for assembly and
installation of prefabricated access installation of prefabricated access
equipment equipment according to standards and
regulations

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Range of Variables
stationary access equipment includes: guardrails, ladders, ladder jacks, scaffolding
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

A-3.02 Uses mobile access equipment

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-3.02.01P select mobile access equipment mobile access equipment is selected
according to project task
A-3.02.02P set up and operate mobile access mobile access equipment is set up and
equipment operated according to manufacturers'
specifications, site conditions and
standards and regulations
A-3.02.03P maintain mobile access equipment mobile access equipment is maintained
according to manufacturers’ specifications
A-3.02.04P inspect mobile access equipment mobile access equipment is inspected
for defects according to manufacturers’
specifications

Range of Variables
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
mobile access equipment includes: aerial work platforms (AWP) (scissor lift, articulating boom lift [ABL],
telescopic boom lift)

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-3.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of mobile identify types of mobile access
access equipment, their characteristics equipment, and describe their
and applications characteristics and applications
A-3.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to describe procedures to use mobile
use mobile access equipment access equipment
identify hazardous conditions affecting
operation of mobile access equipment
A-3.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
inspect and maintain mobile access inspect and maintain mobile access
equipment equipment, and describe their
procedures for use

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 describe procedures to inspect and
maintain mobile access equipment
A-3.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training and certification
certification requirements for using requirements for using mobile access
mobile access equipment equipment
A-3.02.05L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for using mobile access using mobile access equipment
equipment

Range of Variables
mobile access equipment includes: aerial work platforms (AWP) (scissor lift, articulating boom lift (ABL),
telescopic boom lift)
hazardous conditions include: soft ground, wet conditions, overhead powerlines
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

A-3.03 Erects/dismantles scaffolding

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-3.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
A-3.03.02P select scaffold systems and scaffold scaffold systems and scaffold
components components are selected according to
project requirements
A-3.03.03P assemble scaffold components scaffold components are assembled in
sequence according to manufacturers'
specifications, and standards and
regulations
A-3.03.04P tie in scaffold systems scaffold systems are tied in according to
standards and regulations
A-3.03.05P dismantle scaffold components scaffold components are dismantled in
sequence according to standards and
regulations

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 A-3.03.06P identify use-approval systems use-approval systems are identified and
used to inform others of condition of
scaffold according to standards and
regulations
A-3.03.07P tag and remove from service damaged damaged scaffold components are
scaffold components tagged and removed from service
according to standards and regulations

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
scaffold systems include: wood, platform, frame, system scaffolding, tube-and-clamp, pump-jack
scaffolds
scaffold components include: transoms, ledgers and standards, frames, cross braces, couplers, tubes,
clamps, platforms, mud sills
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-3.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of scaffold identify scaffold systems and scaffold
systems and associated scaffold components, and describe their
components, characteristics and characteristics and applications
applications
A-3.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
erect and dismantle scaffold systems erect and dismantle scaffold systems
and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to erect and
dismantle scaffold systems
A-3.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training and certification
certification requirements for inspecting, requirements for inspecting, erecting and
erecting and dismantling scaffold dismantling scaffold systems
systems
A-3.03.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for erecting and dismantling erecting and dismantling scaffold
scaffold systems systems

Range of Variables
scaffold systems include: wood, platform, frame, system scaffolding, tube-and-clamp, pump-jack
scaffolds
scaffold components include: transoms, ledgers and standards, frames, cross braces, couplers, tubes,
clamps, platforms, mud sills
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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 A-3.04 Modifies scaffolding

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-3.04.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
A-3.04.02P identify location and types of support location and types of support required for
required for altering existing scaffold altering existing scaffold structure are
structure identified according to engineer’s
specifications and standards and
regulations
A-3.04.03P select scaffold components for scaffold components for modification of
modification of scaffold structure scaffold structure are selected according
to engineer’s specifications and
standards and regulations
A-3.04.04P plan scaffold modification sequences scaffold modification sequences are
planned taking into consideration existing
scaffold design, according to engineer’s
specifications and standards and
regulations
A-3.04.05P remove or install scaffold components scaffold components are removed or
installed according to established
modification sequence

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
scaffold components include: transoms, ledgers and standards, frames, cross braces, couplers, tubes,
clamps, platforms, mud sills

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-3.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of scaffold identify scaffold systems and describe
systems, and associated scaffold their characteristics and applications
components, characteristics and
applications
identify scaffold components, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify and describe soil types and
conditions

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 interpret scaffold drawings
describe hand signals appropriate for
scaffold assembly
identify specialty access equipment,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
A-3.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
modify scaffold systems modify scaffold systems, and describe
their procedures for use
describe procedures to modify scaffold
systems

Range of Variables
scaffold systems include: wood, platform, frame, system scaffolding, tube-and-clamp, pump-jack
scaffolds
scaffold components include: transoms, ledgers and standards, frames, cross braces, couplers, tubes,
clamps, platforms, mud sills
specialty access equipment includes: swing stages, boatswain’s (bosun’s) chairs
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B

Task A-4 Uses communication and mentoring techniques

Task Descriptor
Learning in the trades is done primarily in the workplace with tradespeople passing on their skills and
knowledge to apprentices, as well as sharing knowledge among themselves. Apprenticeship is, and
always has been about mentoring – learning workplace skills and passing them on. Because of the
importance of this to the trade, this task covers the activities related to communication in the workplace
and mentoring skills.

A-4.01 Uses communication techniques

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-4.01.01P demonstrate communication practices instructions and messages are interpreted
with individuals or in a group by all parties involved in communication
A-4.01.02P listen using active listening practices active listening practices are used

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 A-4.01.03P receive and respond to feedback on work response to feedback indicates
completed or performed understanding and corrective measures
are taken
A-4.01.04P receive and respond to instruction on task response to instructions indicates
assignment understanding and work is undertaken
A-4.01.05P explain and provide feedback explanation and feedback is provided and
task is carried out as directed
A-4.01.06P use questions to improve communication asking questions enhance understanding,
on-the-project training and goal setting
A-4.01.07P participate in safety and information meetings are attended, information is
meetings relayed to workforce, and is applied
A-4.01.08P send and receive electronic messages electronic messages are sent and
received using professionalism, plain
language and clear expressions according
to company policy

Range of Variables
active listening includes: hearing, interpreting, reflecting, responding, paraphrasing
electronic messages include: email, text (short message service [SMS], Multimedia Messaging Service
[MMS], Over the Top [OTT] applications)

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-4.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of trade define terminology used in trade
terminology
A-4.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of effective describe importance of using effective
communication practices verbal and non-verbal communication with
people in the workplace
identify sources of information to
effectively communicate
identify communication and learning
styles
describe effective listening and speaking
skills
describe effectively receiving and giving
instructions
identify personal responsibilities and
attitudes that contribute to on-the-project
success
identify value of equity, diversity and
inclusion (EDI) in workplace

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 identify communication that constitutes as
bullying, harassment and discrimination
A-4.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of various identify communication styles appropriate
communications styles for electronic to different systems and applications of
messages electronic messages

Range of Variables
people in the workplace include: other tradespeople, colleagues, apprentices, supervisors, clients,
jurisdictional representatives, manufacturers
sources of information include: regulations, codes, occupational health and safety requirements,
jurisdictional requirements, prints, drawings, specifications, company and client documentation
learning styles include: seeing it, hearing it, trying it
personal responsibilities and attitudes include: asking questions, working safely, accepting
constructive feedback, time management and punctuality, respect for authority, good stewardship of
materials, tools and property, efficient work practice
harassment as defined by the Canadian and jurisdictional Human Rights Commissions
discrimination as defined by the Canadian Human Rights Act and jurisdictional human rights laws
electronic messages include: email, text (SMS, MMS, OTT applications)

A-4.02 Uses mentoring techniques

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
A-4.02.01P identify and communicate learning apprentice or learner can explain
objective and point of lesson objective and point of lesson
A-4.02.02P link lesson to other lessons and projects lesson order and unplanned learning
opportunities are defined
A-4.02.03P demonstrates performance of a skill to an steps required to demonstrate a skill
apprentice or learner are performed
A-4.02.04P set up practice conditions required for practice conditions are set up so that
an apprentice or learner to practice a skill skill can be practiced safely by apprentice
or learner
A-4.02.05P assess apprentice or learner’s ability to performance of apprentice or learner
perform tasks with increasing improves with practice to point where skill
independence can be done with little supervision
A-4.02.06P give supportive and corrective feedback apprentice or learner adopts best practice
after having been given supportive or
corrective feedback
A-4.02.07P support apprentices or learners in technical training is completed within
pursuing technical training opportunities timeframe prescribed by apprenticeship
authority

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 A-4.02.08P support anti-harassment in workplace workplace is harassment and
discrimination-free
A-4.02.09P assess apprentice or learner suitability to apprentice or learner is given constructive
trade during probationary period feedback that helps them identify their
own strengths and weaknesses and
suitability for trade

Range of Variables
steps required to demonstrate a skill include: understanding the who, what, where, when, why, and
how, explaining, showing, giving encouragement, following up to ensure skill is performed correctly
practice conditions mean: guided, limited independence, full independence
harassment as defined by the Canadian and jurisdictional Human Rights Commissions
discrimination as defined by the Canadian Human Rights Act and jurisdictional human rights laws

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
A-4.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of strategies for describe importance of individual
learning skills in workplace experience
describe shared responsibilities for
workplace learning
determine one’s own learning preferences
and explain how these relate to learning
new skills
describe importance of different types of
skills in workplace
describe importance of essential skills in
workplace
identify different learning styles
identify different learning needs and
strategies to meet them
identify strategies to assist in learning a
skill
A-4.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of strategies for identify different roles played by
teaching workplace skills workplace mentor
describe teaching skills
explain importance of identifying point of
lesson
identify how to choose a good time to
present lesson
explain importance of linking lessons
identify components of skill (context)
describe considerations in setting up
opportunities for skill practice
explain importance of providing
constructive feedback

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 identify techniques for giving constructive
feedback
describe a skills assessment
identify methods of assessing progress
explain how to adjust lesson to different
situations

Range of Variables
essential skills are: reading, document use, writing, oral communication, numeracy, thinking, working
with others, digital technology, continuous learning
learning styles include: seeing it, hearing it, trying it
learning needs include: learning disabilities, learning preferences, language proficiency
strategies to assist in learning a skill include: understanding the basic principles of instruction,
developing coaching skills, being mature and patient, providing feedback
teaching skills include: identifying the point of the lesson, linking the lesson, demonstrating the skill,
providing practice, giving constructive feedback, assessing skills and progress

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Major Work Activity B
Performs planning and layout

Task B-5 Interprets documentation

Task Descriptor
Carpenters must locate information in various documents and understand the relationship between them
in order to form a plan of construction.

B-5.01 Interprets project drawings

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-5.01.01P determine measurements from paper and measurements from project drawings are
digital project drawings determined using drafting instruments
and digital tools
B-5.01.02P locate information for layout information for layout is located
B-5.01.03P relay drawing information to co-workers drawing information is relayed to
or others co-workers or others
B-5.01.04P identify conflicts within set of project conflicts within a set of project drawings
drawings are identified taking into consideration
priority of different drawings
B-5.01.05P visualize two-dimensional information into two-dimensional information is visualized
three-dimensional space into three-dimensional space in order to
complete project
B-5.01.06P identify grid lines grid lines are identified to determine
distances and locations of key building
components for layout

Range of Variables
drafting instruments include: protractors, scale rulers, compasses
digital tools include: drafting software, laptops, tablets, smartphones
information includes: details, elevations, sections, door and window schedules, all project documentation
drawings include: site, architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, as-built, details, shop

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 Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-5.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of project identify types of drawings, and describe
drawings, their characteristics and their characteristics and applications
applications
identify types of drawing components,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
identify client and manufacturers’
specifications
identify location of specifications and
drawings on work site
explain importance of maintaining
accurate and thorough records and
creating as-built drawings
B-5.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for project drawings project drawings and their locations

Range of Variables
drawings include: site, architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, as-built, details, shop
drawing components include: lines, dimensions, symbols, legends, schedules, abbreviations
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

B-5.02 Interprets specifications

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-5.02.01P identify products, materials and products, materials and installation
installation procedures procedures are identified according to
project documents
B-5.02.02P determine when alternatives can be used alternatives are determined according to
project requirements
B-5.02.03P cross-reference various documents various documents are cross-referenced
according to project requirements

Range of Variables
documents include: code books, contract specifications, manufacturers’ specifications, change orders

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 Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-5.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of project identify types of project documents, and
documents, their characteristics and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
identify client and manufacturers’
specifications
identify elements of project documents
containing specifications
identify location of project documents on
work site
explain importance of maintaining
accurate and thorough records
B-5.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for specifications specifications and their locations

Range of Variables
documents include: code books, contract specifications, manufacturers’ specifications, change orders
elements of project documents include: specification tables (span, lintel, snow load), drawings (site,
architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural, shop, details), specification books
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

B-5.03 Interprets safety documentation

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-5.03.01P identify OH&S requirements OH&S requirements are identified
according to jurisdictional regulations and
company policies
B-5.03.02P identify safety precautions and safety precautions and procedures are
procedures identified according to safety
documentation
B-5.03.03P use information found in safety information found in safety
documentation documentation is used to employ safe
work procedures
B-5.03.04P document workplace health and safety risk assessment documentation is
risks complete with all potential risks and
mitigations identified

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Range of Variables
safety documentation includes: SDS, safety manuals, operating manuals, manufacturer labels, safety
work permits, safety meeting documents, FLRAs

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-5.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of safety identify types of safety documentation,
documentation, their characteristics and and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
explain importance of maintaining
accurate and thorough records
B-5.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of risk identify workplace risks
assessment
identify risk mitigation strategy
B-5.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for safety documentation safety documentation and their locations

Range of Variables
safety documentation includes: SDS, safety manuals, operating manuals, manufacturer labels, safety
work permits, safety meeting documents, FLRAs
workplace risks include: overhead hazards, fall hazards, trip hazards, physical injury risks,
environmental risks
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

B-5.04 Interprets workplace documentation

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-5.04.01P identify how workplace documents effects of workplace documents on
affect project requirements project requirements are identified
B-5.04.02P identify pertinent information on in-house pertinent information on in-house
documents and reports documents and reports is identified
according to project

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Range of Variables
workplace documents include: requests for information (RFI), site instructions (SI), change orders (CO),
building permits
in-house documents include: work permits, operating manuals
reports include: engineers’, non-conformance, deficiencies, soils, hazardous materials, inspection and
revision requests

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-5.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of workplace identify types of workplace documents,
documents, their characteristics and and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
identify types of reports, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify location of workplace
documents on work site
explain importance of maintaining
accurate and thorough records
B-5.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for workplace documents workplace documents and their
locations

Range of Variables
workplace documents include: requests for information (RFI), site instructions (SI), change orders (CO),
building permits
reports include: engineers’, non-conformance, deficiencies, soils, hazardous materials, inspection and
revision requests
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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Task B-6 Organizes work

Task Descriptor
Scheduling of work tasks and organization of materials are important to ensure project efficiencies,
product quality, and safety of workers and the public.

B-6.01 Schedules work sequence

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-6.01.01P identify and plan sequence of steps sequence of steps is identified and
planned to ensure efficient and safe
process, and quality product according to
scope of work
B-6.01.02P coordinate delivery of materials delivery of materials is coordinated
according to schedule and sequencing of
project
B-6.01.03P coordinate work with other trades work is coordinated with other trades
according to project critical path and
sequence of work
B-6.01.04P estimate time to complete tasks task completion matches estimated time
B-6.01.05P adapt to changing environmental changing environmental conditions are
conditions adapted to
B-6.01.06P account for changes in schedule alternate plans are developed to account
for changes in schedule

Range of Variables
environmental conditions include: rain, snow, wind, heat, cold, natural daylight, soil, water, ambient air,
exposure
changes in schedule include: material availability, work stoppages, other trades’ schedules

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-6.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of scheduling identify task requirements and their
work sequence impact on scheduling work sequence
describe considerations when determining
material delivery and lead times
describe considerations when determining
material storage requirements

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 describe procedures to coordinate
necessary components to be installed by
other trades
describe procedure to plan project
schedule and task sequence
identify environmental conditions and
their impact on scheduling work sequence
identify changes in schedule and their
impact on scheduling work sequence

Range of Variables
task requirements include: material, tools, labour
environmental conditions include: rain, snow, wind, heat, cold, natural daylight, soil, water, ambient air,
exposure
changes in schedule include: material availability, work stoppages, other trades’ schedules

B-6.02 Performs site preparation

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-6.02.01P assess requirements for utilities and utility requirements are assessed and
identify locations of existing utilities locations of existing utilities are identified
B-6.02.02P plan access and egress to and from access and egress to and from project
project site site is planned for safe movement of
workers and efficient delivery of materials
B-6.02.03P determine requirements for temporary temporary structures are planned
structures according to plans, specifications, codes,
regulations and project requirements
B-6.02.04P construct enclosures and supports for enclosures and supports are constructed
temporary utilities for temporary utilities according to
plans, specifications, codes and
regulations
B-6.02.05P install fencing, control gates and hoarding fencing, control gates and hoarding is
installed to prevent injury to public and
loss of materials and tools
B-6.02.06P set up storage for building materials storage is set up for building materials
considering accessibility, crane location,
safety of workers, security, material
requirements and prefab area
B-6.02.07P prepare location for materials and location for materials and deliveries is
deliveries prepared according to construction
sequence and security considerations

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 B-6.02.08P remove obstructions obstructions are removed according to
plans and specifications, and site
requirements
B-6.02.09P provide temporary protection of temporary protection of environment is
environment provided according to plans,
specifications and environmental
regulations
B-6.02.10P lock out and tag out sources of potential sources of potential energy are locked out
energy and tagged out according to jurisdictional
regulations and company policies

Range of Variables
temporary structures include: signage, guard rails, construction trailers, outbuildings, environmental
protection, scaffolding, hoarding
temporary utilities include: electrical, heating, water, toilets

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-6.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of site identify on-site conditions and
preparation requirements, and describe their
characteristics
describe how site work impacts
environment
describe procedures to locate and identify
utilities
describe excavation techniques, types of
soil, water problems and shoring
requirements
describe building techniques or practices
describe types and classifications of
hazardous materials
describe storage and handling
requirements for hazardous materials
identify tools and equipment used for
site preparation, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures for site preparation
describe lockout and tagout procedures
B-6.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training requirements for site
certification requirements for site preparation
preparation
identify certification requirements for
material handling equipment
B-6.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for site preparation site preparation

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Range of Variables
on-site conditions and requirements include: weather conditions, existing structures,
pedestrian/vehicular traffic, security requirements, safety signage
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
material handling equipment includes: rough terrain forklifts, telescopic booms, skid steers, forklifts,
cranes
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

B-6.03 Performs quantity takeoff

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-6.03.01P perform calculations calculations are performed to determine
required quantities of materials taking into
account application of material, waste and
reuse of available material
B-6.03.02P determine required quantities of materials required quantities of materials are
determined according to project drawings,
on-site measurements and change orders

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-6.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
perform quantity takeoff perform quantity takeoff, and describe
their procedures for use
identify physical and electronic
estimating tools, and describe their
procedures for use
identify calculations performed to
determine required quantities of materials
describe procedures to determine
required quantities of materials using
project drawings, specifications and on-
site measurements

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
estimating tools include: estimating guides, software

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 B-6.04 Organizes materials

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-6.04.01P arrange delivered materials and confirm delivered materials are arranged to
their delivery maximize efficiency and productivity, and
their delivery is confirmed
B-6.04.02P protect materials materials are protected from conditions
to ensure product integrity
B-6.04.03P store and handle hazardous materials hazardous materials are stored and
handled according to jurisdictional
regulations, manufacturers’ specifications
and company policies
B-6.04.04P place materials materials are placed to avoid excessive
point loading on existing structures, to
protect surroundings and people, and to
facilitate installation sequence

Range of Variables
conditions include: environmental, security, general foot traffic

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-6.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to describe procedures to order, receive,
organize materials organize and store materials
describe procedures to protect product
integrity
describe acclimatization requirements of
materials
B-6.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of hazardous describe types, classifications and
materials symbols of hazardous materials
describe storage and handling
requirements for hazardous materials
B-6.04.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training and certification
certification requirements for organizing requirements for storage and handling
materials requirements for hazardous materials
identify certification requirements for
material handling equipment

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Range of Variables
training and certification requirements include: WHMIS, Transport of Dangerous Goods (TDG),
company training programs
material handling equipment includes: rough terrain forklifts, telescopic booms, skid steers, forklifts

Task B-7 Performs layout

Task Descriptor
Layout means to use information from construction drawings to create physical structures and their
various components with accuracy while maintaining structural integrity and efficient use of materials.
Laying out involves measuring, calculating and marking locations of components and cuts in preparation
for construction.

