Major Work Activity A - Performs common occupational skills

Table of Contents

• Task A-1 Performs safety-related functions
  • A-1.01 Maintains safe work environment
  • A-1.02 Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment
• Task A-2 Uses tools and equipment
  • A-2.01 Uses hand tools
  • A-2.02 Uses power tools and equipment
  • A-2.03 Uses powder-actuated tools
  • A-2.04 Uses gas-actuated tools
  • A-2.05 Uses pneumatic tools (Not common core)
  • A-2.06 Uses layout and measuring devices
  • A-2.07 Uses scaffolding and access equipment
• Task A-3 Organizes work
  • A-3.01 Uses documentation and reference materials
  • A-3.02 Uses blueprints and drawings
  • A-3.03 Plans project tasks
  • A-3.04 Estimates materials and supplies
• Task A-4 Performs routine trade activities
  • A-4.01 Performs measurements
  • A-4.02 Uses jigs and templates
  • A-4.03 Handles materials, supplies and products
  • A-4.04 Lays out work
  • A-4.05 Applies sealants and gaskets
• Task A-5 Uses communication and mentoring techniques
  • A-5.01 Uses communication techniques</li>
  • A-5.02 Uses mentoring techniques

Task A-1 Performs safety-related functions

Task descriptor

Lathers (Interior Systems Mechanics) need to recognize and follow regulations and requirements such as jurisdictional safety regulations, Canadian Standards Association (CSA), jurisdictional building codes and company policies to ensure workplace, public and individual safety.

A-1.01 Maintains safe work environment

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NV	yes	NV	yes	NV	yes	yes	NV	yes	yes	ND	NV	ND

Skills

Reference Code	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
A-1.01.01P	locate and recognize safety documentation	safety documentation is located and recognized
A-1.01.02P	perform precautionary inspections	precautionary inspections are performed to reduce on-site hazards
A-1.01.03P	identify on-site hazards and report to appropriate personnel	on-site hazards are identified and reported to appropriate personnel
A-1.01.04P	set up signage, guardrails and barricades	signage, guardrails and barricades are set up to protect personnel, public and work areas
A-1.01.05P	locate first aid kits and muster points	first aid kits and muster points are located
A-1.01.06P	use proper lifting techniques to unload equipment and materials	proper lifting techniques are used to unload equipment and materials
A-1.01.07P	perform housekeeping tasks	housekeeping tasks are performed according to company policies and procedures
A-1.01.08P	use adequate lighting	adequate lighting is used
A-1.01.09P	install hoarding	hoarding is installed according to task
A-1.01.10P	protect surrounding environment	surrounding environment is protected using materials

Range of variables

• safety documentation includes: Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) labels
• hazards (on-site) include: electrical, working at heights, overhead dangers, heavy material, sharp protrusions, slipping and tripping hazards
• barricades include: warning tape, plywood
• housekeeping includes: cleaning up, removing tripping hazards
• materials include: dust barriers, drop cloths

Knowledge

Reference Code	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
A-1.01.01L	demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices and procedures	identify potential on-site and health hazards and ways to control them
		describe company safety policies, procedures and requirements
		describe safe work practices, procedures and equipment
		describe unsafe work practices and risks associated with them
		identify regulations and company policies related to substance abuse
		describe first aid practices
		describe workers’ rights and responsibilities
		identify training requirements
		describe good housekeeping practices
		describe proper lifting techniques when unloading equipment and materials
		describe site requirements for tasks
A-1.01.02L	demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to safety	identify and interpret workplace safety and health regulations
		identify and interpret fire safety

