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<li><em><strong>To calculate the timber required for constructing wall frames, what measures will you need to obtain from the floor plan? List 4.</strong></em></li>
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<li>Length of both top and bottom plate.</li>
<li>Length as well as amount of noggins</li>
<li>Length as well as amount of listed</li>
<li>Stud’s height</li>
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<li><em><strong>Outline the 6 step procedure for setting out the plates in a wall frame.</strong></em></li>
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<li>Working on the length of wall from the plates.</li>
<li>Position of the studs, window, doors and wall junction to be marked.</li>
<li>Brick storey rod to be made.</li>
<li>Position of rod to be set out.</li>
<li>Identification of plates with common notation.</li>
<li>By using suggested notation, identify the plates.</li>
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<li><em><strong>What is the stud length for a finished ceiling level (FCL) of 2440mm, given the following factors: Top and bottom wall plates – 90mm x 45mm. Plasterboard ceiling 10mm sheet, 20mm allowance for frame settlement/shrinkage.</strong></em></li>
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<p>2440 – 90 = 2350</p>
<p>2350 + 10 + 20 =2380 mm<br /><br /></p>
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<li><em><strong>Describe the process for marking out stud positions on the wall plates for a single room bungalow, to be clad in weatherboards.</strong></em></li>
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<p>For external corners, mark the 3 studs.</p>
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<li><em><strong>What is a pattern stud, and what is its purpose?</strong></em></li>
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<p>Template for height of doors and windows is the pattern of stud.</p>
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<li><em><strong>Describe the correct 5 step process for correctly assembling a wall frame.</strong></em></li>
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<li>Selection of wall plates</li>
<li>Door, window and common studs to be marked.</li>
<li>Lintel, trimmer, blocking and noggins are fixed to the place.</li>
<li>Check diagonals.</li>
<li>For all the frames and stacks, the process needs to be repeat.</li>
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<li><em><strong>Before standing up the frames, they are squared up, and the diagonal bracing is temporarily fixed. Why?</strong></em></li>
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<p>Allowing for the adjustment later.</p>
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<li><em><strong>How are wall frames joined at wall junctions, what reference points show their position, and how are the bottom plates fixed to the slab?</strong></em></li>
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<p>Blocking and nailed</p>
<p>Reference stud markings</p>
<p>Frame nailed to slab with concrete nails</p>
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<li><em><strong>Detail the correct preparation and procedure for erecting a wall frame.</strong></em></li>
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<ul class="unordered-listing">
<li>Checking of slab for the correct size and square.</li>
<li>Stacking of frames in correct order for installation.</li>
<li>Assembling of the frame.</li>
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<li><em><strong>Standing up of the fabricated wall frame presents the risk of collapse or falling over during construction. Describe a safe method to erect a frame, and what measures can be taken to prevent collapse during construction, and how are the frames held in a true and plumb position in readiness for the ceiling/roof frame or truss installation?</strong></em></li>
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<p>2 man lift and fix temporary bracing<br /><br /></p>
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<li><em><strong>When laying out the wall plates, it is good practice to use the best quality timber for the top plate, and the lesser quality for the bottom plate. Why is this?</strong></em></li>
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<p>Straightening of the wall is made easy.</p>
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<li><em><strong>What is the recommended 3 step process for straitening studs?</strong></em></li>
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<li>In a hollow side, make a saw cut to a depthof half the stud.</li>
<li>Nailing a cleat to the face of the stud.</li>
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<li><em><strong>Write a checklist for ensuring the quality of the frame members and the frame as a whole. List 14 items that must be checked.</strong>         </em>               </li>
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<li>Walls for plumb, square, straight and level</li>
<li>Top and bottom plates fixed to studs</li>
<li>Bracing and tie downs in place</li>
<li>Noggings at correct centres</li>
<li>Corner blocking must be checked</li>
<li>Walls fixed and tied together needs to be checked</li>
<li>Room sizes and height are to plan must be checked</li>
<li>Check the Window and door openings correct size</li>
<li>Jamb studs to all openings should be checked</li>
<li>Concentrated load bearing studs needs to be checked</li>
<li>Lintel in place should be checked</li>
<li>Checking of Blocking under studs as required</li>
<li>Check for excessive notching</li>
<li>Notching out for plumbing should be checked</li>
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<li><em><strong>How should you leave the work site at the end of the day? In your answer, consider tools, materials and waste.</strong></em></li>
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<p>When the work site is left, it should be free from danger and it should be clean as well.</p>
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