B-7.01 Performs site layout

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
B-7.01.02P determine location of building and other location of building and other structures
structures is determined from survey control points
found in project drawings
B-7.01.03P place layout structures layout structures are placed to identify
location of buildings and other structures

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
other structures include: curbs, light standards, sidewalks, wells, septic systems
layout structures include: batter boards, benchmarks, iron pins, flagged nails

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Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to describe characteristics and applications
perform site layout of site layout
identify tools and equipment used to
perform site layout, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to perform site layout
describe applications for using survey
control points
identify layout structures, and describe
their characteristics and applications
describe geometry and calculations used
to perform layout
describe basic survey theory used to
perform layout
identify task requirements, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify other trades/sub-trades to take
into consideration
identify procedures to locate
underground/hidden utilities
identify site conditions, and describe
their characteristics
B-7.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for performing site layout performing site layout

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
layout structures include: batter boards, benchmarks, iron pins, flagged nails
task requirements include: material, tools, labour
site conditions include: soil types, water problems, shoring requirements, pedestrian and vehicular
traffic, seismic, grading, vegetation, environmental
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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 B-7.02 Lays out concrete formwork

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
B-7.02.02P establish and follow grid lines, and grid lines are established and followed,
determine offsets and offsets are determined according to
drawings
B-7.02.03P determine elevations of building elevations of building components are
components determined using benchmarks according
to drawings and specifications, and site
requirements and conditions
B-7.02.04P determine locations of penetrations, voids locations of penetrations, voids and
and openings openings in concrete are determined
according to drawings
B-7.02.05P locate building components building components are located
according to drawings, grid lines and
control points
B-7.02.06P apply measurements from project measurements on structures reflect those
drawings to structures on drawings
B-7.02.07P establish and transfer control points control points are established and
transferred according to drawings using
layout tools
B-7.02.08P determine elevation and location of elevation and location of falsework is
falsework determined according to benchmarks,
codes, drawings and specifications
B-7.02.09P identify locations of temporary shoring locations of temporary shoring are
identified according to drawings

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
building components include: beams, girders, beam pockets, concrete walls, footings, embeds
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
task requirements include: material, tools, labour

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Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of concrete describe characteristics and applications
formwork, their characteristics and of concrete formwork
applications
identify types of concrete formwork
materials, and describe their
characteristics and applications
B-7.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to lay
lay out concrete formwork out concrete formwork, and describe their
procedures for use
describe the use of drawings for layout
describe procedures to lay out concrete
formwork
describe importance of grid lines, offsets
and control points
identify locations of concrete formwork,
shoring and reshoring
describe geometry and calculations used
to perform layout
describe basic survey theory used to
perform layout
identify task requirements, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify other trades/sub-trades to take
into consideration
identify building components, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
describe forming techniques, their
characteristics and applications
identify site conditions, and describe
their characteristics
B-7.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for laying out concrete laying out concrete formwork
formwork

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
task requirements include: material, tools, labour
building components include: beams, girders, beam pockets, concrete walls, footings, embeds
site conditions include: soil types, water problems, shoring requirements, pedestrian and vehicular
traffic, seismic, grading, vegetation, environmental
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

B-7.03 Lays out floors

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
B-7.03.02P determine quarter points for built-up quarter points for built-up beams are
beams determined according to codes
B-7.03.03P determine lengths and size of material lengths and size of material required for
required for built-up beams built-up beams are determined according
to codes
B-7.03.04P determine material requirements used for material requirements used for
engineered beams engineered beams are determined
according to engineered drawings
B-7.03.05P determine lengths and size of material lengths and size of material required for
required for steel beams steel beams are determined according to
codes
B-7.03.06P mark locations of building components locations of building components are
marked
B-7.03.07P identify joist locations and spacing joist locations and spacing are identified
to ensure support for walls and to allow
for openings and offsets according to
drawings and code
B-7.03.08P verify accuracy of layout accuracy of layout is verified by
performing checks according to
drawings
B-7.03.09P determine locations of penetrations and locations of penetrations and openings
openings are determined according to drawings
and specifications

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
building components include: floor systems, pre-fabricated trusses, columns, beams, girders, joists, sill
plates, engineered lumber, stairwells, chases
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
checks include: back check, Pythagorean theorem (3-4-5), measuring diagonals
penetrations and openings include: for electrical, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC),
plumbing components, stairwells
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of floors, their identify types of floor framing materials,
characteristics and applications and describe their characteristics and
applications
B-7.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to lay
lay out floors out floors, and describe their procedures
for use
describe procedures to lay out floors
identify elevation of finished flooring
describe procedures to perform checks
describe procedure to lay out beam
quarter points
describe geometry and calculations used
to perform layout
identify task requirements, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify other trades/sub-trades to take
into consideration
identify procedure for communicating
work deficiencies and discrepancies
identify building components, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
describe framing techniques, their
characteristics and applications
B-7.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for laying out floors laying out floors

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
checks include: back check, Pythagorean theorem (3-4-5), measuring diagonals
task requirements include: material, tools, labour
building components include: floor systems, pre-fabricated trusses, columns, beams, girders, joists, sill
plates, engineered lumber, stairwells, chases
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

B-7.04 Lays out decks

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.04.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
B-7.04.02P mark locations and determine size of locations are marked and size of deck
deck components components are determined according to
drawings, standards and regulations
B-7.04.03P determine locations of anchor points locations of anchor points are
determined according to drawings and
specifications
B-7.04.04P determine locations of penetrations and locations of penetrations and openings
openings are determined according to drawings and
specifications
B-7.04.05P verify accuracy of layout by performing accuracy of layout is verified by
checks performing checks
B-7.04.06P identify slope requirements slope requirements are identified to allow
for drainage and water-shedding
according to drawings and
specifications
B-7.04.07P identify membrane requirements membrane requirements are identified to
protect material from moisture according
to drawings and specifications

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
deck components include: footings, columns, helical piles, beams, joists, stairs, ramps, guards/rails,
glass railings, pre-cast steps, composite decking and components, pre-engineered and pre-fabricated
systems
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
anchor points include: those required for ledgers and columns, anchor bolts
penetrations and openings include: for vegetation and drainage, for mechanical components and site
services, for stairs
checks include: back check, Pythagorean theorem (3-4-5), measuring diagonals
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of decks, their identify deck components, and describe
characteristics and applications their characteristics and applications
identify types of deck materials, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
B-7.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to lay
lay out decks out decks, and describe their procedures
for use
describe procedures to lay out decks
describe procedures to perform checks
describe importance of anchor points
describe importance of attachment and
maintaining building envelope of existing
structure
describe importance of structural deck
supports for load bearing and frost
protection
describe geometry and calculations used
to perform layout
identify task requirements, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify other trades/sub-trades to take
into consideration
identify procedures to locate
underground/hidden utilities
describe framing techniques, their
characteristics and applications

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 identify site conditions, and describe
their characteristics
B-7.04.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for laying out decks and laying out decks and deck components
deck components

Range of Variables
deck components include: footings, columns, helical piles, beams, joists, stairs, ramps, guards/rails,
glass railings, pre-cast steps, composite decking and components, pre-engineered and pre-fabricated
systems
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
checks include: back check, Pythagorean theorem (3-4-5), measuring diagonals
anchor points include: those required for ledgers and columns, anchor bolts
structural deck supports include: footings, columns, beams, braces
task requirements include: material, tools, labour
site conditions include: soil types, water problems, pedestrian and vehicular traffic, grading, vegetation,
environmental
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

B-7.05 Lays out walls

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.05.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
B-7.05.02P identify wall locations wall locations are identified according to
drawings and specifications
B-7.05.03P determine key measurements key measurements are determined
according to drawings and
specifications, and task requirements
B-7.05.04P identify stud locations and wall openings stud locations and wall openings are
identified by marking wall plates according
to drawings and specifications
B-7.05.05P determine locations of framing members locations of framing members and various
and various components components are determined to ensure
structural integrity according to drawings
and specifications

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’,
key measurements include: lintel sizes, length of wall, height of wall, location of rough openings, load-
bearing points, intersecting walls, intersecting beams, blocking
task requirements include: material, tools, labour
wall openings include: electrical, HVAC, plumbing components, windows, doors

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.05.01L demonstrate knowledge of walls, their identify types of walls, and describe their
characteristics and applications characteristics and applications
identify types of wall materials, and
describe their limits, characteristics and
applications
B-7.05.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to lay
lay out walls out walls, and describe their procedures
for use
describe procedures to lay out walls
describe geometry and calculations used
to perform layout
identify task requirements, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify other trades/sub-trades to take
into consideration
identify wall components, and describe
their characteristics and applications
describe framing techniques, their
characteristics and applications
B-7.05.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for laying out walls laying out walls

Range of Variables
types of wall materials include: dimensional lumber, masonry, steel wall systems, pre-manufactured wall
systems, insulated concrete forms (ICF) systems, structural insulated panels (SIPs), timber frame
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
task requirements include: material, tools, labour
wall components include: studs, jacks, lintels, plates
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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 B-7.06 Lays out ceilings

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.06.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
B-7.06.02P determine and mark locations of ceiling locations of ceiling components are
components determined and marked according to
drawings and specifications
B-7.06.03P determine and mark locations of locations of bulkheads and ceiling
bulkheads and ceiling openings openings for mechanical fixtures and
penetrations are determined and marked
according to drawings and
specifications
B-7.06.04P determine and mark elevation of ceiling elevation of ceiling is determined and
marked using levels according to
drawings and specifications

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
ceiling components include: joists, main tees, grids, furring, hangers, trusses, wall angle, wire, wall
beam, main beam, crown molding, access panels, attic hatches, blocking, backing, supports
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.06.01L demonstrate knowledge of ceilings, their identify types of ceilings, and describe
characteristics and applications their characteristics and applications
identify ceiling components, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types of materials, and describe
their characteristics and applications
B-7.06.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to lay
lay out ceilings out ceilings, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to lay out ceilings
describe geometry and calculations used
to perform layout

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 identify task requirements, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify other trades/sub-trades to take
into consideration
describe framing techniques, their
characteristics and applications
B-7.06.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for laying out ceilings laying out ceilings

Range of Variables
types of ceilings include: attached drywall, suspended tile, suspended drywall, attached tile, decorative
ceiling, sheet ceilings, coffered
ceiling components include: joists, main tees, grids, furring, hangers, trusses, wall angle, wire, wall
beam, main beam, crown molding, access panels, attic hatches, blocking, backing, supports
types of materials include: wood, vinyl, metal, composites, drywall
characteristics include: fireproofing, sound-proofing, moisture resistance
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
task requirements include: material, tools, labour
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

B-7.07 Lays out roofs

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.07.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
B-7.07.02P mark locations of rafters and roof locations of rafters and roof openings on
openings on walls walls are marked according to drawings
and specifications
B-7.07.03P determine roof framing component roof framing component
measurements measurements are determined, taking
into account adjustments, according to
calculations, drawings and
specifications
B-7.07.04P mark measurements on lumber measurements are marked on lumber
according to drawings and
specifications using methods
B-7.07.05P mark locations of prefabricated roof locations of prefabricated roof systems
systems are marked on wall plates according to
drawings and specifications

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 B-7.07.06P mark bracing and blocking locations of bracing and blocking locations of roofs are
roofs marked according to standards and
regulations, drawings and
specifications
B-7.07.07P mark locations of roof framing roof framing components, penetrations
components, penetrations and and openings are marked according to
openings standards and regulations, drawings
and specifications

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
roof framing components include: rafters (common, hip/valley and jacks), ceiling joists, collar ties,
webs, purlins, dormers, crickets, ridge, gussets, sheathing
measurements include: rafter size and length, overhangs, projections, area
methods include: stepping off, taking successive measurements from square, line length calculation
(Pythagorean theorem), rafter tables, ratio and proportion
penetrations and openings include: vents, skylights, attic hatches, chimneys, HVAC
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.07.01L demonstrate knowledge of roofs, their identify roof styles and types, and
characteristics and applications describe their characteristics and
applications
identify roof framing components, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify roof penetrations and openings,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types of roof framing materials,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types of roofing materials, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
B-7.07.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to lay
lay out roofs out roofs, and describe their procedures
for use
describe procedures to lay out roofs
describe actual and theoretical roof
measurements, adjustments and
deductions
describe procedures to lay out hand-cut
roof framing components

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 describe procedures to lay out trusses
describe geometry and calculations used
to perform layout
identify task requirements, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify other trades/sub-trades to take
into consideration
describe framing techniques, their
characteristics and applications
B-7.07.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for laying out roofs laying out roofs

Range of Variables
roof framing components include: rafters (common, hip/valley and jacks), ceiling joists, collar ties,
webs, purlins, dormers, crickets, ridge, gussets, sheathing
penetrations and openings include: vents, skylights, attic hatches, chimneys, HVAC
types of roofing materials include: shingles (asphalt, fibreglass, metal), shakes, built-up roofing, metal
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
measurements include: rafter size and length, overhangs, projections, area
task requirements include: material, tools, labour
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

B-7.08 Lays out stairs

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.08.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
B-7.08.02P measure and calculate total rise and run total rise and run of stairs and length of
of stairs, and length of stairwell opening stairwell opening are measured and
calculated according to drawings,
specifications, standards and
regulations
B-7.08.03P determine and mark measurements measurements are determined and
marked according to drawings,
specifications, standards and
regulations

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 B-7.08.04P mark stringers stringers are marked using layout tools
taking into consideration adjustments for
nosings, risers, tread, effective depth and
finished floor thicknesses
B-7.08.05P lay out forms for exterior concrete stairs forms are laid out for exterior concrete
stairs taking into account adjustments for
water runoff
B-7.08.06P lay out forms for interior concrete stairs forms are laid out for interior concrete
stairs
B-7.08.07P determine placement of embeds in placement of embeds in concrete stairs is
concrete stairs determined according to drawings and
specifications
B-7.08.08P determine and mark location and size of location and size of geometric stair
geometric stair components components are determined and marked
according to drawings, specifications
and standards and regulations

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
measurements include: unit rise, unit run, total rise, total run, length of stringer, allowable headroom,
landing locations, length of opening, ratio and proportion

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.08.01L demonstrate knowledge of stairs, their describe characteristics and applications
characteristics and applications of stairs
identify stair components, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify types of stair materials, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
B-7.08.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to lay
lay out stairs out stairs, and describe their procedures
for use
describe procedures to lay out stairs
describe stairwell calculations performed
during layout
describe geometry and calculations used
to perform layout
identify task requirements, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify other trades/sub-trades to take
into consideration

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 describe stair construction techniques,
their characteristics and applications
B-7.08.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for laying out stairs laying out stairs

Range of Variables
stair components include: railings, spindles, balusters, guard rails, hand rails, stringers, risers, treads,
nosings, weld plates, reinforcing bars, forms
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
task requirements include: material, tools, labour
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

B-7.09 Lays out balustrades

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
B-7.09.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
B-7.09.02P measure and calculate total rise and run total rise and run of balustrades and
of balustrades, and length of opening length of opening are measured and
calculated according to drawings,
specifications, standards and
regulations
B-7.09.03P determine and mark measurements measurements are determined and
marked according to drawings,
specifications, standards and
regulations
B-7.09.04P determine and mark location and size of location and size of balustrade
balustrade components components are determined and marked
according to drawings, specifications,
standards and regulations

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
measurements include: height of guard rail, height of railing, baluster spacing, finished tread dimensions,
newel post dimensions
balustrade components include: railings, volute, gooseneck, newel posts, fittings, balusters, removable
railings, fillets

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
B-7.09.01L demonstrate knowledge of balustrades, describe characteristics and applications
their characteristics and applications of balustrades
identify balustrade components, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types of balustrade materials, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
B-7.09.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to lay
lay out balustrades out balustrades, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to lay out
balustrades
describe geometry and calculations used
to perform layout
identify task requirements, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify other trades/sub-trades to take
into consideration
describe balustrade construction
techniques, their characteristics and
applications
B-7.09.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for laying out balustrades laying out balustrades

Range of Variables
balustrade components include: railings, volute, gooseneck, newel posts, fittings, balusters, removable
railings, fillets
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
task requirements include: material, tools, labour
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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Major Work Activity C
Performs concrete work

Task C-8 Constructs formwork

Task Descriptor
Carpenters construct formwork to create concrete structural and architectural components.

C-8.01 Erects excavation shoring and underpinning

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.01.02P select shoring materials shoring materials are selected according
to soil conditions, depth of excavation,
specifications, and safety regulations
C-8.01.03P inspect materials materials are inspected for structural
integrity
C-8.01.04P provide access and egress access and egress are provided prior to
erecting shoring according to project
requirements
C-8.01.05P secure excavation shoring excavation shoring is secured firmly in
place using fasteners
C-8.01.06P place shoring shoring is placed to contain loose debris
with appropriate materials
C-8.01.07P select shoring technique shoring technique is selected according to
conditions and specifications
C-8.01.08P identify underpinning requirements underpinning requirements are identified
to drawings, site conditions, and
standards and regulations
C-8.01.09P build underpinning support under existing underpinning support is built under
structure existing structure to maintain structural
integrity

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
shoring materials include: wire mesh, plywood, timbers, chain links, fibre reinforced concrete, concrete
forming materials
specifications include: project, engineer
fasteners include: rock anchors, bolts, pilings
conditions include: depth of excavation, soil conditions, types of installation, project size, OH&S
requirements
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of excavation identify types of shoring, and describe
shoring and underpinning, their their characteristics and applications
characteristics and applications
identify shoring scaffolding
components, and describe their
characteristics and applications
describe shoring techniques for horizontal
and vertical use
identify shoring materials, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify fasteners, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify types of underpinning techniques,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
C-8.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
erect excavation shoring and place erect excavation shoring and place
underpinning underpinning, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to erect excavation
shoring
describe procedures to place
underpinning
C-8.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training and certification
certification requirements for erecting requirements for erecting excavation
excavation shoring and placing shoring and placing underpinning
underpinning
C-8.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for erecting excavation erecting excavation shoring and placing
shoring and placing underpinning underpinning

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Range of Variables
shoring scaffolding components include: frame scaffolding, mud sills, bracing, u-heads, base jacks,
needle beams
shoring materials include: wire mesh, plywood, timbers, chain links, fibre reinforced concrete, concrete
forming materials
fasteners include: rock anchors, bolts, pilings
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

C-8.02 Erects concrete falsework

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.02.02P determine ground conditions ground conditions that are required for
support of falsework to prevent settling
and movement of structure are
determined according to drawings and
project requirements
C-8.02.03P select falsework falsework is selected according to
engineered shoring and re-shoring
drawings, and project requirements
C-8.02.04P prepare mud sill mud sill for weight distribution is prepared
according to engineered drawings or
project requirements
C-8.02.05P select materials materials required for falsework are
selected according to project
requirements
C-8.02.06P place falsework falsework is placed and components are
plumb, level and square according to
specifications and project requirements
C-8.02.07P secure components components are secured using fasteners
for ease of dismantling

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 C-8.02.08P re-shore falsework falsework is re-shored according to
specifications until concrete has
achieved desired strength
C-8.02.09P remove falsework falsework is removed sequentially after
concrete has achieved desired strength
according to specifications and project
requirements

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
materials include: strongbacks, lateral bracing, shoring, frames, panels, walers, lumber
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
fasteners include: nails, threaded rods, ties, plate washers

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of concrete identify types of concrete falsework, and
falsework, and its characteristics and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
describe effects of ground conditions
identify supporting substrates and
describe their characteristics
identify fasteners, and describe their
characteristics and applications
C-8.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
erect concrete falsework erect concrete falsework, and describe
their procedures for use
describe procedures to erect concrete
falsework
describe stripping sequence of falsework
C-8.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for erecting concrete erecting concrete falsework
falsework

Range of Variables
fasteners include: nails, threaded rods, ties, plate washers
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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C-8.03 Constructs footing forms