Range of variables

• hazards (on-site) include: electrical, working at heights, overhead dangers, heavy material, sharp protrusions, slipping and tripping hazards
• hazards (health) include: excessive noise, fumes, dust, mould, asbestos, improper ventilation
• unsafe work practices include: working under the influence of drugs or alcohol, lack of sleep
• substances include: alcohol, legal drugs, prescription drugs (e.g. opioids), illegal drugs
• training requirements include: fall protection, confined space entry, material handling, use of power tools
• housekeeping includes: cleaning up, removing tripping hazards
• site requirements for tasks include: cleanliness, lighting, power, heating, ventilation
• regulations include: WHMIS, Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S)

A-1.02 Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment

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NV	yes	NV	yes	NV	yes	yes	NV	yes	yes	ND	NV	ND

Skills

Reference Code	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
A-1.02.01P	select and use PPE and safety equipment	PPE and safety equipment are selected and used according to jurisdictional regulations, task and manufacturers’ specifications
A-1.02.02P	inspect PPE and safety equipment	PPE and safety equipment are inspected before each use to verify operating condition and that they are free from damage
A-1.02.03P	verify that PPE fits properly	PPE is verified to ensure a proper fit according to CSA and manufacturers’ specifications
A-1.02.04P	identify and remove from service worn, damaged and defective PPE and safety equipment	worn, damaged and defective PPE and safety equipment are identified and removed from service according to CSA and manufacturers’ specifications
A-1.02.05P	store PPE and safety equipment in designated area	PPE and safety equipment are stored in designated area according to manufacturers’ specifications and company policies and procedures
A-1.02.06P	install and operate safety equipment	safety equipment is installed and operated according to CSA and manufacturers’ specifications
A-1.02.07P	identify limitations of use of PPE and safety equipment	limitations of use of PPE and safety equipment are identified

Knowledge

Reference Code	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
A-1.02.01L	demonstrate knowledge of PPE and safety equipment, their applications, limitations, maintenance, storage and procedures for use	identify types of PPE and safety equipment and describe their applications, limitations, maintenance, storage and procedures for use
		describe the importance of expiry dates on PPE and safety equipment
		describe the importance of locating PPE and safety equipment
A-1.02.02L	demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to PPE and safety equipment	describe workplace safety and health regulations pertaining to the use of PPE and safety equipment
		describe the certification and training requirements for PPE and safety equipment

Range of variables

• workplace safety and health regulations include: WHMIS, OH&S

Task A-2 Uses tools and equipment

Task descriptor

This task describes the use and maintenance of tools and equipment that lathers (interior systems mechanics) use to perform tasks in their trade. It also describes the use of scaffolding and access equipment.

A-2.01 Uses hand tools

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NV	yes	NV	yes	NV	yes	yes	NV	yes	yes	ND	NV	ND

Skills

Reference Code	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
A-2.01.01P	select and use hand tools	hand tools are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
A-2.01.02P	inspect and identify worn, damaged and defective hand tools, and remove from service	worn, damaged and defective hand tools are identified and removed from service according to company policies
A-2.01.03P	clean and maintain hand tools	hand tools are cleaned and maintained according to manufacturers’ specifications and company policies and procedures
A-2.01.04P	organize and store hand tools	hand tools are organized and stored according to manufacturers’ specifications and company policies and procedures

Knowledge

Reference Code	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
A-2.01.01L	demonstrate knowledge of hand tools, their applications, limitations and maintenance	describe terminology associated with hand tools
		identify types of hand tools and describe their applications, limitations and maintenance
A-2.01.02L	demonstrate knowledge of procedures for use of hand tools	describe procedures for use of hand tools
		describe procedures used to maintain hand tools
		identify hazards and describe safe work practices and procedures pertaining to the use of hand tools

A-2.02 Uses power tools and equipment

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NV	yes	NV	yes	NV	yes	yes	NV	yes	yes	ND	NV	ND

Skills

Reference Code	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
A-2.02.01P	select and use power tools and equipment	power tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
A-2.02.02P	inspect and identify worn, damaged and defective power tools and equipment, and remove from service	worn, damaged and defective power tools and equipment are identified and removed from service according to company policies
A-2.02.03P	clean and maintain power tools and equipment	power tools and equipment are cleaned and maintained according to manufacturers’ specifications and company policies and procedures
A-2.02.04P	organize and store power tools and equipment	power tools and equipment are organized and stored according to manufacturers’ specifications and company policies and procedures