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.03.02P select materials materials are selected according to site-
specific requirements
C-8.03.03P determine elevations of footing in elevations of footing in excavation are
excavation determined using layout tools and
benchmarks according to drawings
C-8.03.04P plan sequence to begin construction of sequence to begin construction of footing
footing forms forms is planned considering existing site
conditions; previously established
benchmarks and elevations
C-8.03.05P construct footing forms footing forms are constructed and
components are plumb, level, square and
accessible for steel reinforcement and
finishing work according to drawings,
specifications, standards and
regulations
C-8.03.06P brace footing forms footing forms are braced to maintain
location, plumb, square and level, and to
prevent blowouts according to project
requirements, specifications and site
conditions
C-8.03.07P install components components are installed according to
drawings and specifications
C-8.03.08P secure components components are secured using
fasteners for ease of dismantling
C-8.03.09P inspect assembled formwork assembled formwork is inspected to
ensure it is in required location and is
assembled according to drawings

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
site-specific requirements include: soil conditions, size of footing
layout tools include: laser levels, builders’ levels, string lines (with batter boards), plumb bob, robotic
total station
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
components include: keyways, water stops, templates, bulkheads, miscellaneous embeds or inserts
fasteners include: nails, threaded rods, ties

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of footing forms, identify types of footing forms, and
their characteristics and applications describe their characteristics and
applications
identify components, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify fasteners, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify types of piles, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify formwork material, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify form release agents, and describe
their characteristics and applications
describe building and stripping sequence
of formwork
identify tie systems, and describe their
characteristics and applications
C-8.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
assemble footing forms assemble footing forms, and describe
their procedures for use
describe procedures to assemble footing
forms
C-8.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for constructing footing constructing footing forms
forms

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Range of Variables
components include: keyways, water stops, templates, bulkheads, miscellaneous embeds or inserts
fasteners include: nails, threaded rods, ties
piles include: steel, wood, concrete, helical (screw)
formwork materials include: wood, steel, aluminium, composite, foam
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

C-8.04 Constructs wall form systems and grade beam formwork

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.04.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.04.02P identify wall form system and grade wall form system and grade beam
beam formwork formwork are identified according to
drawings and project requirements
C-8.04.03P place sleepers and void forms sleepers and void forms are placed under
grade beams to allow for frost heave
according to drawings and
specifications
C-8.04.04P determine placement of vertical formwork placement of vertical formwork is
determined according to layout
C-8.04.05P determine formwork system formwork system is determined according
to concrete volume requirements, and
system availability and capabilities
C-8.04.06P erect forms forms are erected to achieve required
measurement according to drawings and
project requirements
C-8.04.07P assemble prefabricated forms prefabricated forms are assembled
according to project requirements,
drawings and specifications
C-8.04.08P install keyways, control joints, dowels and keyways, control joints, dowels and
chamfer edges chamfer edges are installed in wall forms
according to drawings and
specifications
C-8.04.09P place formwork formwork is placed and components are
plumb, level, straight, square, and
accessible for concrete placement and
finishing according to drawings,
specifications, standards and
regulations

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 C-8.04.10P install window and door bucks, sleeves window and door bucks, sleeves
penetrations and bulkheads penetrations and bulkheads are installed
according to location and project
requirements
C-8.04.11P install accessories accessories are installed according to
drawings and project requirements
C-8.04.12P install form ties form ties are installed according to
specifications
C-8.04.13P install bracing bracing is installed to align and support
formwork in place and according to
specifications
C-8.04.14P lock corners of forms corners of forms are locked to prevent
blowouts
C-8.04.15P install yokes, blocks or cleats yokes, blocks or cleats are installed to
maintain wall thickness and prevent form
failure
C-8.04.16P inspect formwork components and formwork components and installation
installation are inspected to prevent blowouts and
distortion
C-8.04.17P establish finish elevation finish elevation is established using
methods according to drawings and
project requirements

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
wall form systems include: slip forms, gang forms, ICF, tilt-up formwork, free-form
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
accessories include: chairs, stirrups, lifting inserts, form liners, water stops
form ties include: snap, coil, taper
bracing includes: turnbuckles, strongbacks, kickers, walers
formwork components include: capitals, piers, columns, pilasters, beams, girders, corbels, bulkheads
methods include: using chamfer strips, brick ledge, grade nails

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of wall form identify types of wall form systems, and
systems and grade beam formwork, their describe their characteristics and
characteristics and applications applications
identify concrete placement methods and
factors
identify form ties, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify bracing, and describe their
characteristics and applications

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 identify formwork material, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify types of form hardware, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify formwork components, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify joints, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify engineered forming systems, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify form release agents, and describe
their characteristics and applications
describe building and stripping sequence
of formwork
describe stripping techniques
identify types of concrete, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify accessories, and describe their
characteristics and applications
determine elevations from project
drawings
describe how to coordinate necessary
components to be installed by other
trades
identify types of prefabricated forms, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
C-8.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
construct wall form systems and grade construct wall form systems and grade
beam formwork beam formwork, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to construct wall
form systems and grade beam formwork
C-8.04.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for constructing wall form constructing wall form systems and
systems and grade beam formwork grade beam formwork

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Range of Variables
wall form systems include: slip forms, gang forms, ICF, tilt-up formwork, free-form
form ties include: snap, coil, taper
bracing includes: turnbuckles, strongbacks, kickers, walers
formwork materials include: wood, steel, aluminium, composite, foam, form plywood
formwork components include: capitals, piers, columns, pilasters, beams, girders, corbels, bulkheads
joints include: expansion, control, isolation joint construction
accessories include: chairs, stirrups, lifting inserts, form liners, water stops
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

C-8.05 Constructs slab formwork

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.05.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.05.02P identify slabs slabs are identified according to project
requirements
C-8.05.03P prepare substrate substrate is prepared according to
specifications, standards and
regulations
C-8.05.04P place void forms void forms are placed for frost protection,
to allow for frost heave and for other
applications
C-8.05.05P select materials for formwork materials are selected for formwork
according to drawings and project
requirements
C-8.05.06P apply products under slab on-grade products are applied under slab on-grade
to serve as an air, soil, gas (radon) and
vapour barrier, and to prevent heat loss,
according to drawings and project
requirements
C-8.05.07P place formwork formwork is placed and components are
plumb, level, straight and square, and
accessible for finishing work, considering
elevations, according to drawings and
specifications
C-8.05.08P install clean out access for suspended clean out access is installed for
slabs suspended slabs according to drawings
and project requirements

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 C-8.05.09P measure for location and install embeds embeds are located and installed
according to drawings and project
requirements
C-8.05.10P install components components are installed according to
drawings and project requirements
C-8.05.11P install joints joints are installed according to drawings
and project requirements
C-8.05.12P lock corners of forms corners of forms are locked in order to
prevent blowouts and maintain slab
shape
C-8.05.13P install bracing bracing is installed in order to support
formwork in place and according to
drawings and project requirements
C-8.05.14P ensure other trades have below-grade other trades have below-grade services
services installed installed
C-8.05.15P ensure other trades have suspended other trades have suspended slab
slab services and components located services and components that are
and installed in sequence required to be located and installed in
sequence
C-8.05.16P inspect assembled formwork for assembled formwork is inspected for
deficiencies deficiencies
C-8.05.17P establish finish elevation finish elevation is established according to
benchmark and drawings and project
requirements

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
slabs include: on-grade, suspended, raft, casting bed, pre-cast
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
products include: polyethylene, rigid insulation
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
embeds include: anchor bolts, sleeves, weld plates
components include: reinforcement steel, keyways, water stops, bulkheads, screed level pegs,
miscellaneous embeds or inserts, anti-bonding agents
joints include: construction, expansion, control
slab shape includes: raft slabs (over size), cantilevered, suspended
bracing includes: turnbuckles, strongbacks, kickers, walers
below-grade services installed include: sump pit, drains, electrical conduit, hydronic heating
suspended slab services and components include: electrical conduit, hydronic heating, mechanical
voids, suspended ceiling inserts, anchors, embeds
deficiencies include: inadequate bracing, crooked, unleveled formwork, improper grading, inadequate tie
placement

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 Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.05.01L demonstrate knowledge of concrete identify types of slab formwork, and
slabs, their characteristics and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
identify substrates, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify form voids under grade beams
and slabs, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify slab form systems, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify concrete placement methods and
factors
identify materials, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify products used under slab to
serve as an air, soil, gas (radon) and
vapour barrier and to prevent heat loss,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
identify embeds, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify components, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify deficiencies, and describe their
characteristics
identify joints, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify bracing, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify below-grade services installed
by other trades
identify suspended slab services and
components installed by other trades
identify formwork material, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify types of form hardware, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify formwork components, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify engineered forming systems, and
describe their characteristics and
applications

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 identify form release agents, and describe
their characteristics and applications
describe building and stripping sequence
of formwork
describe stripping techniques
identify tie systems, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify types of concrete, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify accessories, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify elevations from project drawings
describe how to coordinate necessary
components to be installed by other
trades
C-8.05.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
construct slabs construct slabs, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to construct slabs
C-8.05.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for constructing slabs constructing slabs

Range of Variables
slabs include: on-grade, suspended, raft, casting bed, pre-cast
slab form systems include: scaffold forms, panelized forms, fly forms, pan slab forms, other engineered
systems
products used under slab include: polyethylene, rigid insulation
embeds include: anchor bolts, sleeves, weld plates
components include: reinforcement steel, keyways, water stops, bulkheads, screed level pegs,
miscellaneous embeds or inserts, anti-bonding agents
deficiencies include: inadequate bracing, crooked, unleveled formwork, improper grading, inadequate tie
placement
joints include: construction, expansion, control
bracing includes: turnbuckles, strongbacks, kickers, walers
below-grade services include: sump pit, drains, electrical conduit, hydronic heating
suspended slab services and components include: electrical conduit, hydronic heating, mechanical
voids, suspended ceiling inserts, anchors, embeds
formwork materials include: wood, steel, aluminium, composite, foam, form plywood
formwork components include: capitals, piers, columns, pilasters, beams, girders, corbels
accessories include: chairs, stirrups, sleeves
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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 C-8.06 Constructs column formwork

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.06.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.06.02P determine size and location of column size and location of column forms are
forms determined according to drawings and
project requirements
C-8.06.03P select materials materials are selected according to
drawings and formwork design
C-8.06.04P place formwork components formwork components are placed, and
are plumb, level, square and accessible
for finishing work
C-8.06.05P brace column formwork column formwork is braced in multiple
directions to stabilize formwork, prevent
any movement when placing concrete,
and ensure it is plumb, level and square,
and according to drawings, standards
and regulations, and project
requirements
C-8.06.06P install templates in column formwork templates are installed in column
formwork according to drawings and
project requirements
C-8.06.07P inspect assembled formwork assembled formwork is inspected for
deficiencies

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
materials include: wood, steel, round concrete forms
formwork components include: chamfer strips, reveal strips, form liners, embeds
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
deficiencies include: inadequate bracing, out of plumb, incorrect elevation

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 Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.06.01L demonstrate knowledge of column describe characteristics and applications
formwork, their characteristics and of column formwork
applications
identify concrete placement methods and
factors
identify materials, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify formwork components, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify templates, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify formwork materials, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types of form hardware, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify engineered forming systems, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify form release agents, and describe
their characteristics and applications
describe building and stripping sequence
of formwork
identify tie systems, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify types of concrete, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify accessories, and describe their
characteristics and applications
describe stripping techniques
identify embeds, and describe their
characteristics and applications
C-8.06.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
construct column formwork construct column formwork, and describe
their procedures for use
describe procedures to construct column
formwork
C-8.06.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify codes, standards and
requirements for constructing columns regulations for constructing columns

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Range of Variables
materials include: wood, steel, round concrete forms
formwork components include: chamfer strips, reveal strips, form liners, embeds
formwork materials include: wood, steel, aluminium, composite, foam
accessories include: chairs, stirrups, sleeves
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

C-8.07 Constructs stair formwork

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.07.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.07.02P place and secure stair formwork stair formwork is placed and secured
according to project requirements and
specifications, and components are
plumb, level, straight, square and
accessible for finishing work
C-8.07.03P select materials for falsework materials are selected for falsework
according to project requirements and
formwork design
C-8.07.04P apply bracing bracing is applied in order to support
formwork and according to project
requirements
C-8.07.05P install formwork components formwork components are installed
according to project requirements
C-8.07.06P inspect assembled stair formwork assembled stair formwork is inspected
for accessibility, for finishing and
deficiencies

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
stair formwork includes: inverted stringers, soffits, risers, nosings
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
bracing includes: kickers, cleats
formwork components include: chamfer strips, embeds, form release agents
deficiencies include: insufficient bracing, improper rise, run, slope and dimensions

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 Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.07.01L demonstrate knowledge of stair identify types of stair formwork, and
formwork, its characteristics and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
identify concrete placement methods and
factors
identify formwork components, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
describe characteristics and applications
of materials for falsework
identify bracing, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify formwork material, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify types of form hardware, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify engineered forming systems, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify form release agents, and describe
their characteristics and applications
describe building and stripping sequence
of formwork
describe stripping techniques
identify tie systems, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify types of concrete, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify accessories, and describe their
characteristics and applications
C-8.07.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
construct stair formwork construct stair formwork, and describe
their procedures for use
describe procedures to construct stair
formwork
C-8.07.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for constructing stair constructing stair formwork
formwork

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Range of Variables
stair formwork includes: inverted stringers, soffits, risers, nosings
formwork components include: chamfer strips, embeds, form release agents
bracing includes: kickers, cleats
formwork materials include: wood, steel, aluminium, composite, foam
accessories include: chairs, stirrups, sleeves, temperature bars
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

C-8.08 Installs embedded reinforcements

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.08.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.08.02P select reinforcing material reinforcing material is selected according
to project requirements and
specifications
C-8.08.03P select and install chairs chairs are selected and installed to ensure
proper coverage of reinforcing material
C-8.08.04P install templates templates are located and installed
according to structural drawings and
project requirements
C-8.08.05P calculate overlaps overlaps for reinforcing material or wire
mesh are calculated according to
structural drawings and project
requirements, and building codes for ICF
C-8.08.06P cut and bend reinforcing material or wire reinforcing material or wire mesh is cut
mesh and bent on site using equipment
C-8.08.07P tie reinforcing material reinforcing material is tied to ensure
spacing continuity according to structural
drawings and project requirements
C-8.08.08P place embeds embeds are placed according to
structural drawings and project
requirements
C-8.08.09P install reinforcing components reinforcing components are installed
according to structural drawings and
project requirements

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 C-8.08.10P inspect reinforcing material reinforcing material is inspected for
defects before installation
C-8.08.11P install post tension components post tension components are installed
according to structural drawings and
project requirements

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
templates include: reinforcing steel, bolt sets, electrical, architectural, mechanical
equipment includes: benders, quick-cut saws, grinders, cutting torches
embeds include: angle irons, anchor bolts, structural steel weld plates
reinforcing components include: stirrups, vertical and horizontal bars, fibreglass rebar, wire mesh
defects include: dirt, debris, rust, corrosion
post tension components include: bulkheads, sleeves, cables, chairs, wedges, boots

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.08.01L demonstrate knowledge of embedded identify types of embedded materials, and
materials, their characteristics and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
identify concrete placement methods and
factors
identify embeds, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify reinforcing components, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types of reinforcing materials, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify post tension components, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
describe pre-stressed and post-stressed
concrete characteristics and applications
identify form release agents, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify types of concrete, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify accessories, and describe their
characteristics and applications
C-8.08.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install reinforced materials and embeds install reinforced materials and embeds,
and describe their procedures for use

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 describe procedures for tying reinforcing
materials
describe procedures to place and install
embeds
describe procedures to brace embeds
C-8.08.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing ICF reinforcing installing ICF reinforcing steel
steel

Range of Variables
embeds include: angle irons, anchor bolts, structural steel weld plates
reinforcing components include: stirrups, vertical and horizontal bars, fibreglass rebar, wire mesh
post tension components include: bulkheads, sleeves, cables, chairs, wedges, boots
accessories include: chairs, stirrups, sleeves, temperature bars
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

C-8.09 Dismantles formwork

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.09.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.09.02P remove nails and fasteners nails and fasteners are removed
C-8.09.03P remove forms and formwork forms and formwork components are
components removed in sequence while ensuring
quality of finish according to stripping
schedule and specifications
C-8.09.04P clean forms forms are cleaned by scraping and
sweeping excess concrete, and applying
release agent
C-8.09.05P repair damaged forms by replacing damaged forms are repaired by replacing
formwork components formwork components
C-8.09.06P organize and store forms and forming forms and forming materials are
materials organized and stored for future use

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
formwork components include: plywood, strongbacks, walers, turnbuckles
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.09.01L demonstrate knowledge of formwork, their identify types of formwork, and describe
characteristics and applications their characteristics and applications
identify form systems, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify hazards associated with erecting
and dismantling formwork
identify types of formwork components,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
identify formwork material, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify types of form hardware, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify joints, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify engineered forming systems, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify wall form systems, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify form release agents, and describe
their characteristics and applications
describe building and stripping sequence
of formwork
identify tie systems, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify fasteners used in formwork, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
C-8.09.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
dismantle formwork dismantle formwork, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to dismantle
formwork
describe procedures to clean forms or
formwork
describe procedures to repair damaged
forms or formwork

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 describe procedures to store forms and
formwork
C-8.09.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for dismantling formwork dismantling formwork

Range of Variables
formwork components include: plywood, strongbacks, walers, turnbuckles
formwork materials include: wood, steel, aluminium, composite, foam
joints include: expansion, control, isolation joint construction
wall form systems include: slip forms, gang forms, ICF, tilt-up formwork
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

Task C-9 Installs concrete, cement-based and epoxy products

Task Descriptor
Carpenters install and apply concrete, cement-based and epoxy products to build and finish structures.
In this standard, pre-cast components are understood to be concrete components cast in different
locations and installed on-site by carpenters.

C-9.01 Places concrete

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.01.02P plan placement placement is planned taking into
consideration factors and according to
project requirements
C-9.01.03P select additives additives are selected according to
specifications and project requirements
C-9.01.04P participate in concrete testing concrete testing is conducted in
procedures collaboration with third party before
starting pour to maintain integrity of
desired mix design according to project
specifications

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 C-9.01.05P select and use placement methods placement methods are selected and
used according to accessibility to location
and size of project
C-9.01.06P vibrate concrete concrete is vibrated to consolidate and
eliminate voids, while avoiding over-
vibrating, segregation and blowouts
C-9.01.07P recognize signs of an impending signs of an impending blowout are
blowout and take remedial measures recognized and remedial measures taken
C-9.01.08P produce joints in poured concrete joints are produced in poured concrete
C-9.01.09P inspect and make adjustments after inspection is performed after concrete is
concrete is placed placed for straightness and dimensions of
wall and column forms, and adjustments
are made to achieve plumb, level and
square formwork

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
factors include: weather conditions, location of equipment, starting point, sequence of pour, rate of pour,
drop
additives include: plasticizers, hardeners, accelerators, curing agents, admixtures
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
concrete testing includes: slump, compression, temperature
placement methods include: using concrete pump, crane and bucket, wheelbarrow, chute
signs of an impending blowout include: deformation, deflection, leakage, noise
joints include: expansion, isolation, control

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of concrete, its identify types of cement, and describe
characteristics and applications their characteristics and applications
identify types of concrete and mix
designs, and describe their characteristics
and applications
describe rate of pour on lateral pressures
identify concrete testing, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify concrete additives, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify PPE and silica control plan
required for working with cementitious
products
describe crane and pump truck hand
signals and rigging points
identify signs of an impending blowout

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 C-9.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
place and finish concrete place and finish concrete, and describe
their procedures for use
describe procedures to place concrete
C-9.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for placing concrete placing concrete

Range of Variables
concrete testing includes: slump, compression, temperature
additives include: plasticizers, hardeners, accelerators, curing agents, admixtures
signs of an impending blowout include: deformation, deflection, leakage, noise
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

C-9.02 Facilitates curing of concrete

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to curing system
C-9.02.02P determine protection needed for curing protection needed for curing is determined
according to assessment of environmental
conditions and project requirements
C-9.02.03P determine curing system curing system is determined according
to assessment of environmental
conditions and project requirements
C-9.02.04P set up curing system curing system is set up according to
project requirements and specifications
C-9.02.05P install temporary hydrating, heating or temporary hydrating, heating or cooling
cooling systems systems are installed according to
seasonal conditions
C-9.02.06P lay out and create control joints control joints are laid out and created
according to project specifications and
requirements
C-9.02.07P add chemical curing compounds chemical curing compounds are added
according to project specifications
C-9.02.08P apply chemical curing compounds and chemical curing compounds and sealants
sealants are applied according to project
requirements

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
curing system includes: wet (water, ponding, soaking), dry, heating or cooling (wet burlap, polyethylene,
thermal blankets)
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of curing identify types of curing systems, and
systems, their characteristics and describe their characteristics and
applications applications

identify types of concrete mixes, and

describe their characteristics and
applications
describe climate protection techniques,
their characteristics and applications
describe effects of climatic conditions
describe effects of curing process on
compressive strength
C-9.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
cure concrete cure concrete, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to cure concrete
describe procedures to test surface and
compressive strength
C-9.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for curing curing

Range of Variables
curing system includes: wet (water, ponding, soaking), dry, heating or cooling (wet burlap, polyethylene,
thermal blankets)
climate protection techniques include: hoarding, heating, thermal couples
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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 C-9.03 Performs basic concrete finishing

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.03.02P determine finishing methods finishing methods are determined
according to finishing sequence and
project requirements
C-9.03.03P apply finishing additives finishing additives are applied according
to specifications
C-9.03.04P apply architectural finishing techniques architectural finishing techniques are
applied according to specifications and
project requirements
C-9.03.05P finish concrete concrete is finished according to
specifications and project requirements
C-9.03.06P apply patching products to patch or repair patching products to patch or repair
concrete concrete are applied according to
specifications and project requirements
C-9.03.07P apply protection products protection products are applied by
brushing, rolling or spraying according to
specifications and project requirements

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
finishing methods include: screed, float, trowel
finishing additives include: colouring, aggregates, hardeners, retarders
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
architectural finishing techniques include: stamped, exposed aggregate, broom finish, edging
protection products include: paint, epoxies, traffic coating, membranes

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of concrete identify types of concrete finishing, and
finishing, their characteristics and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
identify types of finishing additives, and
describe their characteristics and
applications

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 identify architectural finishing
techniques, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify types of protection products,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
identify concrete repair materials, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
C-9.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
finish concrete finish concrete, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to finish concrete
describe procedures to apply protection
products
describe procedures to apply patching
products to patch or repair concrete
C-9.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for concrete finishing concrete finishing

Range of Variables
finishing additives include: colouring, aggregates, hardeners, retarders
architectural finishing techniques include: stamped, exposed aggregate, broom finish, edging
protection products include: paint, epoxies, traffic coating, membranes
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

C-9.04 Installs pre-cast 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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.04.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.04.02P identify location of pick-points location of pick-points of pre-cast
components are identified according to
engineered drawings and specifications
C-9.04.03P determine sequence of installation sequence of installation is determined
according to specifications, engineered
drawings and lift plan

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 C-9.04.04P determine installation location installation location is determined
according to layout and project drawings
C-9.04.05P align, shim and brace pre-cast pre-cast components are aligned,
components shimmed and braced
C-9.04.06P install grout grout is installed according to
specifications and project requirements
C-9.04.07P fasten pre-cast components pre-cast components are fastened using
fastening methods
C-9.04.08P seal and caulk joints joints are sealed and caulked according to
specifications and project requirements

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
fastening methods include: applying epoxy products, welding, bolting

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of pre-cast identify types of pre-cast components,
components, their characteristics and and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
identify types of pre-cast systems, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
describe pre-stressed and post-stressed
concrete applications
describe crane hand signals and rigging
points
describe layout procedures for pre-cast
components locations
C-9.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install pre-cast components install pre-cast components, and describe
their procedures for use
describe procedures to install pre-cast
components with cast in place formwork
describe procedures to seal and caulk
joints
describe procedures to install bearing
plates
C-9.04.03L demonstrate knowledge of certification for identify certification requirements for
installing pre-cast components installing pre-cast components
C-9.04.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for pre-cast component pre-cast component installation
installation

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

C-9.05 Installs grout

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.05.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.05.02P select and prepare grout and additives grout and additives are selected and
prepared according to project
requirements and specifications
C-9.05.03P select, construct and install grout forms grout forms are selected, constructed and
installed according to project
requirements
C-9.05.04P prepare surface to be grouted surface to be grouted is prepared by
roughing, cleaning and applying bonding
agent
C-9.05.05P use grout placement methods grout placement methods are used
C-9.05.06P apply backing material backing material is applied when installing
grout

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
grout placement methods include: using grout forms, pumping, hand trowelling, dry packing

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.05.01L demonstrate knowledge of grout, their identify types of grout, and describe their
characteristics and applications characteristics and applications
identify grout additives, and describe their
characteristics and applications
describe effects of compressive strength
requirements

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 C-9.05.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install grout install grout, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to construct and
install grout forms
describe procedures to prepare surface
for grouting
describe procedures to install grout
describe procedures to cure grout
identify PPE and silica control plan
required for working with grout

Range of Variables
types of grout include: expanding, epoxy, sanded, unsanded, non-shrink, self-levelling
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B

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Major Work Activity D
Performs framing

Task D-10 Constructs floor systems

Task Descriptor
Carpenters construct floor systems to separate the storeys of a building, support walls and create usable
space.

D-10.01 Installs engineered floor systems

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-10.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
D-10.01.02P assess and adjust floor systems floor systems are assessed and adjusted
for pre-existing conditions
D-10.01.03P identify sequence of installation for specified sequence of installation for
components components is identified according to
project requirements
D-10.01.04P build and install beams beams are built and installed according to
drawings, specifications and codes
D-10.01.05P frame rough openings rough openings are framed according to
drawings and specifications
D-10.01.06P install lateral and vertical bracing lateral and vertical bracing is installed
according to drawings and
specifications
D-10.01.07P install components components are installed according to
drawings and specifications
D-10.01.08P place and secure sheathing on joists sheathing is placed and secured in
staggered pattern on joists to ensure
square and strength according to codes,
drawings and specifications

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
pre-existing conditions include: out-of-square, out-of-level
components include: plates, sill gaskets, hangers, beams, joists, grouts, membranes, adhesives, cross-
bridging, blocking, strapping, web stiffeners
beams include: built-up, engineered, steel, concrete
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, architectural, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
openings include: stairwells, chases
lateral and vertical bracing include: strongback, blocking, backing

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-10.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of engineered identify types of engineered floor systems,
floor systems, their characteristics and and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
identify engineered flooring components,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
identify components of mass timber, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify floor supports such as load-
bearing walls and beams, and describe
their characteristics and applications
describe cantilever beams and joists and
their applications and framing practices
for them
identify floor sheathing, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify components of post and beam
framing, and describe their characteristics
and applications
D-10.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install engineered floor systems install engineered floor systems, and
describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install engineered
floor systems
identify other trades/sub-trades to take
into consideration
D-10.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training and certification
certification requirements for installing requirements for installing engineered
engineered floor systems floor systems
D-10.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing engineered installing engineered floor systems
floor systems

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Range of Variables
components include: plates, sill gaskets, hangers, beams, joists, grouts, membranes, adhesives, cross-
bridging, blocking, strapping, web stiffeners
mass timber includes: cross-laminated timber (CLT), dowel-laminated timber (DLT), nail laminated
timber (NLT)
beams include: built-up, engineered, steel, concrete
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

D-10.02 Constructs dimensional lumber floor framing

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-10.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
D-10.02.02P assess and adjust floor systems floor systems are assessed and adjusted
for pre-existing conditions
D-10.02.03P inspect and select floor members floor members are inspected for defects
and quality members are selected
D-10.02.04P install floor members floor members are installed considering
crown placement
D-10.02.05P install joist restraints joist restraints are installed according to
codes, drawings and specifications
D-10.02.06P frame rough openings rough openings are framed according to
codes, drawings and specifications
D-10.02.07P notch and drill framing components framing components are notched and
drilled according to codes, drawings and
specifications
D-10.02.08P place and secure sheathing on joists sheathing is placed and secured in
staggered pattern on joists to ensure
square and strength according to codes,
drawings and specifications

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
pre-existing conditions include: out-of-square, out-of-level
defects include: unsound knots, excessive bow, wane, cracks, splits, rot, decay, mould
joist restraints include: cross-bridging, blocking, strapping, backing
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, architectural, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-10.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of dimensional identify types of dimensional lumber floor
lumber floor framing, their characteristics framing, and describe their characteristics
and applications and applications
identify floor framing components, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify floor supports such as load-
bearing walls and beams, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify grade stamps and describe
related terminology
describe cantilever beams and joists, their
applications and framing practices
identify floor sheathing, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify components of post and beam
framing, and describe their characteristics
and applications
D-10.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
construct dimensional lumber floor construct dimensional lumber floor
framing framing, and describe their procedures for
use
describe procedures to construct
dimensional lumber floor framing
identify other trades/sub-trades to take
into consideration
D-10.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for constructing dimensional constructing dimensional lumber floor
lumber floor framing framing

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Range of Variables
floor framing components include: plates, sill gaskets, hangers, beams, joists, grouts, membranes,
adhesives, cross-bridging, blocking, strapping
beams include: built-up, engineered, steel, concrete
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

Task D-11 Constructs deck systems

Task Descriptor
Carpenters design and construct deck systems and install components. They ensure that deck systems
comply with municipal, provincial, territorial and national codes. Decks must have structural integrity, and
when fastened to building structures, must take into account building envelope components. They should
not interfere with the effectiveness and integrity of the envelope. It should be noted that ramps are
included in this task about deck construction.

D-11.01 Constructs decks

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-11.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
D-11.01.02P select materials materials are selected according to
exposure to elements, deck finish,
compatibility, drawings and
specifications
D-11.01.03P select fasteners and connectors fasteners and connectors are selected
according to compatibility, codes,
drawings and specifications
D-11.01.04P install structural members and fasteners structural members and fasteners are
installed to support deck according to
compatibility, codes, drawings and
specifications
D-11.01.05P fasten header joist/rim board/ledger to header joist/rim board/ledger are fastened
structures and supports to structures and supports according to
codes, drawings and specifications

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 D-11.01.06P install joist to header joist/rim board/ledger joist is installed to header joist/rim
board/ledger using fasteners according to
codes, drawings and specifications
D-11.01.07P slope deck deck is sloped according to codes,
drawings and specifications
D-11.01.08P install deck surface deck surface is installed to complete
deck finish according to codes, drawings
and specifications
D-11.01.09P install flashings and membranes flashings and membranes are installed
according to codes, drawings and
specifications
D-11.01.10P maintain integrity of building envelope integrity of building envelope is
maintained according to drawings and
specifications

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
materials include: dimensional lumber, plywood, composite products, membranes
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, architectural, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
fasteners and connectors include: post saddles, hangers, straps, material-specific fasteners
structural members include: columns, beams, joists
deck surface includes: panel products, pressure-treated wood, composite

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-11.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of decks, their identify types of decks, and describe their
characteristics and applications characteristics and applications
identify deck components, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify materials, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify types of fasteners and
connectors, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify structural members, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types of column bearings, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
describe deck surface patterns
identify types and construction of railings,
and describe their characteristics and
applications

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 describe importance of maintaining
integrity of building envelope
D-11.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
construct decks construct decks, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to construct decks
identify PPE required for working with
treated lumber
D-11.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for constructing decks constructing decks

Range of Variables
deck components include: footings, columns, helical piles, beams, joists, stairs, ramps, guards/rails,
glass railings, pre-cast steps, composite decking and components, pre-engineered and pre-fabricated
systems
materials include: dimensional lumber, plywood, composite products, membranes
fasteners and connectors include: post saddles, hangers, straps, material-specific fasteners
structural members include: columns, beams, joists
column bearings include: concrete piers, blocks, helical piles, wood piers, friction piers
deck surface includes: panel products, pressure-treated wood, composite
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

D-11.02 Installs deck 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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-11.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
D-11.02.02P select guardrail material guardrail material is selected according
to drawings and specifications
D-11.02.03P select fasteners and connectors fasteners and connectors are selected
according to application and codes
D-11.02.04P determine location of balustrades location of balustrades are determined
according to codes, drawings and
specifications
D-11.02.05P measure and cut material material is measured and cut according to
site conditions, drawings and
specifications

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 D-11.02.06P fasten and space balustrades balustrades are fastened and spaced
according to codes, drawings and
specifications
D-11.02.07P construct, assemble and install deck deck components and accessories are
components and accessories constructed, assembled and installed
according to codes, drawings and
specifications

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
guardrail material includes: aluminium, wood, glass, steel
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, architectural, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
fasteners and connectors include: post saddles, hangers, straps, material-specific fasteners, screws,
lags, nails, bolts
balustrades include: balusters, newel posts, railings
deck components include: stairs, ramps, guards/rails, glass railings, pre-cast steps, pre-engineered and
pre-fabricated systems
accessories include: pergolas, arbour, lattice, skirting, benches, planters

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-11.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of deck identify deck components, and describe
components, their characteristics and their characteristics and applications
applications
identify types of materials, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify types of fasteners and
connectors, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify types of railings, and describe
their characteristics, applications and
construction
D-11.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install deck components install deck components, and describe
their procedures for use
describe procedures to install deck
components
describe sequence and procedures to
construct stairs
describe procedures to construct ramps
D-11.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing deck installing deck components
components

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Range of Variables
deck components include: stairs, ramps, guards/rails, glass railings, pre-cast steps, pre-engineered and
pre-fabricated systems
fasteners and connectors include: post saddles, hangers, straps, material-specific fasteners, screws,
lags, nails, bolts
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

Task D-12 Constructs wall systems

Task Descriptor
Carpenters construct wall systems to define areas within buildings and to provide structural integrity. Wall
systems also are used as exterior surfaces to enclose structures and to shelter from elements.

D-12.01 Installs engineered wall systems

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-12.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
D-12.01.02P assess and adjust wall systems wall systems are assessed and adjusted
for pre-existing conditions
D-12.01.03P frame rough openings rough openings are framed according to
drawings and specifications
D-12.01.04P install bracing (lateral and temporary) bracing (lateral and temporary) is installed
to maintain design according to codes,
drawings and specifications
D-12.01.05P fit and secure panels together panels are fit and secured together
D-12.01.06P place and secure sheathing on studs sheathing on studs are placed and
secured according to codes, drawings
and specifications
D-12.01.07P install engineered wall components engineered wall components are
installed according to drawings and
specifications

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 D-12.01.08P install lintel bearing lintel bearing is installed directly on
supporting members according to
drawings and specifications
D-12.01.09P install pre-fabricated wall systems pre-fabricated wall systems are
installed according to specifications
D-12.01.10P install membranes and fire protection membranes and fire protection materials
materials are installed according to codes,
drawings and specifications to enhance
durability, improve energy performance
and maintain integrity of building envelope

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
pre-existing conditions include: out-of-square, out-of-level, out-of-line, out-of-plumb
openings include: doors, windows, chases
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, architectural, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
engineered wall components include: hangers, fasteners
pre-fabricated wall systems include: structural insulated panels (SIPs), panelized
membranes include: weather barrier, air barrier, air vapour barrier, vapour barrier

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-12.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of engineered identify types of engineered wall
wall systems, their characteristics and systems, and describe their
applications characteristics and applications
identify materials used in engineered wall
systems, and describe their
characteristics and applications
describe door and window rough opening
clearances
describe blocking, backing and back
framing requirements
describe preserved wood foundations,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types of beam supports, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types of beams, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify components of mass timber, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify load bearing wall requirements
describe load transfer and point loading

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 describe framing requirements for
openings
describe notching and drilling
requirements
describe fastening requirements
identify membranes and fire protection
systems, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify components of post and beam
framing, and describe their characteristics
and applications
D-12.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install engineered wall systems install engineered wall systems, and
describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install engineered
wall systems
D-12.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training and certification
certification requirements for installing requirements for installing engineered wall
engineered wall systems systems
D-12.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing engineered wall installing engineered wall systems
systems

Range of Variables
types of engineered wall systems include: strapped, double and triple-wall, platform, balloon, timber,
steel stud, curtain, panel, pre-fabricated wall systems, post and beam, shear wall, mass timber
types of beam supports include: steel, wood, concrete
types of beams include: steel, built-up, engineered
mass timber includes: CLT, DLT, NLT
openings include: doors, windows, chases
membranes include: weather barrier, air barrier, air vapour barrier, vapour barrier
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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D-12.02 Constructs dimensional lumber wall framing

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-12.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
D-12.02.02P assess and adjust wall framing wall framing is assessed and adjusted for
pre-existing conditions
D-12.02.03P install gaskets and sill plates gaskets and sill plates are installed
according to drawings and
specifications
D-12.02.04P install wall members wall members are installed with crowns in
same direction
D-12.02.05P frame rough openings rough openings are framed according to
codes, drawings and specifications
D-12.02.06P notch and drill framing components framing components are notched and
drilled according to code requirements
D-12.02.07P install stud restraints stud restraints are installed according to
code requirements
D-12.02.08P place and secure sheathing on studs sheathing is placed and secured on studs
to maintain design according to codes,
drawings and specifications
D-12.02.09P install bracing bracing is installed to maintain design
according to drawings and
specifications
D-12.02.10P install backing in exterior and interior walls backing in exterior and interior walls is
installed to provide support for interior
finish components
D-12.02.11P install membranes and fire protection membranes and fire protection materials
materials are installed according to codes,
drawings and specifications to enhance
durability and improve energy
performance
D-12.02.12P square and plumb walls walls are squared and plumbed

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
pre-existing conditions include: out-of-square, out-of-level, out-of-line
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, architectural, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
openings include: doors, windows, chases
stud restraints include: blocking, strapping, metal connectors
membranes include: weather barrier, air barrier, air vapour barrier, vapour barrier

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-12.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of dimensional identify types of dimensional lumber wall
lumber wall framing, their characteristics framing, and describe their characteristics
and applications and applications
identify types of wall systems, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify materials used in wall systems,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
identify grade stamps and describe
related terminology
describe framing requirements and
clearances for openings
describe blocking and backing
requirements
identify preserved wood foundations, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types of beam supports, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types of beams, and describe
their characteristics and applications
describe load bearing wall requirements
describe transfer of load and point loading
describe notching and drilling
requirements
describe fastening requirements
identify membranes and fire protection
systems, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify components of post and beam
framing, and describe their characteristics
and applications

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 D-12.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
construct and erect dimensional lumber construct and erect dimensional lumber
wall framing wall framing, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to construct and
erect dimensional lumber wall framing
describe procedures to coordinate
necessary components to be installed by
other trades
D-12.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for constructing dimensional constructing dimensional lumber wall
lumber wall framing framing

Range of Variables
types of wall systems include: conventional, strapped, double and triple-wall, platform, balloon, timber,
steel stud, curtain, panel, post and beam, shear
openings include: doors, windows, chases
types of beam supports include: steel, wood, concrete
types of beams include: steel, built-up, engineered
membranes include: weather barrier, air barrier, air vapour barrier, vapour barrier
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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Task D-13 Constructs roof and ceiling systems

Task Descriptor
Carpenters construct roof and ceiling systems to enclose buildings and to protect from elements.