Knowledge

Reference Code	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
A-2.02.01L	demonstrate knowledge of power tools and equipment, their applications, limitations and maintenance	describe terminology associated with power tools and equipment
		identify types of power tools and equipment, and describe their applications, limitations and maintenance
		describe procedures used to maintain power tools and equipment
A-2.02.02L	demonstrate knowledge of procedures for use of power tools and equipment	describe procedures for use of power tools and equipment
		identify hazards and describe safe work practices and procedures pertaining to use of power tools and equipment

A-2.03 Uses powder-actuated tools

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NV	yes	NV	yes	NV	yes	yes	NV	yes	yes	ND	NV	ND

Skills

Reference Code	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
A-2.03.01P	select and use powder-actuated tools	powder-actuated tools are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
A-2.03.02P	inspect and identify worn, damaged and defective powder-actuated tools, and remove from service	worn, damaged and defective powder-actuated tools are identified and removed from service according to manufacturers’ specifications, and company policies and procedures
A-2.03.03P	disassemble, clean and lubricate powder-actuated tools	powder-actuated tools are disassembled, cleaned and lubricated according to manufacturers’ specifications
A-2.03.04P	organize and store powder-actuated tools	powder-actuated tools are organized and stored according to manufacturers’ specifications, and company policies and procedures
A-2.03.05P	store and dispose of shots	shots are stored and disposed of according to manufacturers’ specifications, and company policies and procedures

Knowledge

Reference Code	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
A-2.03.01L	demonstrate knowledge of powder-actuated tools, their applications, limitations and maintenance	describe terminology associated with powder-actuated tools
		identify types of powder-actuated tools, and describe their applications, limitations and maintenance
A-2.03.02L	demonstrate knowledge of procedures for use ofpowder-actuated tools	describe procedures for use of powder-actuated tools
		identify hazards and describe safe work practices and procedures pertaining to the use of powder-actuated tools
		identify types of pins and shots
		describe procedure for disposal of shots
A-2.03.03L	demonstrate knowledge of certification requirements pertaining to the use of powder-actuated tools	identify certification requirements for powder-actuated tools

A-2.04 Uses gas-actuated tools

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NV	yes	NV	yes	NV	yes	yes	NV	yes	yes	ND	NV	ND

Skills

Reference Code	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
A-2.04.01P	select and use gas-actuated tools	gas-actuated tools are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
A-2.04.02P	inspect and identify worn, damaged and defective gas-actuated tools, and remove from service	worn, damaged and defective gas-actuated tools are identified and removed from service according to manufacturers’ specifications, and company policies and procedures
A-2.04.03P	disassemble, clean and lubricate gas-actuated tools	gas-actuated tools are disassembled, cleaned and lubricated according to manufacturers’ specifications, and company policies and procedures
A-2.04.04P	organize and store gas-actuated tools	gas-actuated tools are organized and stored according to manufacturers’ specifications, and company policies and procedures
A-2.04.05P	handle and dispose of gas cylinders and batteries	gas cylinders and batteries are handled and disposed of according to jurisdictional regulations

Knowledge

Reference Code	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
A-2.04.01L	demonstrate knowledge of gas-actuated tools, their applications, limitations and maintenance	describe terminology associated with gas-actuated tools
		identify types of gas-actuated tools, and describe their applications, limitations and maintenance
		describe procedures used to clean, lubricate and maintain gas-actuated tools
A-2.04.02L	demonstrate knowledge of procedures for use ofgas-actuated tools	describe procedures for use of gas-actuated tools
		identify hazards and describe safe work practices and procedures pertaining to the use of gas-actuated tools
A-2.04.03L	demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to use and disposal of gas cylinders	identify regulatory requirements for use and disposal of gas cylinders