D-13.01 Installs engineered trusses

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-13.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
D-13.01.02P assess and adjust engineered trusses engineered trusses are assessed and
adjusted for pre-existing conditions
according to engineer requirements
D-13.01.03P fit and secure girders and sections girders and sections are fit and secured
together together according to drawings and
specifications
D-13.01.04P align and plumb trusses trusses are aligned and plumbed to
ensure straight roof according to
drawings and specifications
D-13.01.05P install temporary bracing temporary bracing is installed to maintain
plumb, level, square and secure trusses
D-13.01.06P install permanent lateral and angle permanent lateral and angle bracing is
bracing installed according to drawings and
specifications
D-13.01.07P frame rough openings rough openings are framed according to
specifications, project drawings and codes
D-13.01.08P install truss components truss components are installed
according to drawings and
specifications
D-13.01.09P install components within trusses components within trusses are installed
according to drawings and
specifications
D-13.01.10P install and align fascia boards fascia boards are installed and aligned
D-13.01.11P construct and install parapet walls, curbs parapet walls, curbs and cant strips are
and cant strips constructed and installed according to
drawings and specifications
D-13.01.12P install purlins purlins are installed according to
drawings and specifications

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 D-13.01.13P install sheathing sheathing is installed according to
drawings and specifications
D-13.01.14P make allowances for attic venting allowances for attic venting are made
according to codes, drawings and
specifications
D-13.01.15P make allowances for roof drainage allowances for roof drainage are made
according to codes, drawings and
specifications

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
pre-existing conditions include: out-of-square, out-of-level, out-of-line
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, architectural, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
openings include: attic access, skylights, stairwells, chases
truss components include: hangers, fasteners, metal connectors, ledgers, hip truss, dormers, valley
sets, saddles, crickets
components within trusses include: insulation stops, drywall backing, blocking

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-13.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of engineered identify types of engineered trusses, and
trusses, their characteristics and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
identify types of roof and ceiling systems,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
identify truss components, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify components within trusses, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
describe framing requirements for
openings
identify beam supports, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify types of beams, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify load supports, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify types of loads, and describe their
characteristics and applications
describe load bearing requirements
describe load bearing wall requirements
describe geometry and calculations used
to perform layout

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 describe blocking and backing
requirements
describe notching and drilling
requirements
identify components of post and beam
framing
D-13.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of rigging trusses identify attachment points for lifting
for crane lift engineered trusses
D-13.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install engineered trusses install engineered trusses, and describe
their procedures for use
describe procedures to install engineered
trusses
describe procedures to install sheathing
describe procedures to install purlins
D-13.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing engineered installing engineered trusses
trusses

Range of Variables
truss components include: hangers, fasteners, metal connectors, ledgers, hip truss, dormers, valley
sets, saddles, crickets
components within trusses include: insulation stops, drywall backing, blocking
openings include: attic access, skylights, stairwells, chases
beam supports include: steel, wood, concrete
types of beams include: steel, built-up, engineered
load supports include: steel, wood, concrete
types of loads include: point, distributed, environmental, live, dead
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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D-13.02 Constructs roof and ceiling framing

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
D-13.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
D-13.02.02P select species and size of lumber species and size of lumber are selected
according to codes, drawings and
specifications
D-13.02.03P assess and adjust roof and ceiling framing roof and ceiling framing is assessed and
adjusted for pre-existing conditions
D-13.02.04P cut roof and ceiling members roof and ceiling members are cut
according to layout lines, standards and
regulations
D-13.02.05P align ridge and rafter tails ridge and rafter tails are aligned to ensure
straight fascia according to cornice design
D-13.02.06P install temporary bracing temporary bracing is installed to secure
roof members
D-13.02.07P install permanent lateral and angle permanent lateral and angle bracing is
bracing installed to maintain structural integrity
D-13.02.08P frame rough openings rough openings are framed according to
codes, drawings and specifications
D-13.02.09P install blocking and backing blocking and backing are installed
according to codes
D-13.02.10P install equal and unequal slope equal and unequal slope intersecting roof
intersecting roof components components are installed according to
codes, drawings and specifications
D-13.02.11P install fascia boards fascia boards are installed according to
codes, drawings and specifications
D-13.02.12P place strapping, sheathing and purlins strapping, sheathing and purlins are
placed perpendicular to rafters to maintain
structural integrity
D-13.02.13P construct and install parapet walls, curbs parapet walls, curbs and cant strips are
and cant strips constructed and installed according to
drawings and specifications
D-13.02.14P make allowances for attic venting allowances for attic venting are made
according to codes, drawings and
specifications

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 D-13.02.15P make allowances for roof drainage allowances for roof drainage are made
according to codes, drawings and
specifications
D-13.02.16P install engineered timber components engineered timber components are
installed according to drawings and
specifications

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, architectural, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
pre-existing conditions include: out-of-square, out-of-level, out-of-line
roof and ceiling members include: trusses, collar ties, purlins, various rafters, ridge boards, bracing,
ceiling joists, webs, gusset plates, gable studs
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
permanent lateral and angle bracing include: collar ties, webs, knee walls
openings include: attic access, skylights, stairwells, chases, vents
engineered timber components include: CLT, NLT, posts, beams, paralam, glulam

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
D-13.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of roof and identify types of roof and ceiling framing,
ceiling framing, their characteristics and and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
identify types of roof and ceiling
members, and describe their
characteristics and applications
describe framing requirements for
openings
identify beam supports, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify types of beams, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify load supports, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify types of loads, and describe their
characteristics and applications
describe load bearing requirements
describe load bearing wall requirements
identify requirements for attic ventilation
identify requirements for roof drainage
identify roofing components, and
describe their characteristics and
applications

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 identify connectors and supports, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
describe blocking and backing
requirements
identify notching and drilling limitations
identify engineered timber components
identify grade stamps and describe
related terminology
D-13.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
construct roof and ceiling framing construct roof and ceiling framing, and
describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to construct roof and
ceiling framing
describe sequence of assembly for
engineered timber components
D-13.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for constructing roof and constructing roof and ceiling framing
ceiling framing

Range of Variables
roof and ceiling members include: trusses, collar ties, purlins, various rafters, ridge boards, bracing,
ceiling joists, webs, gusset plates, gable studs
openings include: attic access, skylights, stairwells, chases, vents
beam supports include: steel, wood, concrete
types of beams include: steel, built-up, engineered
load supports include: steel, wood, concrete
types of loads include: point, distributed, environmental, live, dead
roofing components include: blocking, backing, strapping, saddles/crickets
connectors and supports include: joist hangers, hurricane clips, H-clips
engineered timber components include: CLT, NLT, posts, beams, paralam, glulam
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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Major Work Activity E
Performs exterior finishing

Task E-14 Installs exterior doors and windows

Task Descriptor
Carpenters install exterior doors and windows to ensure energy efficient construction. This is essential to
maintain the integrity of the building envelope.

E-14.01 Installs exterior jambs/frames

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-14.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
E-14.01.02P select frames for openings frames for openings are selected
according to schedule, drawings and
specifications
E-14.01.03P assess and adjust rough openings rough openings are assessed and
adjusted for pre-existing conditions
E-14.01.04P prepare hinges and bolt locations on hinges and bolt locations on metal door
metal door frames frames are prepared to protect from grout
and mortar
E-14.01.05P brace metal door frames metal door frames are braced for plumb,
square and support
E-14.01.06P align adjacent jambs/frames adjacent jambs/frames are aligned with
each other
E-14.01.07P level head jamb and plumb side jambs head jamb is level and side jambs are
plumb
E-14.01.08P secure jambs/frames jambs/frames are secured by shimming
and fastening to steel, wood and masonry
E-14.01.09P insulate cavity around jambs/frames cavity around jambs/frames is insulated to
create a thermal break according to codes
and project requirements

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 E-14.01.10P coordinate with other trades other trades are coordinated with to
ensure considerations are made for
components and exterior door and
window hardware
E-14.01.11P install membrane and flashing around membrane and flashing is installed
outside exterior jamb’s trim around outside exterior jamb’s trim
according to codes and project
requirements

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, architectural, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
pre-existing conditions include: out-of-square, out-of-level, wrong size, wrong location, wood rot
exterior door and window hardware include: locks, latches, electronic systems, astragals, kick plates,
stops, hinges, closers

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
E-14.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of exterior jambs identify types of exterior window and door
and frames, their characteristics and jambs/frames, and describe their
applications characteristics and applications
identify types of exterior doors and
windows, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify exterior door components, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify weather protection systems,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
identify air and vapour barriers, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types of exterior door and
window hardware, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify exterior door and window
schedules, and describe their
characteristics and applications
describe barrier-free access requirements
E-14.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install exterior jambs/frames install exterior jambs/frames, and describe
their procedures for use

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 describe procedures to install exterior
jambs/frames
E-14.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing exterior installing exterior jambs/frames
jambs/frames

Range of Variables
components include: side jambs, head jambs, sill, threshold, exterior finishes, flooring, access hardware,
alarm system, security hardware
weather protection systems include: flashing, weather stripping, sealants, membranes
exterior door and window hardware include: locks, latches, electronic systems, astragals, kick plates,
stops, hinges, closers
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

E-14.02 Installs exterior doors

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-14.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
E-14.02.02P select door type and exterior door door type and exterior door
components components are selected according to
door schedule, drawings and
specifications
E-14.02.03P determine swing for pedestrian doors swing is determined for pedestrian doors
according to door schedule, codes,
drawings and project requirements
E-14.02.04P mark door slab and jamb for hinge door slab and jamb are marked for hinge
location location according to jamb or door type
and project requirements
E-14.02.05P mortise hinge gains on slab and jambs hinge gains are mortised on slab and
jambs according to jamb or door type
and project requirements
E-14.02.06P secure door to jamb using fasteners door is secured to jamb using fasteners
according to manufacturers’ specifications
E-14.02.07P install weather protection systems weather protection systems are
installed according to manufacturers’
specifications, door hardware schedule
and project requirements

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 E-14.02.08P install door accessories door accessories are installed according
to manufacturers’ specifications, door
hardware schedule and project
requirements
E-14.02.09P coordinate with other trades other trades are coordinated with to
ensure considerations are made for
exterior door components and
hardware
E-14.02.10P verify operation operation is verified according to codes
and project requirements

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
door type includes: overhead, access hatch, bypass, panel, flush, security, fire rated
exterior door components include: rails, stiles, panels, lites, exterior finishes, flooring, access hardware,
alarm system, security hardware
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
fasteners include: wood screws, metal screws, bolts, lag screws, anchors
weather protection systems include: flashing, weather stripping, sealants, membranes
door accessories include: astragals, kick plates, stops, hinges, closers
exterior door hardware include: locks, latches, electronic systems, astragals, kick plates, stops, hinges,
closers
operation include: latching, spacing, alignment, clearances

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
E-14.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of exterior doors, identify exterior door types, and describe
their characteristics and applications their characteristics and applications
identify types of fasteners, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify types of membranes and
flashings, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify types of door jambs/frames, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify exterior door components, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify door accessories, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify weather protection systems,
and describe their characteristics and
applications

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 identify air and vapour barriers, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types and styles of exterior door
hardware, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify exterior door schedules, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
describe barrier-free access requirements
E-14.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install exterior doors install exterior doors, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to install exterior
doors
E-14.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training and certification
certification requirements for installing requirements for installing exterior doors
exterior doors and specialty hardware (security)
E-14.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing exterior doors installing exterior doors

Range of Variables
door type includes: overhead, access hatch, bypass, panel, flush, security, fire rated
fasteners include: wood screws, metal screws, bolts, lag screws, anchors
exterior door components include: rails, stiles, panels, lites, exterior finishes, flooring, access hardware,
alarm system, security hardware
door accessories include: astragals, kick plates, stops, hinges, closers
weather protection systems include: flashing, weather stripping, sealants, membranes
exterior door hardware include: locks, latches, electronic systems, astragals, kick plates, stops, hinges,
closers
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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 E-14.03 Installs exterior windows

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-14.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
E-14.03.02P select windows windows are selected according to
window schedule, codes and project
requirements
E-14.03.03P assess and adjust rough openings rough openings are assessed and
adjusted for pre-existing conditions
E-14.03.04P place and secure window in rough window is placed and secured in rough
opening opening using shims and fasteners to
level and plumb
E-14.03.05P brace window frames window frames are braced for plumb,
square and support
E-14.03.06P align adjacent jambs/frames adjacent jambs/frames are aligned with
each other and other units according to
project requirements
E-14.03.07P install weather protection systems weather protection systems are
installed according to codes, drawings,
specifications, window hardware
schedule and project requirements
E-14.03.08P coordinate with other trades other trades are coordinated with to
ensure considerations are made for
components
E-14.03.09P verify operation operation is verified according to codes
and project requirements

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
pre-existing conditions include: out-of-square, out-of-level and wrong size, wrong location, wood rot
weather protection systems include: flashing, weather stripping, sealants, membranes
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
components include: exterior finishes, access hardware, alarm system, security hardware
operation includes: latching, spacing, alignment, clearances

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 Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
E-14.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of exterior identify types of exterior windows, and
windows, their characteristics and describe their characteristics and
applications applications including their energy
efficiency
identify types of window jambs/frames,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
identify exterior window components,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
identify weather protection systems,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
identify air and vapour barriers, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types and styles of exterior
window hardware, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify exterior window schedules, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
describe egress requirements
E-14.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install exterior windows install exterior windows, and describe
their procedures for use
describe procedures to install exterior
windows
E-14.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing exterior installing exterior windows
windows

Range of Variables
energy efficiency includes: gas filled, reflective coatings
exterior window components include: stiles, rails, mullions, muttons
weather protection systems include: flashing, weather stripping, sealants, membranes
exterior window hardware include: locks, latches, electronic systems
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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 E-14.04 Installs exterior door and window hardware

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-14.04.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
E-14.04.02P select exterior door and window exterior door and window hardware is
hardware selected according to specifications,
codes, and door and window hardware
schedule
E-14.04.03P position exterior door and window exterior door and window hardware is
hardware positioned using layout tools according
to specifications, codes and project
requirements
E-14.04.04P secure exterior door and window exterior door and window hardware is
hardware secured to door or window according to
specifications
E-14.04.05P adjust exterior door and window exterior door and window hardware is
hardware adjusted to ensure smooth operation
E-14.04.06P coordinate with other trades other trades are coordinated with to
ensure considerations are made for
components
E-14.04.07P verify operation operation is verified according to codes
and project requirements

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
exterior door and window hardware include: locks, latches, electronic systems, closers, emergency
devices, panic hardware
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
layout tools include: templates, mortising jigs, manufacturers’ templates
considerations include: exterior finishes, flooring, access hardware, alarm system, security hardware
operation includes: latching, spacing, alignment, clearances

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 Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
E-14.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of exterior door identify types of exterior door and
and window hardware, their window hardware, and describe their
characteristics and applications characteristics and applications
identify types of window and door
jambs/frames, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify types of exterior doors and
windows, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify exterior door and window
components, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify weather protection systems,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
identify exterior door and window
schedules, and describe their
characteristics and applications
describe barrier-free access requirements
describe egress requirements
identify sound transmission control
methods and fire ratings, and describe
their characteristics and applications
E-14.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install exterior door and window hardware install exterior door and window hardware,
and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install exterior
door and window hardware
describe procedures to position hardware
using layout tools
E-14.04.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training and certification
certification requirements for installing requirements for installing exterior door,
exterior door and window hardware window and specialty hardware (security)
E-14.04.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing exterior door installing exterior door and window
and window hardware hardware

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Range of Variables
exterior door and window hardware include: locks, latches, electronic systems, closers, emergency
devices, panic hardware
exterior door and window components include: transom, mullion, astragal, muntin, sash
weather protection systems include: flashing, weather stripping, sealants, membranes
sound transmission control methods include: cores, weather stripping, frame grouting
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
layout tools include: templates, mortising jigs, manufacturers’ templates
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

Task E-15 Installs roofing

Task Descriptor
Carpenters install roofing for the purpose of protecting the building from the elements as well as
functionality and aesthetics. Proper installation methods are critical to maintaining the building envelope.

E-15.01 Installs roofing 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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-15.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
E-15.01.02P select roof ventilation components roof ventilation components are
selected according to location, standards
and regulations, and type and size of
roof
E-15.01.03P assess and adjust roofing components roofing components are assessed and
adjusted for pre-existing conditions
E-15.01.04P select strapping strapping is selected according to
specifications and product requirements
E-15.01.05P select flashing flashing is selected according to location,
specifications and type of roof
E-15.01.06P apply membrane membrane materials are applied
according to codes and specifications

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 E-15.01.07P apply flashing flashing is applied to direct water and
prevent moisture penetration using
fasteners and sealants according to
specifications
E-15.01.08P mount roof ventilation components roof ventilation components are
mounted according to codes and
specifications
E-15.01.09P install skylights skylights are installed according to
specifications
E-15.01.10P install roof safety components roof safety components are installed
according to codes, specifications, and
regulations
E-15.01.11P select fasteners and sealants fasteners and sealants are selected
according to specifications
E-15.01.12P apply fasteners and sealants fasteners and sealants are applied
according to specifications

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
roof ventilation components include: ridge vents, exhaust vents
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
flashing includes: drip edges, step flashing, cap flashing, valley flashing, saddle flashing, vent and
chimney flashing, neoprene roof flashing
membrane includes: rolled roofing, ice and water shield, synthetic felt, tar paper
roof safety components include: anchors, davit systems

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
E-15.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of roofing identify types of strapping, their
components, their characteristics and characteristics and applications
applications
identify types of membranes, their
characteristics and applications
identify types of flashing, their
characteristics and applications
identify types of sealants, their
characteristics and applications
identify types of roof ventilation
components, their characteristics and
applications
describe types of fasteners, their
characteristics and applications
describe adhesion requirements for site
conditions

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 describe sequence of installation
describe safety requirements
describe handling and placement
requirements for roofing materials
E-15.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install roofing components install roofing components, and
describe their procedures for use
identify substrate requirements
describe procedures to install strapping
describe procedures to install
membranes
describe procedures to install flashing
describe procedures to install sealants
describe procedures to install roof
ventilation components
describe procedures to repair roofing
components
E-15.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training and certification
certification requirements for installing requirements for installing roofing
roofing components components
E-15.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing roofing installing roofing components
components

Range of Variables
membrane includes: rolled roofing, ice and water shield, synthetic felt, tar paper
flashing includes: drip edges, step flashing, cap flashing, valley flashing, saddle flashing, vent and
chimney flashing, neoprene roof flashing
roof ventilation components include: ridge vents, exhaust vents
safety requirements include: fall protection, fire protection
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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 E-15.02 Installs roof coverings

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-15.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
E-15.02.02P select roofing materials roofing materials are selected according
to site requirements, conditions,
standards and regulations, and
specifications
E-15.02.03P secure metal roofing materials metal roofing materials are secured
according to standards and regulations,
and specifications
E-15.02.04P secure wood roofing materials wood roofing materials are secured
according to standards and regulations,
and specifications
E-15.02.05P secure asphalt composite roofing asphalt composite roofing materials
materials are secured according to standards and
regulations, and specifications
E-15.02.06P install ridge and hip caps ridge and hip caps are installed according
to specifications

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
roofing materials include: asphalt composite, wood, metal, synthetic, clay, slate
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
metal roofing materials include: corrugated, steel tile
wood roofing materials include: shakes, shingles
asphalt composite roofing materials include: shingles, rolled roofing, ballast, selvage, granular, smooth
bitumen, torch-down, fibreglass

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
E-15.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of roof coverings, identify types of roofing materials, and
their characteristics and applications describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types of metal roofing materials,
and describe their characteristics and
applications

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 identify types of wood roofing materials,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types of asphalt composite
roofing materials, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify types of fasteners, and describe
their characteristics and applications
describe adhesion requirements for site
conditions
describe sequence of installation
identify safety requirements
describe handling and placement
requirements for roofing materials
E-15.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install roofing materials install roofing materials, and describe
their procedures for use
describe procedures to install roofing
materials
E-15.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing roofing installing roofing materials
materials

Range of Variables
roofing materials include: asphalt composite, wood, metal, synthetic, clay, slate
metal roofing materials include: corrugated, steel tile
wood roofing materials include: shakes, shingles
asphalt composite roofing materials include: shingles, rolled roofing, ballast, selvage, granular, smooth
bitumen, torch-down, fibreglass
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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Task E-16 Installs exterior finishes

Task Descriptor
The installation of exterior finishes is essential to the aesthetics, comfort, weather protection and
functioning of the building. Carpenters install exterior finishes for aesthetics, comfort, weather protection
and functioning of the building. Different components work together effectively to create a weather shield
while contributing to the curb appeal of the structure.

E-16.01 Installs exterior wall 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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-16.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
E-16.01.02P check for plumb, level and square structure is checked for plumb, level and
structure square and exterior wall coverings are
adjusted for aesthetics
E-16.01.03P select and install membranes, adhesives membranes, adhesives and sealants
and sealants are selected and installed according to
specifications and exterior wall
coverings
E-16.01.04P select and install flashings flashings are selected and installed
according to specifications, building codes
and exterior wall coverings
E-16.01.05P select and install strapping strapping is selected and installed
according to specifications and exterior
wall coverings
E-16.01.06P select and install cladding components cladding components are selected and
installed according to specifications and
exterior wall coverings
E-16.01.07P select and install fasteners fasteners are selected and installed
according to specifications and exterior
wall coverings
E-16.01.08P select and install coverings for cornice coverings for cornice (soffit/fascia) are
(soffit/fascia) selected and installed according to
specifications

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
exterior wall coverings include: wood, vinyl, composite products, masonry, stucco
membranes, adhesives and sealants include: air barriers, tar paper, self-adhesive membrane, weather
barrier, sheathing tape, silicone, latex and acrylic caulking
flashings include: window flashing, door flashing, sills, transition flashing
strapping includes: z-bar, furring, ventilated underlayment, lattice work
cladding components include: starter strips, trims, corner posts, frieze boards, water table, belt course
fasteners include: electro-galvanized nails, stainless steel nails, ring nails, coated screws, specialty
fasteners

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
E-16.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of exterior wall identify membranes, adhesives and
components, their characteristics, sealants, and describe their
applications and procedures for use characteristics, applications and
procedures for use
identify flashings, and describe their
characteristics, applications and
procedures for use
identify strapping, and describe their
characteristics, applications and
procedures for use
identify cladding components, and
describe their characteristics, applications
and procedures for use
identify fasteners, and describe their
characteristics, applications and
procedures for use
identify exterior wall coverings, and
describe their characteristics, applications
and procedures for use
identify planes of protection and rain
screen, and describe their characteristics
and applications
E-16.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of remedial describe remedial measures for out-of-
measures for out-of-plumb, not level or plumb, not level or not square structure
not square structure
E-16.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of coverings for identify coverings for cornice (soffit/fascia)
cornice (soffit/fascia), and their their characteristics and applications
procedures for use
E-16.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to describe procedures to install
install exterior wall components membranes, adhesives and sealants
describe procedures to install flashings
describe procedures to install strapping
describe procedures to install cladding
components

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 describe procedures to install fasteners
describe sequence of installation

Range of Variables
membranes, adhesives and sealants include: air barriers, tar paper, self-adhesive membranes, weather
barrier, sheathing tape, silicone, latex and acrylic caulking
flashings include: window flashing, door flashing, sills, transition flashing
strapping includes: z-bar, furring, ventilated underlayment, lattice work
cladding components include: starter strips, trims, corner posts, frieze boards, water table, belt course
fasteners include: electro-galvanized nails, stainless steel nails, ring nails, coated screws, specialty
fasteners
exterior wall coverings include: wood, vinyl, composite products, masonry, stucco

E-16.02 Installs exterior wall coverings

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
E-16.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
E-16.02.02P select exterior wall coverings exterior wall coverings are selected
according to specifications
E-16.02.03P apply exterior wall coverings exterior wall coverings are applied for
desired aesthetics and weather protection
according to specifications
E-16.02.04P prepare joints joints are prepared according to exterior
wall coverings being installed, and
specifications

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
exterior wall coverings include: wood, vinyl, composite products, masonry, stucco, rain screens, steel
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
joints include: butt, scarf, mitre, lap, control

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 Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
E-16.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of exterior wall identify types of exterior wall coverings,
coverings, their characteristics and and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
describe effects of weather on exterior
walls and exterior wall coverings
describe installation sequence and
procedures for exterior wall coverings
identify types of fasteners, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify safety requirements
identify types of joints, and describe their
characteristics, applications and
procedures for use
E-16.02.02L demonstrate knowledge installation of identify tools and equipment used to
exterior wall coverings install exterior wall coverings, and
describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install exterior
wall coverings
describe procedures to prepare joints
E-16.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing exterior wall installing exterior wall coverings
coverings

Range of Variables
exterior wall coverings include: wood, vinyl, composite products, masonry, stucco, rain screens, steel
fasteners include: electro-galvanized nails, ring nails, stainless steel nails, specialty fasteners, screws
with washers
joints include: butt, scarf, mitre, lap, control
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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Major Work Activity F
Performs interior finishing

Task F-17 Applies wall and ceiling finishes

Task Descriptor
Carpenters install interior finishes for aesthetics, comfort and proper functioning of the building. A well-
installed finish contributes to the overall ambience and character intended for a room and demonstrates
the quality of work.

F-17.01 Installs wallboard

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-17.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
F-17.01.02P select wallboard wallboard is selected according to
standards, regulations, drawings and
specifications
F-17.01.03P prepare wall or ceiling surface wall or ceiling surface is prepared to
receive wallboard
F-17.01.04P cut wallboard wallboard is cut to fit walls, ceilings and
openings
F-17.01.05P place wallboard wallboard is placed ready for finish
application according to drawings and
specifications
F-17.01.06P secure wallboard wallboard is secured with fasteners
according to standards, regulations,
drawings and specifications

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
wallboard includes: gypsum, cement, fibre boards, specialty boards
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural, site plans
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
prepare includes: aligning studs, adding backing and blocking materials
openings include: electrical, plumbing, windows, doors, HVAC, specialties
finish applications include: joint filling, scratch coat, interior masonry
fasteners include: mechanical, adhesives

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-17.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of wallboard, identify types of wallboard, and describe
their characteristics and applications their characteristics and applications
F-17.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of wall systems, identify types of wall systems, and
their characteristics and applications describe their characteristics and
applications
describe fire-rated assemblies and
requirements
describe blocking and backing
requirements for wallboard application
identify sound transmission control
methods, and describe their
characteristics and applications
F-17.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install wallboard install wallboard, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures used to install
wallboard
describe cutting methods for wallboard
describe methods to scribe and fit panels
describe sequence of installation
identify fasteners used to secure
wallboard, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify safe work practices
describe requirements of other trades
F-17.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing wallboard installing wallboard

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Range of Variables
wallboard includes: gypsum, cement, fibre boards, specialty boards
wall systems include: shaft wall, fire-rated wall, sound transmission class (STC)-rated wall
fasteners include: mechanical, adhesives
sound transmission control methods include: resilient channels, sound batts, baffles
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
safe work practices include: dust control, respiratory protection
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

F-17.02 Applies compound to walls and ceilings

NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
no yes NV yes NV yes yes yes yes yes NV NV NV

Skills
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-17.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
F-17.02.02P select compound and tapes compound and tapes are selected
according to application
F-17.02.03P cut back joints joints are cut back to receive compound
F-17.02.04P install accessories accessories are installed according to
drawings and specifications
F-17.02.05P mix compound compound is mixed according to
manufacturers’ specifications
F-17.02.06P tape joints and accessories joints and accessories are taped
F-17.02.07P fill joints and seams joints and seams are filled with compound
F-17.02.08P sand surface surface is sanded
F-17.02.09P repeat compound application and sanding compound application and sanding are
repeated until smooth surface is achieved

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
accessories include: corner beads, expansion joints, flexible mouldings, backing
safe work practices include: dust control, respiratory protection
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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 Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-17.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of wall identify types of wall compound, and
compounds, their characteristics and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
describe requirements of other trades
describe taping and compound application
for fire-rated assemblies
F-17.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
apply wall compound apply wall compound, and describe their
procedures for use
identify safe work practices when
preparing and applying wall compound
describe procedures to apply wall
compound
identify and describe taping and filling
applications and requirements
describe proper consistency of compound
according to coat being applied
F-17.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for applying wall compound applying wall compound

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
safe work practices include: dust control, respiratory protection
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

F-17.03 Installs panels, tiles and solid wood finishes

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-17.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
F-17.03.02P prepare wall or ceiling surface wall or ceiling surface is prepared
according to finish to be applied
F-17.03.03P measure and cut panels, tiles and solid panels, tiles and solid wood finishes are
wood finishes measured and cut to fit
wall/ceiling/corners and for penetrations

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 F-17.03.04P place panels and tiles panels and tiles are placed using tools
and equipment so that they are aligned
for appearance and fit
F-17.03.05P secure panels, tiles and solid wood panels, tiles and solid wood finishes are
finishes secured using fasteners
F-17.03.06P secure finished trim finished trim is secured according to
specifications

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
panels include: wood products, acoustic, fibre-reinforced panels (FRP), metals, plastics, cementitious
penetrations include: electrical outlets, plumbing pipes, HVAC ducts
fasteners include: finish nails, brad nails, adhesives, staples, cleats

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-17.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of panels, tiles identify types of panels, tiles and solid
and solid wood finishes, their wood finishes, and describe their
characteristics and applications characteristics and applications
describe fire-rated assemblies and
requirements
describe blocking and backing
requirements for panels, tiles and solid
wood finish applications
identify sound transmission control
methods, and describe their
characteristics and applications
describe requirements of other trades
F-17.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install panels, tiles and solid wood install panels, tiles and solid wood
finishes finishes, and describe their procedures for
use
describe procedures to install panels,
tiles and solid wood finishes
describe methods to scribe and fit panels,
tiles and solid wood finishes
describe sequence of installation
identify safe work practices
identify fasteners, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify wood joints, and describe their
characteristics and applications

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 F-17.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of training identify training requirements for installing
requirements for installing panels, tiles panels, tiles and solid wood finishes
and solid wood finishes
F-17.03.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing panels, tiles installing panels, tiles and solid wood
and solid wood finishes finishes

Range of Variables
panels include: wood products, acoustic, fibre-reinforced panels (FRP), metals, plastics, cementitious
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
safe work practices include: dust control, respiratory protection
fasteners include: finish nails, brad nails, adhesives, staples, cleats
joints includes: coped, mitre, butt, dovetailed, lap, scarf, spline
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

F-17.04 Installs suspended ceilings

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-17.04.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
F-17.04.02P select suspended products suspended products are selected
according to drawings, specifications,
standards and regulations
F-17.04.03P measure, cut and install suspended suspended ceiling components are
ceiling components measured, cut and installed according to
drawings, specifications, standards
and regulations
F-17.04.04P align and level grid grid is aligned and levelled to ensure it is
uniform and square
F-17.04.05P measure and cut openings in suspended openings in suspended product are
product measured and cut to accommodate
fixtures

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
suspended products includes: tiles, panels, wallboard, wood products
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
suspended ceiling components include: wall channels, wallboard, main-tees, cross-tees, eyelets,
support drops, tracks, hangers, architectural features
fixtures include: electrical, sprinkler, HVAC

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-17.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of suspended identify types of suspended ceilings, and
ceilings, their components, characteristics describe their characteristics and
and applications applications
identify suspended ceiling components
and their installation methods
identify fire ratings of types of suspended
ceilings
describe fire-rated assemblies and
requirements
describe blocking and backing
requirements for suspended ceilings
identify sound transmission control
methods, and describe their
characteristics and applications
describe requirements of other trades
F-17.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install suspended ceilings install suspended ceilings, and describe
their procedures for use
describe procedures to install suspended
ceilings
describe methods to scribe and fit
suspended products
explain calculations for installing
suspended ceilings
describe sequence of installation
identify safe work practices,
F-17.04.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training and certification
certification requirements for installing requirements for installing suspended
suspended ceilings ceilings
F-17.04.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing suspended installing suspended ceilings
ceilings

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Range of Variables
suspended ceiling components include: wall channels, wallboard, main-tees, cross-tees, eyelets,
support drops, tracks, hangers, architectural features
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
suspended product includes: tiles, panels, wallboard, wood products
safe work practices include: dust control, eye and head protection
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

F-17.05 Installs demountable wall systems

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-17.05.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
F-17.05.02P place demountable wall system demountable wall system is placed
according to drawings, specifications,
standards and regulations
F-17.05.03P adjust demountable wall system demountable wall system is adjusted for
alignment
F-17.05.04P install hardware hardware is installed according to
specifications
F-17.05.05P attach demountable wall system demountable wall system is attached
according to standards and regulations
F-17.05.06P test demountable wall system demountable wall system is functional
and appearance is according to
drawings, specifications, standards
and regulations

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
demountable wall systems include: office partitions, washroom stalls, room dividers
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
hardware includes: clips, fasteners, brackets, latches, hinges, tracks

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Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-17.05.01L demonstrate knowledge of demountable identify types of demountable wall
wall systems, their hardware, systems, and describe their hardware,
characteristics and applications characteristics and applications
explain drawings and specifications on
demountable wall systems
describe fire-rated assemblies and
requirements
describe blocking and backing
requirements for demountable wall
systems
identify sound transmission control
methods, and describe their
characteristics and applications
describe requirements of other trades
F-17.05.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install demountable wall systems install demountable wall systems, and
describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install
demountable wall systems
describe sequence of installation
F-17.05.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training and certification
certification requirements for installing requirements for installing demountable
demountable wall systems wall systems
F-17.05.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing demountable installing demountable wall systems
wall systems

Range of Variables
demountable wall systems include: office partitions, washroom stalls, room dividers
hardware includes: clips, fasteners, brackets, latches, hinges, tracks
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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Task F-18 Installs flooring

Task Descriptor
Carpenters install flooring for aesthetics, comfort and proper functioning of the building. A floor should
look and feel level with minimal transitions to prevent tripping.

F-18.01 Installs underlayment

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-18.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
F-18.01.02P prepare substrate substrate is prepared according to project
specifications and site conditions to
receive underlayment
F-18.01.03P select type and size of underlayment type and size of underlayment sheets
sheets are selected according to drawings and
specifications
F-18.01.04P measure, cut, place and secure underlayment is measured, cut, placed
underlayment over substrate and secured over substrate according to
standards, regulations and
specifications

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
prepare includes: applying floor leveling compound, cleaning, scraping
underlayment includes: hardboard, plywood, sheathing, cement board, isolation membrane
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural,
manufacturers’
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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 Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-18.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of identify types of underlayment, and
underlayment, their characteristics and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
describe effects of expansion and
contraction of underlayment
describe requirements of other trades
F-18.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install underlayment install underlayment, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to install
underlayment
describe sequence of installation
describe procedures to prepare substrate
before installation of underlayment
F-18.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of training identify training requirements for installing
requirements for installing underlayment underlayment
F-18.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing underlayment installing underlayment

Range of Variables
underlayment includes: hardboard, plywood, sheathing, cement board, isolation membrane
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

F-18.02 Installs floor coverings

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-18.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
F-18.02.02P prepare substrate substrate is prepared according to project
specifications and site conditions to
receive floor covering
F-18.02.03P acclimatize floor covering floor covering is acclimatized to
installation environment

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 F-18.02.04P select floor covering floor covering is selected to ensure
quality and uniformity
F-18.02.05P measure, cut and place floor covering floor covering is measured, cut and
placed considering expansion, and
according to specifications, drawings,
building codes and site conditions
F-18.02.06P install floor trim and accessories floor trim and accessories are installed
according to drawings and
specifications
F-18.02.07P secure floor covering floor covering is secured according to
drawings and specifications

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
prepare includes: applying floor leveling compound, cleaning, scraping, installing underlayment
floor coverings include: tiles, solid wood, laminates, roll flooring, vinyl flooring
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural
floor trim and accessories include: transition strips, expansion joints, stops

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-18.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of floor identify types of floor coverings, and
coverings, their characteristics and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
describe effects of expansion and
contraction of floor coverings
describe requirements of other trades
F-18.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of specialty identify types of specialty floors, and
floors, their characteristics and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
F-18.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install floor coverings install floor coverings, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to install floor
coverings
describe sequence of installation
F-18.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training and certification
certification requirements for installing requirements for installing floor
floor coverings coverings
F-18.02.05L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing floor installing floor coverings
coverings

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Range of Variables
floor coverings include: tiles, solid wood, laminates, roll flooring, vinyl flooring
specialty floors include: gymnasiums, bowling alley floors
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

F-18.03 Installs access flooring

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-18.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
F-18.03.02P adapt access flooring to site requirements access flooring is adapted to site
requirements by measuring, cutting, fitting
and assembling materials and
components according to specifications
F-18.03.03P level and secure access flooring to access flooring is levelled and secured to
substrate and perimeter walls substrate and perimeter walls according
to specifications using fasteners and
adhesives
F-18.03.04P coordinate with other trades other trades are coordinated with to
ensure considerations are made for
components

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
fasteners include: concrete anchors, inserts, clips
adhesives include: mastic, polyurethane, contact

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-18.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of access identify types of access flooring, and
flooring, their characteristics and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
describe effects of expansion and
contraction
explain drawings and specifications on
access flooring

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 describe requirements of other trades
F-18.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install access flooring install access flooring, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to install access
flooring
describe sequence of installation
identify fasteners and adhesives used to
install access flooring, and describe their
characteristics and applications
describe safe work practices for use of
adhesives
F-18.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training and certification
certification requirements for installing requirements for installing access flooring
access flooring
F-18.03.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing access flooring installing access flooring

Range of Variables
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
fasteners include: concrete anchors, inserts, clips
adhesives include: mastic, polyurethane, contact
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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Task F-19 Installs interior doors and windows

Task Descriptor
Carpenters install interior doors and windows for functionality of the home or building. They reflect the
desired style and are often custom ordered.

F-19.01 Installs interior jambs/frames

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-19.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
F-19.01.02P assess and adjust rough openings rough openings are assessed and
adjusted for pre-existing conditions
F-19.01.03P verify rough opening rough opening is verified according to
drawings and specifications
F-19.01.04P assemble steel and wood door frames steel and wood door frames are
assembled prior to installation according
to site requirements and specifications
F-19.01.05P install window and door frame plumb, window and door frame are plumb, level
level and square and square
F-19.01.06P secure jambs/frames jambs/frames are secured by shimming
and fastening
F-19.01.07P create acoustical break or fire stop acoustical break or fire stop is created by
insulating cavity around jambs/frames
according to drawings, specifications,
and standards and regulations
F-19.01.08P coordinate with other trades other trades are coordinated with to
ensure considerations are made for
components

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
pre-existing conditions include: out-of-square, out-of-level, wrong size, wrong location, wood rot, wrong
swing
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
standards and regulations include CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), fire codes, site-specific
(company or client), jurisdictional requirements

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-19.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of interior identify types of interior jambs/frames,
jambs/frames, their characteristics and and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
F-19.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install interior jambs/frames install interior jambs/frames, and describe
their procedures for use
describe procedures to install interior
jambs/frames
describe sequence of installation of
interior jambs/frames
F-19.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of training identify training requirements for installing
requirements for installing interior interior jambs/frames
jambs/frames
F-19.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing interior installing interior jambs/frames
jambs/frames

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), fire codes, site-specific
(company or client), jurisdictional requirements

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 F-19.02 Installs interior doors

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-19.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
F-19.02.02P determine door size, swing, bevel and door size, swing, bevel and location are
location determined according to drawings,
specifications and door schedule
F-19.02.03P install door installation hardware for door installation hardware for non-
non-swinging doors swinging doors are installed according to
drawings and specifications
F-19.02.04P lay out door slab and jamb door slab and jamb are laid out for hinge
location
F-19.02.05P mortise hinge gains on slab and jambs hinge gains are mortised on slab and
jambs
F-19.02.06P hang door with consistent margins door is hung with consistent margins

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
doors include: swinging, non-swinging
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
door installation hardware includes: tracks, pivots, guides, hinges

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-19.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of interior identify types of interior doors, and
doors, their characteristics and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
describe and interpret door schedules
F-19.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install interior doors install interior doors, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to install interior
doors

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 describe sequence of installation of
interior doors
F-19.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing interior doors installing interior doors

Range of Variables
interior doors include: swinging, non-swinging
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), fire codes, site-specific
(company or client), jurisdictional requirements

F-19.03 Installs interior windows

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-19.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
F-19.03.02P assess and adjust rough openings rough openings are assessed and
adjusted for pre-existing conditions
F-19.03.03P verify rough opening rough opening is verified according to
drawings and specifications
F-19.03.04P select window window is selected according to drawings
and specifications
F-19.03.05P install window window is installed plumb, level and
square

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
pre-existing conditions include: out-of-square, out-of-level, wrong size, wrong location, wood rot, wrong
swing
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-19.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of interior identify types of interior windows and their
windows, their components, components, and describe their
characteristics and applications characteristics and applications
describe and interpret window schedules

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 F-19.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install interior windows and components install interior windows and components,
and describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install interior
windows and components
F-19.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing interior installing interior windows
windows

Range of Variables
components include: mullions, transoms, muntins, sills, stools
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), fire codes, site-specific
(company or client), jurisdictional requirements

F-19.04 Installs interior door and window hardware

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-19.04.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
F-19.04.02P select interior door and window interior door and window hardware is
hardware selected according to drawings,
specifications, standards and
regulations
F-19.04.03P position interior door and window interior door and window hardware is
hardware positioned using tools and equipment
F-19.04.04P install interior door and window interior door and window hardware is
hardware installed to doors and windows according
to drawings, specifications, standards
and regulations
F-19.04.05P adjust and test interior door and window interior door and window hardware is
hardware adjusted and tested to ensure smooth and
proper operation
F-19.04.06P coordinate with other trades other trades are coordinated with to
ensure considerations are made for other
components to be installed

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
interior door and window hardware includes: latches, closers, emergency devices, hinges, electronic
hardware, push/panic bars, lock/passage sets
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
standards and regulations include CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), fire codes, site-specific
(company or client), jurisdictional requirements
components include: electric strikes, magnetic locks, security systems, mechanical systems, fire alarms

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-19.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of interior door identify types and styles of interior door
and window hardware, their and window hardware, and describe
characteristics and applications their characteristics and applications
describe and interpret interior door and
window hardware schedules
identify sound transmission control
methods and fire ratings, and describe
their characteristics and applications
F-19.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install interior door and window install interior door and window
hardware hardware, and describe their procedures
for use
describe procedures to install interior
door and window hardware
F-19.04.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing interior door installing interior door and window
and window hardware hardware

Range of Variables
interior door and window hardware includes: latches, closers, emergency devices, hinges, electronic
hardware, push/panic bars, lock/passage sets
sound transmission control methods include: cores, weather stripping, auto door bottom
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), fire codes, site-specific
(company or client), jurisdictional requirements

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Task F-20 Constructs and installs finish components and stairs

Task Descriptor
The construction and installation of finish components and accessories transitions the living and working
space from an unfinished product to the completed product. Special attention to accuracy and detail is
important. The margin of error is much smaller. For example, cuts must be more precise. The quality of
the finish work is likely a reflection of the overall quality of the project.