A-2.05 Uses pneumatic tools (Not common core)

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NV	yes	NV	yes	NV	yes	no	NV	no	yes	ND	NV	ND

Skills

Reference Code	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
A-2.05.01P	select and use pneumatic tools	pneumatic tools are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
A-2.05.02P	inspect and identify worn, damaged and defective pneumatic tools, and remove from service	worn, damaged and defective pneumatic tools are identified and removed from service according to company policies
A-2.05.03P	disassemble, clean and lubricate pneumatic tools	pneumatic tools are disassembled, cleaned and lubricated according to manufacturers’ specifications
A-2.05.04P	organize and store pneumatic tools	pneumatic tools are organized and stored according to manufacturers’ specifications, and company policies and procedures
A-2.05.05P	drain air hoses and tanks	air hoses and tanks are drained according to manufacturers’ specifications

Knowledge

Reference Code	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
A-2.05.01L	demonstrate knowledge of pneumatic tools, their applications, limitations and maintenance	describe terminology associated with pneumatic tools
		identify types of pneumatic tools, and describe their applications, limitations and maintenance
		describe procedures used to clean, lubricate and maintain pneumatic tools
A-2.05.02L	demonstrate knowledge of procedures for use ofpneumatic tools	describe procedures for use of pneumatic tools
		identify hazards and describe safe work practices and procedures pertaining to the use of pneumatic tools
		describe handling procedures for air compressors

A-2.06 Uses layout and measuring devices

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NV	yes	NV	yes	NV	yes	yes	NV	yes	yes	ND	NV	ND

Skills

Reference Code	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
A-2.06.01P	check accuracy of layout and measuring devices	accuracy of layout and measuring devices are checked
A-2.06.02P	select and use layout and measuring devices	layout and measuring devices are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
A-2.06.03P	inspect and identify worn, damaged and defective layout and measuring devices, and remove from service	worn, damaged and defective layout and measuring devices are identified and removed from service according to manufacturers’ specifications, and company policies and procedures
A-2.06.04P	clean and lubricate layout and measuring devices	layout and measuring devices are cleaned and lubricated according to manufacturers’ specifications
A-2.06.05P	organize and store layout and measuring devices	layout and measuring devices are organized and stored according to manufacturers’ specifications, and company policies and procedures

Knowledge

Reference Code	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
A-2.06.01L	demonstrate knowledge of layout and measuring devices, their applications, limitations and maintenance	describe terminology associated with layout and measuring devices
		identify types of layout and measuring devices, and describe their applications, limitations and maintenance
		describe procedures used to maintain layout and measuring devices
A-2.06.02L	demonstrate knowledge of procedures for use of layout and measuring devices	describe procedures for use of layout and measuring devices
		identify hazards and describe safe work practices and procedures pertaining to use of layout and measuring devices

A-2.07 Uses scaffolding and access equipment

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NV	yes	NV	yes	NV	yes	yes	NV	yes	yes	ND	NV	ND

Skills

Reference Code	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
A-2.07.01P	select and use scaffolding and access equipment	scaffolding and access equipment is selected and used according to site conditions, job requirements, manufacturers’ specifications and jurisdictional safety regulations
A-2.07.02P	inspect and identify worn, damaged and defective scaffolding and access equipment, and remove from service	worn, damaged and defective scaffolding and access equipment are identified and removed from service according to company policies and jurisdictional regulations
A-2.07.03P	establish solid and level footing for scaffolding and access equipment	solid and level footing for scaffolding and access equipment is established
A-2.07.04P	identify hazards when erecting scaffolding and access equipment	hazards are identified according to site conditions
A-2.07.05P	set up and erect scaffolding and access equipment	scaffolding and access equipment are erected according to jurisdictional safety regulations
A-2.07.06P	clean and maintain scaffolding and access equipment	scaffolding and access equipment are maintained and kept clean

Range of variables

• hazards include: power lines, uneven surfaces, pinch points, soft ground

Knowledge

Reference Code	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
A-2.07.01L	demonstrate knowledge of scaffolding and access equipment, its applications, limitations and maintenance	describe terminology associated with scaffolding and access equipment
		identify types of scaffolding and access equipment, and describe their applications, limitations and maintenance
A-2.07.02L	demonstrate knowledge of procedures for use ofscaffolding and access equipment	identify hazards and describe safe work practices and procedures pertaining to use of scaffolding and access equipment
		identify fall protection requirements
		describe safe angles of ladders
		describe the three-point contact rule
		describe the importance of being aware of worksite surroundings
A-2.07.03L	demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to the use of scaffolding and access equipment	identify and interpret regulations and certification requirements pertaining to the use of scaffolding and access equipment

Range of variables

• hazards include: power lines, uneven surfaces, pinch points, soft ground
• worksite surroundings include: trenching, pits, overhead hazards, drop-offs

Task A-3 Organizes work

Task descriptor

In order to organize their work, lathers (interior systems mechanics) must be able to use documentation, use blueprints and drawings, plan daily tasks, and estimate materials and supplies. A well-organized job reduces costs, minimizes mistakes and ensures a productive and safe workplace.

A-3.01 Uses documentation and reference materials

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NV	yes	NV	yes	NV	yes	yes	NV	yes	yes	ND	NV	ND

Skills

Reference Code	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
A-3.01.01P	complete work-related documentation	work-related documentation is completed according to company policies and procedures
A-3.01.02P	fill out safety-related documentation	safety-related documentation is filled out according to jurisdictional regulations
A-3.01.03P	identify and label hazardous materials	hazardous materials are identified and labelled according to WHMIS
A-3.01.04P	interpret reference materials	reference materials are interpreted
A-3.01.05P	track and complete change orders	change orders are tracked and completed
A-3.01.06P	prepare maintenance logs of tools and equipment	maintenance logs of tools and equipment are prepared according to company policies and procedures

Range of variables

• work-related documentation include: records, time sheets, deficiency lists, schedules
• safety-related documentation includes: accident reports, hazard assessments, stop work orders, warning signs
• reference materials include: change orders, manuals, manufacturers’ specifications, meeting minutes, National Building Code

Knowledge

Reference Code	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
A-3.01.01L	demonstrate knowledge of work-related and safety-related documentation, and reference materials, and their applications	define terminology associated with work-related andsafety-related documentation, and reference materials
		identify types of work-related and safety-related documentation, and reference materialsand describe their applications
A-3.01.02L	demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to prepare work-related and safety-related documentation	describe procedures used to complete work-related and safety-related documentation
		explain responsibilities associated with completing and signing work-related and safety-related documentation
A-3.01.03L	demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to safety-related documentation	identify codes, standards, rules and regulations pertaining to safety-related documentation

Range of variables

• work-related documentation include: records, time sheets, deficiency lists, schedules
• safety-related documentation includes: accident reports, hazard assessments, stop work orders, warning signs
• reference materials include: change orders, manuals, manufacturers’ specifications, meeting minutes, National Building Code
• rules and regulations include: site-specific requirements, OH&S

A-3.02 Uses blueprints and drawings

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NV	yes	NV	yes	NV	yes	yes	NV	yes	yes	ND	NV	ND

Skills

Reference Code	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
A-3.02.01P	locate and interpret information on blueprints and drawings	information on blueprints and drawings is located and interpreted
A-3.02.02P	interpret lines and symbols on blueprints and drawings	lines and symbols are interpreted on blueprints and drawings
A-3.02.03P	scale blueprints and drawings	blueprints and drawings are scaled using tools
A-3.02.04P	visualize finished product	finished product is visualized