F-20.01 Fabricates finish 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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-20.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
F-20.01.02P identify and select materials materials are identified and selected for
quality and uniformity
F-20.01.03P construct jigs jigs are constructed for repetitive
fabrication
F-20.01.04P measure, cut, and assemble finish finish components and built-in
components and built-in components components are measured, cut, and
assembled according to drawings,
specifications, standards and
regulations

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
finish components include: trim, casings, baseboards, crown mouldings, jamb extensions, window sills,
aprons, handrails, balustrades, plastic laminate panels
built-in components include: cabinets, shelves, walk-in closets, mantels, counter tops, access hatches
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
standards and regulations include CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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 Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-20.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of finish identify types of finish components and
components and built-in components, built-in components, and describe their
their characteristics and applications characteristics and applications
identify types of materials used for finish
components and built-in components,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
F-20.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
fabricate finish components and built-in fabricate finish components and built-in
components components, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to fabricate finish
components and built-in components
describe boring techniques
identify abrasives and adhesives, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
describe procedures for constructing and
using jigs
identify types of fasteners, and describe
their characteristics and applications
identify types of joints, and describe their
characteristics and applications
F-20.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of training identify training requirements for
requirements for fabricating finish fabricating finish components
components
F-20.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for fabricating finish fabricating finish components
components

Range of Variables
finish components include: trim, casings, baseboards, crown mouldings, jamb extensions, window sills,
aprons, handrails, balustrades, plastic laminate panels
built-in components include: cabinets, shelves, walk-in closets, mantels, counter tops, access hatches
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
fasteners include: adhesives, nails, brackets, clips, screws, dowels, biscuits
joints includes: coped, mitre, butt, dovetailed, lap, scarf
standards and regulations include CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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F-20.02 Installs finish components and accessories

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-20.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
F-20.02.02P select finish components and finish components and accessories to
accessories to be installed be installed are selected according to
drawings, specifications, standards
and regulations
F-20.02.03P measure, cut and assemble finish finish components and accessories are
components and accessories measured, cut and assembled according
to drawings, specifications, standards
and regulations
F-20.02.04P secure finish components finish components are secured level,
plumb, aligned and are visually appealing
F-20.02.05P secure accessories accessories are secured level, plumb,
aligned and are visually appealing
according to drawings, specifications
and standards and regulations
F-20.02.06P attach built-in components built-in components are attached level,
plumb, aligned and are visually appealing
F-20.02.07P secure accessibility components accessibility components are secured
according to drawings, specifications,
standards and regulations
F-20.02.08P attach hand rails and guards hand rails and guards are attached
according to drawings, specifications,
standards and regulations
F-20.02.09P attach balustrade components balustrade components are attached
according to drawings, specifications,
standards and regulations

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
finish components include: trim, casings, baseboards, crown mouldings, jamb extensions, window sills,
aprons, handrails, balustrades
accessories include: towel bars, shower rods, grab bars, mirrors, backing
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
standards and regulations include CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
built-in components include: cabinets, shelves, walk-in closets, mantels, counter tops, access hatches
balustrade components include: newels, balusters, hand rails, filets

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-20.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of finish identify types of finish components,
components, built-in components, built-in components, accessibility
accessibility components, hand rails and components, hand rails and guards,
guards, balustrade components and balustrade components and
accessories, their characteristics and accessories, and describe their
applications characteristics and applications
F-20.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
install finish components, built-in install finish components, built-in
components, accessibility components, components, accessibility components,
hand rails and guards, balustrade hand rails and guards, balustrade
components and accessories components and accessories, and
describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to install finish
components, built-in components,
accessibility components, hand rails and
guards, balustrade components and
accessories
describe sequence of installation of finish
components, built-in components,
accessibility components, hand rails and
guards, balustrade components and
accessories
identify fasteners and anchors, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types of joints, and describe their
characteristics and applications
describe boring techniques
describe marking techniques
F-20.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for installing components installing components and accessories
and accessories

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Range of Variables
finish components include: trim, casings, baseboards, crown mouldings, jamb extensions, window sills,
aprons, handrails, balustrades
built-in components include: cabinets, shelves, walk-in closets, mantels, counter tops, access hatches
balustrade components include: newels, balusters, hand rails, filets
accessories include: towel bars, shower rods, grab bars, mirrors, backing
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
fasteners include: adhesives, nails, brackets, clips, screws, dowels, biscuits
joints includes: coped, mitre, butt, dovetailed, lap, scarf
standards and regulations include CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

F-20.03 Constructs stairs

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
F-20.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
F-20.03.02P calculate and confirm stair dimensions stair dimensions are calculated and
confirmed according to drawings,
specifications, standards and
regulations
F-20.03.03P select material material is selected to ensure quality and
uniformity
F-20.03.04P measure and cut stair components stair components are measured and cut
according to confirmed dimensions,
standards and regulations
F-20.03.05P assemble and install stair components stair components are assembled and
installed using fasteners according to
standards and regulations
F-20.03.06P install skirt boards and mouldings skirt boards and mouldings are installed
according to drawings and
specifications

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Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
stair dimensions include: openings, total rise, total run, headroom, tread depth, unit rise, unit run
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
standards and regulations include CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
stair components include: stringers, treads, risers, glue blocks, wedges, handrails, landings
fasteners include: lag bolts, screws, adhesives

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
F-20.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of stairs, their identify types of stairs and their
components, characteristics and components, and describe their
applications characteristics and applications
identify types of stringers, and describe
their characteristics and applications
F-20.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
construct stairs construct stairs, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to construct stairs
and stringers
describe sequence of installation of stair
components
describe geometry and calculations used
to perform layout
describe lamination processes to create
stair components
identify abrasives and adhesives, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
identify fasteners and anchors, and
describe their characteristics and
applications
describe boring techniques
describe marking techniques
identify different types of wood used to
finish stairs, and describe their
characteristics and applications
F-20.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for constructing stairs constructing stairs

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Range of Variables
stairs include: straight, stairs with landings, spirals, circular, manufactured
stair components include: stringers, treads, risers, glue blocks, wedges, handrails, landings
stringers include: open, housed, laminated
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
fasteners include: lag bolts, screws, adhesives
standards and regulations include CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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Major Work Activity G
Performs renovations

Task G-21 Performs renovation-specific support activities

Task Descriptor
Carpenters perform renovations on existing structures, and this includes removing existing materials and
protecting structures and applying techniques to support existing structures.

G-21.01 Removes existing material

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
G-21.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
G-21.01.02P assess existing structure for pre-existing existing structure is assessed for
conditions pre-existing conditions
G-21.01.03P obtain applicable documentation including applicable documentation including
permits permits are obtained from relevant
regulatory body
G-21.01.04P identify materials to be removed materials to be removed are identified
according to conditions, project
requirements, drawings and
specifications
G-21.01.05P identify structures to be removed or structures that need to be removed or
repaired repaired are identified according to project
requirements and drawings
G-21.01.06P identify materials that may be reclaimed materials that may be reclaimed and
and reused reused are identified
G-21.01.07P remove components and sort for reuse components are sorted for reuse or
or disposal disposal according to project
requirements, standards and
regulations

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 G-21.01.08P report, abate and contain hazardous hazardous materials and substances
materials and substances are reported, abated and contained
according to standards and regulations
G-21.01.09P remove existing materials and sort for existing materials are removed and
reuse or disposal sorted for reuse or disposal according to
project requirements, standards and
regulations

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
pre-existing conditions include: out-of-square, out-of-level, integrity of existing structure
materials include: wood, concrete, insulation, glass, shingles
conditions include: rot/mold, damage, undersized materials, hazardous materials and substances (lead-
based paints, asbestos)
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural
specifications include: project, engineer, manufacturers’
structures include: doors and windows, exterior walls, concrete foundations
components include: lintels, beams, windows, insulation, roofs, grade beams and walls
hazardous materials and substances include: lead-based paint, mold, animal feces, silica, carcinogenic
(asbestos, polychlorinated biphenyl [PCBs])
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
G-21.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of existing identify types of existing materials, and
materials, their characteristics and describe their characteristics and
applications applications
describe appearance and effects of
conditions
describe removal and disposal methods of
materials
identify tarps, hoardings and separations,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
describe removal methods of framing
systems
describe removal methods of interior and
exterior finishing systems
describe techniques to protect project,
their characteristics and applications
describe removal methods of beam
supports
describe support or removal methods of
load bearing walls

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 identify destructive and non-destructive
methods of identifying and assessing
existing structures, and describe their
characteristics and applications
identify types of hazardous materials
and substances, and describe steps that
should be followed for abatement
describe methods of temporary shoring
identify historical building conservation
requirements
G-21.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
remove existing materials remove existing materials, and describe
their procedures for use
describe procedures and sequence to
remove existing materials
describe material removal methods that
prevent damage to adjacent structures or
components
G-21.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training and certification
certification requirements for removing requirements for removing existing
existing materials materials
G-21.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for removing existing removing existing materials
materials

Range of Variables
materials include: wood, concrete, insulation, glass, shingles
conditions include: rot/mold, damage, undersized materials, hazardous materials and substances (lead-
based paints, asbestos)
framing systems include: balloon, platform, energy-efficient framing, post and beam, mass timber
finishing systems include: lath and plaster, masonry, siding, stucco
techniques to protect project include: hoarding, heating, floor protection, weather protection, protection
for existing finishes
beam supports include: steel, wood, concrete
hazardous materials and substances include: lead-based paint, mold, animal feces, silica, carcinogenic
(asbestos, PCBs)
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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 G-21.02 Protects structure during renovations

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
G-21.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
G-21.02.02P identify location and types of temporary location and types of temporary
supports supports are identified according to
loading conditions and drawings
G-21.02.03P identify location and types of hoarding location and types of hoarding and
and coverings coverings are identified according to
drawings, standards and regulations
G-21.02.04P identify permitting requirements permitting requirements are identified
according to standards and regulations
G-21.02.05P construct and install temporary supports temporary supports are constructed and
installed according to drawings, project
requirements, standards and
regulations
G-21.02.06P install hoarding and coverings hoarding and coverings are installed to
protect materials, areas, structures and
occupants that may be compromised or
damaged during renovation activities
G-21.02.07P assess existing building envelope building envelope components are
components assessed according to current standards
and regulations
G-21.02.08P install building envelope components building envelope components are
installed according to standards and
regulations

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
temporary supports include: scaffolding, pipe jacks, pilings, beams, posts
drawings include: project, shop, engineering, electrical, architectural, mechanical, structural
hoarding and coverings include: tarps, drop cloths, plywood, cardboard
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
materials, areas and structures include: finished floors, ceilings, walls, trim and door frames, cabinets,
walkways, trees
occupants include: tenants, homeowners, public, other trade workers
building envelope components include: building paper, water proofing membranes, flashings, caulking,
vapour barriers, insulation, air barriers

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 Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
G-21.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of protecting identify types of hoarding and coverings
structure during renovations, their used during renovations, and describe
characteristics and applications their characteristics and applications
describe temporary supports, their
characteristics and applications
identify techniques to protect project,
and describe their characteristics and
applications
identify types of hazardous materials
and substances
describe methods of containment and
abatement of hazardous materials and
substances by certified personnel
describe methods and sequencing of
temporary shoring to protect surrounding
structure
identify historical building conservation
requirements
G-21.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of building identify building envelope components
envelope components
G-21.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
protect structure during renovations protect materials, areas, structures and
occupants during renovations, and
describe their procedures for use
describe procedures to protect
occupants who may be hurt, and
materials, areas, structures that may be
compromised or damaged during
renovation activities
describe material removal methods that
prevent damage to adjacent structures or
components
G-21.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training and certification
certification requirements for protection requirements for protection and
and conservation during renovations conservation during renovations
G-21.02.05L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for protection and protection and conservation during
conservation during renovations renovations

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Range of Variables
hoarding and coverings include: tarps, drop cloths, plywood, cardboards
temporary supports include: scaffolding, pipe jacks, pilings, beams, posts
techniques to protect project include: hoarding, heating, floor protection
hazardous materials and substances include: lead-based paint, mold, animal feces, silica, carcinogenic
(asbestos, PCBs)
building envelope components include: building paper, water proofing membranes, flashings, caulking,
vapour barriers, insulation, air barriers
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
materials, areas and structures include: finished floors, ceilings, walls, trim and door frames, cabinets,
walkways, trees
occupants include: tenants, homeowners, public, other trade workers
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

Task G-22 Performs renovation-specific construction activities

Task Descriptor
Carpenters perform renovation-specific construction tasks that include adding to and changing existing
structures. Renovations have a unique requirement in that the new and existing structures must be
blended together to form one cohesive unit.

G-22.01 Joins new to existing construction

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
G-22.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
G-22.01.02P assess existing structure for pre-existing existing structure is assessed for pre-
conditions existing conditions
G-22.01.03P obtain applicable documentation including applicable documentation including
permits permits are obtained from relevant
regulatory body
G-22.01.04P select materials materials are selected according to
compatibility with existing materials,
drawings, specifications, and current
standards and regulations

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 G-22.01.05P install exterior components exterior components are installed to
make weatherproof transition from new to
existing construction
G-22.01.06P install building envelope components building envelope components are
installed to make weatherproof transition
from new to existing construction
G-22.01.07P use procedures to ensure a continuous procedures are used to ensure a
building envelope is maintained continuous building envelope is
maintained
G-22.01.08P install new materials new materials are installed using methods
that prevent damage to adjacent structure
and components of structure
G-22.01.09P transition new material to existing new material is transitioned to existing
materials and assemblies materials and assemblies for good bond
and aesthetic purposes
G-22.01.10P install fasteners and adhesives fasteners and adhesives are installed
according to manufacturers'
specifications, standards and
regulations

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
pre-existing conditions include: out-of-square, out-of-level, integrity of existing structure
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements
exterior components include: flashing, sheathing, doors, windows, soffit, fascia, rain screens, roof and
wall cladding
building envelope components include: building paper, water proofing membranes, flashings, caulking,
vapour barriers, insulation, air barriers
procedures include: joining new windows and doors to existing vapour and air barriers, joining new roof
and wall cladding to existing roof and wall cladding, joining new foundation to existing foundation
materials and assemblies include: concrete, framing, exterior claddings, roof assemblies, interior
finishes
fasteners include: screws, hangers, nails, tie-downs, anchor bolts,
adhesives include: construction adhesive, silicone

Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
G-22.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of joining new to identify ways new material is transitioned
existing materials and assemblies, their to existing materials and assemblies for
characteristics and applications good bond, aesthetic purposes
describe energy-efficient retrofit
techniques
describe material and assembly
installation methods that prevent damage
to existing structures and components
describe methods to accommodate
pre-existing conditions

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 describe impacts of adding, removing or
modifying materials and assemblies
describe methods to accommodate
differential movement between new and
existing construction
identify types of current exterior roof and
wall cladding and describe their
compatibility with existing materials and
installation requirements
identify types of framing systems, and
describe their compatibility and
procedures to join new to existing
identify materials manufactured to be
compatible with existing and to replicate
historic design features
G-22.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to join
join new to existing construction new to existing construction, and describe
their procedures for use
describe procedures and sequence to join
new to existing construction
describe procedures used to compensate
for conditions when joining new and
existing construction
describe methods used to lay out and
construct new wall assemblies that meet
existing wall assemblies
describe adjustments used to blend new
roof members or structure and existing
roof
G-22.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of fasteners and identify fasteners and adhesives, and
adhesives, their characteristics, describe their characteristics and
applications and procedures for use applications
describe procedures to use fasteners and
adhesives during installation according to
standards and regulations
G-22.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training and certification
certification requirements for joining new requirements for joining new to existing
to existing construction construction
G-22.01.05L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for joining new to existing joining new to existing construction
construction

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Range of Variables
materials and assemblies include: concrete, framing, exterior claddings, roof assemblies, interior
finishes
pre-existing conditions include: out-of-square, out-of-level, integrity of existing structure
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
fasteners include: screws, hangers, nails, tie-downs, anchor bolts
adhesives include: construction adhesive, silicone
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

G-22.02 Changes existing structure during renovations

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
Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
G-22.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and
used according to project requirements
and manufacturers’ specifications
G-22.02.02P change existing openings existing openings are changed to
accommodate new components
G-22.02.03P change existing structures existing structures are changed to meet
project requirements using methods
G-22.02.04P relocate components components are relocated
G-22.02.05P change structural supports structural supports are changed
according to project requirements
G-22.02.06P install fasteners and adhesives fasteners and adhesives are installed
according to manufacturers'
specifications, standards and
regulations

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
openings include: stairwells, exterior and interior doors and windows
components include: stairs, built-ins (cabinets, shelves), windows, doors
methods include: adding insulation, replacing cladding, windows and doors
structural supports include: columns, beams, walls, lintels
fasteners include: screws, hangers, nails, tie-downs, anchor bolts
adhesives include: construction adhesive, silicone, sealants
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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 Knowledge
Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
G-22.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to identify tools and equipment used to
change existing structure during change existing structure during
renovations renovations, and describe their
procedures for use
describe procedures to change existing
structure during renovations
describe procedures and sequence to
change existing openings
describe procedures and sequence to
relocate components
describe procedures and sequence to
change structural supports
describe procedures to upgrade existing
materials and assemblies
G-22.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of fasteners and identify fasteners and adhesives, and
adhesives, their characteristics, describe their characteristics and
applications and procedures for use applications
describe procedures to use fasteners and
adhesives during installation according to
standards and regulations
G-22.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and identify training and certification
certification requirements for changing requirements for changing existing
existing structure during renovations structure during renovations
G-22.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory identify standards and regulations for
requirements for changing existing changing existing structure during
structure during renovations renovations

Range of Variables
tools and equipment include: see Appendix B
openings include: stairwells, exterior and interior doors and windows
components include: stairs, built-ins (cabinets, shelves), windows, doors
structural supports include: columns, beams, walls, lintels
fasteners include: screws, hangers, nails, tie-downs, anchor bolts
adhesives include: construction adhesive, silicone, sealants
standards and regulations include: CSA, OH&S, building codes (NBC, local), site-specific (company or
client), jurisdictional requirements

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Appendix A
Acronyms
CNC computer numerical control
CSA Canadian Standards Association
FRP Fibreglass reinforced panels
HVAC Heating, ventilation and air conditioning
ICF Insulated concrete forms
ICI Institutional commercial industrial
MDF Medium density fibreboard
NBC National Building Code
OH&S Occupational Health and Safety
OSB Oriented strand board
PCBs polychlorinated biphenyl
PPE Personal protective equipment
RFI Request for information
SDS safety data sheet
SIPs Structural insulated panel system
STC Sound transmission class
VDR Vapour diffusion retarder
VOC Volatile organic compound
WHMIS Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
WLL Working load limit
WWM Welded wired mesh
XPS Extruded polystyrene