Range of variables

• information includes: section and detail views, elevations
• blueprints and drawings include: digital, paper, as-built drawings, engineered shop drawings, architectural drawings, structural drawings
• tools include: calculators, scale ruler, computer software, apps

Knowledge

Reference Code	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
A-3.02.01L	demonstrate knowledge of blueprints and drawings, their components, purposes and applications	define terminology associated with blueprints and drawings, and their components
		identify types of blueprints and drawings, and describe their purposes and applications
		describe metric and imperial systems of measurement
A-3.02.02L	demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to interpret and extract information from blueprints and drawings and their components	interpret and extract information from blueprints and drawings and their components
		describe types of tools used to scale blueprints and drawings
		identify types of projections
		estimate materials required for projects using scale ruler

Range of variables

• blueprints and drawings include: digital, paper, as-built drawings, engineered shop drawings, architectural drawings, structural drawings
• components include: symbols, scales, schedules
• information includes: section and detail views, elevations
• tools include: calculators, scale ruler, computer software, apps
• projections include: isometric, orthographic

A-3.03 Plans project tasks

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NV	yes	NV	yes	NV	yes	yes	NV	yes	yes	ND	NV	ND

Skills

Reference Code	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
A-3.03.01P	determine sequence of operations	sequence of operations is determined
A-3.03.02P	establish and maintain schedules	schedules are established and maintained according to contractual obligations
A-3.03.03P	determine labour and equipment requirements	labour and equipment requirements are determined by schedule, site conditions, supplies and materials
A-3.03.04P	identify regionally-specific building requirements	regionally-specific building requirements are identified
A-3.03.05P	coordinate tasks	tasks are coordinated according to work plan and worksite conditions
A-3.03.06P	estimate time required to accomplish tasks	time required to accomplish tasks is estimated according to industry standard and site conditions
A-3.03.07P	coordinate delivery dates and availability of materials	delivery dates and availability of materials are coordinated according to work plan and site conditions

Range of variables

• labour includes:other trades’ work requirements, workers
• regionally-specific building requirements include: seismic restraints, exterior wind-load, jurisdictional fire codes, acoustic codes
• tasks include: utility requirements, safety requirements, preparation, installation, completion, work sequence

Knowledge

Reference Code	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
A-3.03.01L	demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to plan project tasks	define terminology associated with project planning
		identify the factors that affect scheduling of work
		identify impact of factors on timing and work sequence
		identify regionally-specific building requirements
		describe sequence of operations and timing of procedures

Range of variables

• tasks include: utility requirements, safety requirements, preparation, installation, completion, work sequence
• factors include: site, weather and environmental conditions, work of other trades, material properties, public safety, accessibility to work area for conveyance of materials and equipment, pre-construction meetings
• regionally-specific building requirements include: seismic restraints, exterior wind-load, jurisdictional fire codes, acoustic codes

A-3.04 Estimates materials and supplies

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NV	yes	NV	yes	NV	yes	yes	NV	yes	yes	ND	NV	ND

Skills

Reference Code	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
A-3.04.01P	interpret plans and specifications	plans and specifications are interpreted
A-3.04.02P	perform mathematical calculations	mathematical calculations are performed in both metric and imperial measurements
A-3.04.03P	calculate material coverage	material coverage is calculated to manufacturers’ specifications
A-3.04.04P	interpret site measurements	site measurements are interpreted

Range of variables

• mathematical calculations include: surface area, linear measurement, quantity requirements
• materials include:walls (interior and exterior), ceilings, roofs, floors, columns, beams

Knowledge

Reference Code	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
A-3.04.01L	demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to estimate materials and supplies	define terminology associated with the estimation of materials and supplies
		describe procedures used to interpret plans and specifications
A-3.04.02L	demonstrate knowledge of mathematical calculations required to estimate materials and supplies	calculate area and linear measurements
		calculate material coverage
		convert between metric and imperial measurements

Range of variables

• materials include:walls (interior and exterior), ceilings, roofs, floors, columns, beams
• mathematical calculations include: surface area, linear measurement, quantity requirements

Task A-4 Performs routine trade activities

Task descriptor

This task is made up of repetitive activities that lathers (interior systems mechanics) perform on a daily basis that apply to most aspects of the trade.

A-4.01 Performs measurements

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NV	yes	NV	yes	NV	yes	yes	NV	yes	yes	ND	NV	ND

Skills

Reference Code	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
A-4.01.01P	select and use measuring devices	measuring devices are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
A-4.01.02P	interpret scale from blueprints	scale from blueprints is interpreted
A-4.01.03P	transfer information from blueprints to job site	information from blueprints is transferred to job site
A-4.01.04P	perform mathematical calculations	mathematical calculations are performed to verify measurements and dimensions
A-4.01.05P	convert between metric and imperial measurements	metric and imperial measurements are converted

Knowledge

Reference Code	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
A-4.01.01L	demonstrate knowledge of mathematical principles used to verify measurements and dimensions	define terminology associated with mathematical principles
		identify mathematical principles used to verify measurements and dimensions
		describe metric and imperial systems of measurement
		identify formulas to calculate area, radii and surface area
		describe roof calculations

A-4.02 Uses jigs and templates

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NV	yes	NV	yes	NV	yes	yes	NV	yes	yes	ND	NV	ND

Skills

Reference Code	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
A-4.02.01P	select and use tools and equipment	tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
A-4.02.02P	determine when to build and use jigs and templates	when to use jigs and templates is determined according to task requirements
A-4.02.03P	assemble and square jigs and templates	jigs and templates are assembled and squared
A-4.02.04P	use jigs and templates to build repetitive internal frame structures	jigs and templates are used to build repetitive internal frame structures

Range of variables

• jigs include: multi-use, singe-use
• templates include: manufactured, job-built

Knowledge

Reference Code	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
A-4.02.01L	demonstrate knowledge of jigs and templates, their characteristics and applications	define terminology used with jigs and templates
		identify types of jigs and templates, and describe their characteristics and applications
A-4.02.02L	demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to build jigs and templates	identify types of tools and equipment used to build jigs and templates, and describe their applications and procedures for use
		describe procedures used to build jigs and templates
		identify materials used to build jigs and templates

Range of variables

• jigs include: multi-use, singe-use
• templates include: manufactured, job-built
• applications include: building bulkheads, building prefabricated wall panels
• materials include: wood, plywood, drywall, steel studs, track

A-4.03 Handles materials, supplies and products

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NV	yes	NV	yes	NV	yes	yes	NV	yes	yes	ND	NV	ND

Skills

Reference Code	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
A-4.03.01P	select and use material handling equipment	material handling equipment is selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
A-4.03.02P	locate and identify materials, supplies and products	materials, supplies and products are located and identified to accommodate construction, future partitions and weight distribution
A-4.03.03P	handle materials, supplies and products manually	materials, supplies and products are handled manually
A-4.03.04P	select storage location	storage location is selected according to site conditions
A-4.03.05P	organize materials, supplies and products	materials, supplies and products are organized according to when they will be used
A-4.03.06P	dispose of surplus and waste materials, supplies and products	surplus and waste materials, supplies and products are disposed of according to waste reduction efforts, company policies and procedures, and jurisdictional regulations

Range of variables

• materials, supplies and products include: drywall, ceiling tiles, adhesives

Knowledge

Reference Code	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
A-4.03.01L	demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to handle materials, supplies and products	describe loading and unloading procedures
		identify types of material handling equipment used tohandle materials, supplies and products, and describe their applications and procedures for use
		describe storage procedures for materials, supplies and products
		describe importance of placing materials, supplies and products in sequence in which they are to be used

Range of variables

• materials, supplies and products include: drywall, ceiling tiles, adhesives