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Appendix B
Tools and Equipment / Outils et équipement
Hand Tools / Outils à main
adjustable wrench clé réglable
aviation snips cisailles de type aviation
bars (pry, wrecking, aligning) barres (leviers, de démolition, d’alignement)
brad driver guide-clous à tête perdue
broom balais
brushes brosses
floats aplanissoires
butt gauge trusquin d’assemblage
carpenter’s apron tablier de charpentier
caulking gun pistolet à calfeutrer
chalk line cordeau traceur
circle cutter trépan
clamps serre-joints
cold chisel ciseaux à froid
concrete edgers coupe-bordures pour le béton
cone/tie wrench clé à cône
dry line cordeau
drywall t-square équerre en T pour cloison sèche
file lime
finish trowel truelle de finition
framing square équerre de charpentier
hammers (framing, finishing, dead blow, rubber marteaux (de construction, de finition, marteau à
mallet, wood mallet, sledge, roofing, drywall) amortisseur, maillet en caoutchouc, maillet en
bois, masse, marteau à toiture, marteau à
cloison sèche)
hand float taloche à main
hand level (24”, 48”, 6-ft., 8-ft., torpedo, line) niveaux à main (24 po, 48 po, 6 pi, 8 pi, niveau
torpille, niveau de ligne)
hand saws (pull, hack, keyhole, drywall, coping, scies à main (scie japonaise, scie à métaux, scie
rip, hole, cross cut, back, pruning) à guichet, scie pour cloison sèche, scie à
chantourner, scie à refendre, scie cylindrique,
scie à tronçonner, scie à dos, scie à élaguer)
hatchet hachette
knives (utility, drywall) couteaux (universel, pour cloison sèche)
measuring tape (various) rubans à mesurer (divers)
multi-driver screwdriver tournevis universel
nail puller arrache-clou

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 nail set chasse-clou
pencil/marking instrument crayon et instrument de marquage
pipe wrench clé à tuyau
planes (various) surfaces planes (diverses)
pliers and side cutter pinces et pinces à tranchant latéral
plumb bob fils à plomb
rakes râteaux
rasp râpe
rollers rouleaux
scrapers (cabinet, floor, form) grattoirs (d’ébéniste, de plancher, à manche)
screwdrivers (Robertson, Phillips, straight, Torx, tournevis tournevis (Robertson, Phillips, droits,
hexagonal) Torx, à tête hexagonale)
shovels pelles
siding shears cisailles à déclin
slide hammer marteau à inertie
sliding t-bevel fausse équerre en T coulissante
speed square équerre rapide
spud wrench clé à mâchoires
stapler (hammer, hand, electric) agrafeuse (marteau agrafeur, à main, électrique)
string lines cordeaux
tarps bâches
tile cutter coupe-carreaux
tin snips cisailles de ferblantier
trowels truelles
wall jack vérin à mur
wheelbarrow brouette
wood chisels ciseaux à bois

Portable Power Tools and Accessories / Outils mécaniques portatifs et accessoires

biscuit joiner fraiseuse à lamelles
calculator calculatrice
chainsaw scie à chaîne
circular saw scie circulaire
cordless drill perceuse sans fil
coring drill and bits mèche à annulaire et forets
cut-off saw (metal) scie à tronçonner (métal)
cut-out tools outils à découper
concrete bits mèches à béton
concrete cutting saw scie à béton
concrete vibrators vibrateur à béton
construction heaters radiateurs de construction

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 drywall gun pistolet à cloison sèche
electric chipping hammer marteau à piquer électrique
electric drill and bits perceuse électrique et forets
electric shears cisailles électriques
extension cords rallonges électriques
fan-forced heater pulso-radiateur
fuel cell nailer cloueuse à pile à combustible
generator génératrice
grinders meuleuses
hammer drill marteau perforateur
hydraulic jacks vérins hydrauliques
jackhammer marteau-piqueur
jigsaw scie sauteuse
laminate trimmer rogneuse à laminé
mini-grinder mini meuleuse
mitre saw scie à onglets
oscillating multi tool outils oscillants polyvalents
planer raboteuse
porta power accessoires d’outils mécaniques portatifs
powder-actuated tools outils à charge explosive
reciprocating saw scie alternative
rotary cut out tools outils à découper rotatifs
router and bits toupie et fraises
sanders (palm, belt, random, detail) ponceuses (à main, à courroie, orbitales spéciales,
de précision)
power screed règle vibrante
staplers agrafeuses
tiger torch buse de lance-flammes
tile wet saw scie à eau à carreaux
wet/dry vacuum aspirateur d’atelier
wood boring bits mèches à mortaiser le bois
wood spade bit set jeu de forets à trois pointes pour le bois

Stationary Power Tools / Outils mécaniques fixes

band saw scie à ruban
disk sander/drum sander ponceuse à disque/ ponceuse à tambours
drill press perceuse à colonne
dust collection equipment équipement de dépoussiérage
grinder meuleuse
jointer fer à joints
mortiser mortaiseuse

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 power feeder entraîneur automatique
radial arm saw scie radiale
router table table à toupie
shaper machine à façonner
table saw scie circulaire à table
thickness planer raboteuse
wood lathe tour à bois

Pneumatic Tools and Equipment / Outils et équipement pneumatiques

air compressor compresseur d’air
air dryers déshydrateur d'air
drills perceuses
fittings raccords
gauges guides de traçage
hoses boyaux
impact gun pistolet cloueur
nailers cloueuses
sandblasters décapeuse au jet de sable
shears cisailles
staplers agrafeuses
wrenches clés

Rigging and Hoisting Equipment / Équipement de gréage et de levage

blocks and tackles palans à moufles
bosun’s chair chaise de gabier
cables câbles
chokers élingues à étranglement
come-alongs palans à levier
eyebolts boulons à œil
forklifts (variable reach forklifts) chariots élévateurs à fourche (chariots
élévateurs à portée variable)
grip hoist (tirfors) treuils à câble (Tirfor)
ladder hoist échelle monte-charge
lifting beam palonnier
pinch bar barre-levier
pulleys poulies
rigging gréage
ropes cordes
skid ramps rampes d’attelage
skid steers chargeuses à direction à glissement
slings élingues

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 spreader bar barre d'écartement
synthetic lifting straps élingues de levage synthétiques
tag lines câbles stabilisateurs
turnbuckles tendeurs
wire rope câble métallique

Stationary and Mobile Access Equipment / Équipement d’accès

aerial work platforms (AWP) (scissor lift, plateformes de travail élévatrices (PTE) (table
articulating boom lift (ABL), telescopic boom lift) élévatrice à ciseaux, à flèche articulée,
télescopique)
guardrails garde-corps
ladders échelles
ladder jacks échafaudages sur échelles
scaffolding échafaudages
swing stage échafaudage volant

Layout Instruments and Equipment / Outils de traçage

builder’s levels niveaux de menuisier
chalk lines cordeaux traceurs
combination squares équerres combinées
dividers compas
drawing instruments instruments de dessin
dry lines (string lines) cordeaux
framing squares équerres de charpentier
jigs gabarits de montage
laser level niveaux laser
laser measuring system systèmes de mesure laser
measuring tapes rubans à mesurer
plumb bobs fils à plomb
robotic survey equipment instruments d’arpentage robotisés
scale rulers règles graduées
scribers pointes à tracer
scribing compasses compas de traçage
sliding T-bevel s fausses équerres en T coulissantes
speed squares équerres rapides
stair gauges guides de traçage pour escaliers
templates gabarits
theodolites théodolites
total stations stations totales
transits théodolites
try squares équerre de menuisier

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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Safety Equipment / Équipement de protection
individuelle (EPI) et équipement de sécurité
carabiner mousqueton
chainsaw safety boots bottes pour travaux de scie à chaîne
chainsaw safety pants/chaps pantalons/chapeaux de protection pour travaux
de scie à chaîne
fall arrest anchor points points d’ancrage des dispositifs antichute
fall protection equipment équipement de protection antichute
first aid kits trousses de premiers soins
full body harness harnais de sécurité complet
gloves gants
hard hat casque de sécurité
hearing protection protecteur auditif
knee pads genouillères
lanyard corde d’amarrage
reflective vest gilet réflecteur
respiratory equipment, dust mask and appareil respiratoire, masque antipoussière et
respirators respirateurs
roof jack support de fixation rapide
rope grab coulisseau de sécurité
safety boots bottes de sécurité
safety glasses and shields lunettes de sécurité et écran facial
safety lifeline corde de sécurité
solar protection protection contre le soleil

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Appendix C
Glossary / Glossaire
access a secondary raised floor system that faux-plancher plancher secondaire surélevé supporté par
flooring bears on a primary floor, used to un plancher principal, utilisé pour créer un
create a chase for routing electrical passage pour le câblage électrique et des
and computer wiring, ventilation ordinateurs, des conduits de ventilation, etc.
ducts, etc.

acclimatizatio to make or become used to new acclimatation s’habituer à de nouveaux climats ou à de

n climates or new conditions nouvelles conditions

astragal provides a solid edge for the astragale permet à la porte en fonction d’un ensemble
operating door to seal onto in a de porte à deux battants de se sceller sur
double door application un montant solide

back framing the secondary non-structural charpente charpente secondaire non structurale
framing done after the structural arrière construite après que la charpente
framing is completed; includes such structurale soit terminée; elle servira à
items as valances, drop ceilings, l’installation des cantonnières, des plafonds
chases and boxing for utilities, attic suspendus, des passages et des espaces
access, backing, etc. clos pour les services publics, des accès au
grenier, de renforts pour des accessoires,
etc.

balustrade railing consisting of a series of balustrade rampe consistant en un ensemble de

balusters connected at the top by a balustres et d’une main courante
rail

batter boards boards at each corner of an planches de planches à chaque coin d’une excavation et
excavation to identify location of grid repère aux lignes de quadrillage, utilisées pour
lines for the alignment of footings délimiter l’emplacement et l’alignement des
and foundation walls and columns semelles, des murs de fondation et des
colonnes

beam a main horizontal structural member poutre élément structurel horizontal fait en bois, en
constructed of wood, steel or acier ou en béton et servant à supporter les
concrete used to support secondary autres charges
loads

boatswain’s a seat composed of a plank sellette un siège composé d’une planche en

chair (bosun’s suspended in a horizontal position (chaise de position horizontale suspendue à des
chair) from ropes to allow an individual to gabier) cordes qui permet à un ouvrier de travailler
work on the exteriors of buildings, sur les parois extérieures d’immeubles, de
ships etc. while seated at a bateaux, etc. tout en restant assis à une
considerable height hauteur considérable

caisson water tight box or enclosure used for caisson boîte ou ouvrage étanche, utilisé pour des
construction work below grade or travaux de construction sous le niveau du
water level sol ou de l’eau

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 cladding the covering of one material with bardage le recouvrement d’un matériau par un autre
another

column a vertical structural member that colonne élément porteur vertical

supports the weight of other
members

cornice the entire finished assembly where corniche le point de rencontre entre les murs et le toit
the walls of a structure meet the sur la structure d’un assemblage terminé;
roof; sometimes called the eaves parfois appelé avant-toit

curing a process of maintaining adequate cure un procédé visant à maintenir un état

moisture content during hydration d’humidité adéquat pendant l’hydratation
for quality concrete afin d’obtenir un béton de qualité

demountable a wall or partition system designed mur un mur, ou une cloison, conçu pour être
wall to be removed from a mounting, démontable enlevé d’un support, d’un milieu ou d’une
setting or place of support place de soutien

dunnage wood strips or crating between fardage lattes de bois ou bois de caisse entre les
materials that provides air circulation matériaux pour permettre une circulation
and lifting space; waste material d’air et un espace de levage; déchets

embedded steel components that are an acier encastré composants en acier faisant partie
steel integral part of concrete structures; intégrante des structures en béton; y
this includes reinforcing steel, compris les armatures d’acier, les boulons
anchor bolts, angle iron and d’ancrage, les cornières et la quincaillerie
miscellaneous hardware

falsework the structural supports and the ouvrage supports structuraux et contreventements
necessary bracing required for the d’étaiement nécessaires pour le soutien des charges
support of temporary loads during provisoire provisoires pendant la construction
construction

flooring material used in the construction of revêtement de matériau utilisé dans l’installation de
floors where the surface material is sol planchers; le matériau de surface est le
known as finish flooring, while the revêtement de sol et le matériau sous le
base material is called sub-flooring revêtement se nomme sous-plancher

fly ash an additive used in concrete cendre adjuvent utilisé dans les mélanges de béton
mixtures volante

footing supporting element at the base or semelle élément porteur sous un mur de fondation,
bottom of a foundation wall, pier or un pilier ou une colonne qui sert à répartir
column used to distribute weight les charges

formwork temporary structures constructed to coffrage structure provisoire construite selon la forme
the shape of the finished structural de l’élément porteur fini pour supporter le
member, to support freshly poured béton fraîchement coulé
concrete

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 foundation the lower part that rests on and fondation partie inférieure d’une structure qui repose
extends into the ground, providing au sol, qui s’étend au sous-sol, et qui
support for the structure above it supporte le poids des charges de la
structure au-dessus

geometric stair systems that include: elliptical, escalier comprend les escaliers elliptiques, tournants
stairs curved or spiral stairs géométrique et en colimaçon

grout a cementitious or epoxy-based coulis mélange cimentaire ou à base de résine

mixture, installed in a plastic state, époxyde, mis en place à l’état plastique,
to fill structural (column base plates) pour remplir des vides structuraux (dalles de
and non-structural voids (tile joints) base de colonne) ou non structuraux (joints
de carreaux)

header a joist or rafter that is perpendicular solive solive ou chevron perpendiculaire aux
to the trimmer joists or rafters, used d’enchevêture solives ou aux chevrons d’enchevêtrure,
to support and frame openings pour supporter et créer les ouvertures

hoarding temporary structure or fencing palissade structure ou clôture temporaire autour d’un
around a construction site for safety, chantier de construction pour la sécurité, les
weather or to maintain heat conditions météorologiques ou pour
conserver la chaleur

hydration a chemical reaction of cement and hydratation une réaction chimique entre le béton et l’eau
water causing concrete or mortar to qui cause le durcissement du béton ou du
harden mortier

insulated a modular system for forming coffrage à système modulaire fait de mousse isolante
concrete concrete walls made of insulating béton isolé pour couler des murs en béton où le
forms (ICF) foam material (block, panel, plank (CBI) coffrage reste en place et fait partie de la
systems) where the forms typically structure finie (systèmes de blocs, de
remain in place as part of the panneaux, de madriers)
finished structure

insulating the installation of various materials isolation installation de divers matériaux dans le but
used to resist heat, sound and cold de réduire la transmission de la chaleur, des
transmission through walls, floors, sons et du froid à travers les murs, les
ceilings and foundations planchers, les plafonds et les fondations

jack (trimmer) a framing member that supports the poteau nain élément de la charpente qui supporte le
stud lintel (header) and is used to provide linteau et qui sert à donner plus de
added strength and stiffness around résistance et de rigidité autour des
framed openings ouvertures câdrées

joist one of a series of horizontal solive élément horizontal utilisé en combinaison

members used to support a floor, avec d’autres pour soutenir un plancher, un
ceiling or roof plafond ou un toit

jurisdictional requirements such as building codes exigences exigences comme le Code du bâtiment et
requirement and regulations, including those municipales, les réglementations, y compris ceux liés à la
related to occupational health and provinciales, santé et à la sécurité au travail, qui sont
safety, legislated through the territoriales et réglementés à l’échelle fédérale,
federal, provincial/territorial or fédérales provinciale, territoriale ou municipale
municipal levels of government

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 lintel wood, stone or steel member placed linteau élément en bois, en pierre ou en acier placé
across the top of a rough door or en travers de la partie supérieure d’une
window opening; it supports the ouverture brute de porte ou de fenêtre; il
weight from above permet de supporter le poids de la structure
au-dessus de lui

load bearing a wall that supports primary vertical mur porteur mur transférant des charges verticales
wall loads principales

maintenance activities required for the proper maintenance techniques d’entretien et de vérification
functioning of power tools such as employées pour permettre une utilisation
inspecting, oiling, tensioning of optimale des outils à moteur tels
chains or belts, adjusting, dusting air l’inspection, la lubrification, la mise en
filters, etc. tension de courroies ou de chaînes, le
réglage, le nettoyage des filtres à air, etc.

pier a foundation which distributes the pilier élément de fondation qui répartit le poids
weight of a column d’une colonne

piles structural members that are placed pieux éléments structurels placés dans le sol pour
into soil to provide foundation fournir un support de fondation aux
support of buildings or other bâtiments ou autres structures
structures
ponding (wet a method of curing a concrete slab trempage méthode de cure d’une dalle en béton
curing) by flooding its surface with water (cure humide) consistant à la recouvrir d’eau

powder - device that drives fasteners by outil à charge outil permettant d’ancrer des dispositifs de
actuated tool means of an explosive charge explosive fixation au moyen d’une charge explosive

pre-fabricated building or modular components préfabriqué bâtiment ou éléments modulaires fabriqués

built in different locations and à différents endroits et installés sur place
installed on-site by carpenters par des charpentiers ou des charpentières
pre-cast concrete components cast in précoulé éléments en béton coulés à différents
different locations and installed on- endroits et installés sur place par des
site by carpenters charpentiers ou des charpentières
rafter one of a series of structural chevron élément faisant partie d’une série
members of a roof designed to d’éléments porteurs d’un toit prévus pour
support roof loads supporter les charges du toit

rain screen cavity in an exterior wall constructed écran pare- paroi extérieure d’un mur comportant un
to prevent wind, rain, moisture from pluie vide conçu pour prévenir le vent, la pluie et
penetrating the exterior wall to l’humidité de pénétrer dans la paroi
prevent mildew, premature rotting, extérieure pour éviter la moisissure, la
etc.; rain screens effectively "drain pourriture prématurée, etc.; écran pare-pluie
the rain" repousse l’eau effectivement

rise vertical measurement on stairs, montée mesure verticale des marches, des mains
ramps and roofs courantes et des toits

run horizontal measurement on stairs, course mesure horizontale des marches, des mains
ramps and roofs courantes et des toits

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 shoring v. describes the process of étayer/étaiem v. décrit comment soutenir une structure
supporting a structure or excavation ent/ pour éviter qu’elle s’effondre afin de pouvoir
in order to prevent collapse so that contrevente- poursuivre la construction;
construction can continue; ment
n. fait référence au matériel utilisé au cours
n. refers to the material used in the du processus visant à soutenir une
process to support a structure or structure; pendant une excavation,
excavation; during excavation, l’étaiement est une mesure de sécurité pour
shoring systems provide safety for les ouvriers travaillant dans une tranchée et
workers in a trench and speeds up accélère l’excavation
excavation

siding boards and panels used as an parement planches et panneaux utilisés comme
exterior wall covering revêtement extérieur d’un mur

SIPs structural insulated panel systems; panneau panneau structurel isolé; composé de
insulating material sandwiched structurel matériau isolant pris en sandwich entre
between two layers of oriented isolé (PSI) deux panneaux à copeaux orientés (OSB)
strand board (OSB) or plywood, ou de contreplaqué, et préfabriqué en usine
prefabricated in a factory

site layout location of primary building aménagement aménagement des composants primaires
components on the building site via du chantier du bâtiment sur le chantier par
construction drawing interpretation l’interprétation des plans relativement aux
in relation to grid property lines limites de propriété

soffit the underside of an architectural soffite le dessous d’un élément architectural,

feature such as a beam, arch, comme une poutre, un arc, un plafond, une
ceiling, stairwell, vault or cornice cage d’escalier, une voûte ou une corniche

square having two sides that are at right équerre avoir deux angles qui sont des angles droits
angels (90 degrees to each other) (séparés par 90 degrés)

stud one of a series of vertical structural poteau élément structurel vertical utilisé comme
members used as support in walls support dans les murs et les cloisons
and partitions

subfloor boards or sheet material laid sous-plancher matériaux en panneaux ou en feuilles,

perpendicular on joists under a posés perpendiculairement sur les solives
finished floor sous un plancher fini

temperature steel rods placed horizontally in barres de tiges d’acier placées horizontalement dans
bars concrete slabs to prevent cracks température les dalles de béton pour éviter les fissures
due to temperature changes or dues aux changements de température ou
drying; placed parallel to the au séchage; placées parallèlement aux
reinforcing rods. The steel rods are barres d’armature. Les tiges d’acier sont
placed at right angles to the main placées à angle droit par rapport aux barres
reinforcing bars d’armature principales
temporary any structure erected during structure toute structure érigée pendant la
structure construction that is removed upon provisoire construction et qui est enlevée quand le
completion of the project projet est terminé

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 tile thin building material made of carreau matériau de construction de faible épaisseur
cement, plastic or other resilient fait de ciment, de plastique ou de tout autre
material used as a finish for walls, matériau résilient utilisé comme finition de
floors, ceilings or roofs murs, de planchers, de plafonds ou de
toitures

trimmer see jack stud chevêtre voir poteau nain

yokes ties or clamping devices installed colliers installation d’attaches ou de dispositifs de

around column forms or over the top serrage autour de coffrages à colonnes ou à
of wall or footing forms to keep them la partie supérieure du coffrage d’un mur ou
from spreading because of pressure d’une fondation pour empêcher les
imposed by concrete placement coffrages de s’écarter à cause de la
pression exercée par le coulage du béton

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